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Telephone-Administered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Body Dysmorphic Disorder: Case Series
Marie Drüge1, Tanja Roth1, Birgit Watzke1
1Department of Psychology, Clinical Psychology with Focus on Psychotherapy Research, University of Zurich, Binzmühlestrasse 14, 8050 Zurich, Switzerland.
Summary
Telephone-administered cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) shows promise for treating body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). Three out of four patients experienced symptom reduction, suggesting its potential in accessible mental healthcare.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Psychology
- Mental Health
Background:
- Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a mental health condition often undertreated due to access barriers.
- Low-threshold interventions, such as e-mental health, can improve psychotherapy access.
- Telephone-administered therapy offers a potential solution to reduce treatment barriers, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Observation:
- This study presents four case reports of 12-week telephone-administered CBT with a workbook for BDD patients.
- Treatment was administered during the summer of 2020.
- One patient's symptoms worsened, necessitating a more intensive treatment approach.
Findings:
- Three patients who completed the telephone-administered CBT demonstrated clinically significant reductions in BDD and depressive symptoms.
- Improved insight into their condition was observed in completers.
- One patient did not complete treatment due to symptom exacerbation.
Implications:
- Telephone-administered CBT may be an effective intervention for BDD.
- This modality could play a role in stepped-care models for mental health.
- Further research is warranted to explore the efficacy and effectiveness of telephone-delivered BDD treatment.
Keywords:
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