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1Cognitive Behavior Therapy Research Unit, PO Box 515, Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria 8007 Australia; Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
Abstract:
Treatment engagement, crucial in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) outcomes, centers on consistent implementation of between-session homework. This article explores clinical features affecting engagement, including challenges related to psychosocial stressors and negative core beliefs. Empirical evidence supports the positive causal and correlational relationship between homework and symptom reduction. Recent studies highlight the role of patient beliefs and suggest a collaborative approach in homework design. The CBT account of treatment engagement emphasizes clinician behavior, patient beliefs, and task specificity. The comprehensive model of homework in CBT involves careful planning, collaborative review, and addressing patient-specific challenges, providing valuable clinical insights.
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