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Emily Kruger1, Laura Hall1, Anton P Martinez1
1Clinical and Applied Psychology Unit, Department of Psychology, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, UK.
Psychological Medicine
|September 9, 2024
Summary
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) self-help shows effectiveness in reducing psychosis symptoms. This review found significant improvements in psychosis, depression, and overall well-being with these interventions.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Clinical Psychology
- Mental Health Interventions
Background:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is recommended for psychosis.
- Effectiveness of CBT-specific self-help for psychosis requires investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the literature on CBT-based self-help interventions for psychosis.
- To assess the effectiveness of these interventions in reducing psychosis symptoms and improving secondary outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review following a published protocol.
- Searches conducted across Scopus, PubMed, PsycInfo, and Web of Science.
- Narrative synthesis and quality appraisal of ten included studies.
Main Results:
- Seven of ten studies found credible evidence for CBT self-help reducing psychosis features.
- Significant improvements observed in depression, anxiety, overall well-being, and daily functioning.
- Methodological limitations impact clarity of long-term outcomes.
Conclusions:
- CBT-based self-help interventions demonstrate effectiveness for individuals experiencing psychosis.
- These interventions offer benefits for secondary outcomes like depression and well-being.
- Further research is needed to address methodological shortcomings and long-term effects.
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