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A cognitive-behavioral self-help educational program for patients with COPD. A pilot study

D P Lisansky1, D H Clough

  • 1College of Nursing, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque 87106-1889, USA.

Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics
|March 1, 1996
PubMed
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This pilot study found that an 8-week cognitive-behavioral self-help program significantly reduced disability and cognitive distortions in individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The intervention showed a positive treatment response.

Area of Science:

  • Pulmonary Medicine
  • Behavioral Science
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a significant health concern associated with disability.
  • Cognitive-behavioral interventions show promise in managing chronic conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of an 8-week cognitive-behavioral self-help educational program for individuals with COPD.
  • To assess the program's impact on disability levels and psychological factors.

Main Methods:

  • Eight adults (aged 58-83) with COPD participated in the program.
  • A cognitive-behavioral intervention strategy was employed.
  • Pre- and post-treatment assessments included the Sickness Impact Profile, Cognitive Error Questionnaires, and Symptom Questionnaire.

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Main Results:

  • Significant reductions were observed in Psychosocial and Total Sickness Impact Profile Scores (p=0.02, p=0.03).
  • The personalization subscale of the General-Cognitive Error Questionnaire decreased significantly (p=0.04).
  • The selective abstraction subscale of the COPD-Cognitive Error Questionnaire showed a significant decrease (p=0.02).

Conclusions:

  • The cognitive-behavioral self-help program demonstrated a positive treatment response in individuals with COPD.
  • Findings suggest this intervention may be beneficial for reducing disability and cognitive distortions in COPD patients.