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Group therapy for anxiety disorders using rational emotive behaviour therapy
The Australian and New Zealand Journal of Mental Health Nursing
|February 28, 1998
Summary
Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) significantly reduced anxiety and irrational beliefs in a pilot study of clients with anxiety disorders. The group treatment approach proved effective in modifying negative thought patterns.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- Psychotherapy
Background:
- Anxiety disorders are prevalent and significantly impact quality of life.
- Cognitive-behavioral therapies, including Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT), offer potential treatment avenues.
- Group therapy formats can provide a supportive and cost-effective treatment modality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the efficacy of Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) in a group setting for clients with anxiety disorders.
- To assess the impact of REBT on irrational beliefs and anxiety symptoms.
Main Methods:
- A pilot study involving 17 clients diagnosed with anxiety disorders who completed a group REBT program.
- Data collection included biographical information, anxiety, and depression assessments.
- Pre- and post-intervention measures were analyzed using paired-samples t-tests.
Main Results:
- A statistically significant reduction in anxiety and irrational beliefs was observed (P < 0.001).
- The REBT intervention demonstrated effectiveness in modifying maladaptive thought patterns.
- Improvements in anxiety levels were noted post-treatment.
Conclusions:
- Group-based Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy is a promising approach for treating anxiety disorders.
- REBT effectively targets and modifies irrational beliefs contributing to anxiety.
- Further research with larger samples is warranted to confirm these findings.