Cognitive Behavioral And Interpersonal Therapy: A Case Study
As an alternative form of treatment, or in combination with medication, are several types of psychotherapy that have been found helpful for people with depression. The two effective types are cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and interpersonal therapy (IPT).
IPT is structured time limited therapy aimed at addressing issues related to interpersonal role changes and loss. It focuses on four primary domains: dealing with interpersonal role disputes adjusting to the loss of a relationship, acquiring a new relationship, and identifying and correcting social skills deficits.
CBT helps people with depression restructure negative thought patterns, so they can interpret their environment and interactions with others in a positive and realistic way.
IPT is structured time limited therapy aimed at addressing issues related to interpersonal role changes and loss. It focuses on four primary domains: dealing with interpersonal role disputes adjusting to the loss of a relationship, acquiring a new relationship, and identifying and correcting social skills deficits.
CBT helps people with depression restructure negative thought patterns, so they can interpret their environment and interactions with others in a positive and realistic way.