Citation

Overholser JC. J. Contemp. Psychother. 1995; 25(3): 185-204.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1995, Holtzbrinck Springer Nature Publishing Group)

DOI

10.1007/BF02306628

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Cognitive-behavioral therapy has been found effective in the treatment of depression. However, most guides to conducting cognitive-behavioral therapy focus on a session-by-session description of treatment issues. The present manuscript describes the first in a series of interrelated therapy modules to help guide the treatment of depression. The use of modules helps the therapist adapt the therapy to the unique needs of each individual client, emphasizing some elements while omitting others. Also, the use of modules can maximize the short-term application of psychotherapy, allowing therapists to select certain elements to be omitted or repeated as needed for a specific client. Procedures are described for assessing the severity of depression, evaluating the need for medications, and determining when hospitalization is needed. Also, recommendations are provided for monitoring suicide risk factors and preventing self-injury in depressed and suicidal clients. © 1995 Human Sciences Press, Inc.

Language: en