Treatment for Chronic Depression
Author | : James P. McCullough, Jr. |
Publisher | : Guilford Press |
Total Pages | : 356 |
Release | : 2003-08-27 |
ISBN-10 | : 1572309652 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781572309654 |
Rating | : 4/5 (52 Downloads) |
Download or read book Treatment for Chronic Depression written by James P. McCullough, Jr. and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2003-08-27 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume describes the Cognitive Behavioral Analysis System of Psychotherapy (CBASP), a research-based approach designed to motivate chronically depressed patients to change and to help them develop needed problem-solving and relationship skills. Presenting clear, step-by-step guidelines for implementing CBASP--along with compelling empirical evidence that supports its efficacy--the book is filled with illustrative case material that brings challenging clinical situations to life. Also covered are ways to measure treatment outcomes and recommended procedures for training and supervision.