Cognitive Therapy of Depression (The Guilford Clinical Psychology and Psychopathology Series)

Cognitive therapy is an active, directive, time limited and structured procedure based on the assumption that affect and behavior are largely determined by the way we structure our world. The thesis of this volume is that depression arises from a "cognitive triad" of errors and from the idiosyncratic way one infers, recollects, and generalizes. Beck and his associates show how, from initial interview to later sessions, the therapist can implement substantiated, cognitive-behavioral techniques to loosen the grip of "depresogenic" thoughts and assumptions. The reader is further guided to deal in both individual and group therapy with such specific problems as suicidal ideation, termination and possible relapse, and the need for chemotherapy in certain, more severe cases. Just as cognitive therapy leads the patient to collaborate actively in the analysis of thought, this book helps the reader better to analyze our implicit assumptions about the nature and treatment of depression.

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Aaron T. Beck

A. John Rush

Brian F. Shaw

Gary Emery

Mental Health

The Guilford Press

This bestselling, classic work offers a definitive presentation of the theory and practice of cognitive therapy for depression. Aaron T. Beck and his associates set forth their seminal argument that depression arises from a "cognitive triad" of errors and from the idiosyncratic way that one infers, recollects, and generalizes. From the initial interview to termination, many helpful case examples demonstrate how cognitive-behavioral interventions can loosen the grip of "depressogenic" thoughts and assumptions. Guidance is provided for working with individuals and groups to address the full range of problems that patients face, including suicidal ideation and possible relapse.

From leading scientist-practitioners, this pragmatic, accessible book provides a complete framework for individualized assessment and treatment of bipolar disorder. It addresses the complexities of working with individuals with broadly varying histories and clinical presentations, including those who have been recently diagnosed, those who are symptomatically stable, and those who struggle day to day to achieve symptom remission. Extensive case material illustrates proven strategies for conceptualizing patients' needs and working collaboratively to help them adhere to medication treatments, recognize the early warning signs of manic and depressive episodes, build coping skills, and manage specific symptoms. The second edition is a complete revision of the original volume, updated and restructured to be even more user friendly for clinicians.

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Bipolar Disorder

Monica Ramirez Basco

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