Description
Book SynopsisPresents a cognitive model of persistent depression that places particular importance on the role of thinking styles, underlying beliefs, subtle forms of avoidance and environmental factors. This book also offers guidance on how to address particular issues that commonly arise at each stage of therapy.
Table of ContentsAbout the Authors.
Preface.
Acknowledgements.
Introduction: The Challenge of Persistent Depression.
Chapter 1: The Cognitive Model of Persistent Depression.
Chapter 2: The Foundations of Therapy: Therapeutic Relationship, Style and Structure.
Chapter 3: Initial Assessment and Formulation.
Chapter 4: Initiating Therapy: Socialisation and Setting Goals.
Chapter 5: Using Standard Behavioural Techniques.
Chapter 6: Working with Automatic Thoughts.
Chapter 7: Recognising Underlying Beliefs and Their Effects.
Chapter 8: Modifying Underlying Beliefs.
Chapter 9: Working with Some Typical Themes in Persistent Depression.
Chapter 10: Beyond Therapy: Preventing Relapse and Furthering Progress.
Chapter 11: Delivering Treatment.
Chapter 12: Outcomes and Processes of Therapy.
Appendix 1: Meet the Patients.
Appendix 2: Handouts for Patients.
References.
Index.
