{"product_id":"interpersonal-psychotherapy-for-dysthymic-disorder-9781585622078","title":"Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Dysthymic Disorder","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e \t\t\t\t\t\t\u003ci\u003eInterpersonal Psychotherapy for Dysthymic Disorder\u003c\/i\u003e is the first manual to examine the use of psychotherapy for dysthymic disorder, or chronic depression. This useful, innovative guide describes how to adapt interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT)—a proven, time-limited therapy that has benefited patients who have other mood disorders and psychiatric syndromes—to treat dysthymic disorder. After discussing the characteristics of dysthymic disorder, the basic principles of IPT, and the available treatment data, this volume offers clear, coherent treatment strategies for working with this potentially difficult, yet treatable, disorder. A useful adjunct to training and supervision by certified clinicians, this book contains numerous case examples that vividly illustrate how to use this treatment approach. This text also includes an appendix with patient education materials, the IPT Problem Area Rating Scale (IPARS), and the IPT Outcome Scale.\u003c\/p\u003e \t\t\t\t\t\u003cp\u003eBy using this text, therapists can improve their patients' life functioning and provide a more comprehensive and effective treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarkowitz's text is a useful addition to the literature regarding dysthymia and chronic depression. It should be considered essential for researchers interested in the treatment of dysthymic disorder. Therapists in more eclectic practice settings will also find many useful ideas to incorporate into their work.\u003c\/p\u003e * Journal of Psychotherapy Practice and Research *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e \t\t\t\t\t\t\u003ci\u003eInterpersonal Psychotherapy for Dysthymic Disorder\u003c\/i\u003e provides a solution for treating some chronically depressed patients: time-limited psychotherapy based on traditional interpersonal therapy for depression, but tailored to the treatment of dysthymia. . . . Throughout the book, the author presents a balanced view of the strengths and limits of interpersonal therapy. . . . In addition, the appendices contain useful materials for educating patients and their families about dysthymia, and rating scales provide a means for monitoring patient progress.\u003c\/p\u003e * Journal of Clinical Psychiatry *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis excellent book will urge an expanded repertoire on the experienced psychiatrist and provide trainees and less experienced therapists with an introduction to interpersonal therapy.\u003c\/p\u003e * American Journal of Psychiatry *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e[T]his book provides a useful addition to the armamentarium of any psychotherapist dealing with this historically difficult-to-treat disorder. This is particularly important in this era of managed care, which places such a heavy emphasis on clear-cut goals for time-limited treatments.\u003c\/p\u003e * Bulletin of the Menninger Clinic *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreface. \u003cb\u003eOverview of Dysthymic Disorder. \u003c\/b\u003eDysthymic disorder. Treatment of dysthymic disorder. \u003cb\u003eInterpersonal Psychotherapy of Dysthymic Disorder. \u003c\/b\u003eOverview of interpersonal psychotherapy. Interpersonal psychotherapy for dysthymic disorder (IPT-D). Case examples. Complex cases of dysthymic disorder. The \"postdysthymic\" patient. How long is long enough? For family members and significant others. Appendix. Literature cited. Index.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"American Psychiatric Association Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51863460413783,"sku":"9781585622078","price":48.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781585622078.jpg?v=1759920666","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/interpersonal-psychotherapy-for-dysthymic-disorder-9781585622078","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}