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Adams D. Brief Report: Single-Session Interventions for Mental Health Challenges in Autistic People: An (Almost) Empty Systematic Review. J Autism Dev Disord 2024:10.1007/s10803-024-06313-6. [PMID: 38605188 DOI: 10.1007/s10803-024-06313-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/01/2024] [Indexed: 04/13/2024]
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Single-session interventions (specific, structured programs that intentionally involve just one visit or encounter with a clinic, provider, or program) have been proven to prevent or reduce mental health challenges and reduce barriers to access. This review aimed to identify and synthesise literature on the acceptability, feasibility, effectiveness, or efficacy of (non-pharmacological) single-session interventions for autistic people. Four databases (Scopus, MEDLINE, PsycINFO, and ProQuest) were searched in 12.7.2023, with no date restrictions. Search terms were selected to identify articles reporting on single-session interventions in autistic people. Two raters screened titles/abstracts of 286 articles and full text of 17 articles, resulting in just two included articles, reporting on 46 participants. Risk of bias was assessed with the Quality Assessment with Diverse Studies (QuADS). The two included papers report on specific techniques taught within a single visit to a clinic using pre- and immediate post-intervention questionnaires. One study also reported on cortisol levels pre and post. Neither study reported on acceptability or feasibility of single-session interventions. However, there was insufficient quality evidence to evaluate the effectiveness or efficacy of single-session interventions for autistic people. Although there is substantial research on single-session interventions in the broader population, there is a lack of research into such approaches for autistic people. This is a missed opportunity to evaluate a potential means of support for those at elevated risk of mental health challenges and unmet mental health service need. Future research should co-produce and co-evaluate such approaches as a priority.
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- Dawn Adams
- Autism Centre of Excellence, Griffith University, Messines Ridge Road, Mt Gravatt, Brisbane, QLD, 4122, Australia.
- Griffith Institute for Educational Research, Griffith University, Messines Ridge Road, Mt Gravatt, Brisbane, QLD, 4122, Australia.
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van Oosten AJ, van Mens K, Blonk RWB, Burdorf A, Tiemens B. The relationship between having a job and the outcome of brief therapy in patients with common mental disorders. BMC Psychiatry 2023; 23:910. [PMID: 38053035 PMCID: PMC10698972 DOI: 10.1186/s12888-023-05418-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2022] [Accepted: 11/28/2023] [Indexed: 12/07/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Previous studies have shown that being employed is associated not only with patients' health but also with the outcome of their treatment for severe mental illness. This study examined what influence employment had on improvements in mental health and functioning among patients with common mental disorders who received brief treatment and how patients' diagnosis, environmental and individual factors moderated the association between being employed and treatment outcome. METHODS The study used naturalistic data from a cohort of patients in a large mental health franchise in the Netherlands. The data were obtained from electronic registration systems, intake questionnaires and Routine Outcome Monitoring (ROM). The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) framework was used to identify potential subgroups of patients. Logistic regression models were used to analyze the relationship between employment status and treatment outcome and to determine how the relationship differed among ICF subgroups of patients. RESULTS A strong relationship was found between employment status and the outcome of brief therapy for patients with common mental disorders. After potential confounding variables had been controlled, patients who were employed were 54% more likely to recover compared to unemployed patients. Two significant interactions were identified. Among patients who were 60 years of age or younger, being employed was positively related to recovery, but this relationship disappeared in patients older than 60 years. Second, among patients in all living situations there was a positive effect of being employed on recovery, but this effect did not occur among children (18+) who were living with a single parent. CONCLUSIONS Being employed was positively associated with treatment outcome among both people with a severe mental illness and those with a common mental disorder (CMD). The main strength of this study was its use of a large dataset from a nationwide franchised company. Attention to work is important not only for people with a severe mental illness, but also for people with a CMD. This means that in addition to re-integration methods that focus on people with a severe mental illness, more interventions are needed for people with a CMD.
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- Ard J van Oosten
- Parnassia Groep, The Hague, The Netherlands.
- U-center Epen, Epen, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Human Resource Studies, Tilburg University, Tilburg, The Netherlands
- Optentia Research Focus Area, North-West University Vaal Triangle Campus, Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
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- Department of Public Health, Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Indigo Service Organization, Utrecht, The Netherlands
- Behavioral Science Institute, Radboud University, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
- Pro Persona Research, Wolfheze, The Netherlands
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Sancho-Domingo C, Carballo JL, Coloma-Carmona A, van der Hofstadt C, García Del Castillo-López Á, Asensio Sánchez S. Effectiveness of the Brief Guided Self-Change Therapy Combined with Varenicline under "Real-Life" Conditions and Mediators for Smoking Cessation. Subst Use Misuse 2023; 59:110-118. [PMID: 37750391 DOI: 10.1080/10826084.2023.2262021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/27/2023]
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Background: Brief therapies have proven to reduce tobacco cost-effectively, however, unsuccessful quit attempts remain notable in real-life conditions, and the underlying mechanisms of treatment success are still unclear. Objectives: We aimed to analyze the effectiveness of the Guided Self-Change (GSC) therapy combined with varenicline (VAR+T) in public health services against varenicline alone (VAR), and to identify mediators of treatment outcomes. We conducted a two-arm quasi-experimental study with 126 treatment-seeking smokers (age=57.3±9.1 years; 59.5% women). Before treatment, and at weeks 12 and 24, we assessed tobacco use and five potential mediators: withdrawal, craving, motivation to quit, anxiety, and depression. Results: Only 25% of participants adhered to varenicline prescription, and 54% to GSC therapy. VAR+T group showed a greater proportion of abstainers compared to VAR group at week 12 (75% vs 57.4%; φc=0.21) and week 24 (62.9% vs 52.5%; φc=0.10). When controlling for weeks taking varenicline, motivation showed a significant indirect effect over abstinence rates in VAR+T compared with VAR (a1b1=1.34; 95%CI=0.04, 5.03). Conclusions: The GSC effectiveness seems to increase motivation which in turn contributes to reducing tobacco use. The implementation of GSC therapy in public health services could minimize treatment duration and increase smoking abstinence in 'real-life' conditions where varenicline adherence remains low.
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- Clara Sancho-Domingo
- Health Psychology Department of Miguel Hernández University of Elche, Alicante, Spain
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- Health Psychology Department of Miguel Hernández University of Elche, Alicante, Spain
- Institute for Health and Biomedical Research (ISABIAL), Alicante, Spain
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- Health Psychology Department of Miguel Hernández University of Elche, Alicante, Spain
- Institute for Health and Biomedical Research (ISABIAL), Alicante, Spain
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- Health Psychology Department of Miguel Hernández University of Elche, Alicante, Spain
- Institute for Health and Biomedical Research (ISABIAL), Alicante, Spain
- Health Psychology Unit of Dr. Balmis General University Hospital, Alicante, Spain
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- Institute for Health and Biomedical Research (ISABIAL), Alicante, Spain
- Pneumology Service of the General University Hospital of Alicante, Alicante, Spain
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Jinnouchi H, Kitamura A, Matsudaira K, Kakihana H, Oka H, Yamagishi K, Kiyama M, Iso H. Brief self-exercise education for adults with chronic knee pain: A randomized controlled trial. Mod Rheumatol 2023; 33:408-415. [PMID: 35134993 DOI: 10.1093/mr/roac009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2021] [Revised: 01/01/2022] [Accepted: 01/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Effective brief instructions for self-management of chronic knee pain are needed. METHODS Forty-six participants with chronic knee pain were randomly allocated into two programmes: material-based education alone or brief self-exercise education (brief-See), which comprised a 100-minute instruction for self-exercise combined with compact pain education. Total function (KOOS4, 4-subscale average of knee injury and osteoarthritis outcome score), pain intensity (NRS, numeric rating scale), self-efficacy (PSEQ, pain self-efficacy questionnaire), and health-related quality of life (EQ-5D, European quality of life-5 dimensions) were evaluated at baseline and 4 and 12 weeks after the initial intervention. A generalized mixed linear model estimated average group differences in changes from baseline and 95% confidence intervals (95% CIs) using intention-to-treat principle. RESULTS Compared to material-based education alone, the brief-See provided significant additional improvements of 9.4% (95% CI: 2.3 to 16.4) on the KOOS4 and 5.4 points (0.3 to 10.4) on the PSEQ at 12 weeks but did not on the NRS and EQ-5D. Adherence and satisfaction were favourable in the brief-See without any notable adverse event. CONCLUSIONS Adding the brief-See to material-based education could be more acceptable and restore total function and self-efficacy, which could contribute to the self-management of chronic knee pain in primary care.
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- Hiroshige Jinnouchi
- Department of Hygiene and Public Health, Nippon Medical School, Tokyo, Japan.,Department of Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Osaka Center for Cancer and Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Osaka, Japan.,Department of Social Medicine, Public Health, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan.,Department of Public Health Medicine, and Health Services Research and Development Center, University of Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan
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- Department of Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Osaka Center for Cancer and Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Osaka, Japan.,Research Team for Social Participation and Community Health, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Medical Research and Management for Musculoskeletal Pain, 22nd Century Medical & Research Center, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Rehabilitation, Kobe Gakuin University, Kobe, Hyôgo, Japan
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- Department of Medical Research and Management for Musculoskeletal Pain, 22nd Century Medical & Research Center, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Public Health Medicine, and Health Services Research and Development Center, University of Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan
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- Department of Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Osaka Center for Cancer and Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Social Medicine, Public Health, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan.,Department of Public Health Medicine, and Health Services Research and Development Center, University of Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan
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Mulligan J, Olivieri H, Young K, Lin J, Anthony SJ. Single session therapy in pediatric healthcare: the value of adopting a strengths-based approach for families living with neurological disorders. Child Adolesc Psychiatry Ment Health 2022; 16:59. [PMID: 35869483 PMCID: PMC9308282 DOI: 10.1186/s13034-022-00495-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2022] [Accepted: 04/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Pediatric patients with neurological disorders often require lifelong management of symptoms and behaviours that can result in enduring emotional burden, stress and impacted health-related quality of life. Single session therapy (SST) draws upon patients' existing skills and knowledge and has emerged as a therapeutic approach to address pediatric patient and family needs in a timely manner. This study aimed to assess the clinical effectiveness of SST for pediatric patients with neurological disorders and their families, considering self-efficacy, distress, anxiety, therapeutic alliance and client satisfaction, as well as perceptions of whether SST met their pressing needs. METHODS A convergent parallel mixed-methods design included quantitative data collection via five standardized questionnaires across three time points and qualitative data collection through semi-structured interviews. Quantitative and qualitative data were analyzed independently and then integrated. RESULTS The study comprised of 135 participants, including patients, parents and siblings across diverse neurological conditions. Scores of self-efficacy and anxiety in children, and distress and anxiety in adults, improved significantly after the SST. Notably, changes in anxiety in adults remained significant five to seven weeks after the SST. Seventeen participants participated in 12 semi-structured interviews. Participants described that SST (1) was a missing piece in ongoing clinical care, (2) illuminated existing strengths and resilience, and (3) effected a lasting impact beyond the single session. CONCLUSIONS SST may be a promising initial, strengths-based treatment to support the short-term and potentially long-term needs of pediatric patients with neurological disorders and their families by emphasizing existing strengths, supporting therapeutic alliance and cultivating hope.
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- Janice Mulligan
- Division of Neurology, Gary Hurvitz Centre for Brain and Mental Health, The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, ON, M5G 1X8, Canada. .,Department of Social Work, The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, ON, M5G 1X8, Canada. .,Child Health Evaluative Sciences, Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning, The Hospital for Sick Children, 686 Bay Street, Toronto, ON, M5G 0A4, Canada.
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- grid.42327.300000 0004 0473 9646Division of Neurology, Gary Hurvitz Centre for Brain and Mental Health, The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, ON M5G 1X8 Canada ,grid.42327.300000 0004 0473 9646Department of Social Work, The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, ON M5G 1X8 Canada
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- grid.42327.300000 0004 0473 9646Child Health Evaluative Sciences, Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning, The Hospital for Sick Children, 686 Bay Street, Toronto, ON M5G 0A4 Canada
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- grid.42327.300000 0004 0473 9646Child Health Evaluative Sciences, Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning, The Hospital for Sick Children, 686 Bay Street, Toronto, ON M5G 0A4 Canada
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- grid.42327.300000 0004 0473 9646Department of Social Work, The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, ON M5G 1X8 Canada ,grid.42327.300000 0004 0473 9646Child Health Evaluative Sciences, Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning, The Hospital for Sick Children, 686 Bay Street, Toronto, ON M5G 0A4 Canada ,grid.17063.330000 0001 2157 2938Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work, University of Toronto, 246 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M5S 1V4 Canada
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In this paper, I report on/show that the important of "rapid counseling" for patients with COVID-19 during this pandemic. These matters are studied based on the latest theory and research results, which are related to the current situation, namely the COVID-19 outbreak.
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- Dominikus David Biondi Situmorang
- Department of Guidance and Counseling, Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia, Jl. Jenderal Sudirman 51 Jakarta Selatan, Jakarta 12930, Indonesia.
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Gysin-Maillart A, Soravia L, Schwab S. Attempted suicide short intervention program influences coping among patients with a history of attempted suicide. J Affect Disord 2020; 264:393-399. [PMID: 31759660 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2019.11.059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2019] [Revised: 09/23/2019] [Accepted: 11/10/2019] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND The development of individual coping strategies for suicidal crises is essential for suicide prevention. However, the influence of a brief intervention and the effect on coping strategies is largely unknown. This study aimed to investigate the influence of the Attempted Suicide Short Intervention Program on the development of coping strategies, in comparison to a control group. METHOD In this secondary analysis of a 24-month follow-up randomised controlled study, 120 patients (55% female; mean age of 36) with a history of suicide attempts were randomly allocated to either the ASSIP group or to a control group, in addition to treatment as usual. RESULTS The present study identified 11% less dysfunctional coping in the ASSIP group and 6% more problem-focussed coping compared to the control group after 24-months. The analysis of broader strategies showed a statistically significant group difference regarding self-distraction (after 12-months) and self-blame (after 24-months). In regard to the long-term association between coping strategies and suicidal ideation, active coping and substance use were negatively associated with suicidal ideation in the ASSIP group. Whereas, in the control group, behavioural disengagement and positive reframing were positively and self-distraction was negatively related to suicidal ideation. LIMITATION The receipt of a clinical interview and suicide risk assessment in the control group could have potentially had an effect on participants' coping mechanisms. CONCLUSION These results indicate that ASSIP may have an impact on the development of problem-focussed coping strategies. Although a reduction in dysfunctional coping seems to be essential in overcoming suicidal crises.
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- Anja Gysin-Maillart
- Translational Research Centre, University Hospital of Psychiatry, University of Bern, Switzerland; University of Leipzig, Department of Medical Psychologie and Medical Sociology, Germany.
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- Translational Research Centre, University Hospital of Psychiatry, University of Bern, Switzerland
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- Big Data Institute, Li Ka Shing Centre for Health Information and Discovery, Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford, United Kingdom
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of Access to Psychological Services Ireland (APSI), a primary care adult psychology service. METHODS A repeated measures design was used to evaluate the clinical outcomes of service users who completed an intervention. Psychological distress, depressive symptomatology and anxiety symptomatology were measured using the Clinical Outcomes in Routine Evaluation-Outcome Measure (CORE-OM), the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) and the Generalised Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7), respectively. Self-reported health and economic outcomes were measured using the EQ-5D-3L and the Eco-Psy, respectively. RESULTS A total of 381 adults were assessed as suitable for an APSI intervention, with 198 (52%) of these completing at least one intervention. Significant reductions in psychological distress were observed for completers of guided self-help and brief cognitive behavioural therapy, with service users also showing significant reductions in anxiety and depressive symptomatology. Reliable and clinically significant change on the CORE-OM was observed for 67.9% of treatment completers. Service users reported significant improvements in their health status but did not show changes in their health service usage in the 3-month follow-up period. CONCLUSIONS APSI provided an accessible service model that was clinically effective in managing a range of mild to moderate mental health difficulties. The cost-effectiveness of the service model may be enhanced by offering a wider range of high-throughput interventions and by increasing the treatment completion rate.
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Cosio D, Swaroop S. The Use of Mind-body Medicine in Chronic Pain Management: Differential Trends and Session-by-Session Changes in Anxiety. J Pain Manag Med 2016; 2:114. [PMID: 27158683 PMCID: PMC4855874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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The evidence to date suggests that the use of mind-body medicine in chronic pain management can improve physical and psychological symptoms. However, past research evidence has largely relied on global measures of distress at pre- and post-intervention. Even though it is plausible that reported anxiety occurs in the context of pain, there is also evidence to suggest a reciprocal relationship. Thus, the purpose of the current study was to determine the differential impact that mind-body medical interventions have on anxiety among Veterans with chronic, non-cancer pain. The current study utilized multiple, repeated assessments of anxiety to better understand changes made over time between two mind-body interventions (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)) used for chronic pain management. Ninety-six Veterans elected to participate in either intervention following the completion of a pain health education program at a Midwestern VA Medical Center between November 3, 2009-November 4, 2010. A 2 × 7 repeated measures multivariate analyses of variance indicated significantly lower levels of global distress by the end of both the ACT and CBT interventions. Trend analysis revealed differential patterns of change in levels of anxiety over time. Helmert contrast analyses found several modules of ACT were statistically different than the overall mean of previous sessions. Implications related to timing and patterns of change for the interventions are discussed.
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- David Cosio
- Anesthesiology/Pain Clinic, Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, USA,Corresponding author: David Cosio, Anesthesiology/Pain Clinic #124, Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, Chicago, IL 60612, USA, Tel: (312)569-8703; Fax: (312)569-8120;
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- Pain Clinic/Psychology, Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, USA
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Boerema AM, Cuijpers P, Beekman ATF, Hellenthal A, Voorrips L, van Straten A. Is duration of psychological treatment for depression related to return into treatment? Soc Psychiatry Psychiatr Epidemiol 2016; 51:1495-1507. [PMID: 27448572 PMCID: PMC5101270 DOI: 10.1007/s00127-016-1267-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2015] [Accepted: 07/15/2016] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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PURPOSE There is increasing pressure on mental health providers to reduce the duration of treatments, while retaining level of quality and effectiveness. The risk is that the population is underserved and therefore needs new treatment episodes. The primary aim of this study was to investigate whether duration of treatment and return into mental health care were related. METHODS This study examined Dutch patients with an initial treatment episode in 2009 or 2010 in specialized mental health settings for depressive disorder (N = 85,754). Follow-up data about treatment episodes were available up until 2013. The data set included demographic (age, gender), and clinical factors (comorbidity with other DSM-IV Axis; scores on the 'Global Assessment of Functioning'). Cox regression analyses were used to assess whether duration of treatment and relapse into mental health care were related. RESULTS The majority of patients did not return into mental health care (86 %). Patients with a shorter duration of treatment (5-250 min; 251-500 min and 751-1000 min) were slightly more likely to return (reference group: >1000 min) (HR 1.19 95 % CI 1.13-1.26; HR 1.11 95 % CI 1.06-1.17; HR 1.18 95 % CI 1.11-1.25), adjusted for demographic and clinical variables. CONCLUSIONS The results suggest that a longer duration of treatment may prevent return into mental health care in some groups. However, because of the design of the study, no causal inference can be drawn. Further research, preferably in a RCT, is needed to determine whether the trend towards lower intensity treatments is associated with repeated mental health care use.
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- A M Boerema
- Department of Clinical Neuro and Developmental Psychology, Section Clinical Psychology, Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, van der Boechorststraat 1, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
- EMGO+ Institute for Health Care and Research, VU University Medical Centre, van der Boechorststraat 7, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Clinical Neuro and Developmental Psychology, Section Clinical Psychology, Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, van der Boechorststraat 1, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- EMGO+ Institute for Health Care and Research, VU University Medical Centre, van der Boechorststraat 7, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- EMGO+ Institute for Health Care and Research, VU University Medical Centre, van der Boechorststraat 7, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Psychiatry, VU University Medical Centre, van der Boechorststraat 7, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Statistics Netherlands (CBS), Henri Faasdreef 312, 2492 JP, The Hague, The Netherlands
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- Statistics Netherlands (CBS), Henri Faasdreef 312, 2492 JP, The Hague, The Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Neuro and Developmental Psychology, Section Clinical Psychology, Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, van der Boechorststraat 1, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- EMGO+ Institute for Health Care and Research, VU University Medical Centre, van der Boechorststraat 7, 1081 BT, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Medical family therapy has many potential uses in behavioral medicine and primary care. Current research was reviewed to determine the most advantageous way to apply solution-focused therapy and motivational interviewing as a perfect marriage in medical family therapy. An extensive literature review was done in the following databases for medical family therapy: Proquest, EBSCO, Medline, and PsychInfo. The search resulted in 86 relevant articles, of which 46 of the most recent were selected for review. Medical family therapy lacks current research that supports solution-focused therapy or motivational interviewing. However, evidence supports the use of solution-focused therapy as a brief format, as well as the closely related intervention, motivational interviewing. While medical family therapy presents many hopeful possibilities in the fields of behavioral medicine, psychology, and marriage and family therapy, little evidence currently exists for the most effective implementation. This review found evidence supporting solution-focused therapy and motivational interviewing as the perfect marriage of the collaborative team approaches for the future implementation and use of specific interventions in medical family therapy.
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Rahioui H, Blecha L, Bottai T, Depuy C, Jacquesy L, Kochman F, Meynard JA, Papeta D, Rammouz I, Ghachem R. [Interpersonal psychotherapy from research to practice]. Encephale 2015; 41:184-9. [PMID: 24709225 DOI: 10.1016/j.encep.2013.07.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2013] [Accepted: 07/25/2013] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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THEORETICAL BACKGROUND Interpersonal therapy (IPT) is a brief, structured psychotherapy initially intended to treat adult depression that was developed in the 1970s and manualized in 1984 by G. Klerman and his team. Two main theories served as a basis for its design: Bowlby's attachment theory and communication theory. Klerman theorized that tensions and problems in interpersonal relationships (i.e. disputes) cause psychological distress in vulnerable individuals that may lead to a major depressive episode. Clinical and epidemiological studies have shown that an insecure attachment style is strongly associated with lifetime depression. Severe depressive episodes have been correlated with avoidant attachment in women. THERAPY STRUCTURE AND TECHNIQUES IPT is based on the hypothesis that recent or ongoing disturbances in interpersonal relationships either trigger or follow the onset of mood disorder. In practice, IPT assists patients in analysing their interpersonal relationship modes, correlating their relational states with their mood and in learning to use better communication. Resolving difficulties in interpersonal relationships through the use of better communication skills promotes the improvement of depressive symptoms. Klerman identified four interpersonal areas that seem to be highly correlated with depressive episodes: grief (a close and important personal relation who has died), interpersonal disputes (conflicts with significant people such as a spouse or another close family member), role transition (significant life changes such as retirement, parenthood or chronic and invalidating illness) and interpersonal deficits (patients who have limited social contacts and few interpersonal relations). Classically, IPT is planned around 12-16 weekly sessions. During the initial sessions, the therapist will explore all existing interpersonal relations and any significant dysfunctions, both recent and ongoing. Following this interview, the area the patient considers as driving the current depressive episode will be designated as the focus of therapy. Evaluation of depressive symptoms by a quantitative measure (i.e. Visual Analogue Scale) and qualitative measures (activity, pleasure, quality of life) reoccurs at each session. During the intermediate sessions, therapy uses current situations and events in the designated area that particularly affect the patient's mood. Coping, communication and decision-making skills are gradually improved through a number of techniques. These include non-directive and directive exploration, clarification, encouragement of affect, and communication analysis. The therapeutic relationship is empathetic and encouraging of all progress the patient makes. The final phases close the therapy and help the patient to plan future actions and improvements. CLINICAL TRIALS OF IPT AND DEVELOPMENTS Several controlled clinical trials in adult populations have demonstrated the efficacy of IPT in treating Major Depressive Disorder (initial and recurrent episodes). It has been recommended as an appropriate treatment option in several guidelines. It can be provided in individual, couple or group formats. There remains an ongoing discussion of the efficacy of monthly maintenance sessions in recurrent depression. Since its conception, clinical trials have explored its use in specific populations such as adolescents and the elderly. IPT has also been the object of trial in other disorders such as post-partum depression, bipolar disorder, social phobia and eating disorders. CONCLUSION This article reviews the basic principles and objectives of this therapeutic model. Theoretical concepts and results from research are also discussed. The approach is briefly described and the various therapeutic phases are discussed. Clinical trials have shown that IPT is effective in treating major depressive disorder in a wide variety of populations. Further trials are necessary to determine its efficacy in other psychiatric disorders.
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