Understanding Cognitive Therapy for Depression
CBT for Depression
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10m
Understanding Cognitive Therapy for Depression
1. Introduction to Cognitive Therapy 0:00
• Presenter: Victoria Lacey
• Focus: Cognitive therapy for depression developed by Aaron Beck
• Recommendation: Purchase and read Beck's book for a deeper understanding
• Mention of Judith Beck's modern take on the therapy
2. Course Overview 1:02
• Introduction to cognitive therapy for depression
• Importance of building a therapeutic relationship
• Outline of a typical therapy session
• Overview of behavioural and cognitive techniques
• Discussion on techniques for suicidal patients
• Addressing therapeutic challenges
3. Understanding Cognitive Dysfunction 2:07
• Cognitive dysfunction as a core symptom of depression (not the cause)
• Link between depressed affect and triggering of latent schemas/core beliefs
• Examples of triggering events: personal loss, failure, dysfunction
4. Degrees of Cognitive Dysfunction 3:22
• Cognitive dysfunction is a continuum, not absolute
• Patients have some cognitive flexibility and adaptability
• Importance of harnessing these skills in therapy
5. Recurrent Depression and Core Beliefs 4:24
• Recurrent depression weakens thresholds for triggering core beliefs
• Increased likelihood of experiencing depression due to these beliefs
6. Identifying Cognitive Dysfunctions 5:00
• Examples of negative beliefs and attributions:
Extreme beliefs (e.g., not getting an A means being stupid)
Negative self-view (e.g., feeling unlovable or worthless)
Negative interpretations of events (e.g., friends being busy means they don't like you)
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