Abstract
ABSTRACT A pooled sample of 52 female caregivers (ages 34-78) meeting Research Diagnostic Criteria (RDC) for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) was used to compare response to brief individual versus group interventions for depression. Caregivers participating in individual psychotherapy (n = 28) and caregivers participating in cognitive-behavioral groups (n = 24) were compared on changes in Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) scores and RDC diagnosis, 10 weeks into each intervention. While there were no differences between the interventions in BDI scores at 10 weeks, there was greater improvement in RDC diagnosis among the caregivers participating in the cognitive-behavioral groups. The authors suggest that the field is now ready for randomized clinical trials to address this question.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
