Cognitive Therapy for Schizophrenia

Learning through Cognitive Milieu Therapy among Inpatients with Dual Diagnosis: A Qualitative Study of Interdisciplinary Collaboration

“…These qualities are also called "befriending" and seem to be important as a form of social support in order to keep up an active engagement of patients in mental health care (Milne, Wharton, James, & Turkington, 2006). Kingdon and Turkington (2005) argue that there is no evidence showing that befriending alone has a lasting effect, but that it may be useful in relational work in CBT. We have similar experiences with CMT in our study.…”

“There's something in my body that shouldn't be there”: Using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Treating Psychosis and HIV

“…Part of this may have been due to disillusionment with the disappointing results obtained with psychodynamic psychotherapy in this population, 4,5 and part due to the promise of new pharmacologic agents. 1 For whatever reason, interest in verbal therapy for patients with schizophrenia entered a period of decline. 6 Interest in verbal approaches to the treatment of schizophrenia began to increase again in the 1990s as applications of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to the treatment of psychotic symptoms began to appear in the psychiatric literature.…”

“…Particularly in England there appeared case reports, controlled studies, and theory-based textbooks that supported the use of CBT as a psychosocial treatment for medication-resistant symptoms 7 or as a treatment to be considered as part of routine care for all patients with schizophrenia. 1 In fact, the British National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence guidelines went so far as to recommend CBT for all patients with schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and delusional disorder. 8 Interest among U.S. mental health professionals in the application of CBT to this population has grown more slowly and is of more recent origin.…”

“…6 A precondition for effective CBT, especially in this population, is an empathic relationship with unconditional positive regard, genuineness, and trustworthiness demonstrated by the therapist. 1 Effective engagement is critical and is facilitated by using language common to patient and therapist, providing a rationale for the therapist's behavior, instilling reasonable hope, and establishing common goals. 1 In reviewing the description of Craig's treatment, establishing this type of relationship was the first item attended to.…”

“…1 Effective engagement is critical and is facilitated by using language common to patient and therapist, providing a rationale for the therapist's behavior, instilling reasonable hope, and establishing common goals. 1 In reviewing the description of Craig's treatment, establishing this type of relationship was the first item attended to. Support was demonstrated through accompanying him to medical appointments.…”