Intervención cognitivo conductual en una niña de 7 años con trastorno de adaptación y alteraciones conductuales: Un estudio de caso

Abstract

Abstract: The present case study details the process of cognitive behavioral evaluation and intervention in a 7-year-old girl, who presents an adjustment disorder with predominance of behavioral alterations, as well as problems related to family dynamics in childhood. Initially, an exhaustive evaluation was carried out through interviews psychological tests, clinical observation and the application of various psychometric instruments and projective measures, such as the Behavioral Aggression Checklist in Children, the Spence Children's Depression Inventory (CDI), as well as the Family and the Person in the Rain Test. Subsequently, diagnostic hypotheses were formulated and a psychotherapeutic plan adapted to the specific needs of the patient was designed. The techniques applied included psychoeducation, role playing, problem solving. problems, assertive communication, breathing techniques and recreational activities. At the end intervention, moderately positive results were achieved, due to factors regarding to the family structure and dynamics that influenced the process.