Tratamiento de depresión en una paciente con historial de violencia doméstica

Abstract

Abstract: The present study addresses the psychological treatment of a patient with a history of domestic violence and self-harm attempts, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as the main intervention and without the use of antidepressant medications (AMD). A thorough diagnostic evaluation through semi-structured interview, supported by psychometric instruments, such as the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), the Beck Anxiety (BAI) and the Plutchik Suicidal Risk Scale (RS) to identify symptoms of anxiety and depression associated with violence, which concluded in a diagnosis of a depressive disorder. For the treatment, techniques from the CBT that proved to be highly effective. The results were confirmed by interview and reapplication of the instruments at the end of the treatment, identifying a significant decrease in symptoms compared to the first contact with the patient.