Abordaje psicoterapéutico en adulto mayor diagnosticado con depresión moderada: Estudio de caso

Abstract

Abstract: The present clinical case addresses an adult over 90 years old diagnosed with moderate depression (F32.1 according to the ICD-10). A cognitive-behavioral approach was implemented, working mainly on cognitive restructuring to address the patient's psychological symptoms. A variety of techniques were used, among which we can highlight the psychological interview, clinical observation in the patient's natural environment and the performance of psychological tests. These methods managed to provide a more detailed view of the patient's condition and in turn allowed for an accurate diagnosis, based on the results obtained throughout the evaluation. A personalized therapeutic plan was developed, focused on specialized cognitive-behavioral techniques and play therapy, with the main objective of reducing depressive symptoms in the patient and improving his or her self-esteem. The results obtained within the therapeutic process were encouraging, which demonstrates the effectiveness of the techniques applied in the case of this patient with moderate depression.