Intervención cognitivo conductual en adulto mayor con un trastorno depresivo debido a una afección médica

Abstract

Abstract: This study focuses on the psychological treatment of N.N through nine sessions of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), specifically targeting patients with underlying medical conditions such as paraplegia. The therapy included techniques like diaphragmatic breathing, downward arrow, Socratic dialogue, alternative scenario analysis, farewell letter, thought stopping, resource drawer, and a farewell ritual. Each technique is supported by theoretical foundations and empirical evidence demonstrating its efficacy in treating depression. The responses and progress of N.N were documented throughout the sessions, highlighting a reduction in depressive symptoms and an improvement in emotional well-being. The study concludes that an integrative approach incorporating these techniques is highly beneficial for patients facing depression related to complex medical conditions, proposing the inclusion of these practices in future treatments and recommending further research to explore their effectiveness in other populations.