Taking care of our mental health is essential, no matter where we are in the world. In the more Western parts of the world, psychological interventions, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), are effective in treating a wide range of common mental health problems (e.g., depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, etc.). However, the effectiveness of CBT as applied in other areas of the world is much less discussed. Fortunately, there is some evidence from high–quality studies (e.g., systematic reviews, clinical trials) suggesting that CBT is linked to favourable mental health outcomes compared to other treatments in diverse contexts. Cultural adaptations in CBT What is culturally adapting a treatment? It can be defined as modifying an evidence-based treatment to consider the patient‘s cultural context. Interestingly, CBT can be adapted to different cultural contexts. Several systematic reviews suggest that CBT’s effect on mental disorders is actually stronger when the treatment is adapted to local cultural contexts. Further, cultural adaptions for treatment can take many forms relevant to the local culture. For instance, questionnaires have been translated to local languages and then tested to ensure fidelity to the original scale; more time can be taken to explain the techniques, processes, and aims of CBT. Additionally, culturally appropriate stories and metaphors have been integrated into the delivery of the CBT. In order to continue adapting CBT to more cultural contexts, it is of primordial importance to develop a better understanding of how mental disorders are experienced and expressed in various ways by the patient. CBT delivery in low-and middle-income countries Although CBT can be flexible to context, there are obstacles to CBT intervention delivery in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC) where resource deprivation (such as fewer mental health professionals available to deliver treatment) is disproportional. This is problematic given that unique sociocultural factors in LMICs contribute to the increasing prevalence of mental health problems. Fortunately, it has been found that local nurses, volunteers, university students, social workers, and students can be trained
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READ MOREGet an insightful understanding of experiential cognitive and exposure-based exposure treatment of social anxiety. Enhance your confidence in providing therapy by following a step by step specific protocol rather than all too common generic ‘thought mood’ stereotypes of CBT formulation.
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Get an insightful understanding of experiential cognitive and exposure-based exposure treatment of social anxiety. Enhance your confidence in providing therapy by following a step by step specific protocol rather than all too common generic ‘thought mood’ stereotypes of CBT formulation.
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The course covers the theory and model for diagnosing and treating depression. Approach BAT through the functional analysis of avoidance and loss of rewards in depression. By understanding the skilled use of the activity diary, you will learn to identify ‘stuck’ points and effective treatment strategies to get clients unstuck.
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a first line evidence-based treatment for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
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Rumination is a common phenomenon across a range of conditions like posttraumatic stress disorder and social anxiety disorder. It can be a challenge for therapists as it is associated with poor clinical outcomes. Rumination may go undetected and derail therapy.
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This 1-day event is packed with learning opportunities for practicing clinicians with a diverse array of topics on structured psychotherapies delivered by recognized experts. The conference consists of state of the art presentations and workshops, focused on key skills for practice.
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Trichotillomania (hair pulling disorder) and Excoriation Disorders (Skin Picking Disorder) are included in the obsessive-compulsive related disorder section of the DSM-5 and are present in about 1-2% of the population. They are more common in females, often co-morbid with other conditions.
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a common presentation in adult mental health. It is often co-morbid mood and anxiety disorders. Adult ADHD (AADHD) is frequently missed in presentations. There is also the danger of overdiagnosis in presence of other conditions which disrupt attention and concentration.
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