Abstract
This study presents 2-year follow-up data of a comparison between complete cognitive-behavioral therapy for depression (CT) and its 2 major components: behavioral activation and behavioral activation with automatic thought modification. Data are reported on 137 participants who were randomly assigned to 1 of these 3 treatments for up to 20 sessions with experienced cognitive-behavioral therapists. Long-term effects of the therapy were evaluated through relapse rates, number of asymptomatic or minimally symptomatic weeks, and survival times at 6-, 12-, 18-, and 24-month follow- ups. CT was no more effective than its components in preventing relapse. Both clinical and theoretical implications of these findings are discussed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 377-384 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology |
Volume | 66 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Apr 1998 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Psychiatry and Mental health
- Clinical Psychology