Author Description

The Treatment Outlined Is Based On Standard Interventions Used In Cognitive-behavioural Therapy For Depression, But Adapted For Persons With Chronic Illness, With The Specific Emphasis On Self-care Behaviours And Medical Adherence. It Targets Both Depression And Adherence In Individuals Living With A Chronic Illness Who Are Also Depressed. Contents; List Of Figures And Worksheets; Chapter 1 Introductory Information For Therapists; Chapter 2 Overview Of Adherence Behaviors For Selected Illnesses; Chapter 3 Module 1: Psychoeducation About Cbt And Motivational Interviewing; Chapter 4 Module 2: Adherence Training (life-steps); Chapter 5 Module 3: Activity Scheduling; Chapter 6 Module 4: Cognitive Restructuring (adaptive Thinking); Chapter 7 Module 5: Problem Solving; Chapter 8 Module 6: Relaxation Training And Diaphragmatic Breathing; Chapter 9 Module 7: Review, Maintenance, And Relapse Prevention; References; About The Authors Steven A Safren, Jeffrey S. Gonzalez And Nafisseh Soroudi. Description Based Upon Print Version Of Record. Includes Bibliographical References.