Cognitive behavioural group therapy is moderately effective for depression, with continued effect for up to 6 months but not beyond
- Mental Health and Learning Disabilities, London South Bank University, London, UK
- Correspondence toThomas J Currid
: Mental Health and Learning Disabilities, London South Bank University, Havering Campus, Harold Wood, Romford, London RM30BE, UK; curridtj{at}lsbu.ac.uk
Commentary on:
Implications for practice and research
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Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is one of the most important evidence-based approaches for depression and is recommended as a core psychological intervention in clinical treatment guidelines.
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Currently the demand for trained CBT practitioners outweighs availability, necessitating alternative CBT approaches.
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Trained nurses are in a pivotal position to deliver cognitive group behavioural therapy (CGBT).
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CGBT has the potential to meet patients’ needs while allowing patient access to treatment in an expedient manner.
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There is a need for further research on the process and …
