Psychotherapy by family physicians.
Practical, brief, specific techniques that primary care physicians can use in office counseling are reviewed. Useful applications of supportive therapy, cognitive therapy, and interpersonal therapy are described. Family therapy is introduced as a means of approaching problems originating in the social context.
Department of Family Practice, College of Medicine, University of Iowa, Iowa City.
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D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D003376:Counseling; D005194:Family Practice; D006801:Humans; D001523:Mental Disorders / Q000628:therapy; D011602:Psychophysiologic Disorders / Q000628:therapy; D011613:Psychotherapy / Q000379:methods; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D012803:Sick Role