title: Cognitive-behavioral therapy for depression.
abstract: Major Depressive Disorder is one of the most common and debilitating mental disorders. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for depression has received ample empirical support and is considered one of the most effective modes of treatment for depression. In this article, we review the theoretical underpinnings of this approach, whereby biased cognition and maladaptive behavioral patterns are thought to be core factors contributing to the development and maintenance of depression. We describe cognitive and behavioral strategies and techniques used in the treatment of depression. We conclude with an updated review of outcome research comparing the effectiveness of CBT as a whole and its specific cognitive and behavioral components with a standard treatment of anti-depressant medication.
authors.affiliation: School of Education, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel. nmor@huji.ac.il
authors.forename: Nilly
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Mor
authors.forename: Dafna
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Haran
mesh_terms: D000928:Antidepressive Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001364:Awareness; D015928:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D003430:Cross-Sectional Studies; D003865:Major Depressive Disorder / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D017063:Outcome Assessment, Health Care; D010469:Perceptual Distortion; D016032:Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic; D011936:Reality Testing; D055502:Secondary Prevention; D012919:Social Behavior
chemical_list: D000928:Antidepressive Agents