Research Exercise Interpersonal Therapy for Depression

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Research Exercise

Interpersonal Therapy for Depression

Interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT), developed by Gerald Klerman and Myrna Weissman, emphasizes four interpersonal problem areas: interpersonal loss, interpersonal role dispute, interpersonal role transition, and interpersonal deficits. IPT is usually comprised of 16 sessions, broken up into phases, focusing on one or more of these four identified areas. IPT-oriented therapists tend to look closely at relationships and relationship dynamics to assist in improving mood. By the end of therapy, symptoms almost totally disappear in approximately 50 to 60 percent of clients who receive IPT treatment for depression.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1414693/

After reading “Interpersonal Psychotherapy: Principles and Applications,” consider the questions below. Then submit your responses.

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Which of the following is true about IPT?

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Which of the following statements best relates to the principles of IPT?

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IPT usually is comprised of how many phases of treatment?

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What is one difference between cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and IPT?

One possible answer might be that, first, there are several differences. One main difference is that CBT focuses on automatic thoughts and cognitive distortions, while IPT focuses on interpersonal relationships and life experiences directly related to mood.

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IPT places the patient in the “sick person role” with regard to their depressive symptoms. What advantage does this provide for treatment?

One possible answer might be that, by allowing the patient to identify in a sick role, the patient can recognize that his or her symptoms are impeding functioning, which in turn reduces self-blame, and permits the patient to focus on present concerns.

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