This article outlines the nature of obsessive compulsive disorder and sets out an evidence-based approach to assessment and treatment. The article also examines the key elements of the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence ( 2005 ) guideline on this condition.
The first edition of this book, published in 2000, proved to be extremely popular with a wide range of health professionals and the topic is, of course, of great relevance to nurses. The preface describes this as an indepth introduction to the field of health psychology. It is recommended as an advanced undergraduate and postgraduate resource, covering the fields of health promotion, disease prevention and health care.
This is the second in a two-part Continuing Professional Development article on behavioural activation as a relatively new treatment intervention for depression. Part 1 examined the nature and assessment of depression; reviewed the evidence for psychosocial and medical interventions; explored the stengths and limitations of current psychological interventions taking into account their efficacy, costs and training requirements; and summarised the main behavioural theories of depression.
This two-part Continuing Professional Development article presents the treatment of behavioural activation as a justifiable treatment intervention for depression. Part one will set the scene by examining the nature and assessment of depression. Then we review the evidence for psychosocial and medical interventions. Third, we explore the strengths and limitations of current psychological interventions, taking into account their efficacy, costs and training requirements. Finally, we will summarise behavioural theories of depression.
Phobias are anxiety disorders that can have a significant impact on a person’s lifestyle, due to the distress and symptoms suffered. This article discusses the characteristics, assessment and treatment of the three classified phobias, as well as self-help interventions.
Aims and intended learning outcomes This article discusses the characteristics of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), its assessment and treatment. After reading this article, and completing the exercises, you will: ■ define BDD; ■ state the general prevalence of BDD; ■ describe two assessment measures used for BDD; ■ describe two cognitive-behavioural techniques used to treat BDD; ■ discuss the role of nurse therapists in the treatment of BDD.