Effectiveness of a treatment approach for comorbid panic disorder, major depressive disorder, and alcohol dependence: a case study

<p>This case study evaluates the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy with a focus on therapeutic relationship in the treatment of an adult female who underwent treatment in a community mental health agency. The client was diagnosed with comorbid panic disorder, major depressive disorder, and alcohol dependence. In addition, the client experienced a variety of psychosocial stressors. The client's psychosocial assessment is presented, and the empirical treatment literature related to the client's diagnoses is reviewed. A variety of outcome measures were used. Results indicated that the treatment was effective: the client experienced a significant reduction in the severity of symptoms. However, further treatment is needed to extend the improvement in symptoms and to reduce the risk of future relapse. A comparison between the client's current treatment and what might be considered "best" treatment is presented. Suggestions for treatment improvement are made.</p>

Name thesis:degree_name

M.A. in Mental Health Counseling

Level thesis:degree_level

Thesis

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Psychology

Year dc:date.available

2004

Author dc:creator

• Biryukova, Vera

Contributors dc:contributor

• Haugh, James H.

• Alcoholism--Case studies; Depression in women; Panic disorders--Treatment
• Psychology

Repository record dc:identifier

https://rdw.rowan.edu/etd/1114

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:rdw.rowan.edu:etd-2114