The effect of Korean ‐group cognitive behavioural therapy among patients with panic disorder in clinic settings

This study verified whether group CBT is more effective than treatment as usual (TAU) in South Korean patients with panic disorder.MethodsThe study participants consisted of 76 panic disorder patients. Patients in the therapy condition attended sessions once a week for a total of 12 sessions in addition to drug treatment.ResultsIn the therapy condition, there were significant decreases in panic‐related bodily sensations and ranking and belief scores for catastrophic misinterpretation of external events.DiscussionGroup CBT, in comparison to TAU, decreases panic and agoraphobia symptom severity in South Korean patients with panic disorder. Our study provides evidence for the effectiveness of a panic disorder management programme that integrates group CBT and traditional pharmacotherapeutic treatment for patients with panic disorder.Implications for PracticeThe cognitive behavioural approach is needed to reduce panic and agoraphobia symptoms for hospitalized patients with panic disorder more than activity therapies, medications and supportive counselling by doctors and nurses.

Source: Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing - September 30, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Y. S. Choi, E. J. Lee Tags: Original Article Source Type: research