CBT and IPT – A Comparison Christian Jonathan Haverkampf 17th July 2022 Contents Introduction. 0 How They Work. 2 The Therapist-Patient Relationship. 5 Therapy Phases. 6 Applications. 6 Effectiveness. 7 Effect duration. 9 Conclusion. 11 References. 14 Introduction Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), combining principles from cognitive and behavioural psychology, and interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT), are […]
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The Impact of Childhood Trauma on Adult Mental Health Christian Jonathan Haverkampf 8th November 2022 Contents Introduction. 0 The Trauma. 2 Trauma Type. 2 Dose-Response Relationship and Repeated Trauma. 4 Health Issues. 5 Mental Health Impairment. 5 Social Functioning. 5 Depression, Anxiety, Psychosis, and Suicide. 6 Physical Illness. 7 Mechanisms. 8 Psychosocial Functioning. 9 Brain
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Communication and Connectedness against Depression and Anxiety Christian Jonathan Haverkampf Abstract—Connectedness with others is an important criterion for mental health. While understanding the underlying content and dynamics is essential, connectedness with others can help reduce anxiety and depression. In addition, external connectedness requires internal connectedness. Index Terms—connectedness, communication, depression, anxiety, treatment, psychotherapy, psychiatry I.
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Anxiety Treatment Christian Jonathan Haverkampf Abstract—Anxiety is a highly treatable condition. However, it impairs the life of many. Treatment approaches, such as CBT may lead to quick improvements, which, however, may often not be sustainable. A more insight and communication-focused approach may lead to longer-lasting results. Communication-Focused Therapy® has been developed to that end.
Whether ‘full’ recovery from psychosis, including schizophrenia, is possible, depends on the definition of the latter. A biological predisposition for schizophrenia is thought to exist in many patients with schizophrenia, which cannot be cured. Mutations in certain genes can make it more likely that an individual will suffer from schizophrenia during his or her lifetime.
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