Cognitive Analytic Therapy for psychosis: A case series.

ABSTRACT: OBJECTIVES:Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) is an effective psychological intervention for several different mental health conditions. However, whether it is acceptable, safe, and beneficial for people with psychosis remains unclear, as is the feasibility of providing and evaluating it within a research context. The aim of this study was to begin to address these questions and to obtain for the first time a rich and detailed understanding of the experience of receiving CAT for psychosis. DESIGN:A mixed-methods case series design. METHOD:Seven individuals who experienced non-affective psychosis received CAT. They completed assessments at the start of CAT, 16 weeks, and 28 weeks post-baseline. Qualitative interviews were completed with four individuals following completion of or withdrawal f

SUBMITTER: Taylor PJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6766854 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature