Cognitive-behavioral therapy training for multidisciplinary inpatient psychiatric teams: A novel curriculum using animated simulations.

ABSTRACT:

Problem

Nurses assume primary responsibility teaching children self-management skills, yet few of them have formal training in evidence-based treatments such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).

Methods

We developed a novel CBT training curriculum specifically tailored for nurses and other child psychiatric inpatient team members. The curriculum was anchored in three components: (1) a structured manual; (2) instructional videos of common clinical scenarios using animated simulations; and (3) interactive role-play exercises. The CBT curriculum was implemented through small group training sessions. We then conducted focus group sessions with the 20 participants to assess change in self-reported knowledge of, and utilization of CBT skills in clinical practice.

Findings

SUBMITTER: Cardona L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8349870 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature