Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Suicidal Behavior with Donna M. Sudak, M.D.-Slides

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The document is a comprehensive exploration of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) geared towards addressing suicidal behavior, presented by Donna M. Sudak, M.D. It discusses the evidence supporting CBT’s effectiveness in treating patients exhibiting suicidal tendencies and outlines the basic principles and techniques of CBT specifically tailored to such cases. CBT focuses on altering negative thought patterns and behaviors contributing to suicidal ideation and actions, and this targeted approach helps reduce repeat suicide attempts and fosters treatment engagement.<br /><br />The text highlights influential contributions by researchers like Aaron T. Beck, who developed tools for assessing suicide risk and identified hopelessness as a significant predictor of suicide. It also discusses interventions like the Safety Planning intervention and Emergency Department Safety Assessment and Follow-up Evaluation (ED-SAFE) that have shown to significantly decrease suicidal behavior when used alongside CBT.<br /><br />Various meta-analyses mentioned affirm the efficacy of CBT and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in managing suicidal behaviors, emphasizing techniques such as cognitive restructuring, problem-solving, and enhancing impulse control.<br /><br />The document also details the structure of CBT sessions, which includes developing individualized case formulations for patients and targeting specific cognitive distortions and deficits. The therapeutic process is collaborative, with a focus on setting realistic goals, maintaining treatment compliance, and developing safety plans that help patients manage crises.<br /><br />Safety planning is integral, involving collaboration between the therapist and patient to develop detailed action plans for crisis management, restriction of lethal means, and identification of reasons to live. Additional interventions focus on increasing hope, improving self-compassion, and addressing pervasive cognitive distortions. The document also lists resources for further exploration and implementation of CBT in suicidal behavior management.

Keywords

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

suicidal behavior

Donna M. Sudak

Aaron T. Beck

Safety Planning

Emergency Department Safety Assessment

cognitive restructuring

impulse control

crisis management

hopelessness

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