The Use of Behavioral Experiments to Modify Delusions and Paranoia: Clinical Guidelines and Recommendations.
Authors:
Combs, Dennis R.1 dennis-combs@utulsa.edu Tiegreen, Joshua Nelson, Amelia
Source:
International Journal of Behavioral Consultation & Therapy. Jan2007, Vol. 3 Issue 1, p30-37. 8p.
Document Type:
Article
Subject Terms:
*COGNITIVE therapy *PARANOIA *DELUSIONS *PSYCHIATRIC treatment *PSYCHOSES *PSYCHOTHERAPY *THERAPEUTICS
Author-Supplied Keywords:
Behavioral Experiments Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Delusions Paranoia Treatment
Abstract:
Recently, there has been a renewed interested in the treatment of psychosis and it is now appears possible to modify specific symptoms of psychosis such as paranoia and delusions using methods derived from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. One specific technique that has received less attention is the use of behavioral experiments. In this paper, we will focus on the treatment of delusions and paranoia using behavioral experiments. To put behavioral experiments in the context of treatment, we will first provide a brief review of cognitive-behavioral treatment of psychosis. This will be followed by a discussion of the different types and goals of behavioral experiments as well as specific recommendations and guidelines for the use of experiments for delusions and paranoia. We will conclude with a case study to illustrate the use of behavioral experiments in treatment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Author Affiliations:
1Department of Psychology, Lorton Hall, Room 308, University of Tulsa, 600 South College Ave., Tulsa, OK 74104
ISSN:
1555-7855
DOI:
10.1037/h0100177
Accession Number:
24910541
