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An investigation into the efficacy of a cognitive behavioural therapy group for low self-esteem in a primary care setting

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  28 September 2018

Sarah Beattie  and
David Beattie
Sarah Beattie
Affiliation:
Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust
David Beattie
Affiliation:
Solent NHS Trust
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Abstract

Self-esteem refers to how an individual appraises themselves and is associated with good mental health. A number of studies have identified the efficacy of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) in the treatment of low self-esteem based on the formulation and treatment trajectory developed by Fennell (1999). However, there has been little empirical enquiry into the efficacy of the programme delivered in primary care. The current study investigated the effectiveness of a CBT programme for low self-esteem delivered within primary care. Fifty-four participants attended a 9-week ‘Boost Your Mood’ group programme. Paired sample t-tests were conducted on pre- and post-group scores on measures of depression, anxiety and self-esteem. Results indicated that there were statistically significant improvements in levels of depression, anxiety and self-esteem post-treatment. Findings are consistent with the suggestion that group CBT may be effective at increasing levels of self-esteem and reducing levels of depression and anxiety when delivered in a primary care setting.

Keywords

self-esteemcognitive behavioural therapydepressionanxietyprimary care
Type
Original Research
Information
the Cognitive Behaviour Therapist , Volume 11 , 2018 , e12
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Copyright © British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies 2018 

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