Psychoanalytical Theory and Cognitive Behavior Theory
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Journal Review:
An assessment of contemporary studies to Psychoanalytical theory and Cognitive Behavior theory.
Abstract
Psychoanalytical theory and cognitive behavior theory (CBT) are currently two of the most utilized psychotherapeutic modalities in Western psychology. In the current review of literature, the salience of both theories is analyzed through the evaluation of contemporary studies on the two theories. These studies focused on empirical rather than merely theoretical research. Upon evaluating these sources, it becomes clear that both modalities, upon being applied in therapy, offer significant recovery, and results. In comparing the two theories, psychoanalytical theory indicates higher recovery with longer term disorders while cognitive behavior theory is more effective for short-term issues.
Psychoanalytical theory and cognitive behavioral theory are two of the most commonly applied theoretical modalities in therapeutic settings. Psychoanalysis was originally founded on the principles of Sigmund Freud and though some of his basic premises have been rejected by psychological community, the foundation of psychotherapy has remained viable (Shedler, 2010, p. 98). Cognitive behavior theory, for its part, was developed by Aaron Beck in response to Western psychological understandings of the relation between thought, emotion, and action on the principle that changing negative thoughts can alter emotive behavior and action (Jackson, Schmutzer, Wenzel, and Tyler, 2006, p. 506). From the current review of literature, it is clear that both theories remain salient in the treatment of a variety of psychological disorders.
Literature Review Shedler (2010) utilized meta-analysis to empirically test the efficiency of psychoanalysis and, particularly, psychodynamic therapy (p. 100). Meta-analysis is an effective means by which to test the efficacy of a theoretical therapeutic approach because it identifies commonalities
Journal Review:
An assessment of contemporary studies to Psychoanalytical theory and Cognitive Behavior theory.
Abstract
Psychoanalytical theory and cognitive behavior theory (CBT) are currently two of the most utilized psychotherapeutic modalities in Western psychology. In the current review of literature, the salience of both theories is analyzed through the evaluation of contemporary studies on the two theories. These studies focused on empirical rather than merely theoretical research. Upon evaluating these sources, it becomes clear that both modalities, upon being applied in therapy, offer significant recovery, and results. In comparing the two theories, psychoanalytical theory indicates higher recovery with longer term disorders while cognitive behavior theory is more effective for short-term issues.
Psychoanalytical theory and cognitive behavioral theory are two of the most commonly applied theoretical modalities in therapeutic settings. Psychoanalysis was originally founded on the principles of Sigmund Freud and though some of his basic premises have been rejected by psychological community, the foundation of psychotherapy has remained viable (Shedler, 2010, p. 98). Cognitive behavior theory, for its part, was developed by Aaron Beck in response to Western psychological understandings of the relation between thought, emotion, and action on the principle that changing negative thoughts can alter emotive behavior and action (Jackson, Schmutzer, Wenzel, and Tyler, 2006, p. 506). From the current review of literature, it is clear that both theories remain salient in the treatment of a variety of psychological disorders.
Literature Review Shedler (2010) utilized meta-analysis to empirically test the efficiency of psychoanalysis and, particularly, psychodynamic therapy (p. 100). Meta-analysis is an effective means by which to test the efficacy of a theoretical therapeutic approach because it identifies commonalities
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