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A Brief Behavioral Activation Treatment for Depression: A Randomized Pilot Trial within an Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital

Hopko, Derek R., Lejuez, C. W., Lepage, James P., Hopko, Sandra D., McNeil, Daniel W.·2003·Behavior Modification

Abstract

The brief behavioral activation treatment for depression (BATD) is a relatively uncomplicated, time-efficient, and cost-effective method for treating depression. Because of these features, BATD may represent a practical intervention within managed care-driven, inpatient psychiatric hospitals. Based on basic behavioral theory and empirical evidence supporting activation strategies, we designed a treatment to increase systematically exposure to positive activities and thereby help to alleviate depressive affect. This study represents a pilot study that extends research on this treatment into the context of an inpatient psychiatric unit. Results demonstrate effectiveness and superiority of BATD as compared with the standard supportive treatment provided within the hospital. A large effect size was demonstrated, despite a limited sample size. The authors discuss the limitations of the study and future directions.

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Authors
Hopko, D. R., Lejuez, C. W., Lepage, J. P., Hopko, S. D., & McNeil, D. W.
Affiliations
  • University of Tennessee System (US)
  • University of Maryland, College Park (US)
  • West Virginia University (US)
  • Covenant Behavioral Health
Venue
Behavior Modification
Published
2003-09
Volume
27
Issue
4
Pages
458-469
ISSN
  • 0145-4455 (ISSN-L)
  • 1552-4167
OpenAlex
W2109334837
Cited by
238
References
28
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FWCI
10.01
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
closed
Locations
  • Behavior Modification (publishedVersion)
  • PubMed (publishedVersion)
Topics
  • Social Sciences › Psychology › Experimental and Cognitive Psychology › Anxiety, Depression, Psychometrics, Treatment, Cognitive Processes
  • Social Sciences › Psychology › Clinical Psychology › Psychotherapy Techniques and Applications
  • Social Sciences › Psychology › Clinical Psychology › Psychological Treatments and Assessments
Keywords
behavioral activation, depression, brief psychotherapy, psychiatric inpatient care, managed care, depressive affect, treatment effectiveness
MeSH terms
Adult, Behavior Therapy, Major Depressive Disorder, Female, Hospitals, Psychiatric, Humans, Male, Patient Admission, Pilot Projects, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy, Brief, Social Behavior, Token Economy, Treatment Outcome

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