Anxiety is a condition that stays with an individual within every situation of their lives. It can feel like a runway train- we are always running behind a thought that is the ‘what ifs’ of our lives. Each situation can feel truly overwhelming. As life progresses, we all search for a way to reduce this anxiety. When it comes to finding a solution through the expert opinion, talking to a good psychiatrist in India can be a great way to approach the issue. As for the treatment insights, there is one that stands out in all aspects- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
CBT has the highest efficacy rate for most mental disorders. So, let’s discover how CBT treats anxiety with some scientific support.
CBT is a short term and a goal oriented therapy plan that focuses on changing the negative thought process to bring about behavioral change. It is based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings and behaviors are all connected to each other and a change in one influences the other.
1. For someone with anxiety, it might be like this: Challenging a thought like- “If this happens then what will I do?”
2. Replacing them with rational thoughts like- “This is uncomfortable but I can take care of it.”
3. Practicing behaviors that stabilise our minds.
A metanalysis published in Cognitive Therapy & Research showed that CBT is highly effective in treating mental health issues like Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder and Social Anxiety Disorder.
Another study published in Lancet Psychiatry showed that CBT is even more effective than Placebo, when provided by a trained expert like any psychiatrist in India with legitimate certifications and experience.
The sessions are quite structured and conducted weekly or as needed. They follow a pattern as shown:
– Identify negative thoughts that spring up automatically
– Challenge irrational beliefs and thoughts
– Practicing coping skills that arm us in real life situations
– Engage in exposure exercises.
CBT is more than a therapy- it is a tool for people to identify where they lack in their beliefs and build strong ones through expert intervention. With Dr. Gorav Gupta, one can find a way to live a fulfilling life that builds on wellbeing with therapies like CBT. Connect with us today to know more about CBT therapy at our mental hospital in Gurgaon.
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