CBT Frontline Action for Long-Term Conditions and Palliative Care

Apply CBT techniques to emotional challenges of long-term illness

CBT Frontline Action for Long-Term Conditions and Palliative Care is a guide to the sensitive application of CBT to promote psychological well-being in people with life-changing physical illnesses such as cancer, diabetes, heart problems and multiple sclerosis. The book introduces information on mindfulness techniques, and especially the potential for Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) as part of a CBT First Aid approach.

This new edition has been extensively updated with advances in technique and evidence, now with coverage to palliative care and new material specifically on CBT and the dying patient. Chapter-by-chapter exercises have been moved to a dedicated workbook.

In CBT Frontline Action for Long-Term Conditions and Palliative Care, readers will find:

• A thorough introduction to the cognitive behavioural approach and its relevance to people with life-changing and long-term illness
• An exploration of the evidence base for CBT, as well as communication skills in health care and the cognitive behavioural communication style
• A practical discussion of guiding discovery using the Socratic Method, navigating assessment and formulation, prioritizing attention and setting goals
• A concise treatment of the methods of behaviour change and cognitive change

CBT Frontline Action for Long-Term Conditions and Palliative Care is an excellent resource for mental health professionals seeking to reach patients with new techniques, as well as physical health care professionals who wish to combine CBT knowledge with their medical expertise in their daily work.