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A remote cognitive behavioural therapy approach to treating hoarding disorder in an older adult
the Cognitive Behaviour Therapist Vol 15 2022, ArtID e21 ; 15, 2022.
Article in English | APA PsycInfo | ID: covidwho-1960165
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Hoarding disorder (HD) is characterised by excessive acquisition and distress associated with discarding objects, resulting in significant clutter. At present, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) represents the strongest evidence base for treating HD, although some limitations exist. Little research has examined the effectiveness of remote-CBT interventions for HD in older adults. This case study focuses on Mary, an older female adult presenting with clinically significant hoarding behaviours which severely impact her daily functioning and quality of life. Assessment and intervention followed a structured CBT approach. Despite the complicating factor of COVID-19, Mary responded well to a remote-CBT intervention, with progress indicators suggesting modest improvements in personal, social and occupational functioning. These findings support the use of remote-CBT for HD in both reducing frequency and intensity of hoarding behaviours and improving wellbeing. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2022 APA, all rights reserved)
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Full text: Available Collection: Databases of international organizations Database: APA PsycInfo Language: English Journal: The Cognitive Behaviour Therapist Vol 15 2022, ArtID e21 Year: 2022 Document Type: Article

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Full text: Available Collection: Databases of international organizations Database: APA PsycInfo Language: English Journal: The Cognitive Behaviour Therapist Vol 15 2022, ArtID e21 Year: 2022 Document Type: Article