Cognitive analytic therapy: A bibliometric review

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (S1) ◽  
pp. s233-s233
Author(s):  
E. Gimeno ◽  
C. Chiclana

IntroductionCognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) has emerged as an integrative new approach with promising results in the treatment of personality-disordered patients, particularly in borderline personality disorder. Although this approach has already demonstrated its effectiveness in adults, increasingly studies try to validate it in young population, which has meant a turning point in research.Aim and objectivesThe goal of this study is to know the whole production about CAT in a double way:–articles that describes the main theoretical concepts underlying CAT theory;–articles with evidence supporting its effectiveness in different mental disorders.MethodsA bibliometric review of 397 scientific articles extracted from research databases including Dialnet, EBSCO, PUBMED, Unika and Scholar Google was conducted.ResultsThe results indicate an exponential growth in published studies on CAT, from first publications in the late 1960s, particularly strong in the last two decades and reaching its peak in 2008. Total research includes 247 literature reviews, 109 clinical studies, 47 case studies, 17 letters and comments from authors, 4 studies on diagnostic tests and 1 meta-analysis. Most research has focused on borderline personality disorder or other personality disorders (35% and 12% respectively) and eating disorders (11%). Studies have been conducted with adults (49%) the same as children and adolescents (46%) whereas only the 4% has been developed for elderly population.ConclusionsCognitive analytic therapy represents a well-documented psychotherapy with a proven efficacy in a wide range of clinical contexts.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.

2017 ◽  
Vol 41 (S1) ◽  
pp. S47-S47
Author(s):  
B. Völlm ◽  
J. Stoffers-Winterling ◽  
J. Mattivi ◽  
E. Simonson ◽  
O.J. Storebø ◽  
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BackgroundDespite the relatively weak evidence base, individuals with borderline personality disorder are often treated with pharmacological interventions. Amongst the drugs, which have shown most promise, are mood stabilizers, which were one of the two drug classes with the most beneficial effects in a previous cochrane review though the robustness of findings was described as low (Stoffers et al., 2010). Here we present data on the latest evidence for mood stabilizers based on an updated cochrane review currently underway.MethodsA systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials was conducted. All randomized comparisons of drug vs. placebo, drug vs. drug, or drug vs. a combination of drugs in adult BPD patients were eligible for inclusion. Outcomes comprised BPD core pathology as depicted by DSM criteria, associated pathology, i.e., depression and anxiety, general measures of overall psychopathology severity, tolerability, and adverse effects. Two researchers selected trials, assessed quality and extracted data independently.ResultsOnly a limited number of additional trials using mood stabilizers was identified since the publication of the last cochrane review, mainly utilizing Sodium Valproate. This added to the evidence base for mood stabilizers though the overall evidence remains very limited.ConclusionMood stabilizers show some initial evidence for their effectiveness in borderline personality disorder. However, these have to be replicated before wider conclusions can be drawn for clinical practice.Disclosure of interestThe authors declare that they have no competing interest.


1997 ◽  
Vol 170 (1) ◽  
pp. 82-87 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anthony Ryle

BackgroundThe theory of cognitive analytic therapy is extended to offer an understanding of borderline personality disorder (BPD).MethodA structural model (the multiple self states model) and a classification of different levels of developmental damage are proposed.ResultsThe model offers an explanation of the phenomenology of BPD.ConclusionsThe multiple self states model provides insights that will be useful for clinicians involved in the psychotherapy and management of BPD patients.


2019 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 324-339
Author(s):  
Sanaz Einy ◽  
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Mohammad Narimani‎ ◽  
Fariba Sadeghi Movahhed‎3 ◽  
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...  

Aims Mentalization-Based Therapy (MBT) and Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) are psychotherapy approaches offering specific methods for the treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Therefore, this study compared the effectiveness of MBT and CAT on improving the ego strength and defense mechanisms in people with BPD. Methods & Materials This was a quasi-experimental study with a pretest-posttest and a control group design and follow-up stage. In total, 40 men with BPD were selected by purposive sampling technique. The samples were selected from males admitted to Isar psychiatric Hospital and the psychiatric department of Fatemi Hospital in Ardabil City, Iran, in 2018. The samples were randomly assigned into two experimental groups and one control group. The first experimental group received 20 sessions of MBT, and the second experimental group received 16 sessions of CAT. To collect data, we used psychological inventory ego strength and defense styles questionnaire. The obtained data were analyzed using mixed model Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and Scheffe posthoc test. Findings The collected results suggested that both interventions were effective in improving the ego strength and defense mechanisms of people with BPD (P<0.001). However, the effect of MBT on the overall score of the ego strength and the immature defenses was higher than that of the other intervention (P<0.05). Moreover, there was no significant difference in neurotic defense between the two interventions (P>0.05). Conclusion The present research results can support the use of these therapies as part of a non-pharmaceutical treatment program in different treatment centers or psychiatric hospitals.


2017 ◽  
Vol 41 (S1) ◽  
pp. S46-S46
Author(s):  
O.J. Storebø ◽  
J. Stoffers-Winterling ◽  
J. Mattivi ◽  
B. Völlm ◽  
M.L. Kielsholm ◽  
...  

IntroductionBorderline personality disorder (BPD) is a common and disabling personality disorder associated with difficulties in controlling emotions and impulses, self-injury, feelings of emptiness and abandonment. It is associated with problems in many areas of life, most notably relationships. Psychotherapy is the first-line treatment for people with borderline personality disorder widely used; however, the evidence is not thoroughly investigated. In addition, several specific short-term interventions have been developed during the last decades.ObjectivesWe are currently updating this cochrane collaboration review on psychological interventions for BPD. First findings on the up-to-date evidence relating to short-term psychological interventions will be presented.MethodsWe conducted a cochrane systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs). Any randomized comparisons of psychological interventions versus unspecific control interventions, waitlist or specific psychotherapeutic interventions in adult BPD patients were eligible. Primary outcomes were BPD core pathology as depicted by DSM criteria. Secondary outcomes included depression, anxiety, general psychopathology, dropouts and adverse events. Two independent researchers selected trials, assessed quality and extracted data independently.ResultsThe current evidence of short-term psychological interventions in general and the different types of interventions for which RCT evidence is currently available will be evaluated.Disclosure of interestThe authors declare that they have no competing interest.


2008 ◽  
Vol 193 (6) ◽  
pp. 477-484 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andrew M. Chanen ◽  
Henry J. Jackson ◽  
Louise K. McCutcheon ◽  
Martina Jovev ◽  
Paul Dudgeon ◽  
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BackgroundNo accepted intervention exists for borderline personality disorder presenting in adolescence.AimsTo compare the effectiveness of up to 24 sessions of cognitive analytic therapy (CAT) or manualised good clinical care (GCC) in addition to a comprehensive service model of care.MethodIn a randomised controlled trial, CAT and GCC were compared in out-patients aged 15–18 years who fulfilled two to nine of the DSM–IV criteria for borderline personality disorder. We predicted that, compared with the GCC group, the CAT group would show greater reductions in psychopathology and parasuicidal behaviour and greater improvement in global functioning over 24 months.ResultsEighty-six patients were randomised and 78 (CAT n=41; GCC n=37) provided follow-up data. There was no significant difference between the outcomes of the treatment groups at 24 months on the pre-chosen measures but there was some evidence that patients allocated to CAT improved more rapidly. No adverse effect was shown with either treatment.ConclusionsBoth CAT and GCC are effective in reducing externalising psychopathology in teenagers with sub-syndromal or full-syndrome bipolar personality disorder. Larger studies are required to determine the specific value of CAT in this population.


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