COPD education and cognitive behavioral therapy group treatment for clinically significant symptoms of depression and anxiety in COPD patients: a randomized controlled trial

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Authors

Mark E. Kunik · Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center

Connie Veazey · Northwestern State University

J. A. Cully · Mental Illness Research, Education and Clinical Centers

Julianne Souchek · Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center

David P. Graham · Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center

Derek R. Hopko · University of Tennessee at Knoxville

R. Carter

Abstract

CBT group treatment and COPD education can achieve sustainable improvements in QoL for COPD patients experiencing moderate-to-severe symptoms of depression or anxiety.

Topics & Keywords

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Research Health, psychology, and well-being Chronic Disease Management Strategies

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Quality Education

Publication Details

Published in: Psychological Medicine

Volume 38, Issue 3, pp. 385-396

DOI: 10.1017/s0033291707001687

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