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A cognitive-behavioural, group-based intervention for social anxiety in schizophrenia
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A cognitive-behavioural, group-based intervention for social anxiety in schizophrenia

S. Halperin, P. Nathan, P.D. Drummond and D. Castle
Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry, Vol.34(5), pp.809-813
2000
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Abstract

Objective: The objective of this study was to investigate the efficacy of group-based cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) for social anxiety in schizophrenia. Method: Patients with schizophrenia (20) with comorbid social anxiety were randomly assigned to the group-based CBT or wait-list control condition. Pre-, post- and 6-week follow-up ratings included measures of social anxiety and avoidance, mood and quality of life. Results: The intervention group improved on all outcome measures and the control group showed no change in symptomatology. Conclusions: Group-based CBT is effective in treating social anxiety in schizophrenia.

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