Evaluating the Impact of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on Anxiety, Depression and Stigma Reduction in Patients with Substance UseDisorder: A Pre-Post Analysis Study

Authors

  • Amal Al Ghailani Lecturer of psychology, National University of Sciences and Technology, Oman Author
  • Hassan Mohammed Sonbol lecturer of psychiatry, faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University, Egypt Author
  • Mostafa Abdel-Monem Amr professor of psychiatry, National University of Sciences and Technology, Previously HOD of psychiatry in Mansoura University, Oman Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47363/JMCN/2024(5)190

Keywords:

Depression, Patients

Abstract

This longitudinal study assessed the effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in addressing anxiety, depression, and stigma in patients with substance use disorder. Following a 45-day rehabilitation program and one-and-a-half-month follow-up, significant improvements were observed. Posttherapy, the median depression score decreased significantly (p < 0.001), with a remarkable reduction in very severe depression from 83.7% to 4.1%. Anxiety symptoms also showed a significant decrease (p < 0.001), with a decrease in moderate and severe anxiety from 46.9% and 20.4% to 8.2% respectively. Perceived stigma associated with substance use disorder was significantly reduced (p < 0.001) following therapy. These findings support the efficacy of CBT in reducing depression, anxiety, and perceived stigma, emphasizing its potential benefits in comprehensive treatment plans. Further research is needed to validate these results and investigate long-term effects.

Author Biographies

  • Amal Al Ghailani, Lecturer of psychology, National University of Sciences and Technology, Oman

    Amal Al Ghailani, Lecturer of psychology, National University of Sciences and Technology, Oman.

  • Hassan Mohammed Sonbol, lecturer of psychiatry, faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University, Egypt

    Amal Al Ghailani, Lecturer of psychology, National University of Sciences and Technology, Oman.

  • Mostafa Abdel-Monem Amr, professor of psychiatry, National University of Sciences and Technology, Previously HOD of psychiatry in Mansoura University, Oman

    Amal Al Ghailani, Lecturer of psychology, National University of Sciences and Technology, Oman.

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Published

2024-04-15

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 4 (2024): Volume 5 Issue 4

Section

Articles