Authors’ rationale and evidence

A brief summary of authors’ rationale and evidence base for using CBT in groups w/ this diagnosis.

1. Tell how can clinical problems such as mood disorders, anxiety and or personality disorders impact group dynamics? Explore barriers these problems pose to the group as well as ways that group dynamics can provide a therapeutic setting for patients/clients with these diagnoses. How would your chosen population impact group dynamics?
2. What you consider authors’ best or most useful points in this chapter.
3. Your own thoughts on pros and cons of CBT group therapy w/ clients w/ this disorder.
4. As a NP, how might you maximize the benefits of group therapy for your chosen population?
5. Include additional thoughts and perspectives you gained from an article you found. Include reference citation for article you found.