What is it about?
This chapter describes the underlying principles of the therapy and how it would work in a case example. DBT is primarily a treatment for behaviours such as suicide attempts, self-harming, substance misuse, offending behaviour, and eating problems. The overarching goal, however, is to help people attain 'A Life Worth Living'.
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Why is it important?
This chapter is useful for anyone who wants to understand the distinguishing features of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. DBT is a program of care rather than the usual one-hour session with a sole practitioner. It involves a group component for the therapist as well as for the client.
Perspectives
I think there are many misconceptions about DBT which can easily be dispelled by reading this chapter. I hope people will get a flavour of this therapy, and see how it can help people who are high in emotional pain.
Dr Christine Dunkley
Bangor University
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Therapy, SAGE Publications,
DOI: 10.4135/9781473918061.n12.
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