Third‑Wave Therapies in Psychotic Disorders

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https://doi.org/10.51338/rppsm.319

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Empathy, Mindfulness, Psychotic Disorders/therapy

Abstract

Psychotic disorders are clinical syndromes that are characterized by difficulty in distinguishing internal experience from
external reality, with emergence of delusions, hallucinations and/or psychomotor disorganization. These symptoms are
often distressing experiences for the patient. Although these pathologies have a heterogeneous course, most patients
experience difficulties in psychosocial rehabilitation, with loss of self‑esteem
and quality of life.
Third‑wave
cognitive‑behavioral
therapies, developed in the last thirty years, have been extensively studied, with scientific
evidence proving their effectiveness in the treatment of various pathologies, such as depression, anxiety and chronic
pain. Although interest in the application of these therapies in psychotic disorders has developed more recently, there are
already several studies that demonstrate their usefulness in reducing psychotic symptoms and improving the well‑being
of patients with psychosis.
This review focuses on the contributions of mindfulness based therapies, acceptance and commitment therapy and compassion
focused therapy in the treatment of psychotic disorders.

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Published

2022-05-17

How to Cite

Gomes, M., & Fernandes, N. (2022). Third‑Wave Therapies in Psychotic Disorders. Revista Portuguesa De Psiquiatria E Saúde Mental, 8(2), 58–65. https://doi.org/10.51338/rppsm.319

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Narrative Review