Interpersonal psychotherapy
Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Interpersonal psychotherapy (pronunciation: in-ter-per-so-nal psy-cho-ther-a-py) is a time-limited, focused, evidence-based approach to treat mood disorders. The main goal of interpersonal psychotherapy is to improve the quality of a patient's interpersonal relationships and social functioning to help reduce their distress.
Etymology
The term "interpersonal" originates from the Latin inter meaning "between" and persona meaning "person". The term "psychotherapy" is derived from the Ancient Greek words psyche meaning "breath; spirit; soul" and therapeia meaning "healing; medical treatment".
History
Interpersonal psychotherapy was developed in the 1970s by Gerald L. Klerman and Myrna M. Weissman for major depression. It was based on the theories of Harry Stack Sullivan and Adolf Meyer, who believed that interpersonal relationships and social roles are significant factors in mental disorders.
Method
Interpersonal psychotherapy focuses on the interpersonal relationships of the depressed person. The idea of interpersonal psychotherapy is that improving the communication patterns and how people relate to others may help reduce their depression.
The therapy typically lasts for 12 to 16 weeks, and the focus is on the present rather than the past. The therapist helps the patient identify their interpersonal issues, which are believed to be directly related to their depression.
Related Terms
- Major Depression: A mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life.
- Psychotherapy: The use of psychological methods, particularly when based on regular personal interaction, to help a person change behavior and overcome problems in desired ways.
- Social Functioning: The ability of an individual to perform their social roles within their own self, their immediate social environment, and the society at large.
- Interpersonal Relationships: The strong, deep, or close association or acquaintance between two or more people that may range in duration from brief to enduring.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Interpersonal psychotherapy
- Wikipedia's article - Interpersonal psychotherapy
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