David D. Burns

David D. Burns

David D. Burns

David D. Burns is an American psychiatrist and adjunct professor emeritus in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Stanford University School of Medicine. He is best known for his work in the development of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), particularly in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders.

Early Life and Education

David D. Burns was born in 1942. He completed his undergraduate studies at Amherst College and went on to earn his medical degree from the Stanford University School of Medicine. During his residency at the University of Pennsylvania, he worked with Dr. Aaron T. Beck, the founder of cognitive therapy.

Career

Burns has held various academic and clinical positions throughout his career. He has been a pioneer in the field of cognitive therapy, contributing significantly to its development and popularization. His work has focused on the treatment of mood disorders, particularly depression and anxiety.

Contributions to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Burns is renowned for his development of the "Feeling Good" series of books, which have been instrumental in bringing cognitive therapy to a wider audience. His book "Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy" is considered a classic in the field and has been recommended by many therapists to their patients.

Burns developed the "Burns Depression Checklist" and the "Burns Anxiety Inventory", which are tools used to assess the severity of depression and anxiety symptoms, respectively.

Publications

David D. Burns has authored numerous books and articles on cognitive therapy and mental health. Some of his most notable works include:

• "Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy"
• "The Feeling Good Handbook"
• "When Panic Attacks"

Teaching and Influence

Burns has been a prominent figure in the education of mental health professionals. He has conducted workshops and seminars worldwide, teaching the principles of cognitive therapy and its application in clinical practice.

Related Pages

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Depression (mood)
• Anxiety disorder
• Aaron T. Beck