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Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings

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Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy Targeting Fear of Progression in an Interdisciplinary Care Program: A Case Study in Systemic Sclerosis

Authors: Linda Kwakkenbos, Linda M. Willems, Frank H. J. van den Hoogen, Wim G. J. M. van Lankveld, Hanneke Beenackers, Toon F. van Helmond, Eni S. Becker, Cornelia H. M. van den Ende

Published in: Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings | Issue 4/2014

Abstract

People living with chronic illness often report uncertainty about the future, fear of disease progression, fear of becoming physically disabled, and a reduced life expectancy as important sources of stress. However, little is known about psychological interventions targeting these concerns. The aim of this study is to illustrate an intervention to reduce emotional distress and concerns about the future in a patient with systemic sclerosis (SSc), a rare chronic rheumatic disease with serious consequences for most patients, and to present a preliminary report on its effectiveness using a single-case study design. Because of the complexity of symptoms and complaints due to SSc, the psychological intervention was embedded in an interdisciplinary care program also consisting of physical therapy, occupational therapy, and specialized nurse care.

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Title: Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy Targeting Fear of Progression in an Interdisciplinary Care Program: A Case Study in Systemic Sclerosis
Authors: Linda Kwakkenbos
Linda M. Willems
Frank H. J. van den Hoogen
Wim G. J. M. van Lankveld
Hanneke Beenackers
Toon F. van Helmond
Eni S. Becker
Cornelia H. M. van den Ende
Publication date: 01-12-2014
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings / Issue 4/2014
Print ISSN: 1068-9583
Electronic ISSN: 1573-3572
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10880-014-9414-3

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