What? Large body of evidence supporting effectiveness
Who? March et al. - CBT compared to antidepressants; CBT81% effective alone and 86% effective with antidepressants
Why? First choice of treatment in NHS
Limitation: Suitability for diverse clients
What? Lack of effectiveness for severe cases/clients with learning disabilities
Who? Severe cases unable to engage + Sturmey - psychotherapynot suitable for those with learning disabilities
Why? Only appropriate for specific people
Counterpoint: Suitability for diverse clients
What? Challenging evidence
Who? Lewis and Lewis - CBT is effective for severe depression + Taylor et al. - when used appropriatelyCBTeffective for those with learning disabilities
Why? May be appropriate for wide range of people
Limitation: Relapse rates
What? High relapse rates
Who? Ali et al. - 53% of CBT clients relapsed into depression out of 439 after a year
