اثر بخشي درمان شناختي -رفتاري بر كمال گرايي ، تاييد طلبي و علايم افسردگي در بيماران مبتلا به اختلال درد

The Efficacy of Cognitive-Behavior Therapy on Perfectionism, Need for Approval, and Depressive Symptoms in Patientsn Afflicted with Pain Disorder

Objectives: Present research based on cognitive- behavior theory aimed to investigate the efficacy of cognitive- behavior therapy (CBT) on perfectionism, need for approval, and affective, cognitive, and physical symptoms of depression in pain disorder patients. Method: Using single case study design, 3 female patients afflicted with pain disorder were assessed on stages at pre-test, mid- test, post-test, and one month later, as follow-up by Dysfunctional Attitudes Scale (perfectionism and need for approval subscales) and Beck Depression Inventory. Findings: CBT was more efficacious in reduction of need for approval, and affective and physical symptoms of depression. Results: The efficacy of cmʹ on perfectionism and need for approval was varied in pain disorder.