The Use of Dynamic Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (DCBT) in Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD): A Theoretical Integration Initiative

Abstract

Psychotherapy theorists can often become fervent advocates of the schools they follow and place the doctrines of the theories they adopt above all else. This situation can sometimes turn into a war of theories between researchers as well. However, therapists should not aim to shape therapy sessions according to their methods but to use them in line with clients’ needs. Although it is emphasised that the integration of both psychoanalytic and cognitive behavioural therapy techniques, which is going to be named Dynamic Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (DCBT) in this case report, will provide more effective and permanent treatment, a discernible gap exists regarding the integration of these theories and their use in psychotherapy. Taking into account this gap, it is considered important to use this approach with a client who has a social anxiety disorder (SAD). Therefore, this study aims to describe the almost forgotten DCBT approach step by step through a case report and reveal the effectiveness of this approach. As a result, DCBT seems to be effective in the treatment of SAD.

Mobile phone addiction and insomnia among college students in China during the COVID-19 pandemic: a moderated mediation model

“…Furthermore, given that social anxiety plays a pivotal mediating role between mobile phone addiction and insomnia, parents and teachers should employ practical approaches to assist students in acquiring effective strategies for managing their social anxiety in daily life. This may include engaging in communication dialogues, providing emotional support, and implementing dynamic cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy ( 54 ). Lastly, considering that physical activity has the potential to alleviate the adverse impact of mobile phone addiction on social anxiety, and higher levels of physical activity may be more beneficial in moderating social anxiety.…”