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Publication Date: 2006-Nov
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Modifying Exposure-Based CBT for Cambodian Refugees with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Otto, Michael W.; Hinton, Devon E.
Cognitive and Behavioral Practice, v13 n4 p261-270 Nov 2006
Cambodian refugees represent a severely traumatized population living in the United States. In this paper, we describe the modification of a cognitive-behavior therapy program to facilitate delivery of an exposure-based treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder while addressing some of the challenges brought by differences in language and culture between providers and patients. Our treatment modifications include the use of metaphors and culturally relevant examples to aid the communication of core concepts by interpreters, an emphasis on teaching the "process" of exposure therapy rather than relying on specific exposure practice in the group setting, a focus on interoceptive exposure to allow more effective group practice and to address culturally specific symptom interpretations, attention to the way in which treatment procedures interacted with culturally specific beliefs, and efforts to integrate treatment services within the community. Although data are limited, results to date suggest that this modified treatment was acceptable to patients and offered benefits on the order of large effect sizes.
Descriptors: Cambodians, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Behavior Modification, Patients, Effect Size, Therapy, Refugees, Cognitive Restructuring, Cultural Differences, Figurative Language, Translation, Symptoms (Individual Disorders), Cultural Traits, Beliefs
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Audience: Counselors
Language: English
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