The Role Of Major Depressive Disorder ( Hiv ) - 1539 Words

Client Goal In persons living with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), depression is the most common mood disorder (Safren et al., 2012). Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is one of the most common mental disorders, with a lifetime prevalence of 15.8% (Mor Haran, 2009). Overman and Anderson (2001) explained certain HIV/AIDS patients are at greater risk for developing depression, such as those with substance abuse. James, a 16 year old male was prenatally infected with HIV and has been receiving care at the Pediatric Immunology Clinic since birth. For several months, James has presented symptoms of major depression regarding his medical condition. James’ depression is an important factor in his current family and social issues. To cope†¦show more content†¦Mor and Haran (2009) explain cognitive behavioral therapy is another antidepressant treatment. CBT has been validated by numerous controlled trials for people with depression (Mor Haran, 2009). The therapist chose CBT partic ularly due to the intervention being able to help clients identify irrational, negative thoughts associated with depression (Markowitz et al., 1998). In addition, Kumara and Kumar (2016) suggest that CBT is a popular psychotherapeutic approach which aims to alleviate distress by modifying cognitive content and process, realigning thinking with reality. Not only does CBT include cognitive techniques but it incorporates behavioral components as well (Kumara Kumar, 2016). Research related to CBT suggests it has a positive impact on adolescent students and it has helped to reduce the symptoms of depression (Kumara Kumar, 2016). The goal of CBT therapeutic approach assist adolescents in facilitating insight; this allows adolescents to be able to control their thought, feelings and actions (Kumara Kumar, 2016). In addition, adolescents who are having depression could experience feelings of emptiness, anxiety, loneliness, helplessness, guilt, loss of confidence and self-esteem and changes in sleeping and eating habits. In addition to these they often act out. That is, they always try to cover their depression by acting angry, aggressive, running away or becoming delinquent (Kumara Kumar, 2016). According to Kumara and Kumar (2016), CBT