Cognitive therapy Quote by David D. Burns
““Many research studies, as well as my own clinical experience, have confirmed that severely depressed patients who appear very "biologically" depressed with lots of physical symptoms often respond rapidly to cognitive therapy alone without any drugs.5””
About This Quote
Source Book: Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy, 1980
Severe depression with physical symptoms can improve quickly with cognitive therapy alone.
In simple terms: Cognitive therapy can help severe depression without meds.
Key Takeaway
Consider therapy before medication.
Themes
mental health
therapy
depression
Mood
analytical
concerned
Type
clinical
educational
When to use this quote
- clinical practice
- patient self‑help
- healthcare policy
- research design
Key Concepts
cognitive restructuring
biopsychosocial model
Questions to Reflect On
- What factors predict therapy success?
- When should medication be added?
A Different Perspective
Not all patients respond; therapist skill matters.
