24. Interpersonal psychotherapy

Question 1

What is it

Answer 1

Interpersonal therapy focuses on the interpersonal relationships of the depressed person.

That depression can be treated by improving the communication patterns and how people relate to others.

Question 2

Techniques involved

Answer 2

• Identification of Emotion
• Expression of Emotion
• Dealing With Emotional Baggage
— Often, people bring unresolved issues from past relationships to their present relationships. By looking at how these past relationships affect their present mood and behavior, they are in a better position to be objective in their present relationships.