Using CBT in group therapy to treat adolescent depression helps an individual with depression by helping to change their negative thinking and behaviors. It will help them to have a better understanding of how to interpret the environment and how they interact in a way that is positive and …show more content…
It uses the power of group dynamics and peer interactions to increase understanding of mental illness and/or improve social skills (ACAA, 2015). There are several different levels of group therapy that may be used. These levels can be changed to fit any adolescent population. For example, the ones that are at risk for social problems, mental illness, individuals without any problems and even those that face long term issues. Group Therapy is set up mainly for educating the members of the group on behavioral and mental health education and to help in prevention and diagnosis.
There are groups focused on problems that are specific and their resolution. Groups concerned with specific problems and their resolution. Groups related to general life adjustments demanding changes in a member’s self-concept, self-management, and life-style. Counseling can also arise indirectly via activities such as work groups, groups involving different crafts, and even simple