INFORMATION ABOUT THE MASTER'S PROJECT
1. Student's full name: HA VAN ANH 2. Gender: Female
3. Date of birth: December 24, 2001
4. Place of birth: Hanoi
5. Decision on student admission No. 5626/QD-XHNV dated December 29, 2023, by the Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi.
6. Changes in the training process:
- First extension of the study period: From December 30, 2025 to June 29, 2026
- Second extension of the study period: From June 30, 2026 to December 29, 2026
7. Project Title: Intervention for an Adolescent with Depressive Disorder
8. Specialization: Clinical Psychology, Applied Orientation; 9. Code: 8310402
10. Scientific supervisors: Dr. Nguyen Hanh Lien, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Thu Huong
11. Summary of project results:
This project reviews research on depressive disorders worldwide and in Vietnam, including epidemiological information, studies by gender and age group, risk factors for onset, and symptom manifestation. The project establishes a theoretical framework for adolescent depressive disorders based on concepts of depression, adolescence, adolescent psychophysiological characteristics, causes of depression, and diagnostic criteria for major depressive disorders according to the DSM-5. In addition, the project presents a theoretical framework for intervention using a cognitive-behavioral approach, with a foundational theoretical framework and key techniques of CBT—the therapy chosen by the trainees for clinical case practice.
This project presented the psychological intervention process for an adolescent exhibiting depressive disorder. The intervention results showed that the client experienced a reduction in the level of depressive symptoms related to cognition, emotions, and avoidance behavior. The client also increased participation in social interactions, improved communication skills, and thus enhanced self-confidence. As a result, the client's academic performance improved significantly, sleep quality improved, and physical health was enhanced through regular exercise combined with a reasonable lifestyle. The client understood the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, thereby adjusting their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors more appropriately and adaptively.
12. Practical Applicability: Based on the results obtained from theoretical and practical research in clinical case interventions, the project has provided further evidence of the effectiveness and suitability of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in providing psychological support to individuals exhibiting depressive disorders, especially in adolescents. In addition, the project's shortcomings and recommendations are also addressed to provide practical experience for practitioners to improve the effectiveness of psychotherapy in clinical practice.
13. Future research directions: (if any)
14. Published works related to the project: None
INFORMATION ON MASTER'S PROJECT
1. Full name: HA VAN ANH 2. Sex: Female
3. Date of birth: December 24, 2001 4. Place of birth: Hanoi
5. Admission decision number: 5626/QD - XHNV, dated December 29, 2023, issued by the Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi
6. Academic change:
- Extended study period (1st extension): From December 30, 2025 to June 29, 2026
- Extended study period (2nd extension): From June 30, 2026 to December 29, 2026
7. Official project title: Intervention for an adolescent showing symptoms of depressive disorder.
8. Major: Clinical Psychology (Professional Orientation) 9. Code: 8310402
10. Supervisors: Nguyen Hanh Lien, Ph.D., Associate Professor Tran Thu Huong, Ph.D.
11. Summary of the findings of the project:
This project reviews previous studies on depressive disorders, both globally and in Vietnam, encompassing epidemiological data, gender - and age - specific research, risk factors for onset, and symptomatic manifestations. The theoretical background for adolescent depressive disorder is constructed from the concepts of depression, adolescence, developmental psychophysiological characteristics, the etiology of depression, and diagnostic criteria mainly based on DSM-5. Furthermore, the project outlines a theoretical framework for intervention based on the cognitive-behavioral approach, detailing the foundational theory and core techniques of CBT - the therapy selected by the student for clinical case application.
The project documents the psychological intervention process for an adolescent clinical case presenting with symptoms of depressive disorder. The intervention results indicate a reduction in the client's depressive symptoms related to cognition, emotion, and avoidant behavior. The client also increased participation in communication, improving communication skills and thereby enhancing self-confidence. As a result, the client's academic performance improved markedly, sleep quality issues also improved, and the client's physical health was enhanced through regular exercise combined with a reasonable daily routine. The client understands the relationship among thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, thereby adjusting thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to be more rational and adaptive.
12. Practical Implications / Clinical Utility:
Based on the theoretical and empirical findings from this clinical case study, the project provides further empirical evidence supporting the efficacy and suitability of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in psychotherapeutic interventions for individuals exhibiting depressive symptoms, particularly within the adolescent demographic. , the limitations and recommendations discussed in this project offer valuable clinical insights and practical experiences for practitioners aiming increasingly to optimize psychotherapeutic outcomes in clinical practice.
13. Further research directions, if any: None
14. Project - related publications: None
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