TTĐA: Psychological intervention for an adult with symptoms of depression

INFORMATION ABOUT MASTER'S PROJECT

1. Student's full name: NGUYEN THI NHU NGA 2. Gender: Female

3. Date of birth: February 19, 1978

4. Place of birth: Hanoi

5. Student recognition decision No. 4058/2022/QD-XHNV dated December 28, 2022 of the President of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi

6. Changes in the training process:

Extending the study period by 6 months from December 29, 2024 to June 28, 2025 (Decision to extend the study period No. 6934/QD-XHNV dated December 16, 2024 of the President of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi).

7. Project title: "Psychological intervention for an adult with symptoms of depression"

8. Major: Clinical Psychology (applied orientation) 9. Code: 8310402

10. Scientific instructor:

- Associate Professor, Dr. Nguyen Sinh Phuc

- Dr. Nguyen Hanh Lien

11. Summary of project results:

The project presents an overview of depressive disorders in adults, with a focus on adults with a sexual minority orientation. The project presents a thesis to synthesize important studies and epidemiological data on depressive disorders in the world and in Vietnam; at the same time, analyze basic issues related to depressive disorders including the concept, causes, risk factors as well as the impact of depression in adults. The project also describes clinical characteristics and diagnostic criteria according to DSM-5; at the same time, exploit the relationship between depressive disorders and "stress" due to past traumatic or adverse experiences. In addition, the project discusses existing assessment and intervention methods, focusing on the theoretical approach through cognitive behavioral therapy, to help adults overcome depressive disorders and improve their quality of life.

The project presents the process of psychological intervention for an adult with symptoms of depression. The results of the intervention showed that the client had a significant reduction in depressive symptoms, improved mood, enhanced positive self-image and self-confidence, and increased self-esteem. The client was also able to identify personal strengths, develop core personal values, challenge and replace maladaptive beliefs, and practice coping methods in stressful situations. In addition, the client developed the ability to use emotional management skills, enhanced communication and self-expression, thereby reducing the risk of recurrence of depression and other psychological problems in life, and strengthened social skills.

12. Practical application:

Based on the results obtained from the theoretical and practical research process in clinical intervention, the project has provided further evidence on the effectiveness of the cognitive behavioral approach in intervening the symptoms of depressive disorders in adults, especially in the group of adults with sexual minorities and experiencing stress due to past traumatic or adverse experiences. In addition, the limitations of the project are also mentioned with the desire to provide new clinicians with useful lessons, thereby improving the effectiveness of future treatment when applying the cognitive behavioral approach to this group of clients.

13. Further research directions: None

14. Published works related to the project: None

INFORMATION ON PROJECT

1. Full name: NGUYEN THI NHU NGA 2. Sex: female

3. Date of birth: February 19, 1978

4. Place of birth: Hanoi

5. Admission decision number: 4058/2022/QD-XHNV dated December 28, 2022 of the Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi.

6. Changes in academic process:

Extending the study period by 6 months from 12 December 2024 to 28 June 2025 (Decision to extend the study period of graduate students No. 6934/QD-XHNV dated 16 December 2024 of the President of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi).

7. Official project title: “Psychological interventions for a case of an adult with depressive symptoms”

8. Major: Clinical Psychology (Applied Orientation) 9. Code: 8310402

10. Supervisors:

- Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Sinh Phuc

- Ph.D. Nguyen Hanh Lien

11. Summary of the findings of the project:

The proposal presents a comprehensive study on depression disorders in adults, with a focus on the adult group with a minority sexual orientation. The proposal aims to synthesize important research and epidemiological data on depression disorders worldwide and in Vietnam, while also analyzing the fundamental issues related to depression, including concepts, causes, risk factors, and the impact of depression on the adult population. The proposal describes the clinical characteristics and diagnostic criteria according to the DSM-5, as well as explores the relationship between depression and stress due to traumatic or adverse experiences in the past. Additionally, the proposal discusses existing assessment and intervention methods, focusing on the theoretical approach through cognitive behavioral therapy, aimed at supporting adults in overcoming depression disorders and improving their quality of life.

The proposal presents the processus of psychological interventions for an adult with depressive symptoms. The intervention results indicate that the client has significantly reduced her depressive symptoms, improved her mood, enhanced her positive self-image and confidence, and increased her self-esteem. The client has also been able to identify her strengths, establish core personal values, challenge and replace maladaptive beliefs, and practice coping strategies for stressful situations. Moreover, the client has developed the ability to utilize emotional regulation skills, enhance her communication abilities, and express herself, thereby minimizing the risk of depression recurrence as well as other psychological issues in life, while also strengthening her social skills.

12. Practical applicability, if any:

Based on the results obtained from the theoretical and practical research process in clinical intervention, this proposal has provided additional evidence for the effectiveness of the cognitive behavioral approach in intervening in the symptoms of depression disorders in adults, particularly among adults with a minority sexual orientation and those experiencing stress due to traumatic or adverse past experiences. Additionally, the limitations of the proposal are discussed with the aim of providing valuable lessons for novice clinicians, thus enhancing the therapeutic effectiveness in the future when applying the cognitive behavioral approach to this client group.

13. Further research directions, if any: No

14. Project-related publications: No