How to ask about the negative effects of psychotherapy? Systematically and comprehensively, advises a new study.
Psychotherapy is an increasingly sought-after tool for psychological help. Those who place their trust in it expect relief or a desired change. In some cases, however, they may also experience disappointment. In a new study, Tomáš Řiháček from the INPSY/Center for Psychotherapy Research scientific team, together with his co-author from the prestigious Swedish university, Alexander Rozental, focuses on understanding the possible negative experiences in psychotherapy. The authors have compiled the latest studies and meta-analyses and described their findings on measuring these negative effects.
