Behavioural activation is a therapeutic intervention that aims to help individuals overcome depression by encouraging them to engage in activities that promote pleasure and mastery. The approach is ...

In a study of 1117 perinatal adults receiving behavioral activation therapy, the odds of endorsing suicide ideation decreased by 25% with each treatment session and by 80% at 3 months ...

Does CBT really outperform other treatments for depression in primary care settings? A recent systematic review suggests ...

In a recent article published in JAMA Network Open, researchers compared the efficacy of antidepressant medication management (MEDS) against behavioral activation psychotherapy (BA) among inpatients ...

“Behavioral activation” is a therapeutic intervention that involves scheduling or incorporating pleasant activities into daily life. It is effective for treating depression as a stand-alone treatment.