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One Hour AT A Time

Mary Woods

  • Beyond Treatment As Usual For Major Mental Illness

Beyond Treatment As Usual For Major Mental Illness

Monday 27th July 2015

Learn how Cognitive Enhancement Therapy (CET) boosts brain function and social skills for those with mental health challenges on 'One Hour AT A Time'.
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One Hour AT A Time
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Mary Woods
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Cognitive Enhancement Therapy: A New Frontier in Mental Health Recovery

So what we're trying to do in CET is really to improve brain functioning. It's going beyond treatment, as usual. We really want to try and get people to think faster, better, more abstractly, right.
What if there was a way to boost brain function and improve social skills without medication? In this episode of 'One Hour AT A Time', host Mary Woods invites Mr. Gonzalez to discuss Cognitive Enhancement Therapy (CET). CET is a cutting-edge approach recognized by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) for its effectiveness in treating schizophrenia and other cognitive disabilities.
The therapy aims to enhance processing speed, attention, memory, and problem-solving abilities, as well as social cognition—skills crucial for interpersonal interactions. Mr. Gonzalez shares his transformative journey with CET, detailing how it helped him turn personal limitations into strengths. He talks about the program's structure, which includes various projects designed to boost confidence and cognitive skills.
The conversation also touches on the financial aspects of CET programs and their potential to reduce hospitalization days, making them a sustainable option for long-term recovery. Adding another layer to the discussion, Stuart, a coach at a CET program in Louisville, shares his experiences working with individuals with co-occurring disorders. He emphasizes the hard work involved but also highlights the rewarding outcomes, such as improved family relationships and better societal engagement.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in innovative, evidence-based treatments for mental health and addiction recovery. It offers a compassionate look at how CET can help individuals not just cope but thrive, providing valuable insights into this promising therapy.