Comprehensive evaluation of the efficacy and patient acceptance of combined antidepressant and cognitive behavioral therapy in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder

Background: To improve treatment outcomes and enhance the prognosis of patients with PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), the efficacy and patient acceptance of antidepressant treatment for PTSD are comprehensively evaluated, and its clinical application value is explored. Methods: A retrospective study is conducted, with 200 patients divided into a medication group and a combination group, with 100 patients in each group. The medication group receives a single antidepressant (primarily a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) for 8 weeks, while the combination group receives the same medication plus a 60-minute weekly trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT). Symptom severity, side effects, and adherence are assessed using standardized clinical interviews and self-rating scales. Correlation analysis and multiple linear regression (MLR) are used to explore the relationships between these indicators. Results: < 0.001). Conclusions: Compared with antidepressant monotherapy, combining antidepressant and CBT treatment significantly alleviates patient symptoms, reduces side effects, and improves treatment adherence and satisfaction. This study provides a new perspective for tailoring treatment plans and improving treatment precision and effectiveness.