Dialectical Behavior Therapy Research

Overview

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a type of psychotherapy that combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with the philosophical concept of dialectics to help individuals better manage their emotions. DBT is especially effective in treating individuals with suicidal behaviors, self-harm, impulsive behaviors, and difficulty regulating emotions. Research has shown that DBT can help individuals reduce their suicidal ideation, reduce self-harm, improve their communication skills, improve interpersonal relationships, and increase their overall quality of life. DBT is also increasingly being used to treat other psychological issues such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse, posttraumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, and bipolar disorder. DBT can be considered a powerful tool to help individuals gain control over their emotions and behavior, leading to greater psychological well-being.

Research published in this journal

2 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 2 articles above have been cited 1 time in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

• Philosophical Foundations, Key Concepts, and Clinical Implications of Existential Psychotherapy
  2026 · European Journal of Education and Counselling

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