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Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) is a structured, time-limited psychotherapeutic method primarily developed for the treatment of depression, though its application has expanded to various mental health conditions. IPT is grounded in the understanding that psychological symptoms, especially depression, are closely linked to interpersonal relationships and social functioning. Rather than focusing on deep-seated personality traits or unconscious processes, IPT emphasizes the role of current interpersonal problems and aims to improve the patient’s communication skills and relationships. One of the defining characteristics of IPT is its time-limited nature. Typically, IPT is conducted over 12 to 16 weekly sessions. It follows a structured format divided into three phases: initial, middle, and termination. The initial phase (first 1–3 sessions) focuses on diagnosis, education about depression, and identification of a primary _____ ________ _______ ____ __________ _______ ________ ______ __________.
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