Abstract

Objectives: Present research based on cognitive- behavior theory aimed to investigate the efficacy of cognitive- behavior therapy (CBT) on perfectionism, need for approval, and affective, cognitive, and physical symptoms of depression in pain disorder patients.

Method: Using single case study design, 3 female patients afflicted with pain disorder were asse-ssed on stages at pre-test, mid- test, post-test, and one month later, as follow-up by Dysfunctional Attitudes Scale (perfectionism and need for approval subscales) and Beck Depression Inventory.

Findings: CBT was more efficacious in reduction of need for approval, and affective and physical symptoms of depression.

Results: The efficacy of CBT on perfectionism and need for approval was varied in pain disorder.