📘 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Aiza is grounded in CBT, a widely recognized and evidence-based approach to managing mental health challenges. Below are key studies that shaped this framework:
- Beck, A. T. (1997). The Past and Future of Cognitive Therapy. Journal of Psychotherapy Practice and Research.
- Hofmann, S. G., Asnaani, A., Vonk, I. J., Sawyer, A. T., & Fang, A. (2012). The Efficacy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: A Review of Meta-analyses. Cognitive Therapy and Research
🤖 AI and Mental Health
Aiza uses AI-powered algorithms to provide tailored mental health support. Learn more about the intersection of AI and therapy:
- Miner, A. S., et al. (2016). Smartphone-based Conversational Agents and Responses to Questions About Mental Health, Interpersonal Violence, and Physical Health. JAMA Internal Medicine.
🌍 Cultural Relevance
Aiza is uniquely designed to cater to Pakistan’s and overall South Asian cultural and emotional needs. Here’s how CBT has been adapted for diverse cultural contexts:
- F. Naeem, I. Sarhandi, M. Gul, M. Khalid, M. Aslam, A. Anbrin, S. Saeed, M. Noor, G. Fatima, F. Minhas, N. Hussain, & M. Ayub (2014). A multicentre randomised controlled trial of a Carer supervised Culturally adapted CBT (CaCBT) based Self Help for depression in Pakistan. Journal of Affective Disorders, 156, 224-227.
- Naeem F, Phiri P, Munshi T, Rathod S, Ayub M, Gobbi M, et al. Using cognitive behaviour therapy with South Asian Muslims: Findings from the culturally sensitive CBT project. Int Rev Psychiatry Abingdon Engl. 2015;27(3):233–46.
