Table 1.
Content and structure of 10 CBCS-HCV group modules.
| Module | Specific Elements of Each Module |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Relaxation Training | Review and Application of Previous Skills | Training in New Topic and Skills | |
| 1 | Progressive Muscle Relaxation | Introductions, Group Expectations | Intro & Overview, Positive Lifestyle Changes |
| 2 | Diaphragmatic Breathing | Positive Lifestyle Changes | Stress Awareness & Appraisal Lifestyle Changes |
| 3 | Autogenic Training | Stress & Appraisal, Lifestyle Changes | Negative Automatic Thoughts, Cognitive Distortions |
| 4 | Healing Wellness Imagery | Negative Automatic Thoughts, Cognitive Distortions | Cognitive Restructuring |
| 5 | Light Imagery | Cognitive Restructuring | Coping with Stress & Symptoms |
| 6 | Passive PMR | Coping with Stress & Symptoms | Cognitive-Behavioral Skills for Depression, Behavioral Activation, Pleasurable Activities |
| 7 | Immune System Guided Imagery | Cognitive-Behavioral Skills for Depression, Behavioral Activation, Pleasurable Activities | Activity-Rest Cycles, Sleep Hygiene |
| 8 | Self-Forgiveness Script | Activity-Rest Cycles, Sleep Hygiene | Anger Prevention/Management, Interpersonal Effectiveness |
| 9 | Mindfulness | Anger Prevention/Management, Interpersonal Effectiveness | Assertive Communication, Interpersonal Effectiveness |
| 10 | Group Choice | Assertive Communication, Interpersonal Effectiveness | Review of CBCS-HCV Program, Maintenance of Positive Changes |