Neuroplasticidade e psicoterapia: estudo das evidências de modificação de circuitos neurais associadas ao tratamento cognitivo comportamental

Abstract

This study sought to explore aspects of neuroplasticity, which refers to the brain's capacity to change plastic structures and establishment of new connections from the stimulus provided by cognitive behavioral psychotherapy. Were analyzed the basic concepts of neuroplasticity, of the cognitive behavioral therapy and were described neuroimaging studies that correlate these two themes. The research was conducted through literature review, by reading, analyzing and interpretation of scientific books and articles. The results are pointing to the existence of neuroplasticity modulating factors, associated with the development strategies of psychotherapy. Further studies are suggested to broaden the understanding of psychopathology and neurobiological factors involved in the origin of psychological disorders, directing the development of new brain research on the effects of psychotherapy.