Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an empirically supported intervention for depression and is increasingly being delivered in primary care. Research shows that it is the most recommended as a first-line treatment for Major Depression Disorder. This study examines the associated benefits and risks of Cognitive Behavioural for patients with depression. Developed on the existing studies, the research questions are; i) what are the benefits of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for patients with depression ii) What are the risks related to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for patients with depression? In this context, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is defined as a psychological intervention that involves adjusting the dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and thoughts by cross-examining a patient and uprooting negativity. The analysis of the findings indicates that the intervention benefits include quick results compared to other interventions. It is also engaging for both the patient and therapist. Results further indicate that it is highly effective as it emphasizes recognizing, understanding, and changing the thinking and behavioral patterns. It can be used in different formats, including groups. The results also show that the intervention is associated with risks, including its dependence on the patient's commitment as it may be hard to achieve. Besides, it involves the confrontation of emotions and anxieties. The treatment also fails to address the underlying mental problems such as childhood experience. Conclusions: Results show that Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is effective for depression symptoms. It is also associated with many benefits which make it imperative for use in the patients. The benefits exceed the risks to show that the intervention should be used in primary care for patients with depression.
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