To determine the effect of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in the severity of anxiety and depression in adult patients with familial dysautonomia. Patients will be enrolled in an 8-week CBT program. All CBT sessions will be done either in person at the NYU Dysautonomia Center or over the phone to help accommodate disability and potential physical limitations of our patient population.
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) depression scale
Timeframe: 8 Weeks
Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale
Timeframe: 8 Weeks
State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI)
Timeframe: 8 Weeks