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The commentary aims to explore how reconceptualizing exposure therapy as a transtheoretical approach can enhance treatment practices for PTSD.

Exposure reconceptualized as transtheoretical approach: Commentary on Rubenstein et al. (2024).

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Commentary highlights the need to reconceptualize exposure therapy in PTSD treatment, suggesting improvements in efficacy and engagement.

The commentary aims to explore how reconceptualizing exposure therapy as a transtheoretical approach can enhance treatment practices for PTSD.
Analyzes Rubenstein et al.'s historical perspective on exposure therapy.
Suggests integrating diverse theoretical traditions for better treatment outcomes.
Reviews meta-analytic results regarding dropout rates in trauma-focused treatments.
Reconceptualization may improve provider uptake and reduce patient dropout rates.
Identifies missed opportunities in current practices for processing trauma-specific cognitions.
Reinforces the value of approach-based treatments as frontline options against dropout issues.

Keith S. Cox (2026) studied this question.

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