POST-PANDEMIC ANXIETY: THE EFFICACY OF COGNITIVE-BEHAVIORAL THERAPY IN THE COGNITIVE RESTRUCTURING OF YOUNG ADULTS

This article aimed to analyze the effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in cognitive restructuring for young adults experiencing anxiety after the COVID-19 pandemic. A qualitative literature review was carried out, selecting Brazilian studies published between, addressed interventions and outcomes related to cognitive restructuring techniques. The evidence indicated that the application of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy contributed to the reduction of anxiety symptoms, improving indicators of self confidence, perception of internal control and coping ability when facing adverse situations. The results also showed that this approach offers methodological flexibility, being applicable in both face to face and online contexts, with significant benefits for the reorganization of core beliefs and dysfunctional automatic thoughts. It is concluded that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is an effective and feasible strategy for the mental health of young adults in the post pandemic period.