Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Leo A Russell"
- Leo A Russell's research primarily focuses on the application of intensive short-term dynamic psychotherapy (ISTDP) as a treatment option for psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES), exploring its effects on healthcare costs, emotional wellbeing, and somatic symptoms.
- In a pilot study published in 2016, Russell evaluated the financial implications of ISTDP by analyzing changes in healthcare utilization and costs over a three-year period among 28 patients undergoing this treatment.
- The findings suggest that ISTDP may lead to a significant reduction in healthcare costs, indicating its potential as an effective therapeutic intervention for patients with PNES while also addressing their emotional and somatic challenges.