Objective To observe the effect of metacognition intervention technique in relieving depressive symptoms and probe into its intervention method

advantages and disadvantages.Method Experimental research was conducted in each case using the single case multiple baseline design.Results Obvious depressive symptoms were seen in the baseline observation phase.Somatic symptoms

interpersonal relationship and subjective sleep state were significantly improved after metacognition intervention.Score on each dimension of Self-rating Symptom Scale（SCL-90）showed a downward trend.Total scores of Hamilton Depression Scale （HADM）before and after intervention were 52and 10respectively with a score-reducing rate of 75%

and depression symptoms fell away gradually.Conclusion Metacognition intervention technique is an effective means to relieve depressive symptoms.