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Observing therapist-patient interactions to predict dropout from psychotherapy

Society of Clinical Psychology

Over about the last 50 years, clinical research has proven without a doubt that psychotherapy significantly alleviates the symptoms of a wide range of mental illnesses, for example, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, and addictions (Lutz et al., Capturing therapist-patient interactions. Bennemann, B.,

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Nurse Depression and Anxiety: Stopping the Mental Health Crisis

Relias

According to a recent American Nurses Association survey , 30% of nurses — nearly one-third — said they are “not emotionally healthy” or “not at all emotionally healthy,” with an increasing number of nurses struggling with depression or anxiety. What causes nurse depression and anxiety? Nurses on a break talking and walking together.

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Managing Self-Awareness and Mental Health

My Brains Not Broken

The common thread is that I’ve never been with one therapist long enough to making any long-term changes – until now. After months seeing the same therapist, I’ve been able to notice habits and patterns with how my anxiety/depression affect me and how I live my life.

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Breaking Free: Navigating The Complexities Of Living With A Toxic Family

Blurt It Out

The Effects Of A Toxic Family On Mental Health Living in a toxic family environment can take a toll on our mental health, contributing to various challenges: Anxiety and Stress: Constant criticism and conflict create an atmosphere of fear and tension, leading to heightened anxiety levels.

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News Items – October 27, 2022

Social Workers Speak

Caitlin Canto is a member of NASW-NJ: 3 Signs You Need to Learn Healthier Communication Skills. Most people lack relational communication skills. No one was taught how to communicate effectively, so it makes sense that it’s a struggle. Effective communication requires much more than being able to speak.

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Can You Leave Rehab Before Your Program is Done?

Gateway Foundation

It’s important to keep in mind that most people leave in the middle of their care program due to anxiety and not because they’ve considered the full extent and implications of their decision. If you’re currently in treatment and are considering leaving, discuss your feelings with your counselors and therapists.

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Microaggressions towards LGBT individuals: what about clinical practice?

Society of Clinical Psychology

Microaggressions have been described as “brief and commonplace daily verbal, behavioral, and environmental indignities, whether intentional or unintentional that communicate hostile, derogatory, or negative insults to the target person or group” (Torino et al., 2020; Anzani, Sacchi, Prunas, 2021). avoiding to talk about gender or sexuality).

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