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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., Journal of clinical psychology , 63 (6), 585-592.

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Why Is It So Hard To Ask For Help When Facing Psychological Distress?

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One interesting question raised by the host JF Lacasse was: why is it so hard, especially for men, to talk about their psychological and emotional challenges, and ask for help? Why would men hide their psychological challenges more than women? Doctors are more likely to diagnose depression in women compared with men.

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Can prisoners with mental health problems benefit from psychological therapy? Yes, but health and justice need to be closer friends.

Society of Clinical Psychology

correspondents with a new article in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology titled, “Outcomes of Psychological Therapies for Prisoners with Mental Health Problems: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Nevertheless, there is evidence that psychological treatments can run well in prisons.

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Psychotherapy research in the 21st century

Society of Clinical Psychology

Depressive disorders specifically account for a considerable amount of that disability, partly due to their high prevalence (Patel et al., Other prospective epidemiological studies show high rates of depression and other forms of internalizing distress when assessed over the life course (Lorenzo-Luaces, 2015). 2021; Cuijpers et al.,

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Addressing Access in Ethnoracially Diverse Populations: Lessons from a University-Based Community Mental Health Center

Society of Clinical Psychology

Systemic racism in the economy, the healthcare system, and the field of clinical psychology perpetuates the disparities in access, retention, and effectiveness of mental health services. The FSU Psychology Clinic is a training clinic staffed by doctoral students and housed within the university’s clinical psychology PhD program.

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How To Stop Panic Attacks? 13 Effective Ways To Regain Control

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These medications, such as Lexapro or other SSRIs, are often used to treat depression and anxiety disorders alongside cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). It is important to recognize that panic attacks can manifest in a variety of psychiatric and medical disorders, adding to the complexity of understanding and managing this condition.

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How To Stop Panic Attacks? 13 Effective Ways To Regain Control

Blurt It Out

These medications, such as Lexapro or other SSRIs, are often used to treat depression and anxiety disorders alongside cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). It is important to recognize that panic attacks can manifest in a variety of psychiatric and medical disorders, adding to the complexity of understanding and managing this condition.

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