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Do Dialectical Behavior Therapy-Based Interventions Decrease Adolescent Externalizing Symptoms? A Meta-Analysis

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We evaluated evidence as to whether interventions based on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a well-studied intervention designed to reduce destructive behavior by enhancing ability to regulate emotions, may reduce externalizing symptoms among adolescents. Clinical Psychology: Science and Practice. Target Article Jakubovic, R.

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Diversity Spotlight: Sannisha K. Dale, PhD

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Dale , a dual licensed clinical psychologist (MA/FL) and Associate Professor at the Department of Psychology at the University of Miami. Dr. Dale earned her Master’s degree in Human Development and Psychology at the Harvard Graduate School of Education in 2005, and completed her Ph.D.

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Clinicians and Clients Disagree: Implications for Evidence-Based Practice

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This blog piece by Dr. Douglas Samuel from Purdue University discusses a recently published article in the Journal of Abnormal Psychology. . Arguably the greatest accomplishment in mental health over the past few decades has been the increased focus on providing psychological treatment that is supported by empirical research.

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