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What Is and Is Not a Psychological Treatment?

Society of Clinical Psychology

The Society of Clinical Psychology maintains a list of empirically supported treatments (ESTs), using a set of requirements colloquially referred to as the “Tolin criteria” (Tolin et al., Psychiatric medications, for example, might address psychological problems but are obviously not psychological treatments. in press).

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Tips for decreasing vulnerability to getting depressed, again

Prosper Health Collective

An important part of psychological therapy is relapse prevention. For clients who have (or are) experiencing depression, here are several tips that you may find useful to help maintain your progress and prevent future depressed episodes. Discussing to when to return to or increase frequency of psychological therapy sessions.

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People without jobs or secure housing have worse outcomes when treated for depression

MQ Mental Health

People without jobs or with less secure housing have poorer outcomes when treated for depression with talking therapy or antidepressants, compared to more socially advantaged peers, study finds. They found that after three to four months of treatment, unemployed patients had 28% worse depression symptoms than those who were employed.

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Can You Be a Social Worker with a Psychology Degree Easily?

Social Work Haven

You asked, can you be a social worker with a psychology degree? So, whether you’re considering a psychology program or an MSW program, or if you’re intrigued by the prospect of a bachelor’s degree in social work, join us on this enlightening journey as we uncover the depths of clinical social work and psychology.

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What does Distress Tolerance have to do with Depression? A Review

Society of Clinical Psychology

Surprisingly, distress tolerance has received limited attention in the depression literature, despite negative affect being a hallmark symptom of depression. We found that studies using self-reported distress tolerance nearly unanimously show that low self-reported distress tolerance is associated with higher symptoms of depression.

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

Blurt It Out

However, there are common signs that may indicate the presence of toxicity: Constant Criticism: Instead of offering constructive feedback, family members engage in relentless criticism and belittling. Depression: Feelings of worthlessness and inadequacy can spiral into depression, robbing us of joy and motivation.

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What is Schema Therapy? An overview and what to expect

Lawson Psychology

An overview and what to expect In the realm of psychological interventions, Schema Therapy has as a reputation as a holistic approach that addresses deep-seated emotional patterns and entrenched belief systems. If engaged in Schema Therapy, your psychologist would be able to discuss each of these with you. What on earth is a schema?