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Diversity Spotlight: Jessica R. LoPresti, PhD

Society of Clinical Psychology

Dr. LoPresti received training at the Women’s Stress Disorders Treatment Team at VA Boston Healthcare Systems during her pre-doctoral internship and engaged in the Women’s Health Fellowship as a part of the Women’s Health Sciences Division at the National Center for PTSD. It was a great honor and pleasure to interview her.

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Art of Diagnosis – In-person

University of Connecticut

There is a wealth of knowledge about each disorder, but there is a lack of training on what questions to ask a client in order to properly develop a thorough and accurate diagnosis. This seminar teaches how to differentially diagnose using specific questions and provides decision trees that clinicians can use in clinical sessions.

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Is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Effective as a Standalone Treatment for Substance Use Disorders? An Evaluation Using the Tolin Criteria

Society of Clinical Psychology

To answer the question “Is cognitive-behavioral therapy effective as a standalone treatment for substance use disorder?”, In other words, how do we know if a given psychosocial treatment is effective for a given mental disorder? Why is it important to identify effective treatments for substance use disorder?

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Social work leaders must take action to embed anti-racist practice, conference told

Community Care

Despite the symptoms of racial trauma mirroring many of those found in post-traumatic stress disorder, Thomas explained that there were some organisations that did not recognise it as a form of trauma. What have exit interviews been telling you about those that have left?” How diverse are your recruitment panels and conferences?

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What is Schema Therapy? An overview and what to expect

Lawson Psychology

Numerous studies have demonstrated its efficacy in treating challenges such as chronic depression, personality disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, trauma, and substance-use issues. Here’s a glimpse into what the therapeutic process might entail. Copyright © 2024 Lawson Clinical Psychology. All Rights Reserved.

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MQ announces its biggest ever investment in new research

MQ Mental Health

The 2023 Fellows went through a rigorous interview and vetting process, including having their applications reviewed by a diverse panel of global experts, including people with lived experience of mental illness. Moritz will be aiming to understand why people with eating disorders are at greater risk of suicide.

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Comparing psychotherapies for gay and bisexual men’s mental health

Society of Clinical Psychology

gay, bisexual) men’s health, finding that: Sexual minority men experience higher rates of depression, anxiety, substance use disorders , and HIV acquisition than heterosexual men. transgender and gender diverse people, sexual minority men in other countries)? Psychological science has advanced knowledge on sexual minority (e.g.,