Archive for July, 2009
The Good Therapy Blog
July 31st, 2009 |
A GoodTherapy.org News Update
GoodTherapy.org was born out of the desire to reduce harm to consumers of therapy. The more training, consultation, and personal work therapists do, the less likely clients will suffer an abuse of power or a boundary crossing. Although there are many healthy and conscious therapists providing safe and ethical psychotherapy services, there unfortunately remains a large number of therapists who unknowingly... Read More
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July 31st, 2009 |
A GoodTherapy.org News Summary
In the medical professions, making an exact diagnosis can sometimes be a difficult task. But a team of researchers from the University of Leicester has recently stumbled upon a remarkable fact: general practice doctors mis-diagnose cases of depression more frequently than they correctly identify it in their patients. While feelings of depression traditionally present a challenge for health professionals in terms of diagnosis,... Read More
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July 30th, 2009 |
A GoodTherapy.org News Summary
It's generally agreed among most teachers, coaches, mentors, therapist and related mental health professionals that the benefits and results of positive reinforcement are far more effective than punishment. However, there are clearly some influential circles of professionals who continue to advocate for the use of punishment in the behavior modification of children or adults. Recently, a study produced in... Read More
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July 30th, 2009 |
A GoodTherapy.org News Summary
A short period, such as a few days or weeks, without a natural amount of sunlight and exposure can produce a gloomy mood in many people, and some may experience especially low thoughts and feelings during the winter months. But while feeling a little blue when the weather won't clear up may be common, losing a fair amount of cognitive ability during such periods may seem far-fetched. A... Read More
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July 29th, 2009 |
A GoodTherapy.org News Summary
The consequences, both physical and mental, of domestic violence and related abuse can be debilitating for many people, and the addition of substance abuse problems can make it an incredible challenge to extricate oneself from a harmful situation and seek help. Still more challenging is the ability to organize a group dedicated to discussing these issues and... Read More
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July 29th, 2009 |
A GoodTherapy.org News Update
First aid training is a great way to add something extra to a resume, prepare for potentially dangerous situations, and to enable a greater opportunity to be of service to others, and many people have decided to participate in training workshops for these benefits. But mental health first aid is a less popular prospect, in part owing to the relative novelty of the idea. Recently, a charity organization in Wales has developed a specialized course for businesspeople... Read More
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July 28th, 2009 |
A GoodTherapy.org News Summary
While the majority of people who report symptoms associated with post traumatic stress disorder confront challenging and sometimes life-threatening difficulties requiring extensive therapy and other treatments, there is a growing concern over the ability of others to claim such symptoms in... Read More
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July 28th, 2009 |
A GoodTherapy.org News Update
Though an increasing number of people are approaching psychotherapy as an enlightening way to learn more about themselves and their environment, others work with therapy for specific concerns or events, and in the case of children and teens, this later situation is often the case. Coming forward to a therapist about having been abused is a large and mature step for a young person, note the... Read More
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July 27th, 2009 |
A GoodTherapy.org News Summary
There are many industries devoted to helping people reduce stress surrounding certain events and in the course of day to day life, and with good reason; too much stress can have significantly adverse effects on mental and physical health. But a new study performed at the University of Buffalo with the use of laboratory mice has shown that some instances of stress can actually be beneficial for memory and performance. Aiming... Read More
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July 27th, 2009 |
A GoodTherapy.org News Summary
The rates of anti-depression and related pharmaceuticals is on the rise, as psychotherapists strive to reach clients with deep and meaningful change many, especially those in the medical establishment, choose to treat issues solely with medications. Recently, a research... Read More
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July 27th, 2009 |
A GoodTherapy.org News Update
A recent exploration in the New York Times covers the standing of the on-screen psychotherapist, a classic role that seems to have been deteriorating for quite a while, despite a surge of interest in and use of therapeutic services. From illustrious beginnings depicting therapists as highly educated and insightful characters to modern representations that seem to delight in tearing down the credibility... Read More
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July 26th, 2009 |
While not everybody subscribes to the idea that aromatherapy is all it's cracked up to be, a study recently performed in Japan has revealed that fragrances can indeed result in lower levels of stress. Working with laboratory mice, the research team tested the efficacy of linalool, a fragrant substance prized for its associations with calming and relaxation, with the result that exposed mice exhibited a normal, relaxed state in contrast to the control... Read More
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July 25th, 2009 |
A GoodTherapy.org News Update
It has been said in a number of mediums –though most of them haven't been too exactly academic-- that you can smell another person's fear. Though the idea that we can sense when other people is afraid is not at all a new concept and has a firm foundation in cognitive science and the study of human relationships, it is not very commonly held that fear can actually,... Read More
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July 24th, 2009 |
A GoodTherapy.org News Update
It's commonly prescribed that when we fail to understand someone, we ought to try “walking a mile in their shoes.” In many situations, we tend to mentally mimic the thought processes, choices, and actions of others, either in a positive or a negative light. We might think ourselves through the determination needed to start an exercise program, or we might fixate on the thoughts that must have been present when someone did something that we didn't especially appreciate. But while the practice of putting on another's shoes may help us gain insight, it can also... Read More
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