Category: Science of Psychotherapy
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February 9th, 2012 |
One of the primary risk factors for schizophrenia is a family history of the illness. Having a relative with schizophrenia increases one’s risk for other mental health problems as well. However, dissecting the exact genetic relationship between schizotypal personality disorder and other mental health risk factors is convoluted because most psychological illnesses are heritable. To better understand what co-occurring and varying genetic factors exist in individuals with a family history of schizotypal personality disorder,... Read More
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February 8th, 2012 |
Abstinence self-efficacy (ASE) is one’s ability to abstain from alcohol or drug use and is a strong indicator of how an individual will respond to treatment. Although there are many factors that influence ASE, symptoms of major depressive disorder (MDD) are thought to be among the strongest factors that can impair one’s recovery. Existing research examining this relationship has focused on adults in general. But Brenna L. Greenfield of the Department of Psychology and Center on Alcoholism, Substance Abuse and Addictions at... Read More
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February 7th, 2012 |
The development of psychosis is often the result of a traumatic childhood event. Sexual abuse is one factor that has been shown to increase the likelihood of psychosis. Emerging research is suggesting that cannabis use is another factor that significantly increases the risk for psychotic symptoms. However, there is little research devoted to examining how early sexual trauma and cannabis use influence each other and an individual’s risk for psychosis later in life. J. E. Houston of the Division of Psychology at Nottingham... Read More
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February 7th, 2012 |
Sibling rivalry is a term that is casually used when describing the unharmonious relationship between siblings. When an only child is about to become a big brother or sister, parents are often concerned about sibling rivalry and, in particular, how their child will react when they are no longer the only child. Most children, nearly 80% in the United States, have at least one brother or sister. This transition to siblinghood (TTS) is seen by some experts as one of the most traumatic events a child experiences. Mothers and fathers... Read More
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February 6th, 2012 |
Postpartum depression and anxiety can severely impact the relationship between a mother and her child. Long after the symptoms have waned, the child can still struggle with the psychological impact of the experience. Some studies have examined how specific postnatal maternal mental health problems, such as anxiety, depression, and eating issues, can affect a child’s psychological well-being. But very little research has examined how a mother’s thought patterns, specifically worry and rumination, two behaviors common... Read More
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February 6th, 2012 |
Reductions in white brain matter have been linked to cognitive impairments. Decreased white matter is one symptom of schizophrenia and has also been found in people who are at risk for psychosis. This same symptom has also been discovered in individuals with long-term cannabis use. However, little research has examined whether or not extensive cannabis use increases the risk for psychotic symptoms, or if schizophrenic individuals who use cannabis... Read More
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February 4th, 2012 |
One of the primary symptoms of schizophrenia is severely impaired cognitive functioning. Prior to the onset of the illness, during a stage referred to as the prodrome, cognitive abilities, including sensory information processing abilities, can begin to deteriorate. During the prodrome, individuals often exhibit behaviors that differ significantly from their normal behaviors and responses. One domain that is affected in clients with schizophrenia is auditory and visual processing. However, little attention has been... Read More
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February 3rd, 2012 |
Children with learning difficulties require special attention from caregivers and teachers. Understanding the particular needs of these children is imperative to ensure that they achieve academic and social success. Memory and language are two separate elements of cognitive developmentthat influence the overall well-being of a child. Research has shown that deficits in these two domains can overlap, creating an even more complicated framework... Read More
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February 3rd, 2012 |
Emotionally focused couples therapy (EFT) is an emotional approach used to help couples address problems within their relationships. Clinicians who deliver this type of therapy undergo intense training to be able to effectively use all of the components of the treatment in a productive way that maximizes treatment outcome. EFT training strives to increase a therapist’s ability to process emotions and identify and address attachment styles, and it enhances self-compassion. However, most clinicians report that their own personal... Read More
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February 3rd, 2012 |
According to a new study led by A.C. Burnett of the Department of Psychology at the University of Melbourne in Australia, children born prematurely and with low birth weights (LBW) are three-and-a-half times more likely to develop mental health problems such as depression and anxiety than normal birth weight (NBW) children. Children born prematurely are already at increased risk for physical health problems, learning disabilities, and other cognitive challenges. Some research has provided evidence that children who are born prematurely... Read More
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February 2nd, 2012 |
National statistics for the prevalence of adult depression vary but suggest that at least 15% of all adult Americans have had at least one depressive episode in their lives. Depression can be a severely debilitating illness that results in decreased physical health, impaired functioning, lost productivity, and overall negative well-being and quality of life. There are many different treatments for depression including therapy, diet, exercise, and medication. Vitamins, specifically folate and B12, are commonly used in conjunction... Read More
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February 1st, 2012 |
Experimentation is a common behavior during adolescence. Young adulthood is a time when individuals begin exploring new relationships, activities, and even substances. Drug use among young adults is not uncommon. However, adolescents who continue to abuse drugs and alcohol are more likely to engage in risky sexual activity, aggression, and unlawful behaviors. There are many factors that have been shown to increase the likelihood of substance abuse during this time, including anxiety, depression, childhood trauma or abuse and family... Read More
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January 31st, 2012 |
One risk factor for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is something known as neurological soft signs (NSS). These minor disturbances in brain functioning have been shown to be present in people with OCD more often than in people without OCD. Some studies have isolated NSS and discovered that individuals with OCD and NSS have impaired reflexes and motor coordination, as well as more severe symptoms of the disorder. Other risk factors that have been suggested are decreased intelligence, temperament, childhood trauma, and emotional functioning.... Read More
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January 30th, 2012 |
One method for measuring reactivity to stress is to assess the level of autonomic nervous system (ANS) functioning. In a recent study, Lisa M. Diamond of the Department of Psychology at the University of Utah used skin conductance (SCL) to measure ANS among 110 children 14 years old. The purpose of her experiment was to determine if teens’ reactions to stress were influenced by their own predisposition or by their environments. Specifically, Diamond wanted to find... Read More
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