Researchers are developing training methods in which people can learn to solve problems effectively and positively thereby leading to generalized and durable behavior changes. Here, readers will find a nice balance of theory and research in social problem solving and well as practical methods and training approaches
In Forgiveness, Drs. Robert D. Enright and Richard P. Fitzgibbons discuss and demonstrate their forgiveness-centered approach to psychotherapy. Forgiveness is the process of uncovering and letting go of anger at someone who has caused the client pain. This can be the path to healing in many situations, as anger is frequently at the core of a ......
Presents selected scenes of distinguished psychologists facing therapist-client boundary issues. The seven vignettes on this video are designed to stimulate discussion of preferred responses to ethically ambiguous situations. Designed for clinical training, this video is appropriate for workshops or individual study for the professional ......
In Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Clients, Dr. Ruperto M. Perez demonstrates and discusses his approach to working with lesbian, gay, or bisexual individuals. Therapy and counselling with this population is similar in many ways to working with members of the heterosexual population, except that the therapist must keep in mind issues of homophobia, the ......
This work is designed to help mental health graduate students and professionals understand and interpret the MCMI-III. It discusses the design, development and operating characteristics of the inventory, along with the basics of personality theory.
In Teenage Girls, Dr. Karen Zager demonstrates her approach to therapy with adolescent girls. Teenage girls are a complex population difficult to pigeonhole; however, one general fact is that this group usually does not feel that adults listen to them. Dr. Zager therefore recommends listening as the key to working with teenage girls. Therapists ......
110 Experiences for Multicultural Learning combines simulations, exercises, and structured role-playing activities that have been used in psychology classrooms and counselling training programs. These experiences will successfully demonstrate the relevance of cultural diversity in psychological topics and bring multicultural learning to life.
The Interface of Social Science, Public Policy and Medical Ethics
In this title, Barry Rosenfeld examines how social science can inform policy and practice issues in the ongoing debates on end-of-life issues. This thoughtful, and balanced volume reviews and synthesizes what research has uncovered thus far, and provides context on the major legal, ethical, clinical, and psychological research issues involved.
Discusses and demonstrates the structure of a typical cognitive behavioral therapy session. This work covers components of a session, the theoretical rationale and empirical support behind the structure of the session, and a demonstration with a client. It features titles that show the steps followed in the therapy session.
