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Shyness and social phobia: a social work perspective on a problem in living
- Author:
- WALSH Joseph
- Journal article citation:
- Health and Social Work, 27(2), May 2002, pp.137-144.
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
The author argues that social phobia can be conceptualized from a social work perspective as an extreme shyness that can be overcome with cognitive learning and behavioural therapy. Reviews the biopsychosocial causes of social phobia and presents a summary of cognitive and behavioural interventions withe empirically demonstrated effectiveness.
Torrential tears: the relationship between memory development, early trauma, and dysfunctional behaviour
- Author:
- INBINDER Francine C.
- Journal article citation:
- Clinical Social Work Journal, 30(4), Winter 2002, pp.343-357.
- Publisher:
- Springer
- Place of publication:
- New York
The purpose of this article is to illustrate how findings in memory research can significantly inform our understanding of dysfunctional behaviour. It demonstrates that specific forms of memory, which are expressed through procedures or behaviors, reveal through their presentation information of diagnostic significance. From a neuropsychosocial perspective, this article suggests that the time at which early trauma intersects with the development of memory structures, systems and functions can be significant to the motivation of dysfunctional behaviour.
Implementing psychological treatment for symptoms of psychosis in an area mental health service: the response of patients, therapists and managers
- Authors:
- FARHALL John, COTTON Sue
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Mental Health, 11(5), October 2002, pp.511-522.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- London
The effectiveness and acceptance of a cognitive based therapy for psychosis intervention that focused on coping enhancement for voices and delusions, was studied in routine practice in an ordinary mental health service. However cognitive based therapy was not seen as a high service priority and psychologists were generally allocated little additional therapy time. These findings raise issues about the dissemination of innovation into routine practice including management of change and the need to investigate the efficacy of more limited implementation of treatment packages.
The voice of reason
- Author:
- JAMES Adam
- Journal article citation:
- Nursing Times, 15.10.02, 2002, pp.26-27.
- Publisher:
- Nursing Times
Looks at the use of cognitive behaviour therapy in the treatment of people with psychosis.
Psychosocial interventions for adults with intellectual disabilities and mental health problems: A review
- Author:
- HATTON Chris
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Mental Health, 11(4), August 2002, pp.357-373.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- London
This article briefly reviews existing evidence concerning psychosocial interventions for adults with intellectual disabilities and mental health problems. Research evidence concerning the epidemiology of mental health problems in adults with intellectual disabilities is discussed, focusing on issues in the reliable and valid identification of mental health problems in this user group and the results of prevalence studies. Current evidence concerning the use and effectiveness of psychosocial interventions for people with intellectual disabilities and mental health problems is then outlined. Particular attention is paid to cognitive-behavioural interventions. Finally, issues concerned with adapting psychosocial interventions for people with intellectual disabilities and mental health problems are discussed.
Emotional dysregulation: the key to a treatment approach for violent mentally ill individuals
- Authors:
- NEWHILL Christina E., MULVEY Edward P.
- Journal article citation:
- Clinical Social Work Journal, 30(2), Summer 2002, pp.157-171.
- Publisher:
- Springer
- Place of publication:
- New York
Prior research has suggested that psychopathy, substance abuse, and the presence of a personality disorder increase an individual's risk for violence toward others. Substantial clinical literature has established emotional dysregulation as a risk marker for violence toward self. It is hypothesized that emotional dysregulation may be an important component in a constellation of risk markers for violence toward others and may interact with psychopathy and substance abuse in individuals with personality disorders to enhance risk for violence. If these hypothesized relationships exist, it suggests that the development of an intervention approach which directly targets these factors may hold promise. A potential intervention approach based on dialectical behavioral therapy, with case illustrations, is provided.
Clinical social work practice: a cognitive-integrative perspective
- Author:
- BERLIN Sharon
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- Publication year:
- 2002
- Pagination:
- 419p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- New York
This text presents a cognitive perspective on social work clinical practice that emphasises the role of the environment in shaping personal meaning. This perspective combines cognitive psychology's internal focus on how people think about themselves with a look outward toward the environment. It draws on a number of theoretical approaches to explain how the mind works and integrates these perspectives within a framework that suggests that people operate according to their sense of what things mean. The theoretical grounding for this cognitive-integrative approach is drawn from a range of neurological, social, psychological, and social work theories.
Human behavior in the social environment: interweaving the inner and outer worlds
- Author:
- URDANG Esther
- Publisher:
- Haworth Social Work Practice Press
- Publication year:
- 2002
- Pagination:
- 642p.,bibliogs.
- Place of publication:
- Binghamton, NY
This book emphasises the biopsychosocial framework with a developmental perspective. It discusses ego functions, defenses, psychoanalytic theory, object relations, attachment theory, self-psychology, constructivism, and cognitive-behavioural theories. Topic discussed include: the diversity of forms of families; patterns of internal organization and communication within families; illness and disabilities; and mental health problems.
Psychological therapies with older people: developing treatments for effective practice
- Editor:
- HEPPLE Jason
- Publisher:
- Brunner-Routledge
- Publication year:
- 2002
- Pagination:
- 190p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Hove
Describes the therapies most likely to be useful in a mental health service for older people, and considers the implications for service provision. Therapies include: interpersonal therapy; cognitive behavioural therapy; pychodynamic and systemic therapy; and cognitive analytical therapy.
Is this how I’ll be for the rest of my life?: the human experience of obsessive-compulsive disorder
- Author:
- SHIELD Margaret
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work in Mental Health, 1(1), 2002, pp.85-98.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder affecting 2% to 3% of populations throughout the world. This article provides an overview of symptoms (obsessional thoughts and compulsive behaviours) and current treatment options (medication and cognitive-behaviour therapy). A case study involving data obtained from an OCD sufferer and her mother is presented. Analysis of the data within the context of past literature highlights the economic and emotional costs of OCD which include years of psychiatric treatment, therapy, and medication, loss of productivity due to long-term unemployment, and individual and family stress.