Jonathan Haverkampf

Communication-Focused Therapy® (CFT) for Psychosis

Leave a Comment / communication, communication-focused therapy (CFT), psychiatry, psychosis, psychotherapy /

Communication-Focused Therapy (CFT) for Psychosis Dr. Christian Jonathan Haverkampf, M.D. Communication-Focused Therapy (CFT) is a psychotherapy developed by the author, which can be applied to several mental health conditions, including psychosis. Meaningful communication is at the heart of understanding psychosis. When a patient can no longer distinguish whether the information comes from the inside or […]

Communication-Focused Therapy® (CFT) for Psychosis Read More »

Connectedness (3)

Leave a Comment / communication, connectedness, psychiatry, psychotherapy /

Connectedness Christian Jonathan Haverkampf, M.D. Connecting with others and others in a meaningful way is a requirement for happiness and success in life. Many mental health issues are the result of disconnectedness. Connectedness requires engaging with oneself and the world and being open to meaningful messages from others. In this sense, connectedness serves as a

Connectedness (3) Read More »

Depression (5)

Leave a Comment / depression, psychiatry, psychotherapy /

Depression Christian Jonathan Haverkampf, M.D. Depression is one of the most common medical conditions, which can interfere significantly with a person’s quality of life, relationships and ability to work. Several effective treatments are available, including psychotherapy and medication. This article contains a brief overview of both areas, while focusing on psychotherapy, particularly Communication-Focused Therapy® (CFT),

Depression (5) Read More »

Depression

Leave a Comment / antidepressants, Communication-Focused Therapy (CFT), communication-focused therapy (CFT), depression, medication, psychiatry, psychotherapy, treatment /

Depression Christian Jonathan Haverkampf, M.D. Depression is one of the most common medical conditions, which can interfere significantly with a person’s quality of life, relationships and ability to work. Several effective treatments are available, including psychotherapy and medication. This article contains a brief overview of both areas, while focusing on psychotherapy, particularly Communication-Focused Therapy® (CFT),

Depression Read More »

Social Media versus In-Person Support against Depression, Anxiety, and Social Isolation

Leave a Comment / News /

Studies have demonstrated that social support can protect against poor mental health. However, the investigators in this study found that problematic social media use was significantly associated with decreased real-life social support and increased social support on social media. Real-life social support was associated with reduced depression, anxiety, and social isolation, while social support on

Social Media versus In-Person Support against Depression, Anxiety, and Social Isolation Read More »