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Cognitive–behavioral factors in tinnitus-related insomnia

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Access article published by Frontiers in Psychology. Findings suggest that tinnitus-related insomnia may be maintained by cognitive–behavioral processes similar to those found in insomnia disorder. Such processes are more important than tinnitus severity when understanding sleep disturbance. People with tinnitus-related insomnia may benefit from treatments such as cognitive–behavioral therapy for insomnia. Continue reading … Disclaimer: …

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Patients’ experiences of being “ghosted” by their psychotherapists.

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Access article published by Psychotherapy (APA journal). Psychotherapy, Vol 59(4), Dec 2022, 545-553; doi:10.1037/pst0000454 Psychotherapist ghosting is a type of inappropriate, therapist-initiated termination of treatment in which the therapist ceases communication with their patient without prior notice. A total of 77 patients (M age = 34) who reported being ghosted by their therapist completed a …

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Talking about climate change and eco-anxiety in psychotherapy: A qualitative analysis of patients’ experiences.

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Access article published by Psychotherapy (APA journal). Psychotherapy, Vol 59(4), Dec 2022, 606-615; doi:10.1037/pst0000449 Citizens’ worries about climate change are often realistic and legitimate. Simultaneously, these worries can also become a source of distress so severe as to impair everyday functioning and prompt someone to seek psychotherapy. These emergent phenomena are often referred to as …

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Disaggregating between- and within-patient effects of ruptures and resolutions on the therapeutic alliance and symptom severity.

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Access article published by Psychotherapy (APA journal). Psychotherapy, Vol 59(4), Dec 2022, 567-571; doi:10.1037/pst0000457 The therapeutic alliance is considered a robust predictor of psychotherapy outcome. Ruptures and resolutions in the alliance have been the focus of recent alliance literature. Most previous studies investigated their between-patient effects. We used hierarchical linear models to disaggregate the between- …

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CBT and IPT – A Comparison

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CBT and IPT – A Comparison Christian Jonathan Haverkampf 17th July 2022 Contents Introduction. 0 How They Work. 2 The Therapist-Patient Relationship. 5 Therapy Phases. 6 Applications. 6 Effectiveness. 7 Effect duration. 9 Conclusion. 11 References. 14   Introduction Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), combining principles from cognitive and behavioural psychology, and interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT), are …

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The Impact of Childhood Trauma on Adult Mental Health

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The Impact of Childhood Trauma on Adult Mental Health Christian Jonathan Haverkampf 8th November 2022 Contents Introduction. 0 The Trauma. 2 Trauma Type. 2 Dose-Response Relationship and Repeated Trauma. 4 Health Issues. 5 Mental Health Impairment. 5 Social Functioning. 5 Depression, Anxiety, Psychosis, and Suicide. 6 Physical Illness. 7 Mechanisms. 8 Psychosocial Functioning. 9 Brain …

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Communication and Connectedness against Depression and Anxiety

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  Communication and Connectedness against Depression and Anxiety Christian Jonathan Haverkampf Abstract—Connectedness with others is an important criterion for mental health. While understanding the underlying content and dynamics is essential, connectedness with others can help reduce anxiety and depression. In addition, external connectedness requires internal connectedness. Index Terms—connectedness, communication, depression, anxiety, treatment, psychotherapy, psychiatry I.     …

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Anxiety Treatment

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  Anxiety Treatment Christian Jonathan Haverkampf Abstract—Anxiety is a highly treatable condition. However, it impairs the life of many. Treatment approaches, such as CBT may lead to quick improvements, which, however, may often not be sustainable. A more insight and communication-focused approach may lead to longer-lasting results. Communication-Focused Therapy® has been developed to that end. …

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