Entries by Daphne Hanson

Utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy

Outline an integrated or eclectic approach utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Include how your new treatment system builds on the strengths of existing approaches, and an underlying theory of human behavior and development.

Psychotherapy integration

The term psychotherapy integration encompasses a philosophical, conceptual, and clinical orientation to the study and practice of psychotherapy. There are four modes of psychotherapy integration, technical eclecticism, common-factors approach, theoretical integration, and assimilative integration. Using technical eclecticism and common-factors approaches to integration, what are the advantages and disadvantages of using both models to combine a […]

The benefits and risks of engaging in social media

The benefits and risks of engaging in social media with regard to establishing and maintaining relationships of various kinds, such as family relationships across generations, online dating, long-distance friendships, and professional relationships. Explain the psychology behind social media use, the types of behaviors people commonly exhibit, and the online and offline implications of these actions. Be […]

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive, Behavioral, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy  What are two (2) major differences among the three modalities? Also, please research and discuss a disorder (e.g., substance use disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, etc.) from a CBT perspective and share at least two (2) CBT techniques you’d use to treat the disorder: Please respond to a colleague […]

Mental health diagnoses and considerations

We are discussing mental health diagnoses and considerations. One of the factors discussed is the impact of biology, read the article below discussing biological factors related to commonly seen mental health symptoms and share your thoughts. How might a lack of knowledge of familial history impact diagnosis?

Understanding the causes of psychological disorders

Explain each of the three aspects of the biopsychosocial approach to understanding the causes of psychological disorders. How might this model explain the causes of depression in an individual? What treatments might be recommended for depression that addresses each of the three aspects of the biopsychosocial approach?

The causes of psychological distress

Should abnormal psychology continue its focus on identifying the causes of psychological distress, classifying different symptoms, and seeking effective treatment to reduce these symptoms, or should the field focus on improving knowledge of what goes right in happy people and trying to improve these techniques in the general population? If you were to start a […]

The importance of web-based social networking for Mezzo policy advocacy

The purpose of this assignment is to better understand the importance of web-based social networking for Mezzo policy advocacy. It helps to acquire important skills to utilize different social media platforms for the purpose of policy advocacy. Social networking focuses on building connections between people who have similar interests using a variety of networks that […]

The different aspects of confidentiality

How do you feel being aware of the different aspects of confidentiality (i.e. moral, ethical, and legal requirements) will impact you during your work within the human services field?  Is there any component related to confidentiality you feel is more relevant in your work and/or you need more information on in order to avoid any […]