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Behavioral Intervention For Eating And Exercise Challenges In Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Kristen G. Gibson
Behavioral Intervention For Eating And Exercise Challenges In Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Kristen G. Gibson
Psychology Doctoral Specialization Projects
Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopmental disability characterized by deficits in social-emotional reciprocity, deficits in nonverbal communicative behaviors relied on for social interactions, deficits in developing, maintaining, and understanding relationships, as well as restricted and repetitive patterns of interest and behavior, and sensitivity to certain sensory inputs. Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder are at an increased risk for multiple medical health concerns when compared to typically developing individuals, including overweight and obesity. Childhood obesity is a significant public health concern in the U.S. While many efforts have been made to prevent childhood obesity, few have been designed to align with …
Utilizing Attachment Theory In The Treatment Of Interpersonal Dysfunction For Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Meghan Semenick
Utilizing Attachment Theory In The Treatment Of Interpersonal Dysfunction For Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Meghan Semenick
Psychology Doctoral Specialization Projects
Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) can be characterized as a pervasive pattern of grandiosity, need for admiration, and lack of empathy beginning by early adulthood and present in a variety of contexts (APA, 2013). A core feature within NPD is interpersonal dysfunction, which in an extreme form, can be physically, emotionally, and sexually abusive. The etiology of this disorder is rooted in the type of parenting received during childhood, which develops into an individual’s overall attachment style. For this reason, I propose that by identifying adult attachment styles for individuals with NPD, appropriate attachment-based interventions can be selected to treat interpersonal …
Affirming Care: A Cultural Assimilator For Rural Clinicians Working With Lgbtqia+ Populations, Craig B. Creech
Affirming Care: A Cultural Assimilator For Rural Clinicians Working With Lgbtqia+ Populations, Craig B. Creech
Psychology Doctoral Specialization Projects
Although the juggernaut of progress continues to provide minority groups, including members of the LGBTQIA+ population, opportunities to achieve equal representation and protection under the law, numerous challenges remain. Significant prejudicial and discriminatory actions, fortified by heterosexism and heteronormativity, not only threaten this community’s continued advancement, but also poses an existential threat to the physical, emotional, psychological, and social well-being of its members. Therefore, it is imperative that psychological clinicians receive adequate academic and practical skills-based training to thoroughly understand and respond to the unique obstacles faced by LGBTQIA+ clients. This goal, while laudable, is made even more difficult for …
Burnout And How Self-Care And Self-Compassion Can Help, Tiffany D. Joseph
Burnout And How Self-Care And Self-Compassion Can Help, Tiffany D. Joseph
Psychology Doctoral Specialization Projects
Burnout poses a significant issue for every individual who works, but especially for those in the helping profession. There has been a wide variety of research focused on examining the effects of burnout, commonly misused similar concepts, and ethical concerns. Further, there is extensive literature that tells of the importance of self-care and self-compassion in the maintenance of an individual’s mental health. However, there are not many programs that teach one how to engage in effective self-care and self-compassion. This paper reviews the literature that shows how burnout can affect an individual, while also providing overviews on the differences between …
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy: Implications For Treating Trauma, Kara L. Harrison Psy.D.
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy: Implications For Treating Trauma, Kara L. Harrison Psy.D.
Psychology Doctoral Specialization Projects
Trauma related symptoms and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) have been increasingly recognized for the key roles they occupy in mental health and overall individual well-being within both adult and childhood populations. They often represent significant barriers to the provision of mental healthcare within military populations and individuals diagnosed with serious mental illness (SMI). This original contribution to practice explores the significance of Equine Assisted Psychotherapy as a novel adjunctive approach to treating trauma. symptoms in adults and children. An extensive literature review examines current research and discussion on common definitions and nomenclature. It begins with discussion on the broader areas …
Recovery In Ten: An Inclusive Model Of Recovery For Rising Generations, Sydney Alexandra Camargo
Recovery In Ten: An Inclusive Model Of Recovery For Rising Generations, Sydney Alexandra Camargo
Psychology Doctoral Specialization Projects
For decades, the 12-step model has been the go-to for substance use treatment. Programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous have given individuals in recovery the space to recover and reclaim their lives. However, research has shown this recovery to be directly influenced by the individual’s religion and his or her reliance on a higher power. For those who subscribe to a religion outside of Christianity, or have no religious backing at all, 12-step program can be disadvantageous. The lack of true inclusivity, as well as the verbal degradation of one’s self, has turned many away from this method. For those who …
Assessing Biased Attitudes Towards Clients With Cluster B Personality Disorder: A Literature Review, Samantha B. England
Assessing Biased Attitudes Towards Clients With Cluster B Personality Disorder: A Literature Review, Samantha B. England
Psychology Doctoral Specialization Projects
This original contribution to practice explores the significance of clinician biases and countertransference in assessing, diagnosing, and treating Cluster B personality disorders (Cluster B PD). An extensive literature review examines research on defining Cluster B PD (e.g., Antisocial, Borderline, Narcissistic, and Histrionic), current evidence-based treatments, barriers to treatment, stigma related to overall mental health and to Cluster B PD, gender and culture bias, countertransference, and burnout. Further, a qualitative study examined the experiences of licensed psychologists and student trainees under the supervision of licensed psychologists to answer the following research questions: What are the experiences of psychologist working with Cluster …
Female Military Sexual Trauma: A Critical And Comprehensive Literature Review, Anna Stanton
Female Military Sexual Trauma: A Critical And Comprehensive Literature Review, Anna Stanton
Psychology Doctoral Specialization Projects
Military Sexual Trauma (MST) refers to a psychological trauma that resulted from any sexual assault or threatening sexual harassment that a military member experienced during his or her military service. Military sexual trauma is a significant problem within the United States military that threatens the strength, readiness, and morale of the military, and has devastating personal effects on survivors and their families. During 2006, the military began taking steps to understand the prevalence of MST and implement programs to help prevent it. Despite some of the progress these programs have shown, there are still barriers that impede an MST survivor’s …
A Literature Resource For Those Supporting Patients With Autism Spectrum Disorder And Cancer, Kaylee James
A Literature Resource For Those Supporting Patients With Autism Spectrum Disorder And Cancer, Kaylee James
Psychology Doctoral Specialization Projects
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that impacts both social interaction and patterns of behavior. ASD is rooted in genetic, biological, and environmental causes. Cancer begins when cells grow out of control and there is also a genetic and biological cause of cancer. There is an overlap between the genetic and biological causes of ASD and cancer. As a result, evidence supports an increased risk of developing some types of cancer as well as protective factors for some times of cancer for individuals with ASD. Therefore, individuals with ASD may be at a heightened risk to develop cancer, …
Project H.O.M.E: A Novel Nature-Based Therapy Approach For The Treatment Of Veterans With Trauma, Jenny L. Laverdure
Project H.O.M.E: A Novel Nature-Based Therapy Approach For The Treatment Of Veterans With Trauma, Jenny L. Laverdure
Psychology Doctoral Specialization Projects
Around the world, trauma disorders such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are on the rise. Evidence-based treatment protocols, such as cognitive processing therapy (CPT) and prolonged exposure (PE) are effective in treatment. However, high dropout rates, stigma, and other barriers to treatment are driving the exploration of alternative treatment options. Nature-based interventions, such as wilderness or adventure therapy, forest bathing, and horticulture therapy, have been utilized for a variety of medical and psychological disorders for several years. There are limited formal programs, but research generally supports positive outcomes with specified interventions. However, there are several challenges to studying the effectiveness …
Incorporating Kips Into Parent-Focused Treatment As A Progress Monitor Or Skill Identifier, Haley M. Ingram
Incorporating Kips Into Parent-Focused Treatment As A Progress Monitor Or Skill Identifier, Haley M. Ingram
Psychology Doctoral Specialization Projects
Parents and caregivers hold an essential place in a child’s development that contains the potential to influence behavior and model positive methods in which to perceive and cope with emotion. Filial therapy, a form of therapy that teaches parents play therapy skills to promote child positive behavior, is an approach that has grown in interest amongst professionals. The need for more research and data on the outcomes of parent-child relationship treatment has been expressed consistently as research on the topic is limited. Child Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT) is a form of filial therapy that is conducted in a group format …