Knowing which kind of provider to see and how to access help can be half the battle. By Dr. Bryan CochranProfessor of Psychology and Director of Clinical Training University of Montana Introduction The percentage of Americans seeking mental…
Latino patients can get better mental health care if our beliefs, practices, identity, and cultural background are at the core of treatment. By Gisselle MedinaLatino investigative and multimedia journalist Introduction…
If you or someone you care about experience an emotional problem it won’t be long before you hear that cognitive behaviour therapy, or CBT, is probably the treatment of choice. By Peter McEvoyProfessor of Clinical PsychologyCurtin…
Studies show talk therapy works, but experts disagree about how it does so. Finding the answer could help professionals and patients. By Katherine EllisonProfessional journalist and author Introduction Say you’re feeling…
Cognitive behavioral therapy is proving to work well, but only for some patients. Scientists are seeking new innovations to help people grappling with the pervasive and often-hidden problems of anorexia,…
What type of therapist should you choose? Here’s a quick guide to get you started. By Dr. John MalouffAssociate Professor, School of Behavioural, Cognitive and Social SciencesUniversity of New England Introduction You have made a…
From behavioral to gestalt therapies, which approach will work best for you depends on your needs and goals. By Dr. Sourav SenguptaAssociate Professor of Psychiatry and PediatricsUniversity at Buffalo Introduction Since ancient times, cultures…
In the US only a handful of trauma centers employ licensed psychologists to look after patients and and families. By Dr. Kamela K ScottAssociate Professor and Director, Psychological Services, College of MedicineUniversity of Florida By Dr.…
Handling adult ADHD is difficult, but today, there are more evidence-based interventions than ever. By Dr. Laura E. KnouseAssociate Professor of PsychologyUniversity of Richmond Introduction When I was a child in the 1980s, the people I knew with…
Music can be used in medical and psychological treatment with surprising – and real – results. By Dr. Kathleen HowlandProfessor of Music TherapyBerklee College of Music When I was a child,…
