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Oakes, Jane; Gardiner, Paula; McLaughlin, Kristin; Battersby, Malcolm – International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction, 2012
An innovative pilot treatment program was developed for problem gamblers living in rural areas of Australia using cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) modified from an established specialist therapy service. The standard 12 weekly group program was delivered on site by adapting it to two 1 week blocks with daily group sessions and 1 week of patient…
Descriptors: Counseling Techniques, Pilot Projects, Rural Areas, Foreign Countries
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Springer, Craig; Misurell, Justin R.; Hiller, Atara – Journal of Child Sexual Abuse, 2012
This study examined the efficacy of a game-based cognitive-behavioral group therapy program for addressing problems typically found among elementary school-aged victims of child sexual abuse immediately after treatment and at three months following treatment. It was hypothesized that positive gains would be observed among the following domains:…
Descriptors: Child Abuse, Safety, Depression (Psychology), Sexual Abuse
Makarushka, Marta Maria – ProQuest LLC, 2011
Depression during adolescence is highly prevalent with as many as 20% experiencing a major depressive episode by the age of 18. Adolescent depression causes significant impairment across life areas including school functioning, such as poor academic performance and decreased academic achievement. Despite the existence of many evidence-based…
Descriptors: Prevention, Evidence, Self Efficacy, Adolescents
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Misurell, Justin R.; Springer, Craig; Tryon, Warren W. – Journal of Child Sexual Abuse, 2011
This preliminary investigation examined the efficacy of a game-based cognitive-behavioral therapy group program for elementary school-aged children who have experienced sexual abuse. Treatment aimed to improve: (a) internalizing symptoms, (b) externalizing behaviors, (c) sexually inappropriate behaviors, (d) social skills deficits, (e) self-esteem…
Descriptors: Sexual Abuse, Sexuality, Therapy, Cognitive Restructuring
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Porter, Maggie L.; Hernandez-Reif, Maria; Jessee, Peggy – Early Child Development and Care, 2009
This article discusses the current issues in play therapy and its implications for play therapists. A brief history of play therapy is provided along with the current play therapy approaches and techniques. This article also touches on current issues or problems that play therapists may face, such as interpreting children's play, implementing…
Descriptors: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Disabilities, Therapy, Play Therapy
Friedberg, Robert D. – Elementary School Guidance & Counseling, 1996
Presents modifications of cognitive-behavioral therapy with children who are reluctant to undergo counseling. Outlines the use of games and workbooks which can increase flexibility and creativity and which can augment counseling sessions by making them fun. Includes a list of games and workbooks with age-level guidelines. (RJM)
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Children, Cognitive Restructuring, Counseling Psychology
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Pracana, Clara, Ed.; Wang, Michael, Ed. – Online Submission, 2016
We are delighted to welcome you to the International Psychological Applications Conference and Trends (InPACT) 2016, taking place in Lisbon, Portugal, from 30 of April to 2 of May, 2016. Psychology, nowadays, offers a large range of scientific fields where it can be applied. The goal of understanding individuals and groups (mental functions and…
Descriptors: Conferences (Gatherings), Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Social Psychology