Suffering in psychology: The demoralization of psychotherapeutic practice.

Miller, Ronald B.

doi:10.1037/1053-0479.15.3.299

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“…Miller emphasises the inescapably moral nature of all psychotherapeutic endeavours: "What we need is an understanding that the profession of psychology and psychotherapeutic practice is, by its very nature, already the practice of ethics." (20) Whatever the theory or content of therapy, the very definition of "psychological health" has a moral connotation. The major philosophical questions of "what is right or wrong" and "how we are to live our lives" are often translated in the therapy room into a dialogue on individual versus societal rights (5).…”

Section: Research and Discussion On Psychological Interventionsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Ethics in the practice of clinical psychology

Isaac¹

2009

IJME

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The paper presents an overview of ethical issues in clinical psychology. Specifically, it addresses the broad philosophical ideas and views on mental illness on which ethical principles are based, including Greek philosophy and Christianity. It goes on to describe the ethical code of the American Psychological Association as it pertains to general principles, psychological assessment or psychometry, education or training and psychological interventions. The principles of the code and research on the same are discussed with relevance to issues and challenges to ethical practice in India, and suggestions for ethical conduct are made. The paper emphasises the need to consider different viewpoints and take individual responsibility for difficult decisions.

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Section: Research and Discussion On Psychological Interventionsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Ethics in the practice of clinical psychology

Isaac¹

2009

IJME

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“…Is it to understand the nature of their suffering (Tanenbaum, 2005)? In this regard, Miller (2005) made an excellent point about how the mental health industry has medicalized many of the most fundamental aspects of the human experience. Elements of emotional pain, even those precipitated by interpersonal conflicts, have been ensconced in criteria-driven disorders.…”

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Making Room for Dynamics in Evidence-Based Practice: The Role of Psychodynamic Theory in Client-Centered Approaches

Rozas

Grady

2011

Journal of Teaching in Social Work

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The move toward evidence-based practice has fortified, and continues to strengthen, the social work profession through accountability, greater support for social interventions, and linking research and practice. This article considers potential limitations in exclusively promoting evidence-based practice in social work programs and advocates for an integrative approach when teaching clinical practice to master of social work students. Such an approach includes using psychodynamic principles in an effort to teach social work students the importance of self-awareness, dialoguing about diversity issues, and the use of theory in case formulations. Implications for social work education are discussed.

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“…Human suffering involves the horrible problems and life experiences that can provoke pain, great distress and considerable diffi culties (Miller, 2005;Honkasalo, 2006). Therefore, suffering has been used as a synonym for pain, loss and grief.…”

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confidence: 99%

Effects of exposure to the suffering of unknown persons on health-related cognitions, and the role of mood

Karademas

2009

Health (London)

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The purpose of the present study was to examine whether exposure to the suffering of unknown persons, as an inevitable part of life, influences cognitions about health. Our assumption was that exposure to suffering affects cognitions in a negative way, as well as this influence being exerted directly and through negative mood. Eighty-nine participants were randomly assigned to two groups. The experimental group was exposed to a series of photos presenting situations of human suffering, whereas the control group was exposed to a series of photos showing relaxing situations. Participants in the experimental group reported higher health anxiety and health value, and lower internal health locus of control, in comparison to the control group. No differences were found in self-rated health. Exposure to suffering affected cognitions directly and through decrease in positive mood. It seems that an 'in vitro' exposure to human suffering activates a cognitive and emotional reaction, which affects evaluations about self and personal well-being.

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Suffering in psychology: The demoralization of psychotherapeutic practice.

Cited by 19 publications

References 33 publications

Ethics in the practice of clinical psychology

Ethics in the practice of clinical psychology

Making Room for Dynamics in Evidence-Based Practice: The Role of Psychodynamic Theory in Client-Centered Approaches

Effects of exposure to the suffering of unknown persons on health-related cognitions, and the role of mood

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