Dissertations / Theses on the topic 'Masters; Psychology; Clinical'
Create a spot-on reference in APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, and other styles
Consult the top 50 dissertations / theses for your research on the topic 'Masters; Psychology; Clinical.'
Next to every source in the list of references, there is an 'Add to bibliography' button. Press on it, and we will generate automatically the bibliographic reference to the chosen work in the citation style you need: APA, MLA, Harvard, Chicago, Vancouver, etc.
You can also download the full text of the academic publication as pdf and read online its abstract whenever available in the metadata.
Browse dissertations / theses on a wide variety of disciplines and organise your bibliography correctly.
Maynard, Brandon W. "From Dawn to Dan: The Journey of Karate Masters." Antioch University / OhioLINK, 2017. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=antioch1495216685379078.
Full textRusson, Ryan K. "Computerized Measurement of Psychological Vital Signs in a Clinical Setting." [Tampa, Fla. : s.n.], 2003. http://purl.fcla.edu/fcla/etd/SFE0000097.
Full textKeeley, Jared Wayne Blashfield Roger K. "Analysis of the hierarchical nature of clinicians' organization of mental disorders." Auburn, Ala., 2005. http://repo.lib.auburn.edu/2005%20Summer/master's/KEELEY_JARED_29.pdf.
Full textWilson, Kris Anthony. "Philosophical accounts of mind in clinical psychology : reconciling the subjective mind and the objective brain : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Psychology in the University of Canterbury /." Thesis, University of Canterbury. Psychology, 2008. http://hdl.handle.net/10092/1596.
Full textNell, Erika. "The Effects of a DVD counselling programme in preventing the breakdown of a partner relationships of Master's students in Clinical Psychology." Thesis, University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2010. http://hdl.handle.net/10386/680.
Full textThe Clinical Psychology training program at the University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus) is based on the theoretical paradigm of General Systems Theory. The functioning of systems in terms of patterns, structure, organization and relationships can therefore also be applied to the trainee and his/her partner relationship system which is characterized by circular patterns of interaction. Ernst (2008) states that within the context of General Systems theory it became evident that the trainee does not function in isolation but as part of a system. The trainee undergoes significant changes throughout the training year if training is effective and this in turn may also impact on the trainee's partner relationship. This investigation was done to establish the effect of a DVD Counselling Programme on the partner-relationship of the trainee in Clinical Psychology with his/her partner/spouse. This is done in order to provide feedback to the trainers of the Clinical Psychology training at Medunsa. This may also possibly assist in establishing a more scientifically founded aid for the trainees in Msc. Clinical Psychology and their partners/spouses. It was a qualitative research project, in which person centered interviews were held with participants and thematically analyzed by three independent clinicians. The entire research project and findings are contextualized in accordance with General Systems Theory. The results indicated that the DVD had a moderate effect on 4/6 of the sample population that reported that their relationship improved in respect of the nature and quality based on mutual understanding, emotional closeness, obtaining of relational skills, effective communication and awareness regarding the impact of the training year on their relationship. The impact of the DVD was somewhat limited in that not all the participants watched it and the manner iIi which some of the trainees approached their partners/spouses, which may have had an effect on how the DVD is received and experienced.
Reetz, David R. "The search for mastery an investigation into creativity as an antecedent to early counselor case conceptualization development /." [Bloomington, Ind.] : Indiana University, 2008. http://gateway.proquest.com/openurl?url_ver=Z39.88-2004&rft_val_fmt=info:ofi/fmt:kev:mtx:dissertation&res_dat=xri:pqdiss&rft_dat=xri:pqdiss:3350515.
Full textTitle from PDF t.p. (viewed on Oct. 6, 2009). Source: Dissertation Abstracts International, Volume: 70-02, Section: A, page: 0485.
Passantino, Andrea. "Master narratives, counterstories and identity mothering in a clinical setting /." Diss., Online access via UMI:, 2009.
Find full textMarriott, Hugh B. "A Study of the Master's Touch Sick and Shut-In Ministry at the Mount Moriah AME Church." Thesis, Nyack College, Alliance Theological Seminary, 2017. http://pqdtopen.proquest.com/#viewpdf?dispub=10277198.
Full textFrom 2011?2015, The Master?s Touch ministry has been the formal agency for the work of visiting the sick and shut-in at the Mount Moriah A.M.E. Church in New York. The purpose of this study is to determine any correlation between the visitations themselves and the level of local church commitment by the visited family members over these four years. This study is important because persons visited receive the benefits of pastoral care, while the impact on their families may not be as apparent. This research will focus on data from interviews conducted with family members in order to ascertain if there is any change to their level of local church commitment.
Hollars, Shannon N. "Assessing Patients’ Mastery of the Skills of Cognitive Therapy: Initial Evaluation of the Patient Competencies Scale." The Ohio State University, 2012. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1338379941.
Full textMuñoz, Julie Ann Peters, and Elisa Collins Coronado. "Stress among Master of Social Work students." CSUSB ScholarWorks, 2004. https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd-project/2459.
Full textMichero, Emily. "Master Therapists' Decision Making Process Concerning Adolescent Confidentiality: A Grounded Theory Approach." Thesis, University of North Texas, 2016. https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc849705/.
Full textMarsh, Wendy K. "Clinical Course of Bipolar Disorder During the Menopausal Transition: Comparison with Reproductive Age and Post Menopausal Women: A Master's Thesis." eScholarship@UMMS, 2010. https://escholarship.umassmed.edu/gsbs_diss/517.
Full textMace, Janet-Lee. "An inquiry into the meaning of Guillain-Barré syndrome : a thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts." Massey University, 2001. http://hdl.handle.net/10179/1180.
Full textAnderson, Melissa L. "Barriers and Facilitators to Deaf Trauma Survivors’ Help-Seeking Behavior: Lessons for Behavioral Clinical Trials Research: A Master’s Thesis." eScholarship@UMMS, 2016. https://escholarship.umassmed.edu/gsbs_diss/816.
Full textAnderson, Melissa L. "Barriers and Facilitators to Deaf Trauma Survivors’ Help-Seeking Behavior: Lessons for Behavioral Clinical Trials Research: A Master’s Thesis." eScholarship@UMMS, 2005. http://escholarship.umassmed.edu/gsbs_diss/816.
Full textCox, Rachel L. "Countertransference a phenomenon that enriches the therapeutic process : a literature review with clinical illustrations : dissertation [thesis] submitted to Auckland University of Technology in partial fulfilment of the degree of Master of Health Science, 2005." Full thesis. Abstract, 2005.
Find full textAppendix A not included in e-thesis. Also held in print (61 leaves, 30 cm.) in Akoranga Theses Collection. (T 616.8914 COX)
Williams, Lynley. "Turning against the self a literature review with clinical illustrations : dissertation submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Health Science, Auckland University of Technology, January 2005 /." Abstract Full dissertation, 2005.
Find full textMichael, Brett C. "Attrition in Behavioral Parent Training Programs in Clinical and Community Settings: A Meta-analytic Review." UNF Digital Commons, 2018. https://digitalcommons.unf.edu/etd/780.
Full textRifshana, Fathimath. "Outcome evaluation of the Massey University Concussion Clinic: a pilot study : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Psychology at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand." Massey University, 2009. http://hdl.handle.net/10179/1165.
Full textAndrae, Daniela. ""Diabetes? I can live with it" : a qualitative evaluation of a diabetes self-management programme : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Psychology at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand." Massey University, 2009. http://hdl.handle.net/10179/1199.
Full textWallace, Brett. "Sentence recall in children with autism spectrum disorder." UNF Digital Commons, 2017. https://digitalcommons.unf.edu/etd/769.
Full textLoesch, Matthew Allen. "My Own Worst Enemy: Exploring Factors that Predict Self-Harm." UNF Digital Commons, 2015. http://digitalcommons.unf.edu/etd/559.
Full textKissinger, Alicia. "Depressive Rumination and the Mood-as-Input Hypothesis." UNF Digital Commons, 2014. http://digitalcommons.unf.edu/etd/519.
Full textRodak, Jourdan A. "PTSD’s True Color; Examining the effect of a short-term coloring intervention on the stress, anxiety and working memory of veterans with PTSD." UNF Digital Commons, 2017. http://digitalcommons.unf.edu/etd/749.
Full textJordan, Brianna L. "Food Insecurity and Children: How Food Insecurity Affects Mental Health in Children." UNF Digital Commons, 2019. https://digitalcommons.unf.edu/etd/872.
Full textRobin, Dominic. "The Inevitability of Decay: Disability in Ernest Hemingway's The Old Man and the Sea." UNF Digital Commons, 2018. https://digitalcommons.unf.edu/etd/833.
Full textVelissaris, Vasiliki. "The effect of exposure to parodies of thin-ideal images on women’s body image, body shame and mood." Thesis, 2021. https://hdl.handle.net/2440/133994.
Full textSocial networking sites are abundant with thin-ideal beauty standards for women. As a result, some users are challenging these unrealistic ideals in creative, humorous ways. The aim of the present study was to experimentally investigate the effect of exposure to humorous, parody images on women’s body dissatisfaction, body shame and mood. Participants were 173 women aged between 18 and 61 years, who were randomly assigned to view either one of three sets of Instagram images: thin-ideal celebrity posts; humorous parody images of the celebrity post paired with the thin-ideal; or the humorous parody post alone. Results indicated that exposure to the parody images alone decreased body dissatisfaction, body shame and negative mood, relative to exposure of thin-ideal images alone. Moreover, exposure to the parody images alone resulted in less body dissatisfaction than exposure to parody images paired with the thin-ideal image. The findings were moderated by trait thin-ideal internalisation, whereby individuals with high thin-ideal internalisation experienced less body dissatisfaction after viewing parody images alone, compared to the paired parody and thinideal images. Overall, the findings contribute to existing literature by providing support for the use of humorous parody images for decreasing body dissatisfaction, body shame and negative mood in women.
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2021
Lontos, Eleanor. "Personality Traits and Self-Forgiveness: Exploring the roles of Authentic and Hubristic Pride." Thesis, 2021. https://hdl.handle.net/2440/133987.
Full textWhilst the empirical exploration of forgiveness has grown extensively over the past 30 years, the study of self-forgiveness remains a relatively new topic of interest. Furthermore, few studies have sought to explain how individual difference variables relate to dispositional self-forgiveness. The aim of the present study was to explore how the two facets of pride (authentic and hubristic) relate to and predict our current understandings of self-forgiveness. A secondary aim of this study was to confirm previous findings on shame and guilt-proneness and determine whether pride is still related to self-forgiveness after controlling for these two variables. A convenience sample of 206 participants aged between 18 and 50+ years were recruited from the University of Adelaide first-year psychology pool and through advertising on Facebook and the Relationships Australia database. Participants completed an online questionnaire that measured self-forgiveness and various personality variables. Quantitative analysis involved Pearson’s correlations and conducting three hierarchical multiple regressions. Results indicated that hubristic pride was a significant predictor of genuine self-forgiveness, with authentic pride approaching the borderline of significance. Both pride variables explained an additional 2.90% of the variation in genuine self-forgiveness, with authentic pride being positively related and hubristic pride being negatively related. The results of the present study highlight the impact of dispositional pride as a useful explanatory concept for understanding how individuals perceive, reflect, and move towards the process of genuine self-forgiveness after committing a transgression.
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2021
Gregory, Danica. "Heterogeneity in Adolescent Depression and the Role of Social Supports." Thesis, 2018. http://hdl.handle.net/2440/131809.
Full textThe aim of this review is to summarise and critique current knowledge in psychology on Major Depressive Disorder and its associated symptoms throughout adolescence. Depression occurring during this critical period of vulnerability is associated with the risk of long-term negative consequences at both subclinical and diagnostic levels. The progression of depression symptom development, differences in symptom presentation, overall trends in population prevalence, and heterogeneity in longitudinal patterns are examined. Methodological challenges in conducting surveys and longitudinal research with adolescent populations are discussed, and recommendations for future research are made in light of their application in developing and strengthening intervention programs
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2018
Green, Racquel. "A systematic review and investigation of avatar- and self-related processes and problematic gaming." Thesis, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/2440/131397.
Full textMany games feature avatars that enable adoption of, and experimentation with, roles and identities. How avatar- and self-related processes develop and maintain gaming disorder (GD) is unclear. This review examined 18 quantitative studies of avatar- and self-related concepts and problematic gaming, including 13 survey-based and 5 neuroimaging studies. Survey-based studies consistently reported that negative self-concept, avatar identification, and large self-avatar discrepancies were associated with problematic gaming. Poor selfconcept appears to be a GD risk factor. Further research should explain how avatars relate to GD’s addictive mechanisms (e.g., cognitive distortions, reward-seeking), amid calls for GDrelated interventions to focus on avatar identification.
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2020
Ristic, Vesna. "Are preterm children with low birth weight differentially susceptible to the best and worst behavioural, ADHD symptom and academic outcomes at 7 years of age depending on family functioning?" Thesis, 2018. http://hdl.handle.net/2440/131812.
Full textPreterm birth is associated with numerous risks, including deficits in behavioural and academic functioning. However, there is wide variability in outcomes, and conclusions regarding factors that moderate developmental outcomes have not yet been drawn. This review examines the literature regarding outcomes of children born preterm and the differential susceptibility hypothesis as a potential framework for understanding differences in outcomes. Findings of this review indicate that further studies investigating differential susceptibility in preterm children are warranted. Future studies may consider using family functioning as a moderating factor as well as examining ADHD symptom severity to capture a wider range of functioning.
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2018
Le, Van. "Self-Forgiveness: Attending to Shame and Guilt Through Psychological Flexibility." Thesis, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/2440/131399.
Full textResearch has shown that self-forgiveness – a process that tempers psychological distress while also promoting greater self-acceptance – is one way in which individuals can cope with the distress associated with a moral wrongdoing or transgression. With growing interest in the area, this literature review will summarise and evaluate the current research on selfforgiveness. In particular, it will cover the conceptualisation and measurement of selfforgiveness, and explore significant predictors of self-forgiving responses. The process of self-forgiveness has also been found to be effective in promoting positive psychological and relational outcomes. Accordingly, the research on the therapeutic and clinical applications of self-forgiveness will be reviewed. Lastly, the paper will summarise the limitations of the current literature and explore future directions for research on self-forgiveness.
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2020
Barnard, Jorja. "Self-management Interventions for Psychological Outcomes Following Spinal Cord Injury." Thesis, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/2440/131394.
Full textA spinal cord injury (SCI) is a significant and lifelong neurological injury with devastating physical and psychological consequences. With no established cure, effective selfmanagement of symptoms is essential for maintaining long-term health and wellbeing. Selfmanagement interventions have demonstrated effectiveness for physical symptoms and sequelae. However, less is known about this approach for mental health outcomes. Methodological issues, including variation in the specific skills taught in self-management and a reliance on quasi-experimental and uncontrolled study designs, also limit conclusions regarding efficacy. Greater understanding of the psychological benefits of self-management in SCI may be achieved by consolidating the available high-quality evidence in this field.
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2020
Dalmaso, Elise. "Protective factors for externalising behaviour problems in children and adolescents living in out-of-home care: A systematic review." Thesis, 2021. https://hdl.handle.net/2440/133985.
Full textChildren and adolescents in out-of-home care (OOHC) often display disproportionate levels of externalising behaviour problems compared to the general population, which are further linked with detrimental outcomes. Yet, despite similar levels of vulnerability, not all children and adolescents in OOHC develop these behaviours. To inform effective prevention and intervention strategies, it is important to understand individual, familial, and environmental factors that are associated with reduced risk for externalising behaviour problems for children and adolescents living in OOHC. This systematic review aimed to identify and synthesise knowledge on protective factors for externalising behaviour problems in children and adolescents between 0 and 19 years old residing in OOHC. A systematic search was conducted in PubMed, PsycINFO, Embase, CINAHL, and the Proquest Social Abstracts and Social Services databases, with 28 included studies (n=6814). Findings were synthesised in accordance with the Ecological Systems Framework (Bronfenbrenner, 1979; 1994; 2005). Results indicated that protective factors associated with fewer externalising behaviour problems in the microsystem included a better self-concept, active or engaged coping styles, more community interactions, higher school engagement, better school stability, and better quality relationships with biological parents, siblings, caregivers, and peers. In the young person’s exosystem, fewer children in the home and higher neighbourhood income were associated with fewer externalising behaviour problems. No studies in this review investigated protective interactions in the mesosystem, and further research is needed to understand how these could be associated with behaviour problems. Given the short and long-term consequences associated with externalising behaviours, professionals working with children and young people in OOHC should focus on identifying protective factors that can be targeted in prevention and intervention efforts. This review indicated that prevention and intervention efforts can be aimed at individual, relational, and contextual factors.
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2021
Young, Elise. "The sequential indirect effect of adverse parenting on depressive symptoms through perfectionism and self-compassion." Thesis, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/2440/131400.
Full textDepression is a leading cause of global disability. Among many other factors, the development of depressive symptoms across the lifespan has been linked to adverse parenting practices. Previous research has addressed perfectionism and self-compassion as factors that individually mediate the parenting-depression relationship; however, very few studies have taken an integrative approach to examine how these factors interact to influence this relationship. The following review examines theory and previous research regarding the associations between parenting, perfectionism, self-compassion and depressive symptoms. The review concludes with aims for future research to address the potential interconnectivity between perfectionism and self-compassion in the parenting and depression relationship.
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2018
Hancock, Joanna. "Application and Effectiveness of Online Interventions for Depression in Adults with Multiple Sclerosis." Thesis, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/2440/131524.
Full textDepression is common in the clinical presentation of multiple sclerosis (MS) and can lead to a range of adverse health outcomes. Online interventions provide a cost-effective, accessible treatment option for those who often have difficulty accessing face-to-face psychotherapy due to MS-related complications. There is preliminary evidence for the efficacy of online service delivery. However, this literature is characterised by small studies with passive control groups; methodological features which may overestimate intervention effects. This review examines the efficacy of online interventions targeted to the MS cohort, highlighting a need for high-quality randomised trials to establish a stronger evidence base.
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2019
Chan, Kiu Lam. "Testing the transdiagnostic model of eating disorders in adolescents using longitudinal 8 data: Understanding risk factors for eating disorder symptoms in adolescence." Thesis, 2021. https://hdl.handle.net/2440/133984.
Full textObjective: Although risk factors associated with eating disorders (EDs) have been widely studied, prospective longitudinal studies that examine risk factors at early adolescence, before the peak age of ED onset, remain limited. The study examined the transdiagnostic model of EDs, and investigated the potential influence of body dissatisfaction, negative reactivity and self-esteem in adolescents aged 10-11, on partial-syndrome ED status at age 16-17. Method: The sample comprised of 2,372 adolescents drawn from Wave 3, 4 and 7 of the Longitudinal Study of Australian Children. Partial-syndrome ED status was measured at age 16-17 using the Branched Eating Disorder Test, to identify adolescents who met partial-criteria for anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa or binge eating disorder. The associations between risk factors at age 10-11 and partial-syndrome ED at age 16-17 were examined whilst adjusting for relevant confounding family factors at age 8-9. Results: Negative reactivity and self esteem did not show significant association with partial-syndrome ED at age 16-17. Body dissatisfaction significantly predicted partial-syndrome ED in the reverse to expected direction; dissatisfaction was associated with decreased likelihood of meeting partial syndrome ED at age 16-17. Discussion: Findings of the study suggest that the transdiagnostic model of EDs may not represent well the risk factors of EDs in early adolescence. Body dissatisfaction, negative reactivity and self-esteem may be sensitive to time and changes throughout adolescence in their predictive ability for subsequent ED development in late adolescence. Further research is needed to understand the developmental trajectory of these factors in adolescence.
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2021
Drewe, Kane. "Correlates and Cognitive Mechanisms Associated with Internet Pornography Use." Thesis, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/2440/131396.
Full textSince the advent of the Internet, pornography use has proliferated, covarying with increasing rates of Internet pornography (IP) addiction. However, IP addiction is a contentious concept because there are no definitive criteria for it and because it falls under the relatively unexplored category of behavioural additions. In this article, we review various domains of the related literature, such as estimated rates of IP use and problematic use, and evidence that IP use can become addictive including a neuroscientific perspective. We then consider the cognitive mechanisms that may be involved in IP addiction, before offering some directions for future research.
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2020
Leech, Teghan. "Acceptability and Effectiveness of App-Based Interventions in Managing Symptoms of Depression, Self-Harm and Suicidal Ideation in Youth." Thesis, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/2440/131398.
Full textDepression during adolescence has been linked to an increased risk for non-suicidal self-harm and suicidal ideation both preceding risk factors for suicide. However, young people are unlikely to seek help for mental health problems. Given that this group routinely use online services to connect with others and seek information, smartphone applications (‘apps’) present a possible treatment modality. This review critically examines the development and application of apps in the self-guided treatment of depression, self-harm and suicidal ideation among youth. Findings in this area are promising, although inconsistent. Randomized controlled trials are needed to determine treatment safety and effectiveness.
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2020
Funnell, Sarah. "A Qualitative Exploration of Individuals Preferences, Expectations, Lived Experiences and Satisfaction with Treatment for Depression." Thesis, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/2440/131522.
Full textDepression is one of the most commonly occurring disorders that can significantly impact an individual’s quality of life and often leads to increased morbidity and mortality. This paper reviews the existing literature on the prevalence and impact of major depressive disorder. It explores the ongoing issues associated with help-seeking and examines factors that influence or impede individuals accessing help. Research about patient preferences, expectations and satisfaction with treatment for depression are reviewed in the context of both pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy. Limitations of current research, including ongoing discrepancies across the literature, are presented, and recommendations for future research are discussed. In particular, the work concludes that there should be a greater focus on understanding individual perspectives and experiences in more naturalistic community settings, with less emphasis on the use of clinical trial data.
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2019
Min, Claire Ng Shi. "Art Therapy In The Treatment Of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Scoping Review Of Current Applications." Thesis, 2021. https://hdl.handle.net/2440/133990.
Full textObjective: To examine the current evidence for the use of art therapy in Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) interventions among school-aged children. Background: Symptoms of ADHD often result in functional impairments among school-aged children, as well as associated socioemotional difficulties such as emotion dysregulation. Art therapy may be a promising age-appropriate alternative to common non-pharmacological clinical interventions for ADHD such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). Methods: We used a scoping review to investigate the current uses of art therapy in ADHD interventions. We conducted a systematic review of the literature and synthesized the current evidence through a descriptive analysis. Results: 13 studies met the inclusion criteria for analysis, which included art therapy as a primary intervention for school-aged children who met diagnostic criteria for ADHD. The review reflected limited research, with case studies comprising of the bulk of current research. This was sufficient for a thematic analysis, which identified key themes in the current uses of art therapy such as facilitating self-expression and behavioural management. Conclusion: While further evidence may be required before art therapy is incorporated into practice, current literature lends an understanding to how it can be used, either as a complement or promising alternative for treatment-resistant ADHD.
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2021
Magann, Michaela. "Early Versus Late Contact with the Youth Justice System: Differences in Characteristics Measured at Birth, Child Protection System Contact and Adolescent Mental Health Outcomes." Thesis, 2021. https://hdl.handle.net/2440/133988.
Full textEarly contact with the youth justice (YJ) system leads to poorer health, wellbeing and recidivism. However, there is little known about how early versus late YJ contact (i.e., before age 14 versus age 14 or older) influences YJ contact patterns, or whether early life circumstances and associated outcomes differ by early versus late YJ contact. This study uses whole-of-population linked data to examine differences between young people who have early versus late YJ system contact. Data were from the Better Evidence Better Outcomes Linked Data (BEBOLD) platform including children in South Australia born 1991-1998, followed from birth to age 18 (n=169,172), of which 1.9% had YJ contact. Compared to the late contact group, young people with early YJ contact had: more serious YJ contact patterns (e.g., 91% versus 59% ever experienced custodial supervision); were more disadvantaged at birth (e.g., 63% versus 44% born into jobless families); had more serious child protection contact by age 10 (e.g., 40% versus 27% had experienced out-of-home care); and experienced more mental health-related hospitalisations from ages 12-18 (e.g., 48% versus 35%). This analysis demonstrates the complex circumstances that precede and co-occur with YJ involvement and point to the need for investment in early supports.
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2021
Morante, Brianna. "Psychotherapy with Older Adults: A Gap Between Theory, Research, and Practice." Thesis, 2018. http://hdl.handle.net/2440/131810.
Full textFor psychologists, working effectively with older adults (aged 65+ years) requires awareness of the nuanced aspects of psychotherapy with this group. These include the clinical effectiveness of modifying psychotherapy, the variables that influence treatment outcomes such as older adults’ characteristics (e.g., physical comorbidities) or non-specific therapeutic factors (e.g., therapeutic alliance), and psychologists’ own personal reactions towards older clients. This narrative review examined the current knowledge about these clinically-relevant factors. The findings revealed a gap between theory, research, and practice in terms of how psychotherapy fares with older adults in real practice. More extensive, targeted research exploring the nuanced aspects of working with older adults can advance understanding about what may promote or interfere with their therapeutic progress. Ultimately, this can improve the care provided for this growing client base.
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2018
Menezes, Marissa Rebecca. "Psychological Interventions for Death Anxiety Among Adults: An Umbrella Review." Thesis, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/2440/131526.
Full textThe aim of the present study was to examine the effectiveness of psychological interventions in alleviating death anxiety. An umbrella review (a review of systematic reviews) was undertaken in accordance with the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) methodology and PRISMA guidelines. Eligibility criteria were systematic reviews on psychological interventions to reduce death anxiety among adults. Systematic reviews that contained an exhaustive search strategy, use of appropriate appraisal tools, utilized quantitative methods, and were published in English were considered. Two systematic reviews were deemed eligible to be included in this umbrella review comprising 24 individual studies of psychological interventions such as cognitive behavioural therapy, meaning-oriented therapies and death education interventions. Participants included adults with and without terminal illness. Findings indicate low quality evidence supporting the effectiveness of psychological interventions for death anxiety. Recommendations highlight the need for future research following rigorous methodology and use of more recently developed psychological interventions.
Thesis (M.Psych(Masters)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2019
Aldam, Isadora. "Perinatal Care for Women from Africa with Refugee Backgrounds: Intersections with Psychological Wellbeing." Thesis, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/2440/131393.
Full textPeople with refugee backgrounds face poorer psychological outcomes than general populations post-resettlement. Contributing to these outcomes are post-migration challenges including experiences with healthcare services. These services include perinatal healthcare, which is essential for many refugee women living in Australia; many of whom are from Africa. Positive perinatal healthcare experiences are pivotal for ensuring women’s access to ongoing care and healthy psychological outcomes. However, disparities persist between refugee and non-refugee populations. This review will critically evaluate the evidence regarding African refugee women’s psychological wellbeing following experiences with perinatal healthcare services, and will inform an empirical study in the Australian context.
Thesis (M.Psych(Clinical)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2020
Robinson, Natasha M. "Comparing the Lived Experience of Men and Women Bereaved by Stillbirth: A Meta- Synthesis of Qualitative Studies." Thesis, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/2440/131814.
Full textStillbirth rates in Australia have remained stable in the past 20 years, with some 2,000 families affected each year. Despite this, research into the multi-dimensional impact of stillbirth remains limited. Most research to date focusses on the immediate needs of bereaved mothers, particularly grief and the response of health professionals in hospital settings. What is needed from research is a deeper understanding of the impact of stillbirth on fathers, siblings, grandparents, family systems, mental health, relationships, employment and workplace productivity. The relationship between the experience of stillbirth and social constructs, gender, parenting, stigma and attachment also requires closer attention. Surprisingly, the economic impact of stillbirth is poorly described. The direct and indirect costs of stillbirth in Australia from 2016-2020 is estimated to sum $681 million highlighting the need for action to reduce stillbirth and its devastating and pervasive impacts on those bereaved, and Australian society.
Thesis (M.Psych.Clinical(Defence)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2018
Lee, Rosalind Jean. "Religious and spiritual issues in clinical and counselling psychology masters training programmes in South African universities : an exploratory study." Thesis, 2007. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/9046.
Full textThesis (M.A.)-University of KwaZulu-Natal, 2007.
Meese, Debra Gail. "Seeing the wood for the trees : the experience of genograms and family sculpting during clinical psychology masters training." Diss., 2006. http://hdl.handle.net/2263/28397.
Full textDissertation (MA (Clinical Psychology))--University of Pretoria, 2007.
Psychology
unrestricted
Dlamini, Sipho Solomon. "(Re)centring Africa in the training of counselling and clinical psychologists." Thesis, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/27614.
Full textPsychology
Ph. D. (Psychology)
Lage, Mónica Cristina Fernandes. "Relatório de estágio." Master's thesis, 2012. http://hdl.handle.net/10400.14/13694.
Full textThis stage report is inserted in the ambit of the curricular stage in Clinical Psychology and Health realized at the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Barcelos. Its main objective is the description of the activities made during the curricular stage, realized between November 2011 and September 2012. The activities were directed to the old aged valence of this institution. The report is constituted of seven chapters. In the first chapter will be described the characterization of the institution, as well, as the function of the psychologist in this context. In the second chapter will be presented the initial activities, namely the observation of clinical cases as well as the evaluation of the needs of the institution. In the third chapter will be described the intervention activities, which include cases of evaluation and intervention psychological, as well, as a detailed description of a clinical case. In the fourth chapter will be presented the intervention in group. In the five chapter will be described the action sensibility realized with the employees of the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Barcelos. In the six chapter will be presented others activities that were made during the stage. And finally, in the seven chapter will be realized a conclusion, where will be presented a personal reflection about the curricular stage accomplished.