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The Clinical andCommunity PsychologyA Publication of the Division 6 of the InternationalAssociation of Applied Psychology (IAAP)Volumen 5, Issue 1, January 2016ISSN: 2308-63941
Welcome to the homepage of Division 6of the IAAP!!The Clinical and Community Psychologists is the OfficialNewsletter of the Division 6 of the InternationalAssociation of Applied Psychology (IAAP)Publisher: Division 6 of the International Association ofApplied Psychology (IAAP)Editor: María Paz García-VeraAssociate Editor: Clara Gesteira, Noelia Morán, RocíoFausor, Pedro AltungyDesign: Rocío Fausor, Pedro AltungyCollaborators: Beatriz Cobos, Sara Escudero, RocíoFausor, Judit García, David Lozano,, Natalia Moreno,Roberto Navarro, Ines Rodriguez, Alejandro Zapardiel.Photos and illustrations: Clara GesteiraDisclaimer: The International Association of AppliedPsychology cannot be held responsible for errors or anyconsequences arising from the use of information contained inthis journal; the views and opinions expressed do notnecessarily reflect those of the International Association ofApplied Psychology.2
CONTENTSEXECUTIVE COMITTEE.CONNECTING MEMBERS: SURVEY.SHARING RESOURCES:I. Self help itor/jan08/recommended.asACTIVITIES:I. Events from January 2016 to June 2016.ACKNOWLEDGMENTS.3
EXECUTIVE COMITTEEPRESIDENTMaría Paz García VeraDepartment of Personality,Assessment and Clinical PsychologyComplutense University of MadridCampus de Somosaguas28223 - Pozuelo de Alarcón (Madrid)Spain.E-mail: mpgvera@psi.ucm.esPRESIDENT ELECTDaniel DodgenDirector,Division for At-Risk Individuals,Behavioral Health and Community Resilience,ASPRUnites States.E-mail: Daniel.dodgen@hhs.gov4
SHARING RESOURCESSelf Help Bookscommit to acting in ways that furtherGet out of your mind and intoyour life. Steven C. Hayes andSpencer Smiththose values.ACT is not about fighting your pain; it'sabout developing a willingness toembrace every experience life has tooffer. It's not about resisting youremotions;it'saboutfeelingthemcompletely and yet not turning yourchoices over to them. ACT offers you apath out of suffering by helping youchoose to live your life based on whatmatters to you most. If you're strugglingwith anxiety, depression, or problemAcceptance and commitment therapyanger, this book can help-clinical trials(ACT) is a new, scientifically basedsuggest that ACT is very effective for apsychotherapy that takes a fresh look atwhole range of psychological problems.why we suffer and even what it meansBut this is more than a self-help bookto be mentally healthy. What if painforwere a normal, unavoidable part of therevolutionary approach to living a richerhuman condition, but avoiding or tryingand more rewarding life. to control painful experience were thecauseofsufferingandalong-termspecificisaLearn why the very nature ofhumanproblems that can devastate your qualitycomplaint-itlanguagecancausesufferingof life? The ACT process hinges on this Escape the trap of avoidancedistinction between pain and suffering. Foster willingness to acceptAs you work through this book, you'llpainful experience learn to let go of your struggle againstpain, assess your values, and thenPractice mindfulness skills toachieve presence in the moment5
Discover the things you reallyrevolutionary concept of self-esteem.value mostSince then he has done more than anyCommittolivingavital,othermeaningful lifetheoristtodemonstratethesupreme importance of self-esteem toThis book has been awarded Thehuman well-being. Now he presents theAssociationandculminating achievement of a lifetimeCognitive Therapies Self-Help Seal ofof clinical practice and study. ImmenseMeritonin scope and vision, and filled withoutstanding self-help books that arebrilliant insights into human motivationconsistent with cognitive behavioraland behavior, Branden's new book istherapy (CBT) principles and thatalready being hailed as the gies for overcoming mental healthjudgments we pass in life, none is asdifficulties.inimportant as the judgment we pass onconjunction with therapy, our booksourselves. Nearly every psychologicaloffer powerful tools readers can use toproblem - from anxiety and depressionjump-start changes in their lives.to self-sabotage at work or at school,Usedaloneorfrom fear of intimacy to chronicThe six pillars of self esteem.Nathaniel Branden.hostility - is traceable to low self-esteem.In the chaotic and competitive world weface today, both personal happiness andeconomic survival rest on how well weunderstand self-esteem and nurture it inourselves and in others. Part I of thisprovocativebookdemonstratescompellingly why self-esteem is basicto psychological health, achievement,and positive relationships. It issues asummons to the hero within each of us.Nothing is more challenging than to liveby our own mind, judgment, and values.Nearly twenty-five years ago NathanielAndBranden's book: The Psychology ofnothingisultimatelymorerewarding. Part II introduces the sixSelf-Esteem introduced a new andpillars themselves: six action-based6
practices for daily living that providewho blurs the boundary of sexualthe foundation for the establishment andpropriety with one of his clients.maintenance of self-esteem. Filled withMarshal, who is haunted by his ownvivid personal examples, these chaptersobsessive-compulsivealsopowerfultroubled by the role money plays in hisincreasingdealings with his patients. Finally, therepersonal awareness and effectiveness.is Ernest Lash. Driven by his sincerePart III explores the importance of self-desireesteem in five keyareas: the workplace,psychoanalysis, he invents a radicallyparenting, education, psychotherapy,new approach to therapy -- a totallyand society at large. It provides concreteopen and honest relationship with isthreatensfaithtoisinhavemanagers, and therapists who aredevastating results.responsible for developing the self-Exposing the many lies that are told onesteem of others.and off the psychoanalyst's couch,"Lying on the Couch" gives readers atantalizing, almost illicit, glimpse atLying on the Couch. Irvin D.Yalom.what their therapists might really bethinkingduringtheirsessions.Fascinating, engrossing and relentlesslyintelligent, it ultimately moves readerswithadenouementofsurprisinghumanity and redemptive faith.The Pain Survival Guide: Howto Reclaim your Life. Dennis C.Turk and Frits Winter.A book which provides a provocativeexploration of the unusual relationshipsthree therapists form with their patients.Seymour is a therapist of the old school7
habitual behaviors in ways that reducepain; Combating the negative thinkingthat often accompanies pain; Regainingyourself-confidenceandtrustinyourself; The power of goal-setting andhumor; Dealing with the inevitablerelapsesandsetbacksonceimprovement has set in. Workbookexercises, behavior logs, and suggestedreadingshelpyouintegratetheselessons into your daily life and learn toIf you suffer from chronic pain, thislive well despite pain.proven 10-step program brings hopeand relief, showing you how gradualOvercoming Depression. OneStep at a Time. Michael E. Addisand Christopher R. Martell.changes in specific behaviors can leadto great improvements in your ability tocope. Psychologists Turk and Winters'recommendations are based on solidresearch that shows what works and ontheir success with thousands of patients.Unlike the authors of other pain books,they promise no miracle cures, but theydo help you learn not to let your bodypush you around so life becomesenjoyable again. and the deceptive waysit fools your body into unconstructivebehavior; Pacing your activity, so youbuild strength without overdoing orWhat if depression weren’t a disorderunderdoing it; Learning how to induceoccurring on its own but was rather adeep relaxation so you can begin tokind of signpost pointing at tangibleenjoy life again; Dealing with disturbedthings you needed to change in yoursleep and chronic fatigue; Improvinglife? This would radically alter not onlyyour relations with family and friends,the way you think about depression butand soliciting support; Changing your8
eorinovercome it.conjunction with therapy, our booksBehavioral activation therapy is built onoffer powerful tools readers can use tothis powerful, insightful assumption. Itsjump-start changes in their lives.techniques offer fast, effective relieffrom depression by guiding you to makeBeginningMindfulness:Learning the way of awareness.Andrew Weiss.positive and rewarding changes in yourlife. This simple, profound processreconnectsyoutothenaturallyoccurring rewards of a well-lived life,which are powerful antidotes to feelingsof depression.The workbook’s engaging exercisescreate a structured framework in whichyou are encouraged to focus on thoseactivities that will inspire you withfeelings of pleasure, mastery, andengagement. Learn to develop a list ofenjoyable activities or activities youKnowing that most people do not stopneed to engage in as a part of a normaltheir lives to engage in spiritual practice,and satisfying life. Begin with theeasiest(orsometimes,theBuddhist teacher Andrew Weiss hasmostalways taught the direct application ofindispensable) activities on your list,practice to daily life. While alsoand learn how to tackle them one byteaching sitting and walking meditation,one.he emphasizes mindfulness — theThis book has been awarded TheAssociationforBehavioralpractice of seeing every action as anandopportunityCognitive Therapies Self-Help Seal ofmeditativehoned his teachings into an effectiveoutstanding self-help books that areten-week course with progressive stepsconsistent with cognitive behavioraland home-play assignments. Beginningtherapy (CBT) principles and thatscientificallyawakeninquiry. Over the years, Andrew hasMerit — an award bestowed onincorporatetoMindfulness is intended for anyonetestedpracticing in daily life without thestrategies for overcoming mental health9
luxury of long meditation retreats.Weiss skillfully blends the traditions ofhis teachers into an easy and humorousprogram of learning the Buddhist art ofmindfulness, very useful for the naïve inthis practice.10
ACTIVITIESEVENTSJanuary – June 2016 Trauma Competency Conference: The 10 Core Competencies of Trauma, PTSD,Grief and Loss and Evidence-Based Trauma Treatments and InterventionsSeminar. January 14-15. Jackson, Mississippi (USA). 20th National Congress of the Italian Society of Psychopathology. February23-26. Milano, Italy. International Conference on Education, Language and Psychology (ELAP).February 24-25. Deira, Dubai. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy: Basics and Beyond and Advanced DialecticalBehaviour Therapy Seminar. Mach 15-16. Albuquerque, New York (USA). NZCCP Conference: Diversity in Clinical Practise. April 9-10. Wellington, NewZealand. 18th International Conference on Existential Psychology (ICEP). April 19-20.Istanbul, Turkey. 18th International Conference on Behavioral and Educational Psychology(ICBEP). May 19-20. Berlin, Germany. 10th Annual International Conference on Psychology. May 23-26. Athens,Greece. 18th International Conference on Psychology and Pharmacology (ICPP). May26-27. Barcelona, Spain. Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Provider Programme. June 20-22.Poole, England. American Psychological Association (APA) Summit on National Assessment ofPsychology. June 21-25. Green Bay, Wisconsin (USA).11
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The six pillars of self esteem. Nathaniel Branden. Nearly twenty-five years ago Nathaniel Branden's book: The Psychology of Self-Esteem introduced a new and revolutionary concept of self-esteem. Since then he has done more than any other theorist to demonstrate the supreme importance of self-esteem to human well-being.
