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Psychology

Psychology


CLINICAL GEROPSYCHOLOGY: MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES IN LATE LIFE

With Patricia A. Arean, PhD

The population of people in the United States over the age of 65 is one of the most rapidly growing groups in America. Therefore, it is essential for therapists who work closely with older adults to be able to define and administer an effective course of therapeutic treatment.

For older adults with mental health issues, problem-solving skills can weaken as a result of cognitive decline in late life. Problem-solving therapy is especially suited for work with older adults because it encourages the client to define his or her problems concretely in terms of the stimuli, responses, and consequences.

In this video, Dr. Patricia Arean demonstrates the effective use of problem-solving therapy with a 62 year old retired woman who is the sole caregiver of her grandchild, as well as both of her parents. The client has been struggling with depression, severe mood swings, and sleeplessness for about five years.

DVD (Closed Captioned) / 2014 / 100 minutes

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CLINICAL GEROPSYCHOLOGY: WORKING WITH CAREGIVERS OF THOSE WITH DEMENTIA

With Susan M. McCurry, PhD

With a continuously increasing aging population in the United States, there has been a commensurate rise in cases of dementia as well as incidences of adults assuming caregiving for family members and spouses.

Because dementia is a progressive deterioration in cognitive functions that leads to intellectual, emotional, and behavioral changes, it presents significant challenges to the patient and caregiver alike. Often, the caregivers of older adults with dementia experience feelings of depression and anxiety as they attempt to care for their loved ones.

In this video, Dr. Susan M. McCurry discusses and demonstrates her contextual approach to working specifically with caregivers of those who have been diagnosed with dementia. Dr. McCurry meets with a middle-aged husband and wife who equally share the responsibility of taking care of the husband's mother, who has been diagnosed with dementia. Dr. McCurry helps the clients discuss their personal choices and cope with their life-altering transitions.

DVD (Closed Captioned) / 2014 / 100 minutes

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PSYCHOLOGY BEHIND TODAY'S ADVERTISING, THE

Today, consumers are continuously exposed to advertising. Therefore, it's imperative that advertisers understand the psychology behind buying motives when creating advertising & buying media. Discussed are the psychological dispositions of different consumer groups and the rationale behind common creative appeals. Shows research-proven psychological insights used in selecting traditional media as well as Internet advertising, permission email, & social media. Includes print ads, TV commercials, Internet ads & short comments by advertising professionals. This video is fast-pasted in HD to keep student interest.

DVD / 2014 / 22 minutes

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CLINICAL GEROPSYCHOLOGY: COGNITIVE-BEHAVIORAL THERAPY FOR LATE-LIFE DEPRESSION

With Dolores Gallagher-Thompson, PhD, ABPP

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is an effective and appropriate approach for late-life depression because it is problem focused, examining and treating present-day problems that negatively impact the client's quality of life. Established empirical studies support the use of standard CBT with older clients, and subsequent research has reinforced CBT's effectiveness when tailored to fit the needs of this prominent population.

In this video, Dr. Dolores Gallagher-Thompson works with an older woman with depression, demonstrating the technical assets of CBT while skillfully building an effective therapeutic relationship with the client.

DVD (Closed Captioned) / 2013 / 100 minutes

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INTERCULTURAL CONNECTIONS IN PSYCHOLOGY: THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS IN ETHIOPIA AND THE U.S.

Traditionally, psychologists have focused on what goes wrong in people's lives rather than what's going right, but theorists now are shifting their attention to the dynamics of thriving individuals and communities. Approaching the concept from diverse cultural perspectives, this program identifies factors that lead to lasting happiness for both American and Ethiopian students. Dr. Alexis Karris Bachic provides an overview of positive psychology as she debunks the notion that lottery winners must be happier than the poor; and while the two groups of students pursue joy in different ways, Bachic maintains that gratitude, pursuing goals, and good personal relationships are fundamental to well-being across all cultures.

DVD / 2013 / 19 minutes

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INTERCULTURAL CONNECTIONS IN PSYCHOLOGY: THE ROLE OF ALTRUISM IN A MEANINGFUL LIFE

Although Ethiopia and the U.S. are worlds apart economically, citizens of both countries cite the same factors when asked what makes their lives meaningful. Is it possible that humanitarian ideals could play a part once a community's basic survival needs are met? This program discusses the role of altruism in personal happiness, profiling individuals from vastly different cultures who all say that helping others is key. Experts in positive psychology explain how the charitable impulse relates to well-being, and the link is further explored when African and American volunteers from four international philanthropic groups tell why they get involved. In addition, the video looks at how, when, and why altruism develops in children.

DVD / 2013 / 28 minutes

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CLINICAL GEROPSYCHOLOGY: ASSISTED LIVING DECISIONS IN PSYCHOTHERAPY

With Claudia Drossel, PhD

Assisted living decisions are often thought of as merely residential choices, but they reflect a host of considerations: Finances, healthcare, and concerns about new and unknown environments are key elements to consider during this complex process.

In this video, Claudia Drossel demonstrates an approach to therapy with caregivers and their loved ones in which the therapist's role is to put the clients' personal history and values in context as they explore the best care options for the clients' circumstances.

In this session, Dr. Drossel works with the daughter and caregiver of an elderly woman who has recently experienced a medical crisis. Although the client is not yet aware of her mother's prognosis, she struggles with an urgent need to take action immediately to protect her mother. Dr. Drossel guides the client toward being a more effective advocate for her mother as they discuss assisted living options that are supportive and in line with her mother's needs.

DVD (Closed Captioned) / 2012 / 100 minutes

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PSYCHOLOGY AND THE NEW HEROISM

PHILIP ZIMBARDO and DANIEL ELLSBERG in conversation

Philip Zimbardo is Professor Emeritus of Psychology at Stanford University and creator of the well-known Stanford Prison Experiment. Daniel Ellsberg is a former analyst at the Rand Corporation and served in the Pentagon under Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara. An author and political activist, he is best known as the whistleblower who released documents to the public which detailed the secrets and lies that shaped three decades of American foreign policy in Vietnam-documents which became known as the Pentagon Papers.

These two icons of progressive thought in America met for the first time to discuss a salient question for our times: Why are some people willing to take courageous nonviolent action in defense of ethical principles - even at personal risk to themselves? This video captures that conversation and calls for a new era of truth-telling or whistle blowing by citizens privy to crucial and often classified information that the public deserves to know. Zimbardo and Ellsberg also call for a new ethic of accountability by those leaders who govern the United States, its judiciary and its military.

They challenge ordinary people to do extraordinary things-to envision themselves as active and empowered and willing to take calculated risks in the service of their conscience and their fellow citizens. This defines the New Heroism. Students of psychology, sociology, political science, and recent United States history will find much to learn from this poignant and historic encounter.

Note: Not Available in USA and Canada.

DVD / 2012 / 87 minutes

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SPORT PSYCHOLOGY AND RETURN TO PLAY: DOES THE HEAD LAG BEHIND THE KNEE? (OR VICE VERSA?)

By Daniel Fulham O'Neill

Sport Psychology and Return to Play: Does the Head Lag Behind the Knee? (Or Vice Versa?) looks at the mind-body connection to the question of "when are individuals ready to return to activity?" The DVD explores the issue of whether psychological healing follows physical healing or vice versa. The DVD also offers suggestions about what practitioners can do about making a sound decision about return-to-play determinations.

  • Does the head lag behind the knee?
  • Does the knee lag behind the head?
  • Case studies
  • What can we do?
  • My best advice
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    DVD / 2010 / 38 minutes

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    MEN AND MASCULINITY: POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY WITH MALE CLIENTS

    With Mark S. Kiselica, PhD, HSPP, NCC, LPC

    In Positive Psychology With Male Clients, Dr. Mark S. Kiselica demonstrates his active, strength-focused approach to working with men. Positive psychology focuses on client strengths rather than psychopathology, which works well with male clients, as many men feel uncomfortable appearing vulnerable and being open with strangers.

    Throughout the process of building rapport and assessing therapeutic issues, Dr. Kiselica looks for the good in the client and shares what he sees through comments and observations. These comments not only build the therapeutic relationship but also encourage expansion of positive attributes in the client. As the client's strengths grow over time, these positive traits will displace most dysfunctional behaviors.

    In this session, Dr. Kiselica works with a male client in his late 20s who feels a lot of pressure in his life to provide for his girlfriend and their son. By emphasizing the client's strengths as a provider and a father, Dr. Kiselica helps him to see how much he has to offer and how he is in many respects already living up to his vision of what it means to be a good man.

    DVD (Closed Captioned) / 2008 / 100 minutes

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    PSYCHOLOGY OF EXERCISE ADHERENCE

    By Stephen Tharrett

    Psychology of Exercise Adherence features an overview of the key behavioral principles related to exercise adherence. The DVD details the underlying factors that help influence individuals to stick with their exercise program. The DVD also explains how this information can be used by health/fitness professionals to enhance the effectiveness of the exercise prescriptions that they develop and to increase the likelihood that their clients will stick to their suggested exercise regimen.

    Among the topics covered:

  • Basic model for behavioral change
  • The antecedent stage
  • The adoption stage
  • The maintenance stage
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    DVD / 2008 / 36 minutes

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    PSYCHOLOGY OF MEMBERSHIP AND PERSONAL-TRAINING SALES, THE: BREAKING DOWN THE BARRIERS!

    By Chris Gallo

    The Psychology of Membership and Personal-Training Sales: Breaking Down the Barriers! presents a comprehensive overview of the various company's membership and personal-training sales systems. The DVD details the actual behavioral theories that come into play during the "fitness-sales" processes. The DVD also offers specific "how-to" protocols for clubs to follow to help create the perfect sales culture, while satisfying the behavioral needs of all guests and prospects.

    Among the topics covered:

  • Transtheoretical model (TTM)
  • The profiling matrix
  • Breaking down the barriers
  • Personal-training sales
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    DVD / 2008 / 55 minutes

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    PSYCHOLOGY OF WEIGHT LOSS, THE

    By Robert Lawrence Friedman

    The Psychology of Weight Loss offers a program that focuses on understanding the basic factors involved in the hows and whys of losing and gaining weight. The DVD presents various solutions for developing a greater relationship with yourself and explains the positive role that emotional awareness can play in effective weight management.

    Among the topics covered:

  • The difference between physical hunger and emotional hunger
  • The importance of embracing your emotions
  • The relationship of abuse and weight gain
  • Effective strategies for losing weight through emotional awareness
  • Understanding society's preoccupation with diet and weight
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    DVD / 2008 / 40 minutes

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    SPECIFIC TREATMENTS FOR SPECIFIC POPULATIONS: PERFORMANCE PSYCHOLOGY

    With Charles H. Brown, Jr., PhD

    In Performance Psychology, Dr. Charles H. Brown Jr. demonstrates his approach to working with clients seeking to enhance or improve their performance. Performance psychology is the systematic application of psychological principles and techniques to performance, particularly when there is a time element and one must perform on demand.

    Performance clients typically have skills and abilities that have allowed them to achieve various levels of success in their selected areas of performance. The performance psychologist's goal is to help the clients build on and broaden their skills and learn new habits to help perform consistently at high levels in pressure situations.

    In this session, Dr. Brown works with a young woman who seeks to increase her running distance so she can complete a half marathon. Although this example involves a recreational athlete, the model and principles are applicable to all contexts in which an individual must perform under pressure: elite athletes, performing artists, business persons, and individuals dealing with life and death situations such as those encountered in medicine, the military, and law enforcement.

    DVD (Closed Captioned) / 2008 / 100 minutes

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    PERFORMATIVE PSYCHOLOGY: THE EMBODIMENT OF EMOTIONS

    By Gergen, Mary & Gergen, Kenneth J.

    The Gergens demonstrate the power of embodiment of emotion rather than just talking about feelings in this brief and amusing interview.They also recommend some helpful exercises for students.

    DVD / 26 minutes

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