01:830:101 Chapter Notes - Chapter 14: Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Mental Health Professional, Psychotherapy

• School: Rutgers University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: 01:830:101
• Professor: Foels

Document Summary

Deinstitutionalization - full integration of those suffering from mental disorders with (regular) people in society; mass movement of patients with psychological disorders out of institutions, and the attempt to reintegrate them into the community. Biomedical therapy - drugs and other medical interventions that target the biological basis of a disorder, goal is to reduce symptoms. Psychotherapy - talk therapy, client works with mental health professional to reduce psychological symptoms and improve quality of life. Insight therapies - type of psychotherapy, goal is to increase awareness of the self and one"s environment. Behavior therapies - type of therapy that focuses on behavior change. Therapists often incorporate many different perspectives or use a combined approach. Eclectic approach to therapy - drawing on multiple theories and approaches to provide specific and suitable treatment for a client. Evidence-based practice - making treatment decisions that utilize the best available research findings, clinical expertise, and knowledge of a patient"s culture, values, and preferences.