1. Discuss the usefulness of theories an models in relation to clinical practice. How can sicence and theory help, if treatment is unhelpful
Theories usefulness in clinical practice
How can science help, if treatment is unhelpful
How can theory help, if treatment is unhelpful
Psychology theories can be used to understand and predict behaviour in a wide range of settings
Cognitive Behavioural
Psychoanalytic theory
Behavioural theory
Biological
Psychodynamic theory
Humanistic theory
Identify psych issues and find the best ways to treat them.
We can use theory to go back to our formulation and find a treatment plan that best suits the client. Re-formulating is key and an ongoing process.
How can we find out what might best suit the client?
Ask the client. What do they enjoy doing? Areas where they feel motivated and find enjoyment and tailor a treatment plan that accesses that area.
a systematically organized body of knowledge on a particular subject
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Theory: a set of principles on which the practice of an activity is based
Models usefulness in clinical practice
Cognitive
Psychodynamic
Behavioural
Psychanalytic
Biological
Humanistic
Beck's - early life-stressor experiences lead to adult problems
Cognitive Negative Triad 