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The American Psychotherapy Association's goal is to improve the public perception of psychotherapy. In recent years, the psychotherapeutic process has been devalued by insurance companies, the court system, and other professional membership associations. The APA promotes the field of psychotherapy and those professionals who are committed to the practice. APA encourages individual professional growth and works to elevate professional standards for practicing psychotherapy.

Pharmacotherapy of Combat-stress-related Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

A number of veterans from Operation Iraqi Freedom/Operation Enduring Freedom (OIF/OEF) are returning home with signs of combat-stress-related Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). In a recent study, 16.6% of the soldiers met the screening criteria for PTSD. On average, they showed a significant increase in sick visits, missed workdays, severity of somatic symptoms, and poorer overall health (Hoge et al., 2007). Read

By: American Psychotherapy Association | 05/03/2008 | Mental Health

Strategies for Understanding and Assessing Suicide Risk in Psychotherapy

Suicide assessment is one of the most daunting tasks asked of psychotherapists, as clinicians are often faced with evaluating a client’s suicidality at a moment’s notice. psychotherapists to be continually aware of knowledge and skills related to current assessment practices, this article provides a brief update on suicide risk factors, myths about suicide, and suicide assessment strategies. Simple tips and resources for further information and training are also inclu Read

By: American Psychotherapy Association | 05/03/2008 | Mental Health