Pub Date : 2020-09-01DOI: 10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.116.5
Hannah R. Slack, Alex Lloyd, Brad Kennedy, J. Urquhart
{"title":"Highlighting the racial inequality present within academia: PsyPAG’s response to the Black Lives Matter movement","authors":"Hannah R. Slack, Alex Lloyd, Brad Kennedy, J. Urquhart","doi":"10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.116.5","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.116.5","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":166013,"journal":{"name":"PsyPag Quarterly","volume":"49 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123259929","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2020-09-01DOI: 10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.116.10
Ada Dys, H. Burton, Katie Emmison
Coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) has impacted the role of many assistant psychologists (APs) in the UK. Whilst some have adapted service delivery, others have been faced with deployment or re-deployment. Many APs have faced unique and unprecedented challenges, experiences, and stressors which have not yet been captured. It has been highlighted that exploring such experiences are key to informing future preventative strategies and practice. Reflection is an integral part of practicing psychology and enables a practitioner to develop a better understanding of their experiences and consider what they could do differently in the future. This article presents reflective accounts from three APs working during the Covid-19 pandemic, focusing on areas pertinent to clinical psychology.
{"title":"Rising to the challenge: Being an assistant psychologist during the Covid-19 global pandemic","authors":"Ada Dys, H. Burton, Katie Emmison","doi":"10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.116.10","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.116.10","url":null,"abstract":"Coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) has impacted the role of many assistant psychologists (APs) in the UK. Whilst some have adapted service delivery, others have been faced with deployment or re-deployment. Many APs have faced unique and unprecedented challenges, experiences, and stressors which have not yet been captured. It has been highlighted that exploring such experiences are key to informing future preventative strategies and practice. Reflection is an integral part of practicing psychology and enables a practitioner to develop a better understanding of their experiences and consider what they could do differently in the future. This article presents reflective accounts from three APs working during the Covid-19 pandemic, focusing on areas pertinent to clinical psychology.","PeriodicalId":166013,"journal":{"name":"PsyPag Quarterly","volume":"40 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116493023","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2020-06-01DOI: 10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.17
Darel Cookson
Conspiracy theories are alternative explanations of important events which attribute their cause to secret plots by powerful, malevolent forces and they are widespread in society. This discussion paper firstly outlines belief in conspiracy theories and how they can be detrimental for the smooth running of society, with a focus on Covid-19 conspiracy beliefs. Then, my PhD research is introduced which focuses on potential strategies for targeted interventions to be developed to reduce some of the potential negative consequences of conspiracy beliefs.
{"title":"Contagious conspiracy theories and potential pathways to address them","authors":"Darel Cookson","doi":"10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.17","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.17","url":null,"abstract":"Conspiracy theories are alternative explanations of important events which attribute their cause to secret plots by powerful, malevolent forces and they are widespread in society. This discussion paper firstly outlines belief in conspiracy theories and how they can be detrimental for the smooth running of society, with a focus on Covid-19 conspiracy beliefs. Then, my PhD research is introduced which focuses on potential strategies for targeted interventions to be developed to reduce some of the potential negative consequences of conspiracy beliefs.","PeriodicalId":166013,"journal":{"name":"PsyPag Quarterly","volume":"35 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125597342","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2020-06-01DOI: 10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.41
Farah Elahi
In this article I provide an overview of the 5th International Conference on Youth Mental Health, which takes place once every two years. This three day conference is organised by the International Association for Youth Mental Health (IAYMH), a membership-based organisation for professionals, researchers, policymakers, young people, parents and organisations. The conference is hosted in a different global city and is delivered in partnership with young people.
{"title":"The 5th International Conference on Youth Mental Health 2019, Brisbane, Australia","authors":"Farah Elahi","doi":"10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.41","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.41","url":null,"abstract":"In this article I provide an overview of the 5th International Conference on Youth Mental Health, which takes place once every two years. This three day conference is organised by the International Association for Youth Mental Health (IAYMH), a membership-based organisation for professionals, researchers, policymakers, young people, parents and organisations. The conference is hosted in a different global city and is delivered in partnership with young people.","PeriodicalId":166013,"journal":{"name":"PsyPag Quarterly","volume":"117 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"115570469","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2020-06-01DOI: 10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.5
Alex Lloyd, B. Kennedy, Hannah R. Slack, J. Urquhart
{"title":"Postgraduate study during Covid-19","authors":"Alex Lloyd, B. Kennedy, Hannah R. Slack, J. Urquhart","doi":"10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.5","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.5","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":166013,"journal":{"name":"PsyPag Quarterly","volume":"27 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125723726","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2020-06-01DOI: 10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.7
Richard D’Amelio, Thomas J. Dunn
Angular direction estimation to landmarks of varying distance in the physical environment was utilised to investigate the ecological validity of the Santa Barbara sense of direction scale (SBSOD). Two- and three-dimensional MR measures were included to enable further the scale applicability. Results showed a moderate correlation between SBSOD and angular deviation from landmarks in the immediate landscape, but not with local or distant landmarks. Moreover, the findings suggest that skills which underlie three-dimensional MR better relate to pointing accuracy (PA) of distant landmarks and the cardinal direction, North. Results also showed a gender-related systematic biases in landmark estimation.
{"title":"Revisiting the Santa Barbara sense of direction scale, mental rotations, and gender differences in spatial orientation","authors":"Richard D’Amelio, Thomas J. Dunn","doi":"10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.7","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.7","url":null,"abstract":"Angular direction estimation to landmarks of varying distance in the physical environment was utilised to investigate the ecological validity of the Santa Barbara sense of direction scale (SBSOD). Two- and three-dimensional MR measures were included to enable further the scale applicability. Results showed a moderate correlation between SBSOD and angular deviation from landmarks in the immediate landscape, but not with local or distant landmarks. Moreover, the findings suggest that skills which underlie three-dimensional MR better relate to pointing accuracy (PA) of distant landmarks and the cardinal direction, North. Results also showed a gender-related systematic biases in landmark estimation.","PeriodicalId":166013,"journal":{"name":"PsyPag Quarterly","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"128489461","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2020-06-01DOI: 10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.33
Stefania Pagani
Gender based violence is one of the most common types of violence. It is key to examine this type of violence in young people to understand how it forms, and how it can be prevented. Most violence among adolescents takes place in front of others, rendering the role of bystanders one of utmost importance. Examining bystander behaviour provides an insight into factors which may impact on intervening in violent situations. However, studies tend to examine a limited number of factors which can involve overlooking other important influences. This article argues the need for a more comprehensive framework in order to effectively examine bystander intervention behaviour.
{"title":"Towards a comprehensive framework of assessing bystander intervention behaviour among adolescents in the context of gender based violence","authors":"Stefania Pagani","doi":"10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.33","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.33","url":null,"abstract":"Gender based violence is one of the most common types of violence. It is key to examine this type of violence in young people to understand how it forms, and how it can be prevented. Most violence among adolescents takes place in front of others, rendering the role of bystanders one of utmost importance. Examining bystander behaviour provides an insight into factors which may impact on intervening in violent situations. However, studies tend to examine a limited number of factors which can involve overlooking other important influences. This article argues the need for a more comprehensive framework in order to effectively examine bystander intervention behaviour.","PeriodicalId":166013,"journal":{"name":"PsyPag Quarterly","volume":"6 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133328408","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2020-06-01DOI: 10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.28
Elizabeth James
Transference is a central concept in psychodynamic theory and its role in the analytic work has provided fruitful discussion for later thinkers. In this paper, I discuss transference and holding the frame through the examination of case study material. Klein’s revisions to the concept of transference is considered alongside the enactment of defence mechanisms through the transference. However, the concept of countertransference has been less well examined: explanations here are also considered. I discuss the concept of transference as a possible interpretative model for the impact of domination or of unjust power structures on the individual’s subjectivity. In doing so, I critically review the development of transference in the literature and its usage in therapeutic practice.
{"title":"A critical analysis of the concept of transference in psychodynamic therapy","authors":"Elizabeth James","doi":"10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.28","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.28","url":null,"abstract":"Transference is a central concept in psychodynamic theory and its role in the analytic work has provided fruitful discussion for later thinkers. In this paper, I discuss transference and holding the frame through the examination of case study material. Klein’s revisions to the concept of transference is considered alongside the enactment of defence mechanisms through the transference. However, the concept of countertransference has been less well examined: explanations here are also considered. I discuss the concept of transference as a possible interpretative model for the impact of domination or of unjust power structures on the individual’s subjectivity. In doing so, I critically review the development of transference in the literature and its usage in therapeutic practice.","PeriodicalId":166013,"journal":{"name":"PsyPag Quarterly","volume":"28 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"121999008","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2020-06-01DOI: 10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.23
Olly Robertson, Michael Scott Evans
Cronbach’s alpha (α) is the most widely used statistic denoting a scale’s internal reliability. Higher internal reliability is associated with greater confidence in the scale and the associated conclusions made from the results. Cronbach’s alpha is often used without consideration of the factors which may mediate coefficient statistics. The current report provides suggestions for future authors to improve their understanding of, inferences made from, and writing about Cronbach’s alpha.
{"title":"Just how reliable is your internal reliability? An overview of Cronbach’s alpha (α)","authors":"Olly Robertson, Michael Scott Evans","doi":"10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.23","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.23","url":null,"abstract":"Cronbach’s alpha (α) is the most widely used statistic denoting a scale’s internal reliability. Higher internal reliability is associated with greater confidence in the scale and the associated conclusions made from the results. Cronbach’s alpha is often used without consideration of the factors which may mediate coefficient statistics. The current report provides suggestions for future authors to improve their understanding of, inferences made from, and writing about Cronbach’s alpha.","PeriodicalId":166013,"journal":{"name":"PsyPag Quarterly","volume":"15 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"132678762","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2020-06-01DOI: 10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.43
M. Whitehorn
{"title":"The Psychology of Effective Studying: How to Succeed in Your Degree, by Paul Penn","authors":"M. Whitehorn","doi":"10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.43","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.53841/bpspag.2020.1.115.43","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":166013,"journal":{"name":"PsyPag Quarterly","volume":"345 ","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131437411","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}