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Asen E., & Morris E. (2020). High ‐conflict parenting post‐separation: The making and breaking of family ties. London: Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 166 pp. $128.00
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Source: Journal of Marital and Family Therapy - October 20, 2021 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Erin J. Guyette, Samantha Baer Tags: BOOK REVIEW Source Type: research

Cornwell, C., & Woods, S. (Eds.). (2019).  Case studies in couple and family therapy: Through the lens of early career professionals. New York, NY: Routledge. 139 pp., $39.95
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Source: Journal of Marital and Family Therapy - October 20, 2021 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Katrina Svoboda, Yaliu He Tags: BOOK REVIEW Source Type: research

Satisfaction or connectivity?: Implications from the strong relationality model of flourishing couple relationships
AbstractA central feature of couple relationships research is the use of self-report measures of relationship satisfaction. Despite the widespread use of such measures in couples ’ research, scholars have raised critical questions about satisfaction-focused assessment, including concerns about taking an ontologically individualistic focus. Moving beyond ontological individualism, drawing from theStrong Relationality Model of Relationship Flourishing and data from 615 couples in the United States and Canada (N = 1230 individuals), we explored similarities and differences between assessments of relationship satisfaction ...
Source: Journal of Marital and Family Therapy - October 19, 2021 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Adam M. Galovan, Jason S. Carroll, David G. Schramm, Nathan D. Leonhardt, Johana Zuluaga, Siobahn E. M. McKenadel, McKenna R. Oleksuik Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

The relationship between therapist interventions and couples' emotional injury resolution in emotion focused couples therapy
This study aimed to examine the association between therapists' views regarding their interventions during a given session and the degree to which partners reported the session as helpful in resolving their unfinished business. Data from 22 couples who took part in the York Emotional Injury Project and received 10 –12 EFT-C sessions were analyzed using multilevel models. The primary findings revealed that when therapists reported using interventions that promoted acceptance of feelings and needs in a given session, both partners reported higher resolution levels in relation to their partner. Our results sug gest that int...
Source: Journal of Marital and Family Therapy - October 14, 2021 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Ofra Kula, Reut Machluf, Eran Bar ‐Kalifa, Ben Shahar Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

“Every time the phone rings, my heart stops”: Mothers’ emotional responses to having a young adult child with a substance use disorder
AbstractWhen a young adult develops a substance use disorder (SUD), a parent often assumes a caregiving role, and experiences burdens associated with this off-time life event (Kaur et al., 2018). Mothers and children reciprocally influence one another's emotional processes, impacting proximal process (Bronfenbrenner& Evans, 2000; Bronfenbrenner& Morris, 1998). The study purpose was to develop a theory of mothers ’ experiences of having a young adult child with a SUD. We conducted 14 semi-structured interviews with mothers who sought support from an online forum for parents of individuals with a SUD. We analyzed responses...
Source: Journal of Marital and Family Therapy - October 12, 2021 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Carissa D ’Aniello, Rachel Tambling, Maggie Smith, Ethan Jones, Melissa Silva Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Apart, but still together: Separated parents living in limbo during COVID ‐19
AbstractDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, parents face unprecedented challenges linked to social isolation, uncertainty about the future, and financial, employment, and school-related stress. Individuals who planned to separate and divorce before the pandemic now find their lives on hold. In this exploratory study of 14 women who completed an online survey of open- and closed-ended questions regarding the divorce process and parenting challenges during COVID-19, we were guided by family stress and resilience theory and a directed qualitative content analysis approach to generate a collective story of their experiences, which i...
Source: Journal of Marital and Family Therapy - October 10, 2021 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Katherine R. Allen, Abbie E. Goldberg Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Family relationships and the interpersonal theory of suicide in a clinically suicidal sample of adolescents
This study provides empirical support for earlier systemic work that proposes how family relationships may influence an adolescent's suicidal ideation. Finally, we provide practical clinical suggestions for how therapists may implement a systemic framework to address a suicidal adolescent and their family relationships. (Source: Journal of Marital and Family Therapy)
Source: Journal of Marital and Family Therapy - October 7, 2021 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Quintin A. Hunt, E. Stephanie Krauthamer Ewing, Lindsey M. Weiler, Feven A. Ogbaselase, Tai Mendenhall, Jenifer K. McGuire, Morgan Monet, Roger Kobak, Guy S. Diamond Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Dyadic parent –adolescent relationship quality as pathways from maternal childhood abuse to adolescent psychopathology
AbstractChildren of maternal caregivers abused in childhood are at increased risk for mental health problems including anxiety and depression. To date, most studies exploring the intergenerational transmission of trauma have focused on younger children, with far fewer studies investigating adolescent mental health. Previous research suggests that maternal childhood abuse negatively impacts the parent –adolescent relationship, which may contribute to the development and maintenance of adolescent mental health problems. The current study examined dyadic reports of maternal–adolescent relationship quality as mediators lin...
Source: Journal of Marital and Family Therapy - September 30, 2021 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Michael Fitzgerald, Jacob Esplin, Lindsay Wright, Nathan Hardy, Kami Gallus Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Examining quality time as a mediator of dyadic change in a randomized controlled trial of relationship education for low ‐income couples
AbstractResearch identifying specific mechanisms of positive change for couples participating in relationship education is scant. Recent studies have identified the potential of communication skills as a likely mechanism, yet more information is needed about the contribution of process factors. Thus, we examined the influence that quality time spent together had on positive post-intervention outcomes based on couples ’ reports of dyadic coping and dyadic adjustment for 1,367 low-income couples randomly assigned to receive relationship education. Results indicated that treatment couples reported significant gains in qual...
Source: Journal of Marital and Family Therapy - September 29, 2021 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Ryan G. Carlson, Sejal M. Barden, Lauren Locklear, Dalena Dillman Taylor, Nakita Carroll Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

The value of using emotions in solution focused brief therapy
AbstractA commonly stated critique of Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is a lack of attention to the client's emotional experience and the use of emotion as a mechanism for producing meaningful change. We review and define the current research regarding emotion, feeling, and affect and its value and relevance to the clinical application of SFBT. We also provide a brief history of the SFBT model and its documented emphasis on cognitive and behavioral change versus emotional change. In embodying the spirit of this approach for examining what works and doing more of it, we propose a next step of SFBT to more overtly atte...
Source: Journal of Marital and Family Therapy - September 14, 2021 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Cecil R. Walker, Adam S. Froerer, Natalia Gourlay ‐Fernandez Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

A framework for incorporating physical activity in treatment: Competencies, guidelines, and implications for family therapists
AbstractPhysical activity can have a profound impact on the cognitive, emotional, and social aspects of our clients ’ lives, and can even boost and sustain therapy outcomes. And yet, family therapists may not be trained or educated in the importance of physical activity nor how to assess, educate, and collaborate with health professionals to incorporate physical activity in treatment. As the evidence grows on t he connection between physical activity and biopsychosocial functioning and more family therapists enter medical and healthcare settings, a framework for physical activity competencies is needed. As such, the purp...
Source: Journal of Marital and Family Therapy - September 4, 2021 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Josh R. Novak, Faith K. Ellis Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Couple and family therapy for substance use disorders: Evidence ‐based update 2010–2019
This article updates the evidence-based on couple and family therapy interventions for substance use disorders (SUD) since publication of the previous JMFT reviews in 2012. It first summarizes previous reviews along with findings from more recent reviews and meta-analytic studies. It then presents study design and methods criteria used to select 13  studies of couple and family therapy for level of support evaluation. Cumulative level of support designations are then determined for identified treatment approaches. Findings indicate that systemic family therapy is well-established as a standalone treatment, and behavioral ...
Source: Journal of Marital and Family Therapy - August 26, 2021 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Aaron Hogue, Jeremiah A. Schumm, Alexandra MacLean, Molly Bobek Tags: INVITED REVIEW Source Type: research

Family based treatment of anxiety disorders: A review of the literature (2010 –2019)
AbstractAnxiety disorders are the most common and impairing mental health problems across the lifespan. Familial factors are strongly implicated in the onset and maintenance of anxiety, but available evidence-based treatments are usually individual-focused. The aim of this review was to evaluate the current evidence base (2010 –2019) of family based interventions addressing youth and adult anxiety and highlight findings comparing family based and individual-focused treatments. A systematic literature search was conducted. Articles were considered if they targeted primarily anxiety-related issues and utilized a randomize ...
Source: Journal of Marital and Family Therapy - August 24, 2021 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Pauline Goger, V. Robin Weersing Tags: INVITED REVIEW Source Type: research

Systemic interventions for traumatic event exposure: A 2010 –2019 decade review
AbstractTrauma exposure is a pervasive issue worldwide. People exposed to traumatic events may develop PTSD, depression, anxiety, and other mental health symptoms. Family and intimate partner relationship problems also are frequently associated with trauma exposure. The purpose of this study was to conduct a systematic research synthesis of the empirical evidence on systemic interventions for traumatic event exposure from 2010 to 2019. A search of peer-reviewed research resulted in 31 articles that met inclusion criteria and were included in this review. Systemic interventions were grouped by modality (e.g., parent-child, ...
Source: Journal of Marital and Family Therapy - August 23, 2021 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Lenore M. McWey Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Impact of repeating somatic cues on the depth of experiencing for withdrawers and pursuers in emotionally focused couple therapy
AbstractEmotionally Focused Couple Therapy, an experiential modality, views emotion central to therapeutic change. In this exploratory study, we examined therapists' repetition of somatically focused interventions (therapist verbalizing somatic cues, such as facial expressions) and their impact on clients' emotional experiencing in-session. We also assessed difference for withdrawing versus pursuing partners. The sample included 13 EFT therapists who worked with one couple each for a single session. From transcripts we coded therapists' repetition of somatically focused interventions and clients' depth of experiencing pre-...
Source: Journal of Marital and Family Therapy - August 2, 2021 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Sari Kailanko, Stephanie A. Wiebe, Giorgio A. Tasca, Aarno A. Laitila Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research