Relational Frame Theory

Author : Niklas Torneke
Publisher : New Harbinger Publications
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2010-11-01
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781572249080

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Learning RFT by Niklas Torneke Pdf

Relational frame theory, or RFT, is the little-understood behavioral theory behind a recent development in modern psychology: the shift from the cognitive paradigm underpinning cognitive behavioral therapy to a new understanding of language and cognition. Learning RFT presents a basic yet comprehensive introduction to this fascinating theory, which forms the basis of acceptance and commitment therapy. The book also offers practical guidance for directly applying it in clinical work. In the book, author Niklas Törneke presents the building blocks of RFT: language as a particular kind of relating, derived stimulus relations, and transformation of stimulus functions. He then shows how these concepts are essential to understanding acceptance and commitment therapy and other therapeutic models. Learning RFT shows how to use experiential exercises and metaphors in psychological treatment and explains how they can help your clients. This book belongs on the bookshelves of psychologists, psychotherapists, students, and others seeking to deepen their understanding of psychological treatment from a behavioral perspective.

Author : Simon Dymond,Bryan Roche
Publisher : New Harbinger Publications
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2013-05-01
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781608824496

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Advances in Relational Frame Theory by Simon Dymond,Bryan Roche Pdf

As acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) increases in popularity among clinicians, it becomes more and more vital to understand its theoretical basis, relational frame theory (RFT). RFT is a psychological theory of human language and cognition, developed by Steven C. Hayes. It focuses on how humans learn language and how language connects them to their environment. In essence, our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are dependent on our experiences and the context that these experiences provide. Edited by leading relational frame theory (RFT) scholars, Simon Dymond, PhD, and Bryan Roche, PhD, Advances in Relational Frame Theory presents advances in all aspects of RFT research over the last decade, and provides a greater understanding of the core principles of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). The book also contains chapters written by Steven C. Hayes and Kelly Wilson, both research-active experts from the RFT community around the world. Because ACT is focused largely on accepting one’s thoughts, it is important to understand where these thoughts come from. And while many books on RFT are abstract and require extensive knowledge of behavior analysis, this is the first book to comprehensively but accessibly introduce RFT to ACT mental health professionals. Gaining a deeper knowledge of the relational concepts of RFT can help you understand why a person's behavior does not always match up with their self-professed values. Whether you are a mental health professional, or simply someone who is interested in the connection between language and experience, this book is an invaluable resource.

Author : Steven C. Hayes,Dermot Barnes-Holmes,Bryan Roche
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2014-01-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1475775202

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Relational Frame Theory by Steven C. Hayes,Dermot Barnes-Holmes,Bryan Roche Pdf

Author : B. F. Skinner
Publisher : B. F. Skinner Foundation
Page : 413 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2014-05-26
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780989983907

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Verbal Behavior by B. F. Skinner Pdf

In 1934, at the age of 30, B. F. Skinner found himself at a dinner sitting next to Professor Alfred North Whitehead. Never one to lose an opportunity to promote behaviorism, Skinner expounded its main tenets to the distinguished philosopher. Whitehead acknowledged that science might account for most of human behavior but he would not include verbal behavior. He ended the discussion with a challenge: "Let me see you," he said, "account for my behavior as I sit here saying, 'No black scorpion is falling upon this table.'" The next morning Skinner began this book. It took him over twenty years to complete. This book extends the laboratory-based principles of selection by consequences to account for what people say, write, gesture, and think. Skinner argues that verbal behavior requires a separate analysis because it does not operate on the environment directly, but rather through the behavior of other people in a verbal community. He illustrates his thesis with examples from literature, the arts, and sciences, as well as from his own verbal behavior and that of his colleagues and children. Perhaps it is because this theoretical work provides a way to approach that most human of human behavior that Skinner ofter called Verbal Behavior his most important work.

Author : Steven C. Hayes,Dermot Barnes-Holmes,Bryan Roche
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2007-05-08
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780306476389

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Relational Frame Theory by Steven C. Hayes,Dermot Barnes-Holmes,Bryan Roche Pdf

This volume goes beyond theory and gives the empirical and conceptual tools to conduct an experimental analysis of virtually every substantive topic in human language and cognition, both basic and applied. It challenges behavioral psychology to abandon many of the specific theoretical formulations of its most prominent historical leader in the domain of complex human behavior, especially in human language and cognition, and approach the field from a new direction. It will be of interest to behavior theorists, cognitive psychologists, therapists, and educators.

Author : Robert D. Zettle,Steven C. Hayes,Dermot Barnes-Holmes,Anthony Biglan
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 564 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2016-01-19
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781118489567

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The Wiley Handbook of Contextual Behavioral Science by Robert D. Zettle,Steven C. Hayes,Dermot Barnes-Holmes,Anthony Biglan Pdf

The Wiley Handbook of Contextual Behavioral Science describes the philosophical and empirical foundation of the contextual behavioral science movement; it explores the history and goals of CBS, explains its core analytic assumptions, and describes Relational Frame Theory as a research and practice program. This is the first thorough examination of the philosophy, basic science, applied science, and applications of Contextual Behavioral Science Brings together the philosophical and empirical contributions that CBS is making to practical efforts to improve human wellbeing Organized and written in such a way that it can be read in its entirety or on a section-by-section basis, allowing readers to choose how deeply they delve into CBS Extensive coverage of this wide ranging and complex area that encompasses both a rich basic experimental tradition and in-depth clinical application of that experimental knowledge Looks at the development of RFT, and its implications for alleviating human suffering

Author : Steven C. Hayes,Frank W. Bond,Dermot Barnes-Holmes,John Austin
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2013-10-23
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781317786375

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Acceptance and Mindfulness at Work by Steven C. Hayes,Frank W. Bond,Dermot Barnes-Holmes,John Austin Pdf

An innovative and effective approach to organizational behavioral management Despite more than 40 years of empirical and conceptual research, the contribution of behavior analysis to the world of business remains relatively small and organizational behavior management gets little attention in both the academic and professional communities. Acceptance and Mindfulness at Work presents behavioral analysis of human language that’s ready to use, with applied extensions proven to have a significant impact in organizational settings. The leading experts in the field examine how these ongoing developments can help broaden the exploration of the psychological issues relevant to organizational behavioral management (OBM) in the workplace. Acceptance and Mindfulness at Work presents conceptual and empirical articles, and reviews of working examples of Relational Frame Theory (RFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) applied to organizational behavior management. The book examines goal setting, feedback, task descriptions, and workers’ ability to learn as examples of how to affect positive change in organizations through increased productivity and improved quality of life in the workplace. The possibilities presented by RTF can lead to advancements in employee safety and training, stress and health management, employee evaluation, managing absenteeism, tardiness, and turnover, and self-management. Acceptance and Mindfulness at Work examines: cognition in OBM industrial/organization (I/O) psychology how interventions using ACT have increased psychological flexibility rule-following feedback task performance feedback programmed schedules of reinforcement goal setting, goal statements, and goal-directed behavior how psychological flexibility and job control can predict learning, job performance, and mental health and much more Acceptance and Mindfulness at Work is a vital professional resource for organization development practitioners and human resource managers.

Author : Ruth Anne Rehfeldt,Yvonne Barnes-Holmes
Publisher : New Harbinger Publications
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2009-04-02
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781608826391

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Derived Relational Responding Applications for Learners with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities by Ruth Anne Rehfeldt,Yvonne Barnes-Holmes Pdf

Copublished with Context Press Derived Relational Responding offers a series of revolutionary intervention programs for applied work in human language and cognition targeted at students with autism and other developmental disabilities. It presents a program drawn from derived stimulus relations that you can use to help students of all ages acquire foundational and advanced verbal, social, and cognitive skills. The first part of Derived Relational Responding provides step-by-step instructions for helping students learn relationally, acquire rudimentary verbal operants, and develop other basic language skills. In the second section of this book, you'll find ways to enhance students' receptive and expressive repertoires by developing their ability to read, spell, construct sentences, and use grammar. Finally, you'll find out how to teach students to apply the skills they've learned to higher order cognitive and social functions, including perspective-taking, empathy, mathematical reasoning, intelligence, and creativity. This applied behavior analytic training approach will help students make many substantial and lasting gains in language and cognition not possible with traditional interventions.

Author : Matthieu Villatte,Jennifer L. Villatte,Steven C. Hayes
Publisher : Guilford Publications
Page : 425 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2019-09-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781462542161

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Mastering the Clinical Conversation by Matthieu Villatte,Jennifer L. Villatte,Steven C. Hayes Pdf

This compelling book provides psychotherapists with evidence-based strategies for harnessing the power of language to free clients from life-constricting patterns and promote psychological flourishing. Grounded in relational frame theory (RFT), the volume shares innovative ways to enhance assessment and intervention using specific kinds of clinical conversations. Techniques are demonstrated for activating and shaping behavior change, building a flexible sense of self, fostering meaning and motivation, creating powerful experiential metaphors, and strengthening the therapeutic relationship. User-friendly features include more than 80 clinical vignettes with commentary by the authors, plus a "Quick Guide to Using RFT in Psychotherapy" filled with sample phrases and questions to ask.

Author : Steven C. Hayes
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781475704471

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Rule-Governed Behavior by Steven C. Hayes Pdf

Animal learning and human learning traditions have been distinguishable within psychology since the start of the discipline and are to this day. The human learning wing was interested in the development of psychological functions in human organisms and proceeded directly to their examination. The animal learning wing was not distinguished by a corresponding interest in animal behavior per se. Rather, the animal learners studied animal behavior in order to identify principles of behavior of relevance to humans as well as other organisms. The two traditions, in other words, did not differ so much on goals as on strategies. It is not by accident that so many techniques of modem applied psychol ogy have emerged from the animal laboratory. That was one of the ultimate purposes of this work from the very beginning. The envisioned extension to humans was not just technological, however. Many animal researchers, B. F. Skinner most prominently among them, recognized that direct basic research with humans might ultimately be needed in certain areas but that it was wise first to build a strong foundation in the controlled environment of the animal laboratory. In a sense, animal learning was always in part a human research program in development.

Author : JoAnne Dahl,Ian Stewart,Christopher Martell,Jonathan S Kaplan
Publisher : New Harbinger Publications
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2014-01-02
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781608823369

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ACT and RFT in Relationships by JoAnne Dahl,Ian Stewart,Christopher Martell,Jonathan S Kaplan Pdf

Even if you are not a couples therapist, chances are you have dealt with clients whose problems are based in relationship issues. In order to successfully treat these clients, you must first help them understand what their values are in these relationships, and how their behavior may be undermining their attempts to seek intimacy and connection. Combining elements of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and relational frame theory (RFT), ACT and RFT for Relationships presents a unique approach for therapists to help clients develop and experience deeper, more loving relationships. By exploring personal values and expectations, and by addressing central patterns of behaviors, therapists can help their clients establish and maintain intimacy with their partner and gain a greater understanding of their relationship as a whole. ACT is a powerful treatment model that teaches clients to accept their thoughts, identify their core values, and discover how these values are extended to their relationships with others. RFT focuses on behavioral approaches to language and cognition, and can help clients identify their own expectations regarding relationships and how they might communicate these expectations with their loved ones more effectively. This book aims to shed light on the thought processes behind intimate relationships—from the attraction phase to the end of intimacy—from a functional, contextual perspective.

Author : Louise McHugh,Ian Stewart
Publisher : New Harbinger Publications
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2012-02-02
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781572249967

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The Self and Perspective Taking by Louise McHugh,Ian Stewart Pdf

Helping clients cope with problems of self is an important goal of modern psychotherapy. However, without ways of understanding or measuring the self and self-relevant behavior, it’s difficult for psychologists and researchers to determine if intervention has been effective. From a modern contextual behavioral point of view, the self develops in tandem with the ability to take perspective on one’s own and other people’s behavior. This collection of articles by Steven Hayes, Kelly Wilson, Louise McHugh, Ian Stewart, and other leading researchers begins with a complete history of psychological approaches to understanding the self before presenting contemporary accounts that examine the self and perspective taking from behavioral, developmental, and cognitive perspectives. The articles in The Self and Perspective Taking also explore the role of the self as it relates to acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, and mindfulness processes. Featuring work from world-renowned psychologists, this resource will help clinicians augment self-understanding in clients, especially those with autism spectrum disorders, schizophrenia, and impaired perspective-taking abilities.

Author : G. Reid Lyon,Norman A. Krasnegor
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Psychology
ISBN : UOM:39015031869921

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Attention, Memory, and Executive Function by G. Reid Lyon,Norman A. Krasnegor Pdf

From a 1994 working conference at the National Institutes of Health, Rockville, Maryland, researchers in psychology, neuropsychology, special education, and medicine present theory and research on three central cognitive processes--attention, memory, and executive function--and explain how their findings can help clinicians assess and remediate reading and attention disorders. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Author : Judith V. Jordan
Publisher : Theories of Psychotherapy Seri
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2017-10-30
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 143382826X

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Relational-Cultural Therapy by Judith V. Jordan Pdf

Jordan explores the history, theory, and practice of relationship centered, culturally oriented psychotherapy. This new edition highlights new research on the effectiveness of RCT in a variety of real-world situations such as developing team-building exercises in workplaces, and providing a theoretical frame for an E.U.-sponsored conference on human trafficking.

Author : Steven C. Hayes,Kirk D. Strosahl,Kelly G. Wilson
Publisher : Guilford Publications
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2016-08-29
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781462528943

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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Second Edition by Steven C. Hayes,Kirk D. Strosahl,Kelly G. Wilson Pdf

Since the original publication of this seminal work, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) has come into its own as a widely practiced approach to helping people change. This book provides the definitive statement of ACT--from conceptual and empirical foundations to clinical techniques--written by its originators. ACT is based on the idea that psychological rigidity is a root cause of a wide range of clinical problems. The authors describe effective, innovative ways to cultivate psychological flexibility by detecting and targeting six key processes: defusion, acceptance, attention to the present moment, self-awareness, values, and committed action. Sample therapeutic exercises and patient-therapist dialogues are integrated throughout. New to This Edition *Reflects tremendous advances in ACT clinical applications, theory building, and research. *Psychological flexibility is now the central organizing focus. *Expanded coverage of mindfulness, the therapeutic relationship, relational learning, and case formulation. *Restructured to be more clinician friendly and accessible; focuses on the moment-by-moment process of therapy.