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    The Efficacy of Mindfulness-based Interventions on Mental Health
    (2024-01) Little, Lauren
    This thesis examines the therapeutic benefits of mindfulness for individuals facing mental health challenges. It begins by exploring the concept of mindfulness, tracing its definition, origins, and historical evolution from Eastern philosophies to its integration into Western cultures. Followed by an exploration of the common therapeutic approaches that incorporate mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) including Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). The second section of this thesis focuses on the clinical application of MBIs, particularly their effectiveness in addressing anxiety and depression. While various therapeutic modalities incorporate elements of mindfulness, the focus of this thesis will be on evaluating the efficacy of MBSR and MBCT. Through an exploration of research findings and clinical applications, this thesis will highlight the impact of mindfulness on mental health and well-being.
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    Fostering Resilience in Adults with Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
    (2024-03) Wang, Yao Lin
    Resilience is considered one of the main driving forces for adults with adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) to not only bounce back from the results of their traumatic past but also function as the catalyst for them to gain post-traumatic growth. This Capstone sought to delve into the history of resilience research, understand the definition and sources of resilience, learn how resilience can benefit the holistic well-being of adults with ACEs, and how counselling therapists can facilitate effective modalities to foster and enhance resilience in their clients. In the literature review, the focus was primarily on various aspects of resilience and how it interacted with adults with ACEs. In the last part of this Capstone, best practices to help adults with ACEs are recommended to fellow counsellors. Furthermore, this paper examined the obstacles and constraints linked to applying interventions targeting adults with ACEs. Lastly, it suggested the limitations in the current field of research on resilience and proposed some recommendations for further research to refine this specific area of mental health knowledge base.
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    The Legacy of Childhood Trauma
    (2024-01) Arkell, Sophie
    Childhood trauma may result in a plethora of lifelong consequences, including a diminished capacity to develop and maintain secure attachment patterns. This capstone aims to highlight the lifelong impacts of childhood trauma and patterns of attachment. This capstone delves into the intricate repercussions of childhood trauma on attachment development and aims to enhance awareness of the negative impacts in adulthood of disrupted or damaged attachment in childhood. The lineage and legacy of childhood trauma is explored. A proposal for a psychoeducational tool highlighting the connection between childhood trauma and attachment patterns throughout the lifespan is included in chapter three.
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    Exploring the Relationship Between Adolescent Sleep, Excessive Technology Use and Mental Health
    (2024-02-25) Michel, Sarah
    This research project delves into the complex relationship between sleep, technology use and the mental health of adolescents. Teenagers often find it challenging to obtain sufficient sleep, and with the increase in technology usage in recent years, it has become even more difficult. This study aims to understand how inadequate sleep and excessive technology usage negatively affects the mental health of teenagers. It also explores connecting factors and provides recommendations for intervention. The research examines how inadequate sleep can impact emotional regulation, depression, and anxiety. The role of technology in disrupting sleep patterns is examined, with a focus on nighttime screen use and social media. By understanding the intricate dynamics of sleep, technology, and mental health, stakeholders, like school counselors, educators, parents, and adolescents themselves, can implement targeted interventions to promote healthy habits to increase sleep and help teenagers to improve their mood and mental health. Ultimately, this will enhance the overall well-being of today’s youth.
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    Infidelity: A Source of Positive Relational Transformation
    (2024-01-03) Schecter, Tanya
    Infidelity is widely practiced even though it is almost uniformly condemned. Rates of infidelity among heterosexual couples are currently on the rise meaning it is an issue that many couples will encounter, and one couples counsellors will need to know how to effectively navigate if they are to effectively help the couple achieve relational repair in its aftermath. This paper defines infidelity and examines the various factors that contribute to a partner engaging in it. The paper then looks at the factors a couple must successfully address to not only survive the infidelity but thrive and transform their relationship post-infidelity into one based on greater intimacy, relational joy, and satisfaction. Relational Life Therapy is explored as an approach to couples counselling and, more specifically, to treating post-infidelity repair with the aim of engendering relational transformation. Its strengths and weaknesses are evaluated and the HTI Relationship Map is explored as a roadmap and set of tools that can be used as an overlay to Relational Life Therapy’s approach to treating infidelity.