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Sarah Long, M.S., LPC
2 articles
Key Factors of Internship Burnout and Possible Solutions
Psychology predoctoral interns face many challenges, as difficult roles and competing expectations may lead to burnout. Edelwich (1980) defined burnout as “a progressive loss of idealism, energy, and purpose by people in the helping professions as a result of the conditions of their work” (p. 14). Common factors contributing to burnout include difficult cases, feeling […]
Christina Burg, M.A. + 10 more
October 22, 2017
Potential Ethical Dilemmas in the Treatment of Eating Disorders
Mental health clinicians make decisions based on their respective ethical codes daily. Certain ethical standards, such as abstaining from sexual relations with clients, are clear. Other decisions, particularly those involving nuanced clinical judgment, can be more complex. Psychologists who treat clients struggling with an eating disorder frequently face common ethical dilemmas such as therapist competence, […]
Sarah Long, M.S., LPC
September 25, 2014