New England Psychologist

July 2008

Hoarding: the science behind compulsive collecting [Story]
Hoarding: Additional resources offer advice [Story]
Connecticut three-day rule is history [Story]
Change to clearances aims to encourage troops to seek help [Story]
Bill would expand services for National Guard, reservists [Story]
Alan Bodnar, Ph.D. - The green enough grass of home [Column]
Edward M. Stern, J.D. - The law deals with discrimination in many forms [Column]
Mitch R. Abblett, Ph.D. - Making contact: The importance of clinical presence [Column]
Boston hosts annual APA convention [Story]
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder study on young children shows promise [Story]
OCD: Clinical recommendations offered [Story]
Self-cutting linked to risky behavior [Story]
Yolanda’s Law would require coverage to assist children [Story]
Q&A: 'Miss Conduct' incorporates psychology background into columns [Story]

June 2008

Genetic tests for psychiatric disorders are emerging [Story]
Would tests ensure reimbursement? [Story]
New vet centers scheduled to open [Story]
Alan Bodnar, Ph.D. - Why and how we say hello [Column]
Clinicians, general public will find book useful: "Change Your Thinking:
Overcome Stress, Anxiety & Depression, and Improve Your Life with CBT" [Book Review]
Local author tackles problem drinking strategies: "Take Control of Your Drinking – And You May Not Need to Quit" [Book Review]
Transition program to ease overcrowding at training school [Story]
Katherine Nordal assumes leadership role at APA Practice Directorate [Story]
Studies show consequences of sleep deprivation [Story]
Maine offers training in collaborative divorce process [Story]
Internet addiction: symptom or disorder? [Story]
Maine CIT program expands to correctional facilities [Story]
Rolland v. Cellucci: State to settle 10-year old complaint [Story]
Participation in clinical trials is urged [Story]
Study shows weight discrimination increasing [Story]
Q&A: Glenn Kessler, Ph.D. helps golfers, other athletes find joy in the game [Story]

May 2008

Lyme disease symptoms present challenges [Story]
Report reveals psych bed shortage [Story]
Study reveals shortcomings in diagnosis criteria [Story]
Alan Bodnar, Ph.D. - Back to the basics [Column]
Multidisciplinary approach will appeal to readers: "Chronic Health-Related Disorders in Children: Collaborative Medical and Psychoeducational Interventions" [Book Review]
Well researched book is helpful for parents: "Helping Your Troubled Teen: Learn to Recognize, Understand, and Address the Destructive Behavior of Today’s Teens" [Book Review]
Health IT must include right of consent, say privacy activists [Story]
Safety net hospitals experiencing shortfalls [Story]
Changes resisted at Caritas Carney [Story]
Virtual reality program designed to help veterans [Story]
New Hampshire and Vermont still seek parity in spite of laws [Story]
Future of Vermont’s mental health care services documented in video [Story]
We Can! focuses on treatment of childhood obesity [Story]
Anorexics at high risk for suicide [Story]
Moving residents out of Fernald still an issue of dispute [Story]
Q&A: Walden executive discusses whole health approach to care [Story]

April 2008

Does media coverage distort the link between violence and mental illness? [Story]
Vermont psychologists offer safety tips [Story]
New Hampshire’s roadmap to reform unveiled [Story]
Q&A: Maine Resilience program sprung from psychologist’s novel [Story]
Alan Bodnar, Ph.D. - Five funerals and a wedding [Column]
Report writing guide is vital reference source: "The Child Clinician's Report-Writing Handbook" [Book Review]
Book is 'tour de force' of infant and child psychology: "The Neurobehavioral and Social-Emotional Development of Infants and Children" [Book Review]
FDA mandates suicide studies in clinical drug trials [Story]
Maine implements managed care program [Story]
Suicidal risk factors similar acoss the globe [Story]
Drug may pose psychiatric risks [Story]
Push exists for mental health screening of juvenile offenders [Story]
Crisis in mid-life is common, study says [Story]
House passes parity law [Story]
New school planned in Vermont to treat students with autism [Story]

Bipolar disorder thrust into spotlight [Story]
Research shows genetic mutation is linked to autism [Story]
Elder abuse hot lines enable reports of self-neglect [Story]
Q&A: Intern's research looks at eating disorders in ballet world [Story]
Alan Bodnar, Ph.D. - Sneaking up on work [Column]
Edward M. Stern, J.D. - Transfer of patient at heart of case [Column]
Author gets to the heart of complex topic: "Pedophilia and Sexual Offending Against Children: Theory, Assessment, and Intervention" [Book Review]
‘Remarkable’ work could prompt healthy debate: "The Unsayable:
The Hidden Language of Trauma" [Book Review]
Missouri psychologists close to earning prescriptive privileges [Story]
Study looks at same-sex couples’ relationships [Story]
Organization to assist Nantucket following teen suicides [Story]
Facility planned for vets [Story]
HUD awards homeless grants [Story]
Rosie D. lawsuit prompts mandatory mental health screening in Mass. [Story]
Patient’s ‘elopement’ triggers review [Story]
Children placed in foster homes have higher IQs [Story]

Rehabilitation psychology: a key element in healing [Story]
Strategies examined to replace Vermont Hospital [Story]
Q&A: Award-winning psychologist describes model of behavior change [Story]
Alan Bodnar, Ph.D. - The road to Match Day [Column]
Book tackles complex phenomenon: "The Dependent Patient: A Practitioner’s Guide" [Book Review]
‘Highly useful’ book addresses EMDR: "A Therapist’s Guide to EMDR: Tools and Techniques for Successful Treatment" [Book Review]
Butler Hospital relocation considered [Story]
Criminal justice reform proposed in Connecticut [Story]
Federal grant will help Rhode Island’s homeless [Story]
Conn. group advocates for gambling court [Story]
Natchaug Hospital expanding to offer more children’s services [Story]
Judge Rotenberg Center recertified for one year [Story]
Region shows mixed results in ranking by depression, suicide [Story]
Northwestern Counseling and Support Services to expand facilities in Vermont [Story]
Legislation introduced for a Maine child advocate [Story]
Vermont National Guard to expand outreach program for soldiers [Story]

The changing face of electroconvulsive therapy [Story]
Department of Advocacy proposed in Rhode Island [Story]
Endowment for Health to fund children's programs [Story]
Q&A: Linda Carli, Ph.D.: Women face obstacles to achieving leadership roles [Story]
Alan Bodnar, Ph.D. - Stories, lies and mysteries [Column]
Edward M. Stern, J.D. - Distinction between parental discipline, abuse highlighted [Column]
Guide to pediatric psychopharmacology is valuable resource: "Pediatric Psychopharmacology Fast Facts" [Book Review]
Guidebook offers practical advice: "Divorce Doesn't Have to Be That Way: A Handbook for the Helping Professional" [Book Review]
Technology used to enhance profession [Story]
Psychiatric research gets funding boost at MIT and Harvard [Story]
Psychological disorders are causing 1.3 billion sick days [Story]
On-site counseling proposed at casinos [Story]
Study shows teens care what family thinks [Story]