Glossary / Lexicon

Intervention is a broad concept that encompasses many different theories and methods with a range of problem-solving strategies directed at helping the child and family adapt more effectively to their current and future circumstances.

Description

Intervention in the psychology context refers to the act of coming between or interfering with the mental processes of an individual for the purpose of promoting positive change. This can involve a wide range of techniques and strategies aimed at addressing various psychological issues or behaviors. Interventions are often tailored to the specific needs of the individual and may include therapeutic approaches, counseling, behavior modification, or other forms of psychological support. The goal of intervention is typically to improve mental health, enhance coping skills, or facilitate personal growth and development.

Application Areas

• Clinical psychology
• School counseling
• Substance abuse treatment
• Family therapy
• Community mental health programs

Treatment and Risks

• Therapeutic interventions may involve risks such as emotional distress or potential worsening of symptoms.
• Effective interventions often require a combination of evidence-based treatments and ongoing support.
• It is important to consider the individual's unique needs and circumstances when selecting an intervention approach.

Examples

• Cognitive-behavioral therapy for anxiety disorders
• Art therapy for children with emotional difficulties
• Group therapy for individuals with substance abuse issues

Similar Concepts and Synonyms

• Therapeutic techniques
• Behavioral interventions
• Psychological interventions

Articles with 'Intervention' in the title

• Behavioral intervention: In the context of psychology, behavioral intervention refers to a range of strategies designed to alter an individual's behaviors. These interventions are used to enhance positive behaviors and reduce negative behaviors and are based on . . .
• Bystander intervention (Bystander effect): Bystander intervention (Bystander effect) : Bystander intervention (Bystander effect ) it is a finding that the more people who observe a crisis and who are potential helpers, the less likely any one bystander is to help the victim . . .
• Crisis intervention: Crisis intervention refers to program that helps people who are highly suicidal and refers them to mental-health professionals. Crisis intervention is a skilled management of a psychological emergency
• Early Intervention: Early Intervention: Early intervention in the psychology context refers to the timely provision of services and support to children, families, and individuals at the earliest signs of psychological, emotional, or developmental issues
• Gender role intervention: Gender role intervention is defined as interventions that deal with reinforcing or helping clients’ deal with gender role obstacles in their life. Some interventions provide insight into social or political issues that serve as obstacles . . .
• Indicated preventive interventions: Indicated preventive interventions refer a kind of preventive Interventions that target people at high risk for developing the disorder as determined by the presence of subthreshold symptoms or biological markers indicating a . . .
• Third-party intervention: Third-party intervention it is when a neutral party is asked to help resolve a conflict. Third-party intervention, also known as conflict resolution or dispute resolution, is the process of involving a neutral third party to help resolve . . .
• Interventions: Interventions refer to specific programs designed to assess levels of behaviors, introduce ways to change them, measure whether change has occurred, and assess the impact of the change
• Compensatory interventions: Compensatory interventions refer to special educational programs designed to further the cognitive growth and scholastic achievements of disadvantaged children
• Control-enhancing interventions: Control-enhancing interventions is defined as interventions with patients who are awaiting treatment for the purpose of enhancing their perceptions of control over those treatments
• Cultural intervention: Cultural intervention means understanding the client’s culture and helping him/her make use of interventions that may include the use of lawyers, social agencies, families, or taking action in some way
• Power intervention: Power intervention means empowering clients that may occur during the course of therapeutic discussion. Usually encouragement and reinforcement are ways to help clients become more powerful
• Psychological intervention: Psychological intervention is defined as a method of inducing changes in a person's behavior, thoughts, or feelings.

Weblinks

• quality-database.eu: 'Intervention' in the glossary of the quality-database.eu
• medizin-und-kosmetik.de: 'Intervention' im Lexikon von medizin-und-kosmetik.de (German)

Summary

Intervention in psychology involves the use of various techniques and strategies to promote positive change in individuals' mental processes. It can range from therapeutic approaches to counseling and behavior modification, tailored to the specific needs of the individual. The goal is typically to improve mental health, enhance coping skills, or facilitate personal growth and development. Interventions may carry risks, such as emotional distress or worsening of symptoms, and require consideration of the individual's unique needs and circumstances.

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