Interactional Therapy: Prospects for treating mental health conditions

Plooy, Kobus Du

doi:10.1080/14330237.2019.1689461

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“…The underlying assumption is that the quality of our mental health is causally related to the quality of our interpersonal relationships [16]. Emphasis is placed on that which can be observed in the interaction between the individual and their environment [48]. As such an inter-psychic stance is adopted, in which the observable interaction Family Therapy -Recent Advances in Clinical and Crisis Settings between individual's is the focal point [16].…”

Section: Family Therapy Within the South African Contextmentioning

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“…As a result of this, the tool of the IPA (Interactional Pattern Analysis) has been designed to guide the psychotherapeutic process whilst also identifying nodal points of the client or patient's interactional style [51] which need to be engaged with so as to result in change from the perturbing of them [52]. It is postulated that this should take place that there will be observable changes in the client or patient's observable behaviour and that there will be a subjective experience of relief for the presenting complaint [48]. This as it is argued that the presentation of symptomatic behaviour, is conceptualised as an adaptive function, within a relational context, which serves the function of maintaining the system [53].…”

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Perspective Chapter: Theoretical Paradigm for Mental Health and Family Therapy within the South African Context – An Overview

Viljoen¹

2023

Family Therapy - Recent Advances in Clinical and Crisis Settings

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This chapter places focus on family therapy within the African and more specifically South African context. It attempts to sketch a context on a continental level, highlighting and describing the theoretical paradigm through which contextually appropriate theory and literature is being developed. A brief overview is given of mental health within the content. A more specific South African context is then described. Whilst also engaging with limitations and obstacles, also highlighting developments within the context.

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Section: Family Therapy Within the South African Contextmentioning

confidence: 99%

Perspective Chapter: Theoretical Paradigm for Mental Health and Family Therapy within the South African Context – An Overview

Viljoen¹

2023

Family Therapy - Recent Advances in Clinical and Crisis Settings

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“…The IPA identifies 14 observable relational variables derived from the application of GST and communication theory that combine, to provide the link between the interactional pattern and the individual's presenting problem (Beyers, Phipps, & Vorster, 2018;Du Plooy, 2019;Green & Phipps, 2015;Vorster, Roos, & Beukes, 2013;Vorster, 2003Vorster, , 2011. More specifically, it has been found that there is a significant positive correlation between healthy patterns of interactionas per the 14 observable relational variables of the IPAand individuals' enhanced psychological and emotional well-being (Van Den Bergh, 2008).…”

Section: Interactional Pattern Analysismentioning

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“…Circularity acknowledges the view that two or more people mutually and simultaneously influence one another. Hence the IPA adopts a lineal punctuation, alongside the understanding that each participant's behaviour is a logical consequence of the other participants' behaviour and vice-versa (Du Plooy, 2019;Van Den Bergh, 2008;Vorster, 2011).…”

Section: Interactional Pattern Analysismentioning

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“…In summary, the IPA provides a comprehensive interactional diagnostic procedure that adopts a lineal punctuation as part of a circular process, using a combination of 14 relational variables, to connect the pattern of interaction and the individual's presenting problemsymptomatic behaviourwithin a relational context (Du Plooy, 2019;Vorster, 2011;Vorster et al, 2013).…”

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Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder (Conversion Disorder) from an Interactional Approach: A Composite Case Study

Dennis¹,

Phipps²

2020

ANZ J of Family Therapy

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Functional neurological symptom disorder, alternatively termed conversion disorder (FNSD‐CD) (Although the DSM‐5 utilises the term 'conversion disorder', practitioners and consumers consider this to be an outdated, unsubstantiated and often stigmatising term. In accordance with this, the current terminology used in the field is 'functional neurological symptom disorder'), involves symptoms of altered voluntary motor or sensory functions without identifiable nervous system disease or pathology. It is considered a psychiatric disorder and is, thus, listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th Ed.; DSM‐5). As per the nosology of the DSM‐5, the discrete behavioural or psychological syndrome or pattern observed in FNSD‐CD is assumed to be a function of a problem of, or a disorder within, the individual. Accordingly, the psychiatric approach to FNSD‐CD, as set out in the DSM‐5, invokes an assumption common to the medical model which is that of lineal (i.e., straight‐line) causality, namely, causal events are arranged in a lineal sequence. The interactional approach, however, which is a development of general system theory in the field of family therapy, offers an alternative approach to understanding psychiatric disorders. Specifically, this approach places the emphasis on the relationships between individuals and their reciprocal influences on – including their psychological and emotional wellbeing with – one another. It draws on the assumption of nonlineal (i.e., circular) causality, namely, causal events are arranged in a circular sequence. From an interactional approach, therefore, FNSD‐CD is thought to be a function of a problem of, or a deficit within, the individuals’ relationship/s, rather than within an individual, per se. This article utilises a composite case study to investigate FNSD‐CD from an interactional approach.

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A critical analysis of commercial forensic interviewing techniques applicable in a South African context

Van Graan,

Roos,

Katjene

2023

JFC

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Purpose A significant increase in financial crime globally emphasises the importance of forensic interviewing to obtain useful and reliable information as part of a commercial forensic investigation. Previous research has identified two interviewing strategies that are aligned with the legal framework in South Africa: the PEACE model (P = preparation and planning; E = engage and explain; A = account, clarify and challenge; C = closure; E = evaluation) and the person-centred approach (PCA). The purpose of this paper is to explore the theoretical underpinnings and application of the PEACE model and the PCA as commercial investigative strategies aligned with the legal context in South Africa. Design/methodology/approach A scoping review was undertaken to identify literature relevant to the theoretical assumptions and application of the PEACE model and the PCA. Findings Literature for the most part reports on the PEACE model but offers very little information about the PCA. A critical analysis revealed that the PEACE model incorporates a clear guiding structure for eliciting information but lacks content needed to create an optimal interpersonal context. To promote this, the PCA proposes that interviewers demonstrate three relational variables: empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard. The PCA suggests a basic structure for interviewing (beginning, middle and end), while providing very little guidance on how to structure the forensic interview and what information is to be elicited in each phase. Originality/value Combining the PEACE model and PCA presents an integrated interviewing technique best suited for obtaining useful and reliable information admissible in a South African court of law. The PEACE model has a clear structure, and the PCA assists in creating an optimal interpersonal context to obtain information in an interview.

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Interactional Therapy: Prospects for treating mental health conditions

Cited by 4 publications

References 11 publications

Perspective Chapter: Theoretical Paradigm for Mental Health and Family Therapy within the South African Context – An Overview

Perspective Chapter: Theoretical Paradigm for Mental Health and Family Therapy within the South African Context – An Overview

Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder (Conversion Disorder) from an Interactional Approach: A Composite Case Study

A critical analysis of commercial forensic interviewing techniques applicable in a South African context

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