Organization and function of the children's group of Rockland State Hospital

Tallman, Frank F.

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“…As finally planned it was to be neither a diagnostic service nor a custodial institution, but was to have "the opportunity to function as a progressive setup, not only! as a treatment unit, but as a center for research in child psychiatry and education" [11]. To this end definite criteria for admissions were established that the group might consist largely of those who offered "a reasonable chance for an ultimately satisfactory adjustment."…”

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Work of the psychologist in a psychiatric unit for children.

Kinder¹

1944

Journal of Consulting Psychology

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“…Since a detailed description of the physical plant and general organization of the Children's Group has been published elsewhere, attention here will be called only to its more unique characteristics [11]. The general plan of the Children's Unit is shown in the accompanying illustration.…”

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Work of the psychologist in a psychiatric unit for children.

Kinder¹

1944

Journal of Consulting Psychology

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Goldensohn²

1941

American Journal of Orthopsychiatry

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T HAS been amply demonstrated that the conventional psychiatric interview I is an unsuitable approach to human behavior. Yet many of us persist in utilizing this pedantic "question-answer" method, not only in our diagnostic attempts but, unfortunately, in the practice of psychotherapy. "Practice" is the word, for out of the comic situation created by the psychiatrist's patronizing attempts a t conversational condescension, methods are finally emerging which are proving their worth in diagnosis, therapy, research, and in training programs. We wish to report our particular approach, but claim nothing radically new, fully realizing that we have borrowed heavily from the experiences and publications of others, particularly Melanie Klein, Anna Freud, David Levy, Lawson G. Lowrey, and Jessie Taft. However, we do believe that the dynamic technique to be described includes modifications and adjustments which are of interest.Later, we intend to record from our experience, material concerning child psychology, student training and, eventually, an evaluation of results. This last item, the process of evaluation, is the most difficult procedure in scientific endeavor and particularly true when one deals with the science of behavior. There are so many factors, both endogenous and exogenous, operating in the life of a child, that it is difficult to know with exactitude whether a method helps or hinders progress, or whether it be entirely adventitious. Sometimes those of US who attempt to modify human behavior are glib in ascribing to our skill certain successes that have occurred despitg our skill. Nevertheless, we are preparing a series of cases illustrating uses and results of our technique in specific situations.

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Rockland State Hospital: A Case Approach to Teaching the History of Psychology

Keefe-Cooperman,

Ulupinar,

Brady-Amoon

2024

Teaching of Psychology

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Background: Teaching and learning about the history of the profession is consistent with APA's 2023 guidelines for the undergraduate major, a profession-wide competency for graduate students in health service psychology, and important for all students. Objective: The purpose of this article is to present a historical case study with materials for teaching and learning about the historical context, including mental health treatments and patient demographics, during the interwar period at Rockland State Hospital (RSH) in New York. Method: We thematically reviewed and analyzed primary source archival documents, treatment reports, period peer-reviewed journals, related newspaper articles, and publicly available U.S. census data. Results: The theories, diagnostic terminology, and treatments in use at RSH during the interwar period are showcased. This was a pivotal time in the history of psychology. Conclusion: The method and results offer opportunities for teaching and learning about the history of psychology including treatment of marginalized and vulnerable populations. Teaching Implications: Institutionalization in the interwar period offers multiple opportunities for teaching and learning in psychology. The findings can be used in conjunction with discussion questions in the classroom setting. Teaching about the past provides a feedback loop to inform current and future practice.

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Organization and function of the children's group of Rockland State Hospital

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Work of the psychologist in a psychiatric unit for children.

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Rockland State Hospital: A Case Approach to Teaching the History of Psychology

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