Geoffrey Lyons
Biographic Data
| ID | 4889160 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Geoffrey Lyons |
| GIVEN NAMES | Geoffrey |
| FAMILY NAME | Lyons |
| SIGNATURE | LYONS G |
| AFFILIATIONS | Australian College of Applied Psychology |
| VERIFIED | No |
| TOTAL WORKS | 8 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 7 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 8 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2010 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2020 |
| H-INDEX | 1 |
Feasibility randomised controlled trial of a self-help acceptance and commitment therapy intervention for grief and psychological distress in carers of palliative care patients
We tested the feasibility and preliminary effectiveness of an acceptance and commitment therapy self-help intervention for grief and psychological distress in carers of patients in palliative care. Carers were randomised to the control group, which received treatment as usual, or the intervention group, which received treatment as usual plus an acceptance and commitment therapy-based self-help booklet and telephone support call. Questionnaires we…
An acceptance and commitment therapy self-help intervention for carers of patients in palliative care
Undertaking a caregiving role at end of life can have enduring psychological consequences for carers, including poor adjustment in bereavement. Acceptance and commitment therapy-based interventions have demonstrated effectiveness in helping people cope with a range of life challenges. This article presents the protocol of a feasibility randomised controlled trial of an acceptance and commitment therapy self-help intervention for psychological dis…
Exploring differences in psychological professionals' attitudes towards and experiences of complementary therapies in clinical practice
BackgroundPrevious studies have found that practicing psychologists hold different attitudes than psychology students towards complementary therapies in clinical practice. These differences may relate to psychologists' knowledge of complementary therapies and their use in clinical practice. The use of complementary therapies among consumers for physical and psychological concerns is increasing, but many lack empirical evidence.ObjectivePrevious s…
Prediction of individual differences in adjustment to loss
Our strengths-based model of coping with death and dying proposes acceptance and valued-living as key coping and appraisal strengths for the bereaved. These are core components of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). The aim of this study was to provide an initial exploration of the theorized relationships via a survey of 97 bereaved university students. Using hierarchical regression analysis it was found that acceptance and valued-living wer…
General health workers’ description of mental health problems and treatment approaches used in Papua New Guinea
BACKGROUND: Papua New Guinea is a developing country with limited resources for specialist mental health services. Little is known about the mental health and treatment services of Papua New Guinea. AIM: The aim of this study was to clarify the presenting mental health problems encountered by Papua New Guinean health workers and the common treatment approaches used. METHODS: A total of 203 Papua New Guinean health workers completed a retrospectiv…
Psychometric properties of the Recovery Assessment Scale in a sample with substance use disorder
Background: Conceptualisations of recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) and mental illness overlap significantly, and the rate of comorbidity of these problems is high. This study investigated the psychometric properties of the Recovery Assessment Scale (RAS), a measure originally developed for individuals with mental illness. Method: A sample of 1094 people with SUD attending residential treatment services provided by the Australian Salvati…
Spirituality and the treatment of substance use disorders
Faith-based treatment programs are a viable treatment option for many individuals with substance use disorders; however, the psychological mechanisms that explain the relationship between spirituality and a recovery from substance use disorders have not been established. The Spirituality, Forgiveness, and Purpose (SFP) model of recovery proposes that forgiveness and purpose in life may mediate the spirituality–recovery relationship. As a prelimin…
Forgiveness and purpose in life as spiritual mechanisms of recovery from substance use disorders
Spirituality has often been associated with recovery from substance use disorders through its emphasis in faith-based rehabilitation programs. The purpose of this article is to describe some psychological dynamics that may explain how spirituality aids in the treatment of substance abuse and dependence. Forgiveness and purpose in life are proposed as “spiritual mechanisms” that partially mediate a spiritually directed recovery. Recent empirical s…
Prediction of individual differences in adjustment to loss
Our strengths-based model of coping with death and dying proposes acceptance and valued-living as key coping and appraisal strengths for the bereaved. These are core components of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). The aim of this study was to provide an initial exploration of the theorized relationships via a survey of 97 bereaved university students. Using hierarchical regression analysis it was found that acceptance and valued-living wer…
Feasibility randomised controlled trial of a self-help acceptance and commitment therapy intervention for grief and psychological distress in carers of palliative care patients
We tested the feasibility and preliminary effectiveness of an acceptance and commitment therapy self-help intervention for grief and psychological distress in carers of patients in palliative care. Carers were randomised to the control group, which received treatment as usual, or the intervention group, which received treatment as usual plus an acceptance and commitment therapy-based self-help booklet and telephone support call. Questionnaires we…
An acceptance and commitment therapy self-help intervention for carers of patients in palliative care
Undertaking a caregiving role at end of life can have enduring psychological consequences for carers, including poor adjustment in bereavement. Acceptance and commitment therapy-based interventions have demonstrated effectiveness in helping people cope with a range of life challenges. This article presents the protocol of a feasibility randomised controlled trial of an acceptance and commitment therapy self-help intervention for psychological dis…
Forgiveness and purpose in life as spiritual mechanisms of recovery from substance use disorders
Spirituality has often been associated with recovery from substance use disorders through its emphasis in faith-based rehabilitation programs. The purpose of this article is to describe some psychological dynamics that may explain how spirituality aids in the treatment of substance abuse and dependence. Forgiveness and purpose in life are proposed as “spiritual mechanisms” that partially mediate a spiritually directed recovery. Recent empirical s…
Spirituality and the treatment of substance use disorders
Faith-based treatment programs are a viable treatment option for many individuals with substance use disorders; however, the psychological mechanisms that explain the relationship between spirituality and a recovery from substance use disorders have not been established. The Spirituality, Forgiveness, and Purpose (SFP) model of recovery proposes that forgiveness and purpose in life may mediate the spirituality–recovery relationship. As a prelimin…
General health workers’ description of mental health problems and treatment approaches used in Papua New Guinea
BACKGROUND: Papua New Guinea is a developing country with limited resources for specialist mental health services. Little is known about the mental health and treatment services of Papua New Guinea. AIM: The aim of this study was to clarify the presenting mental health problems encountered by Papua New Guinean health workers and the common treatment approaches used. METHODS: A total of 203 Papua New Guinean health workers completed a retrospectiv…
Psychometric properties of the Recovery Assessment Scale in a sample with substance use disorder
Background: Conceptualisations of recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) and mental illness overlap significantly, and the rate of comorbidity of these problems is high. This study investigated the psychometric properties of the Recovery Assessment Scale (RAS), a measure originally developed for individuals with mental illness. Method: A sample of 1094 people with SUD attending residential treatment services provided by the Australian Salvati…
Prediction of individual differences in adjustment to loss
Our strengths-based model of coping with death and dying proposes acceptance and valued-living as key coping and appraisal strengths for the bereaved. These are core components of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). The aim of this study was to provide an initial exploration of the theorized relationships via a survey of 97 bereaved university students. Using hierarchical regression analysis it was found that acceptance and valued-living wer…
Exploring differences in psychological professionals' attitudes towards and experiences of complementary therapies in clinical practice
BackgroundPrevious studies have found that practicing psychologists hold different attitudes than psychology students towards complementary therapies in clinical practice. These differences may relate to psychologists' knowledge of complementary therapies and their use in clinical practice. The use of complementary therapies among consumers for physical and psychological concerns is increasing, but many lack empirical evidence.ObjectivePrevious s…
An acceptance and commitment therapy self-help intervention for carers of patients in palliative care
Undertaking a caregiving role at end of life can have enduring psychological consequences for carers, including poor adjustment in bereavement. Acceptance and commitment therapy-based interventions have demonstrated effectiveness in helping people cope with a range of life challenges. This article presents the protocol of a feasibility randomised controlled trial of an acceptance and commitment therapy self-help intervention for psychological dis…
Feasibility randomised controlled trial of a self-help acceptance and commitment therapy intervention for grief and psychological distress in carers of palliative care patients
We tested the feasibility and preliminary effectiveness of an acceptance and commitment therapy self-help intervention for grief and psychological distress in carers of patients in palliative care. Carers were randomised to the control group, which received treatment as usual, or the intervention group, which received treatment as usual plus an acceptance and commitment therapy-based self-help booklet and telephone support call. Questionnaires we…
Psychology (8 works) · Clinical Psychology (7 works) · Medicine (7 works) · Clinical Psychology (6 works) · Psychotherapist (5 works) · Distress (3 works) · Grief (3 works) · Grief, Bereavement, and Mental Health (3 works) · Mental health (3 works) · Nursing (3 works)