Clinical psychology, diagnostics and psychotherapy

Guarantor: 

PhDr. Leona Jochmannová, Ph.D.

Co-organisers:

PhDr. Zia Petra Sluková Ph.D., Mgr. Kateřina Palová, Ph.D., Mgr. Miroslav Charvát, Ph.D., Mgr. Lucie Viktorová, Ph.D., doc. PhDr. Matúš Šucha, Ph.D., doc. PhDr. Radko Obereignerů, Ph.D., Mgr. Miriam Kotrusová, Ph.D., Mgr. Ondrej Gergely, Mgr. Tereza Rumlerová, Bc. Eva Petrová

Anotation:

The project aims to address the absence of systematic distance care standards for psychodiagnostics, psychotherapy and counselling in cases of crisis, which restricts professional outpatient care.The fields of research include clinical psychology, socio-psychological counselling and pedagogical psychology. Mapping the experience gained during the COVID-19 pandemic using social sciences research techniques will serve as the primary data source. Furthermore, interdepartmental panels composed of experts from professional organizations and cooperating application guarantors will be essential. Methodological guidelines for distance psychosocial services will be later used not only in the case of other crises but in broader situational contexts indicating limited direct contact with clients.

Grant affiliation:

Projekt TAČR TL04000033 Program ÉTA – COVID-19

Guarantor: PhDr. Mgr. Roman Procházka, Ph.D

Abstract: As a topical issue in state-of-the art psychophysiology and psychosomatic medicine, the relationship between temperament and the actual responses to stress as measured at the level of biological signals attracts much debate and research interest. This topic is often considered in terms of the so-called ANS-specific psychosomatic variability. The effects of stress cues and innate structural dispositions, in which temperament is strongly reflected, play an important role in this respect. Based on the general physiological principles of the action of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems during stress cues, our research seeks to identify the basic relationships between the study parameters in a healthy control sample and thus create a much-needed theoretical basis for comparing them with those measured among clinical samples. This research could be beneficial in contributing to the current knowledge in the field, which is still lacking a robust evidence base.
Grant support: Research Support Fund

Guarantor: PhDr. Marek Kolařík, Ph.D.
Co-organisers: PhDr. Martin Lečbych, Ph.D.

Abstract: Sexual attraction in psychotherapy tends to be taboo in current research into the field. It is only recently that some publications have attempted to provide a comprehensive account of the phenomenon, going beyond the traditional transference/countertransference paradigm in psychotherapy. Our research addresses multiple questions pertaining to this phenomenon and its impact on the process and outcome of psychotherapy. We are currently investigating how this issue is supervised and what experienced therapists think of the role of the phenomenon of sexual attraction in psychotherapy.
Grant support: Excellence Project, Philosophical Faculty, Palacky University

Guarantor: PhDr. Mgr. Roman Procházka, Ph.D.
Co-organisers: Mgr. Gabriela Mahrová, Bc. Marek Laštovica (Psychiatric ward Marianna Oranžská)

Abstract: The research focuses on the content analysis of people addicted to psychoactive substances. We want to follow the content categories and their emotional valence. The research group will be divided according to time of abstinence. The objective is to form a simple tool for rapid analysis of a situation where a subject is engaged both in terms of frequency and in terms of emotional evaluation. The resulting tool for analyzing content data will be able to simply illustrate the biographical axle including specific detection of possible psychological defenses of the self. Because of this we will also focus on the detection of potential maladaptive schemas within the Ego-analysis. In our research, we see benefits in creating a content analysis tool that is portable for therapeutic practice when working with clients addicted to psychoactive substances.
Grant support: Project PAPSAV

Guarantor: Mgr. Martin Kupka, Ph.D.
Co-organisers: Mgr. Marek Malůš, Ph.D.

Abstract: Research methods for limited external stimulation (Restricted environmental stimulation technique – REST). Implementation of this method of work to care for people who are recovering from addiction to psychoactive substances at the psychiatric asylum PL Bílá Voda. At present we are mainly interested in the identification of potential therapeutic agents with regard to awareness, experiencing life as meaningful, and changes in self-concepts. The research has a mixed design, and we focus on measuring quantitative and qualitative changes. The following questionnaire methods are used: five aspects of mindfulness, Existential range, and Rosenberg self-esteem scale. The qualitative data is evaluated through an interpretative phenomenological analysis. We try to analyze the motivation of the volunteers, and to map out the potential benefits of the procedure. This part is based on a description of participants which was gained through an interview in an environment limited by external stimulation. This interview was carried out before entering this environment, in the course of its preparation and immediately afterwards. Currently, we are mapping the permanence of change by monitoring probands 6 months after completion of the experience.

Guarantor: PhDr. Radko Obereignerů, Ph.D

Abstract: The project is aimed at refining the classification of aphasia research by Čecháčková (formerly known as The Olomouc classification of aphasia), in line with contemporary scientific knowledge. The aim is to verify the classification of diagnostic possibilities and the development of a diagnostic algorithm.
Grant support: the project is under development.

Guarantor: Mgr. Zuzana Sedláčková (DSP student)
Co-organisers: prof. MUDr. Ján Pavlov Praško, Csc.

Abstract: Our goal is to identify specific personality characteristics that occur in depressed individuals in remission, and to investigate the possible presence of comorbid personality disorders. We are interested specifically in the link between personality traits and comorbid personality disorders with sociodemographic characteristics, and with the development of depressive disorder and its course of treatment (based on the following criteria: duration of depressive disorders, length and number of previous depressive phases and remissions, etc.). The necessary data is collected through, for example, the Cloninger Temperament and Character inventory (TCI) and structured interviews according to the IPDE-ICD-10 (International Personality Disorder Examination). We expect to find specific personality traits in depressed subjects in remission and a high incidence of comorbid personality disorders. Furthermore, we expect a significant association of specific personality traits and personality disorders with the development of depressive disorders and with treatment.
Grant support: IGA FF UP, MŠMT

Guarantor: PhDr. Eva Maierová, Ph.D.
Co-organisers: Mgr. Miroslav Charvát, PhD.

Abstract: The aim of this research is to describe the relation between personality disorders, relational bonds and pathological gambling, to identify possible subtypes of players according to the reported psychopathology, and to determine whether the monitored psychopathological comorbidity in pathological gamblers is related to the success of their treatment. The target groups are recovering clients in residential treatment at specialized departments. The research is also expected to extend to the hidden population of players who are not in contact with medical institutions, including those who play online. Targeted extensions are, for example, the behavioral patterns of players, cognitive errors and so on. The results will, among other things, be used to develop short intervention programs for outpatient addiction treatment or prevention of gambling.

Guarantor: PhDr. Mgr. Roman Procházka, Ph.D.
Co-organisers: PhDr. Jan Šmahaj, Ph.D.

Abstract: Research on the influence of virtual reality and exposure to anxiety disorders in virtual reality in the context of cognitive behavioral therapy. The research is focused on the evaluation of the differences between the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral strategies in the treatment of anxiety disorders.

Guarantor: PhDr. Radko Obereignerů, Ph.D.
Co-organisers: PhDr. Klára Seitlová, Ph.D., PhDr. Martin Seitl, Ph.D.

Abstract: The Tower of Hanoi test focuses on learning executive abilities. The aim of the research is to develop standards for the Tower of Hanoi test, refine the methodology for application, and develop diagnostic test options for selecting staff. The project will also verify different application possibilities of the test and assess its psychometric properties.
Grant support: Project PAPSAV

Guarantor: PhDr. Martin Lečbych, Ph.D.
Co-organisers: PhDr. Pavel Kolda, Mgr. Martin Vaverka (PL Šternberk)

Abstract: The figural fluency test allows the explanation of executive functions. It extends the existing repertoire of specific fluency tests (verbal, categorical). The essence of the research is to create suitable stimulus material, norms for the figural fluency test, refine the methodology for the application of the test, and create a test manual.
Grant support: Project PAPSAV