Hi
There is a high rate of use of therapy among clinical graduate
students. Holzman et al (1996) obtained a figure of 75% based on
the replies of over 1,000 students in APA-certified clinical
programs (50% of participants replied to the survey). Holzman et
al. also noted that, despite wide-spread belief in the value of
personal therapy, outcome studies are equivocal (they cite
Beutler et al, 1994). Just another example of the discrepancy
between clinical judgment/lore and empirical research. Over half
of those who had not been in therapy cited finances as the
reason, suggesting that the % undergoing therapy would have been
even higher without that limitation. The authors noted with some
dismay the very high level of depression reported by
respondents. It should also be noted, however, that many
respondents were in therapy in order to improve as a therapist or
for such reasons as personal growth.
Holzman, L. A. et al (1996) Prof Psych: Research and Pract, 27,
98-101
Beutler, L. E. et al (1994) in A. E. Bergin and S. L. Garfield
_Handbook of psychotherapy and behavior change_. NY: Wiley.
They cite other studies on this issue.
With regards to the question that prompted this thread, it would
seem that whatever measure is chosen, one should try not to have
too sensitive an instrument or you will be rejecting lots of
potential graduate students.
Best wishes
Jim
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