Psychology Department chair presents research with UNE alumnus at national meeting in Washington, DC

Patricia Long and Ben Katz at the annual meeting of the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies
Patricia Long and Ben Katz at the annual meeting of the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies

Patricia Long, Ph.D., clinical professor and chair of the Department of Psychology and UNE alumnus Ben Katz (Psychology, ’17) presented their research at the annual meeting of the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT) on November 17, 2018, in Washington, D.C.

Long and Katz presented research conducted at UNE that demonstrates experiential avoidance. The work helps explain why college women who have experienced more incidents of sexual violence face greater psychological distress. The work bridges the disciplines of psychology and women and gender studies, Katz’s minor area of study while at UNE.

Funding for this research project was provided by the College of Arts and Sciences Summer Research Experience.

ABCT is a multidisciplinary organization committed to the enhancement of health and well-being through the treatment of human problems by applying global applications of behavioral, cognitive and biological evidence-based principles.

This annual meeting allows researchers and clinicians to share innovations, promote the utilization and dissemination of evidence-based approaches to behavioral health, facilitate networking among members and promote health and well-being through a commitment to diversity and inclusion at all levels.

 

 

UNE alumnus Ben Katz speaks with a meeting attendee
UNE alumnus Ben Katz speaks with a meeting attendee

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