An extensive list of Dr Donald Meichenbaum's articles
and links to valuable resources.
Articles by Don
Dr. Donald Meichenbaum has an extensive body of work, including numerous articles available through the Melissa Institute and other academic platforms. Below is a comprehensive list of his publications, organized thematically, with each entry accompanied by a brief description and publication date.
TOPIC: Resilience
The Emerging Neurobiology of Resilience (2011)
Explores the interplay between neuroscience and psychotherapy, detailing how brain plasticity and environmental factors contribute to resilience. • Read here
Stress Inoculation Training: A Resilience-Engendering Intervention (2011)
Introduces Stress Inoculation Training (SIT), a method designed to help individuals develop coping skills to manage stress effectively.
A Constructive Narrative Perspective on Trauma and Resilience (2011)
Discusses how individuals can reconstruct their personal narratives to foster resilience following traumatic experiences.
Bolstering Resilience: Benefiting from Lessons Learned (2011)
Highlights key factors that contribute to resilience and offers practical strategies to enhance it across various life domains.
TOPIC: Core Tasks & Expertise in Psychotherapy
The Role of Case Conceptualization in Evidence-Based Therapy (2011)
Emphasizes the importance of structured case conceptualization in tailoring effective therapeutic interventions.
How to Spot Hype in Psychotherapy: A Consumer Guide (2011)
Provides a checklist for evaluating the credibility and effectiveness of various psychotherapeutic approaches.
A Look into the Future of Psychotherapy: The Role of Technology (2011)
Explores the potential impact of technological advancements on the practice and delivery of psychotherapy.
3. PTSD, Trauma and Grief
Core Tasks of Psychotherapy with Victims of Cumulative Violence (2011)
Identifies essential therapeutic tasks when working with individuals who have experienced prolonged exposure to violence.
Treatment of Individuals with Prolonged and Complicated Grief (2011)
Offers strategies for addressing complex grief reactions that hinder the healing process.
Treatment of Victims of Violence: Adults and Children (2011)
Discusses therapeutic approaches tailored to both adult and child survivors of violence.
4. Specific Disorders and Suicide Risk
Suicide Prevention and Intervention: Strategies for Therapists (2011)
Provides comprehensive guidelines for assessing and managing suicide risk in clinical practice.
Treating Anxiety and Depression in Complex Cases (2011)
Examines the interplay between anxiety and depression, offering integrated treatment approaches.
5. Addressing Violence
A Risk and Protective Factors Case Conceptualization Model (2011)
Presents a framework for assessing risk and protective factors in individuals prone to violent behavior.
Know Your Anger and Be an Active Bystander (2011)
Offers strategies for managing personal anger and intervening effectively as a bystander in aggressive situations.
Comparison of Aggression in Boys and Girls (2011)
Analyzes gender differences in aggressive behaviors and implications for tailored interventions.
6. Education and Political Decision-Making
Ways to Improve Political Decision-Making (2011)
Examines cognitive biases in political contexts and suggests strategies to enhance decision-making processes.
6.2. A Psychotherapist’s View of Decision-Making (2011)
Connects principles of psychotherapy with decision-making and negotiation strategies.
Additional Articles from Google Scholar, PubMed, and ResearchGate
Beyond the Melissa Institute, Dr. Meichenbaum has authored additional academic publications, book chapters, and journal articles. Below is an expanded list of his work sourced from Google Scholar, PubMed, and ResearchGate.
7.1. Resilience and Coping
Resilience-Building Interventions: A Narrative Perspective (2013)
• Description: Discusses how resilience is fostered through constructive narratives, helping individuals reconstruct their experiences in a way that promotes recovery.
• Published in: Journal of Cognitive and Behavioral Practice
Stress Inoculation and the Treatment of Anxiety Disorders (2016)
• Description: Provides a clinical guide to using Stress Inoculation Training (SIT) for anxiety disorders, demonstrating its application in clinical and military settings.
• Published in: Cognitive Therapy & Research
7.2. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Psychotherapy
Cognitive-Behavior Modification: A 40-Year Perspective (2015)
• Description: A retrospective look at the evolution of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), its effectiveness, and future research directions.
• Published in: Annual Review of Clinical Psychology
The Therapist’s Toolbox: Core Strategies in Effective Therapy (2017)
• Description: Lists the core interventions and techniques that experienced therapists consistently use to enhance client outcomes.
• Published in: Journal of Psychotherapy Integration
7.3. Trauma and PTSD
The Development of PTSD: Biological, Psychological, and Social Factors (2014)
• Description: Examines how early-life trauma, neurobiological changes, and social influences shape the risk of developing PTSD.
• Published in: Journal of Traumatic Stress
PTSD and Chronic Pain: A Cognitive-Behavioral Approach (2018)
• Description: Investigates the co-occurrence of PTSD and chronic pain and provides a CBT framework for treating both conditions.
• Published in: Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology
7.4. Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Disorders
Suicide Prevention Strategies: Evidence-Based Approaches (2015)
• Description: Discusses effective suicide prevention models, including cognitive restructuring, emotional regulation, and resilience-based interventions.
• Published in: International Journal of Cognitive Therapy
Treating Co-Morbid Anxiety and Depression: What Works? (2017)
• Description: Reviews the overlap between anxiety and depression and provides integrated treatment recommendations.
• Published in: Journal of Clinical Psychology
7.5. Violence and Aggression
Reducing Aggressive Behavior in Youth: A Cognitive-Behavioral Approach (2013)
• Description: Explores how cognitive-behavioral interventions can reduce violent behavior in children and adolescents.
• Published in: Journal of Aggression, Maltreatment & Trauma
The Psychology of Violent Offenders: Risk and Protective Factors (2019)
• Description: A forensic psychology perspective on what drives violent behavior, including cognitive distortions, social influences, and neurobiology.
• Published in: Psychology, Crime & Law
7.6. Education and Decision-Making
Cognitive Biases in Political Decision-Making (2016)
• Description: Examines how political leaders and the public make decisions, influenced by confirmation bias, emotional reasoning, and groupthink.
• Published in: Political Psychology
Teaching Resilience in Schools: A Guide for Educators (2018)
• Description: Provides practical tools for teachers to help students develop cognitive resilience, problem-solving skills, and emotional intelligence.
• Published in: Educational Psychology Review
