Publications by authors named "John P Dehlin"

This study reports the results of a comprehensive online survey of 1,612 current or former members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, many of whom engaged in psychotherapy to cope with (i.e., understand, accept, or change) their same-sex attractions.

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This study examined sexual orientation change efforts (SOCE) by 1,612 individuals who are current or former members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS). Data were obtained through a comprehensive online survey from both quantitative items and open-ended written responses. A minimum of 73% of men and 43% of women in this sample attempted sexual orientation change, usually through multiple methods and across many years (on average).

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This study evaluated acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) for scrupulosity-based obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Five adults were treated with eight sessions of ACT, without in-session exposure, in a multiple baseline across participants design. Daily monitoring of compulsions and avoided valued activities were tracked throughout the study.

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Exposure and response prevention (ERP) is the most effective psychological treatment for unwanted, intrusive thoughts associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). However, the procedures involved in ERP (i.e.

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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "John P Dehlin"

  • - John P Dehlin's research primarily focuses on the psychological experiences of individuals affiliated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), particularly regarding sexual orientation change efforts and the impact of therapy on their mental health.
  • - His studies indicate that a significant portion of LGBQ individuals within the LDS community have engaged in sexual orientation change efforts (SOCE), with a notable percentage reporting extensive attempts to alter their sexual orientation through various therapeutic methods over extended periods.
  • - Dehlin also explores the use of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for specific mental health challenges, such as scrupulosity in obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), contributing to the broader understanding of therapeutic interventions in managing anxiety and intrusive thoughts.