The group will read, study, and discuss books and papers by distinguished authors and researchers that explore some of the seminal concepts and clinical issues in neuropsychoanalytically informed psychotherapy. During the academic year 2022-22, we will be reading selected chapters of the book Affect Regulation Theory: A Clinical Model by Daniel Hill (2015) W.W. Norton & Company, New York. This book is a readable, clinically-based compilation of contemporary research and theory related to affect regulation – how humans regulate their emotions. As a central element of optimal human development and functioning, affect regulation is a central focus of psychoanalysis and other forms of psychotherapy. While this book draws heavily on the theories of Allan Schore, it integrates attachment theory, affective neurobiology, cognitive neurobiology, mother-infant studies, and developmental psychoanalysis. For December 2, 2022, we will discuss the following sections of the book:

Chapter 3: The Neurobiology of the Primary Affect-Regulating System, pp. 49-67

Learning Objectives: After attending the presentation, participants will be able to
– Describe five principles of the Complexity Theory as it relates to the Brain.
– Define the role of the various parts of the Limbic System in Affect Regulation.
– Explain how the Limbic System regulates the autonomic nervous system (ANS) and the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis.

Open to NPAP members and candidates I no cost
Non-members I $30.00
Contribution I Strongly Encouraged

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1.5 CE contact hours will be granted to participants with documented attendance and complete evaluation form. It is the responsibility of the participants seeking CE credits to comply with these requirements. Upon completion, a Certificate of Attendance will be emailed to all participants.

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