Disappointment and the Fear of Hope: From Theory to Research

The result of hoping and then experiencing deep or repeated disappointment can be a profound poisoning of hope. You recoil from hope, because the striving this emotion fosters potentially risks another unbearable disappointment. In this situation, hope appears tainted, so you stop all together.

Dr. Ross Ellenhorn calls this “Fear of Hope”. He joined a team at Rutgers University to study it, developing a Fear of Hope Scale, showing that fear of hope is a valid variable in people’s lives. In his talk he discusses this research, the theories behind it, and how they apply to the lives of indi...Read moreviduals diagnosed and treated for psychiatric and addiction issues. Less...

Learning Objectives

Learners will leave the talk with a strong understanding of the delicate nature of hope in treatment, and how treatment providers can be both the site of hope and the instigators of despair.
Learners will leave the talk with a strong understanding of hope as a target for therapeutic relationships and will be able to integrate this insight into her practice.
Identify the ways treatment systems can contribute to a fear of hope in their clients.
Learners will leave the talk with a strong understanding of how developing a sense of hope is central to psychosocial recovery and personal change.

Friday, July 16, 2021

Live Interactive Webinar

11:00 AM EDT - 01:00 PM EDT

EARN 2 CE Credit Hours

About the speakers

Ross Ellenhorn, MSW, Ph.D.

Dr. Ellenhorn is trained as a sociologist, psychotherapist and social worker. He has spent the last two decades helping individuals suffering psychiatric symptoms find the psychological and social means for remaining outside institutional settings. He created the first fully-operating intensive hospital diversion and wrap-around program in Massachusetts, later creating and leading, one of the first Programs for Assertive Community Treatment teams in the Commonwealth.

Leah Kogan

Brand Manager

CE Information - Earn 2 CE Credit Hours

CE Approvals

National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors

This program is approved for 2 CEU training credits/hours by NAADAC, The Association for Addiction Professionals. Pavillon is a NAADAC approved provider, 55251.

CE Process Info

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Complete evaluation forms for the event
Download your continuing education certificate in a PDF format

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