PSYCHOLOGY AND MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCE LINKS, BIO, AND PUBLCATIONS OF MOHIUDDIN AHMED, PH.D.

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This Web page is intended for dissemination of information on mental health and psychology related topics. The Web page primarily consists of indexing various available on-line sites with acknowledgments cited for the sites that are indexed. Organization of subject matters and selection of specific websites for indexing are subject to future changes, and Dr. Ahmed is open for suggestions and ideas to improve the website. The Web page will be updated from time to time.

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A comprehensive resource link to various subject matters in psychology and mental health with links to online resources, journals, books and research by Center for Psychological Resources from Ahtabasca University

General Psychology:

General Psychology Resources

A comprehensive link to writing resources by Psychology Center, Athabasca University, Canada

Grammar Slammer-an excellent quick finding resource from English Plus

William Strunk Jr.’s ‘Elements of Style’

“APA Research Style Crib Sheet” by Russ Dewey- an excellent resource for APA style of writing for journals

  1. American Psychological Association (APA)
    Career paths, education requirements, and job outlook for psychologists.
    Visit APA Careers
  2. Psychology.org
    Comprehensive guide to psychology careers, including specialization options and salary insights.
    Visit Psychology.org
  3. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) – Psychologists
    Job outlook, average salaries, and work environments for psychologists.
    Visit BLS – Psychologists
  4. All Psychology Careers
    Overview of psychology careers, degree requirements, and licensing information.
    Visit All Psychology Careers

Physiological Psychology

Cognitive Psychology

  1. GoCognitive
    Free resources on cognitive neuroscience, including interviews and interactive tools.
    Visit GoCognitive
  2. Cognitive Psychology Section on Verywell Mind
    Articles on memory, attention, and problem-solving.
    Explore Verywell Mind
  3. Association for Psychological Science (APS)
    Research and articles on perception, memory, and cognition.
    Explore APS Cognitive Psychology

Abnormal Psychology

  1. Open Textbook Library
    Free textbook on psychological disorders.
    Access the Textbook
  2. edX Online Courses
    Courses on abnormal psychology topics like diagnosis and treatment.
    Visit edX

Forensic Psychology

  1. American College of Forensic Psychology
    Offers professional development through conferences and webinars.
    Visit the College
  2. American Board of Forensic Psychology (ABFP)
    Focuses on board certification and workshops.
    Visit ABFP
  3. APA Division 41: American Psychology-Law Society (AP-LS)
    Resources at the intersection of psychology and law.
    Explore AP-LS

Social Psychology

  1. Social Psychology Network
    Resources for understanding social behavior and relationships.
    Visit Social Psychology Network
  2. Psychology Today – Social Psychology
    Expert commentary on relationships and group dynamics.
    Explore Psychology Today

Evolutionary Psychology

  1. Center for Evolutionary Psychology (UCSB)
    Resources on evolutionary principles in psychology.
    Visit UCSB CEP
  2. Frontiers in Psychology – Evolutionary Psychology Section
    Open-access journal articles.
    Visit Frontiers in Psychology

Brain Basics and Memory

  1. Brain Basics: The Division of the Nervous System
    Overview of the nervous system’s structure and functions.
    Visit NIMH – Brain Basics
  2. Memory – Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy
    Comprehensive exploration of memory from a philosophical perspective.
    Explore Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Behavior Analysis and Learning

  1. Behavior Analysis and Learning – Athabasca University Psychology Resources
    Resources covering behavioral analysis and its application in learning processes.
    Visit Athabasca Psychology Resources

Evolutionary Psychology

  1. Center for Evolutionary Psychology (UCSB)
    Foundational principles, research topics, and resources on evolutionary psychology.
    Visit UCSB CEP
  2. Frontiers in Psychology – Evolutionary Psychology Section
    Open-access research articles on evolutionary psychology.
    Visit Frontiers in Psychology
  3. Psychology Today – Evolutionary Psychology Section
    Insights and commentary on topics such as relationships and decision-making.
    Explore Psychology Today
  4. American Psychological Association (APA)
    Scholarly resources aligning evolutionary theories with psychology.
    Visit APA
  5. Human Behavior and Evolution Society (HBES)
    Resources on interdisciplinary research in evolutionary psychology.
    Explore HBES

Statistics and Research Methods

  1. Statsoft Inc. – Basic Statistical Operations
    A comprehensive guide to statistical concepts.
    Visit Statsoft
  2. Athabasca University – Research Methods and Statistics
    Tutorials and resources on research methods and statistics.
    Visit Athabasca Research Methods

Abnormal Psychology

  1. Open Textbook Library – Fundamentals of Psychological Disorders
    A free textbook offering an introduction to abnormal psychology.
    Access the Textbook
  2. edX Online Courses
    Learn about abnormal psychology topics such as diagnosis and treatment.
    Visit edX

Forensic Psychology

  1. American College of Forensic Psychology
    Professional development opportunities and journal access.
    Visit the College
  2. American Board of Forensic Psychology (ABFP)
    Certification details and workshops.
    Visit ABFP
  3. APA Division 41: American Psychology-Law Society (AP-LS)
    Resources at the intersection of psychology and law.
    Explore AP-LS

Special Education and Specific Disorders

  1. Learning Disability Association of America
    Resources on learning disabilities and support.
    Visit LDA America
  2. National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) – Autism Spectrum Disorder
    Comprehensive resources on autism.
    Visit NIMH Autism Resources
  3. CHADD – Children and Adults with ADHD
    Resources and support for ADHD.
    Visit CHADD

Writing Resources

  1. APA Style Crib Sheet by Russ Dewey
    An excellent resource for APA writing style.
    Visit APA Style Crib Sheet
  2. Grammar Slammer
    A quick reference for grammar and style issues.
    Visit Grammar Slammer

PUBLICATIONS OF DR.MOHIUDDIN AHMED”: 

YouTube Posting:

Dr. Ahmed recently updated a posting on Movement Awareness video highlighting rationale body movement relaxation exercise (BMR) that was referenced in various books and articles published by Dr. Ahmed, primarily in collaboration with Professor Charles Boisvert of Rode Island College on Mind Stimulation Therapy model.

Books and Chapter Publications by Drs. Ahmed and Boisvert

1. Promoting Psychological Wellbeing through Body Movement Awareness Exercises
Drs. Ahmed and Boisvert contributed a chapter titled Promoting Psychological Wellbeing through Body Movement Awareness Exercises to the book Neuroeducation Toolbox: Practical Translations of Neuroscience in Counseling and Psychotherapy, edited by Raisa Miller and Eric T. Beason (Cognella, 2020).

2. Using Diagrams in Psychotherapy: A Guide to Visually Enhanced Therapy
This book, published by Routledge in 2019, is the second collaboration between Professor Charles Boisvert and Dr. Mohiuddin Ahmed. It builds upon years of work developing the Mind Stimulation Therapy model, blending clinical insights with visually enhanced techniques to support therapy outcomes.
The book explores how Visual Enhanced Therapy (VET) aids in managing everyday psychological challenges, such as:

  • Mindfulness
  • Stress
  • Mood Regulation
  • Self-Esteem
  • Panic and more.

It introduces over 100 diagrams and worksheets, providing clinicians with tools to engage clients actively in sessions. Chapter 8 specifically focuses on strategies for working with challenging mental health cases, including clients with persistent psychosis, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse.

Key Features of VET in the Book:

  • Use of visual aids to enhance therapy goals and themes.
  • Practical handouts and worksheets for client engagement.
  • Insights into communication and memory principles, linking therapy with research in cognitive science and education.
  • Flexible techniques adaptable to different clinical settings and theoretical models.

3. Mind Stimulation Therapy: Cognitive Intervention for Persons with Schizophrenia
Their first collaborative book, published by Routledge in 2013, outlines the Mind Stimulation Therapy model. This approach integrates Dr. Ahmed’s extensive clinical experience across various settings and Dr. Boisvert’s contributions as a Ph.D. student under Dr. Ahmed’s supervision at the Community Care Alliance RI.

Professional Collaborations and Presentations:
Dr. Ahmed and Dr. Boisvert have presented their work at numerous professional gatherings, including:

  • Cape Cod Symposium on Addictive Disorders (CCSAD).
  • International Society for Psychological and Social Approaches to Psychosis (ISPS).
  • Various Rhode Island-based mental health organizations.

These works emphasize the authors’ commitment to enhancing psychotherapy by integrating innovative techniques and research, making their books invaluable resources for clinicians across disciplines.

Articles:  

Most recently published:

Mohiuddin Ahmed, Ph.D. T. Mental Health Science Journal, 1:(1, Wiley Online Publications, 2022.

Type 1 and Type 2 psychosis‐related disorders for optimal treatment and management (wiley.com)

Other articles:

Other notable recent writings of interest to the mental health community: 

Dr. Ahmed recently posted three articles in ISPS-US Newsletter: the first one outlined his recent and projected professional and publication related activities: ISPS-US  Newsletter, December, 2016(pp 9-15); the second one was on the use of existential perspectives and positive redirection in working with people with psychosis (pp7-9): ISPS-US Newsletter, March, 2017 ; and the most recent one is on ” Use of Movement Experience as adjunct to  Psychotherapy and Counseling in working with clients across life spans,” ISPS-US Newsletter, Winter/Spring 2018. 

Dr. Ahmed also enabled posthumous publications of Jay D. Paul.  (Dr. Ahmed saw Paul in counseling  on a periodic basis as part of Community Support Program service where Paul was a client). In the counseling sessions, Dr.Ahmed used elements of Mind Stimulation Therapy Model, specifically computer facilitated collaborative therapy dialogue.  Paul gave some of his writings to Dr.Ahmed before he passed away.  Two of his writings were submitted for publication in consultation with Paul’s parents.  (See footnotes to the two  articles published in Schizophrenia Bulletin) :

Symposium Presentations of Interest to Clinicians Working with Substance Use and Dual Diagnosed Disorders:

Dr. Ahmed and Dr. Boisvert did two presentations at 23rd (2010) and 26th (2014) Cape Cod Symposium of Addictive Disorders (CCSAD)on the use of Multimodal Integrative Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (MICST) and Mind Stimulation Therapy (MST) with dual diagnosed substance use and mental health symptoms that were very positively received by mental health professionals working with this population. The presentations drew heavily from Dr. Ahmed’s work experience with these while he worked at a psychiatric inpatient facility (Taunton State Hospital in Massachusetts) and community residency program of a CMHC (Community Care Alliance-RI, formerly NRI Community Services) in Rhode Island. See Chapter 8 of Mind Stimulation Therapy: Cognitive Intervention for Persons with Schizophrenia, where a part of the work is reported.  

Educational Background
Mohiuddin Ahmed completed his post-secondary education (I.A.) at Dhaka College, followed by a B.A. (Hons.) and M.A. in Philosophy from Dhaka University, Bangladesh. He was awarded a prestigious Fulbright Scholarship to pursue studies in the United States, where he earned an M.S. in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University, Brooklyn, New York, and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. His clinical internship was completed at Winnebago Mental Health Institute.
Dr. Ahmed has teaching experience at institutions in Bangladesh (University of Dhaka), the Philippines (Ateneo de Manila), and the United States (Northeastern University).

Clinical Experience
Dr. Ahmed has over 40 years of clinical experience working with diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients. His work spans various inpatient and outpatient settings, such as psychiatric hospitals, mental health and substance abuse agencies, services for developmental disabilities, and nursing homes. He also maintained a private practice in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, providing consultation to public school special education programs and collaborative educational initiatives for children with special needs.

Student Training Contributions
Dr. Ahmed has extensively supervised and trained graduate students, including:

  • Approximately 30 Ph.D. Clinical and School Psychology students from the University of Rhode Island during their internships and externships at Community Care Alliance (formerly NRI Community Services).
  • Over 15 Psy.D. students from William James College during their one-year clinical psychology internships at Taunton State Hospital and Community Care Alliance-RI.
  • Nearly 10 post-doctoral fellows from the Brown University Clinical Psychology Consortium during their internships at Community Care Alliance of RI, affiliated with Brown Medical School.

Professional Affiliations
Dr. Ahmed has worked as a staff member or consultant for numerous agencies in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, including:

  • Wrentham State School
  • Taunton State Hospital
  • Community Care Alliance RI (NRI Community Services)
  • Human Resource Institute
  • MedOptions, Inc. (psychological services for nursing home clients)
  • Developmental Evaluation Clinic at Boston Children’s Hospital
  • Several educational collaboratives and community mental health organizations.

Research Leadership
Dr. Ahmed has led and contributed to numerous research projects, including:

  • Behavior Training for Filipino Children (1970–71): A project for the Philippine Mental Health Association.
  • Community Programs for Adults with Behavioral Disorders (1976–79): Sponsored by Wrentham Research Foundation and the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health and Retardation.
  • Collaborative School-Based Programs (1980–86): Pioneered home-based and school-based counseling in collaboration with RI public schools.
  • Multi-Function Needs Assessment Adaptation (1996–97): Sponsored by Rhode Island Mental Health Advancement Resource Center.
  • Clozapine Treatment Follow-Up Study (1998–2009): Co-directed with Dr. David Osser, sponsored by the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health Research Committee.

Contact and Contributions
For suggestions or inquiries, please email Dr. Ahmed at mohiuddinahmed37@gmail.com or dr.mahmed69@gmail.com.
The website welcomes recommendations for psychology and mental health resources but does not accept advertisements. It serves as a free educational platform highlighting Dr. Ahmed’s work and publications. (Last updated: October 2019)

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