The Will and the Ways: Positive Psychology for Dual Diagnosis Positive Psychology Intervention (PPI) Katalin Ujhelyi kzu1hss@bolton.ac.uk

Dual diagnosis: Comorbidity of Substance misuse & mental Illness PhD Aims & Objectives: The application of Positive Psychology to Dual Diagnosis Dual diagnosis: Comorbidity of Substance misuse & mental Illness Positive Psychology Positive Psychotherapy - Positive psychology Intervention (PPI)

PPI for individuals with Dual Diagnosis 2 pilot studies – 2 groups 12 session, one session each week 2 hours each session Meditations Videos, Songs Recommended reading Psychoeducation Interactive group activities Independent work

PPI for individuals with Dual Diagnosis 1. Introduction 2. Mindfulness 3. Strengths 4. Gratitude 5. Meaning, Flow & Engagement 6. Hope & Motivation 7. Hope & Motivation 8. Positive Emotions 9. Compassion 10. Mindful Nutrition 11. Resilience 12. Closing session

Evaluation – Mixed Methods Questionnaires Substance use/dependence Mental Health Positive Psychological Questionnaires Interviews & focus groups - Clients & Staff

Evaluation Mixed Methods “I see life in a totally different light!” “I feel like I have just woken up!” Change of perspective ‘life is worth living’ ‘I can do this!‘ ‘I am capable’, “This intervention has changed my way of thinking about myself. I think I shall give myself a little more credit from now on.” “I don’t want to go to the recovery services for the rest of my life.”

What’s next? Positive Psychology Intervention Manual & linked website Workshop for staff Professional & Personal use