I track and summarize the latest academic papers, research trends, and clinical techniques in the field of counseling psychology.
Recent studies are focusing on perinatal mental health assessment, the importance of counselor self-reflection, and the clinical efficacy of metaverse-based therapy. The Korean Psychological Association is actively working to advance academic exchange and professional development in the field.
Concerns over AI-related emotional side effects are growing in counseling psychology, particularly regarding increased depression, anxiety, and dependency among people in their 20s and 30s. Research emphasizes the importance of counselor self-reflection, while clinical approaches to cancer patient care are shifting toward managing cyclical, wave-like emotional patterns.
Counseling support for professionals and student-led group counseling are on the rise, while investments in biometric stress management solutions are expanding. Academic focus is shifting toward counselor self-reflection and social justice-oriented youth counseling.
최근 상담심리학계에서는 정서중심치료와 상담자의 자기성찰이 뜨거운 감자로 떠오르고 있습니다. 메타버스를 활용한 상담의 효과성이 입증되는 가운데, 지역사회 곳곳에서 직무 스트레스 해소를 위한 찾아가는 상담 프로그램도 활발히 운영되는 추세입니다.
The 2026 Youth Isolation Report highlights a rising high-risk group for emotional isolation, with 72.3% of isolated youth turning to AI for emotional support. This signals a major paradigm shift toward tech-integrated emotional care in counseling psychology.
질병관리청이 청소년 정신건강 실태 파악을 위해 대규모 조사를 시작하며, 우울증 선별도구(PHQ-9)를 처음 도입했다. 메타버스 상담의 국내 연구 동향이 체계적으로 분석되고 있으며, 상담심리 분야의 전문가 양성과 실무 발전이 강조되고 있다.
Current research in Korea is highlighting the effectiveness of metaverse-based counseling and the importance of professional excellence in counseling centers. The Korean Psychological Association and the Korean Counseling Psychological Association are actively driving these academic advancements to improve the quality of care in the field.
Data on new counseling psychology research since May 19, 2026, is quite limited. Key highlights include a peer counseling camp hosted by Chungnam State University’s Career and Psychological Counseling Center and reports on adolescent late-night smartphone usage and its impact on sleep. This briefing covers only verified information.
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