CBT for Depression in Children and Adolescents


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Despite the availability of effective treatments for child and adolescent depression, relapse rates in this population remain high. This innovative manual presents an evidence-based brief therapy for 8- to 18-year-olds who have responded to acute treatment but still have residual symptoms. Each session of relapse prevention cognitive-behavioral therapy (RP-CBT) is illustrated in step-by-step detail, including focused techniques for promoting and sustaining well-being, supplemental strategies for tailoring treatment to each individual's needs, and ways to involve parents. In a convenient large-size format, the book features 51 reproducible handouts and forms. Purchasers get access to a Web page where they can download and print the reproducible materials.




Improving Outcomes and Preventing Relapse in Cognitive-behavioral Therapy


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Organized around specific psychological disorders, this important work brings together leading scientist-practitioners to present strategies for maximizing the benefits of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Described are effective ways not only to overcome frequently encountered treatment obstacles, but also to help people stay well once therapy has ended. Tightly edited chapters provide clear recommendations for adapting standard treatment protocols for tough-to-treat patients; enhancing motivation and homework compliance; dealing with common comorbidities; complementing CBT with other approaches; and targeting the factors that contribute to relapse and recurrence.




Encyclopedia of Cognitive Behavior Therapy


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One of the hallmarks of cognitive behavior therapy is its diversity today. Since its inception, over twenty five years ago, this once revolutionary approach to psychotherapy has grown to encompass treatments across the full range of psychological disorders. The Encyclopedia of Cognitive Behavior Therapy brings together all of the key aspects of this field distilling decades of clinical wisdom into one authoritative volume. With a preface by Aaron T. Beck, founder of the cognitive approach, the Encyclopedia features entries by noted experts including Arthur Freeman, Windy Dryden, Marsha Linehan, Edna Foa, and Thomas Ollendick to name but a few, and reviews the latest empirical data on first-line therapies and combination approaches, to give readers both insights into clients’ problems and the most effective treatments available. • Common disorders and conditions: anxiety, depression, OCD, phobias, sleep disturbance, eating disorders, grief, anger • Essential components of treatment: the therapeutic relationship, case formulation, homework, relapse prevention • Treatment methods: dialectical behavior therapy, REBT, paradoxical interventions, social skills training, stress inoculation, play therapy, CBT/medicine combinations • Applications of CBT with specific populations: children, adolescents, couples, dually diagnosed clients, the elderly, veterans, refugees • Emerging problems: Internet addiction, chronic pain, narcolepsy pathological gambling, jet lag All entries feature reference lists and are cross-indexed. The Encyclopedia of Cognitive Behavior Therapy capably fills practitioners’ and educators’ needs for an idea book, teaching text, or quick access to practical, workable interventions.




Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders


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Providing clinicians and patients with the latest developments in research, this new edition is a succinct and practical introduction to the diagnosis, evaluation and management of OCD and other related disorders. Part of the Oxford Psychiatry Library series, this pocketbook includes individual chapters on the phenomenology, pathogenesis, pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy of OCD and other related disorders, and features fully updated content and research. The book also includes a helpful resources chapter, and an Appendix with summaries of the major rating scales used to assess patients with OCD, which will be of use to both clinicians and patients. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and Obsessive-compulsive-related disorders (OCRDs) are anxiety disorders characterized by obsessions and compulsions, and varying degrees of anxiety and depression. OCRDs are considered to be one of the most disabling of psychiatric disorders and they present a tremendous economic and social burden, both for the affected individual, their family, and for society at large. In contrast to other psychiatric conditions of a comparable or lesser prevalence and patient burden, relatively little is understood about the aetiology, and cognitive effects of OCRDs.




Overcoming Depression


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This therapist guide is designed to give mental health professionals the necessary tools to assess and treat a broad range of mood disorders, particularly depression. Based on the principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy, the Taming the BEAST (TTB) program helps patients develop a set of coping strategies and skills to proactively manage their depressed mood. Using the acronym BEAST, treatment modules address biology, emotions, activity, situations, and thoughts. Each module comes complete with step-by-step instructions for delivering treatment including outlines and lists of materials needed. In-session exercises as well as home assignments help motivate the patient and allow for the monitoring of progress. Written by experts in the field, this guide comes complete with chapters on assessment, socialization, and termination. The TTB program offers both therapist and patient a roadmap for overcoming the depression 'beast.' TreatmentsThatWorkTM represents the gold standard of behavioral healthcare interventions! · All programs have been rigorously tested in clinical trials and are backed by years of research · A prestigious scientific advisory board, led by series Editor-In-Chief David H. Barlow, reviews and evaluates each intervention to ensure that it meets the highest standard of evidence so you can be confident that you are using the most effective treatment available to date · Our books are reliable and effective and make it easy for you to provide your clients with the best care available · Our corresponding workbooks contain psychoeducational information, forms and worksheets, and homework assignments to keep clients engaged and motivated · A companion website (www.oup.com/us/ttw) offers downloadable clinical tools and helpful resources · Continuing Education (CE) Credits are now available on select titles in collaboration with PsychoEducational Resources, Inc. (PER)




Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Depressed Adolescents


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Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Depressed Adolescents provides clinicians, clinical supervisors, and researchers with a comprehensive understanding of etiological pathways as well as current CBT approaches for treating affected adolescents. Chapters guide readers from preparations for the first session and clinical assessment to termination and relapse prevention, and each chapter includes session transcripts to provide a more concrete sense of what it looks like to implement particular CBT techniques with depressed teens. In-depth discussions of unique challenges posed by working with depressed teens, as well as ways to address these issues, also are provided.




Cognitive Therapy of Depression


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Reflecting major contemporary developments in theory and clinical practice, the second edition of this authoritative guide has been significantly rewritten with 85% new material. Cognitive therapy (CT) pioneer Aaron T. Beck and associates provide cutting-edge knowledge about the cognitive model of depression and the most effective, lasting ways to reduce clients' suffering. The volume links clearly explained theoretical principles to specific therapeutic strategies. Techniques for identifying, examining, and changing the thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors that give rise to depression and related disorders are illustrated with compelling vignettes and sample dialogues. New to This Edition *Reflects the maturation of CT for treating more complicated presentations, including patients with chronic depression or underlying personality disorders. *Brings therapists up to date on schema-focused approaches as well as classic cognitive and behavioral interventions. *Incorporates data from basic research and many dozens of clinical trials. *All-new vignettes and a chapter-length case example. *Greater attention to the therapeutic relationship and to longer-term treatment.




Cognitive Behavioral Therapy


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Description Did you know that in our entire worldly population, that 450 million people are suffering from some sort of mental disorder on a daily basis? The most common mental disorders that people struggle with every day are depression and anxiety. Are you someone that feels like they are always burdened by their mental disorders? Do you feel like you're being held back from your full potential? Are you feeling stuck and are struggling to get out of this slump? If you identify with this, then this book can help you not only learn Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to treat your disorders, but it will also equip you with the right knowledge to understand what is happening and why. Millions of people give up on their mental health treatments every year because they think that it isn't effective, or it isn't working quickly enough. Well, treating mental health is a complicated matter, and it is not a one size fits all. Although it is true that cognitive behavioral therapy has been proven to be the most effective treatment for most mental disorders, it is crucial to learn as much as you can regarding your own mental health, and from there, apply your own CBT methods to properly treat your individual situation. This book will be able to help you with that by arming you with information from these following topics: The history behind Cognitive Behavioral Therapy The modern day uses of CBT How CBT works Anxiety disorders, causes, and symptoms Depression disorders, causes, and symptoms The benefits and drawbacks of choosing CBT as treatment How to use CBT to manage your anxiety and/or depression Other methods that also help to manage anxiety and/or depression How to manage your anger CBT has been proven to be effective for up to 75% of people who use it as treatment. In fact, the effectiveness level rises up to 90% if it is combined with other methods as well. This book will teach you how to apply CBT to your individual mental health case, and it will also teach you other methods that help treat mental disorders. By combining CBT with other treatments like meditation and lifestyle improvements, the effectiveness of the entire set of treatment rises significantly. Most people in our society today are mistaken about mental health disorders. People think that every one that is diagnosed needs to take medication in order to treat it properly. Although this is true in severe cases of mental disorders, a lot of mental health disorders can be well managed and prevented by practicing CBT and other forms of treatment. Unlike most mental health medications, CBT has minimal to zero side effects and is much longer-lasting. It takes medication over 6 weeks for the person to feel the effects of it, while people state that within 8 – 15 sessions of CBT, they begin to feel a lot better. This goes to say that CBT is a low risk and high reward type of treatment. So if you are someone that is looking to gain better mental health and to learn how to properly and safely manage your anxiety or depression, look no further. Buy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy today and begin to heal yourself.




Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Depression, Second Edition


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This acclaimed work, now in a new edition, has introduced tens of thousands of clinicians to mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) for depression, an 8-week program with proven effectiveness. Step by step, the authors explain the "whys" and "how-tos" of conducting mindfulness practices and cognitive interventions that have been shown to bolster recovery from depression and prevent relapse. Clinicians are also guided to practice mindfulness themselves, an essential prerequisite to teaching others. Forty-five reproducible handouts are included. Purchasers get access to a companion website featuring downloadable audio recordings of the guided mindfulness practices (meditations and mindful movement), plus all of the reproducibles, ready to download and print in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size. A separate website for use by clients features the audio recordings only. New to This Edition *Incorporates a decade's worth of developments in MBCT clinical practice and training. *Chapters on additional treatment components: the pre-course interview and optional full-day retreat. *Chapters on self-compassion, the inquiry process, and the three-minute breathing space. *Findings from multiple studies of MBCT's effectiveness and underlying mechanisms. Includes studies of adaptations for treating psychological and physical health problems other than depression. *Audio files of the guided mindfulness practices, narrated by the authors, on two separate Web pages--one for professionals, together with the reproducibles, and one just for clients. See also the authors' related titles for clients: The Mindful Way through Depression demonstrates these proven strategies in a self-help format, with in-depth stories and examples. The Mindful Way Workbook gives clients additional, explicit support for building their mindfulness practice, following the sequence of the MBCT program. Plus, for professionals: Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy with People at Risk of Suicide extends and refines MBCT for clients with suicidal depression.