Jonathan S. Abramowitz

Brett J. Deacon

Stephen P. H. Whiteside

Table of Contents: Exposure therapy for anxiety : overview and history How well does exposure therapy work? The nature and treatment of clinical anxiety Treatment planning I : functional assessment Treatment planning II : hierarchy development and treatment engagement Implementing exposure therapy : an overview Animal-related stimuli Natural environments Social concerns Unwanted intrusive thoughts Bodily cues and health concerns Contamination The aftermath of trauma Blood, injection, and injury-related stimuli Incompleteness, asymmetry, and not-just-right feelings Exposure therapy with complex cases Exposure therapy with children Involving significant others in treatment Combining exposure therapy with medication Maintaining improvement after treatment Exposure therapy : a risk-benefit analysis.

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Exposure Therapy for Anxiety, Second Edition

This book has been replaced by Exposure Therapy for Anxiety, Second Edition, ISBN 978-1-4625-3952-9.

Exposure Therapy for Anxiety

Exposure therapy is the most effective psychological treatment for anxiety, yet many clinicians lack confidence in their ability to implement it effectively while keeping clients engaged. This indispensable book provides guidelines for conducting exposure-based interventions and overcoming common roadblocks. Drawing on cutting-edge theory and research, the authors walk clinicians through assessment and treatment planning and demonstrate a wealth of specific exposure exercises. Chapters are organized around common anxiety triggers that may cut across different diagnoses, making it easier to tailor treatment to each individual's needs. Several reproducible handouts and forms can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size.

Exposure therapy is the most effective psychological treatment for anxiety. This book provides a comprehensive framework for treating clients suffering from any type of pathological worry or fear.

Brett J. Deacon

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