| Description |
xii, 422 pages ; 27 cm |
| Contents |
Foreword / S. Rachman -- I. Phobic Disorders: An Empirical Overview. Ch. 1. Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia. Ch. 2. Social Phobia. Ch. 3. Specific Phobia -- II. Assessment and Treatment of Phobic Disorders. Ch. 4. Assessing Phobic Disorders. Ch. 5. Developing a Comprehensive Treatment Plan. Ch. 6. Exposure-Based Strategies and Social Skills Training. Ch. 7. Congnitive Strategies. Ch. 8. Pharmacological and Physical Approaches. App. A. Sources for Assessment Materials -- App. B. Recommended Readings for Clinicians -- App. C. Recommended Readings for Consumers -- App. D. National and International Organizations, Internet Resources, Statistical Information, and Other Treatment Resources |
| Summary |
This comprehensive volume provides up-to-date information on the 3 main types of phobic disorder: panic disorder and agoraphobia, social phobia, and specific phobia. The book integrates current research findings with practical recommendations for diagnosis and treatment. For each disorder, clinicians will find guidelines for assessment, including diagnostic interviews, behavioral assessments, symptom diaries, and standardized self-report measures that are highly useful for differential diagnosis and treatment planning. The authors present flexible and detailed treatment protocols for each disorder that include session frequency and duration, sequencing of cognitive and behavioral strategies, bibliotherapy, homework, and monitoring forms for tracking patient progress. Basic principles of exposure-based treatment and social skills training and the most effective cognitive techniques are described, illuminated by sample therapist-patient dialogue and troubleshooting tips. A chapter on the most commonly used medications, side effects, issues related to dosage, and strategies for discontinuing medication is included |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 323-386) and indexes |
| Notes |
Also available online via the World Wide Web, by subscription to Ovid PsycBooks |
| Subject |
Phobias -- Treatment.
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Panic disorders -- Treatment.
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Agoraphobia.
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Phobic Disorders.
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Agoraphobia.
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Panic Disorder.
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| Genre/Form |
Guide (Descripteur de forme).
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| Author |
Swinson, Richard P.
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American Psychological Association.
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| LC no. |
00038094 |
| ISBN |
1557986967 : |
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