A Practical Approach to Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Adolescents

Mehta, Manju; Sagar, Rajesh

This volume discusses adolescent mental health concerns in non-Western contexts and situations, ranging from common mental disorders to building life skills. It combines previous literature and empirical work on various disorders to provide a comprehensive account of cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) for adolescents. The volume covers a wide spectrum of conditions, ranging from anxiety to affective disorders and other associated disorders. It gives a practical guide to the management of disorders with specific focus on case vignettes, outlining session details and specific techniques to be used throughout the intervention plan. A detailed appendix elaborating various CBT techniques is included in the volume. It presumes a basic understanding and training in mental health care and psychotherapy and is useful for professionals: psychologists, counsellors, paediatricians and other practitioners in the field of mental health. It is also useful as a text for courses in health psychology,clinical psychology, adolescent medicine and adolescent psychology.

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Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2015-03-18

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9788132222408

DOI: 10.1007/978-81-322-2241-5

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 429