Around 15 of children are thought to suffer from anxiety disorders the most commonly identified emotional or behavioural problems among children Based on techniques developed & practised by the authors this book teaches parents how to use cognitive behavioural techniques with their children & in so doing become their child's therapist helping them to overcome any fears worries & phobias Addresses specific fears & phobias as well as general anxiety & 'worrying' Provides step-by-step practical strategies
Includes: case studies worksheets & charts Based on the authors' experience at their anxiety disorders clinic at the University of Reading & developed from a programme based on working almost exclusively with parents