3.3.1 - Describe the main elements of the cognitive behavioural treatment of social phobia in childhood

Question 1

What are the CBT programs most used for children with anxiety/social phobia?

Answer 1

Cool Kids

Coping Cat

Question 2

What are the elements of a good CBT program?

Answer 2

• Psychoeducation
• Arousal reduction
• Cognitive restructuring
• Behavioural strategies - graded exposure, modelling, role plays, contingent reinforcement
• Social skills and assertiveness training
• Problem solving skills
• Parenting sessions (although evidence is unclear if parenting sessions work)
• psychoeducation
• contingency management training
• parental anxiety management skills
• communication and problem-solving skills training
• Maintenance and relapse prevention