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Martin E Franklin1, Julie P Harrison, Kristin L Benavides

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, 3535 Market Street, 6th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA. marty@upenn.edu

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This article reviews cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) for child anxiety disorders, including separation anxiety, generalized anxiety, and social phobia. It covers current treatments, innovations, and future research directions for these common childhood conditions.

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Area of Science:

  • Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Behavioral Therapy

Background:

  • Childhood anxiety disorders are prevalent and significantly impact development.
  • The child anxiety triad includes separation anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and social phobia.
  • Effective interventions are crucial for managing these conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) for the child anxiety triad.
  • To review existing and novel CBT treatment methods.
  • To outline future research directions in the field.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing and emerging CBT techniques.
  • Analysis of diagnostic criteria and clinical presentations for each disorder.
  • Synthesis of disorder-specific treatment strategies and innovations.

Main Results:

  • Cognitive behavior therapy is an evidence-based treatment for childhood anxiety disorders.
  • Specific CBT protocols have been developed and refined for separation anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and social phobia.
  • Innovations include tailored interventions and integration of new therapeutic elements.

Conclusions:

  • CBT offers effective treatment options for the child anxiety triad.
  • Continued research is needed to further refine and expand CBT approaches.
  • Addressing diagnostic criteria, clinical presentation, and treatment innovations is key for future progress.