Mastering Your Fears and Phobias

by Craske, Michelle G.; Antony, Martin M.; Barlow, David H.

• ISBN13: 9780195189179
• ISBN10: 0195189175
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-09-07
• Publisher: Oxford University Press

Summary

Specific Phobia is the most commonly occurring anxiety disorder with approximately 12.5% of the general population reporting at least one specific phobia during their lives. People may fear heights, flying, spiders, blood, water, and any other number of circumscribed objects or situations.Research has shown the most effective treatment for these fears and phobias is an exposure-based, cognitive-behavioral program. Written by renowned researchers, this Therapist Guide provides you with all the information you need to help your clients ease their anxiety and conquer their fears.Whether they are afraid of dentists, dogs, or driving, you can teach your clients the necessary skills to overcome their phobia in as little as a few weeks. The strategies outlined in this book include exposure exercises and cognitive restructuring techniques. The corresponding Workbook includesblank forms and records for tracking progress and allows the client to extend the therapeutic experience outside of the office. Together, both books form a comprehensive package that has proven to be the most effective and successful treatment available for specific phobia.

Table of Contents

Introductory Information for Therapists	1	(20)
Introduction to Specific Phobias and Their Treatment
Specific Phobias: Phenomenology	21	(6)
How Do Phobias Develop?	27	(10)
Learning About Your Specific Phobia	37	(16)
General Principles of Treatment for Specific Phobias
Developing a Treatment Plan	53	(6)
Changing Thoughts	59	(14)
Preparing for Exposure	73	(8)
Specifics of Exposure	81	(14)
Strategies and Ideas for Various Specific Phobias
General Issues Relating to Chapters 8 Through 14 of the Workbook	95	(6)
Overcoming Phobias of Blood, Needles, Doctors, and Dentists	101	(8)
Overcoming Claustrophobia	109	(6)
Overcoming Animal and Insect Phobias	115	(8)
Overcoming Height Phobias	123	(6)
Overcoming Driving Phobias	129	(6)
Overcoming Flying Phobias	135	(6)
Overcoming Phobias of Storms, Water, Choking, and Vomiting	141	(6)
Recommended Reading	147	(4)
References	151	(8)
About the Authors	159