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Cognitive-behavioral treatments

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The present paper provides an overview of the guiding theory and descriptive features of the cognitive-behavioral approach to psychosocial interventions for youths. Cognitive-behavioral treatment has been applied to various disorders including anxiety, aggression, depression, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, pain, and learning disabilities. Research on the nature of these disorders, a description of related treatment strategies, and an illustrative review of treatment outcome data is provided. Discussion focuses on a consideration of familial involvement, developmental factors, and methodological issues (i.e., comorbidity and normative comparisons) that require research attention.

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Kendall, P.C., Panichelli-Mindel, S.M. Cognitive-behavioral treatments. J Abnorm Child Psychol 23, 107–124 (1995). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01447047

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