The clinician's guide to cognitive-behavioral therapy for childhood obsessive-compulsive disorder

This title brings together a wealth of experts on paediatric and adolescent OCD, providing novel cognitive behavioural strategies and considerations that therapists can immediately put into practice.

The book provides case studies and example metaphors on how to explain exposure models to children in a developmentally appropriate manner.

The book also instructs clinicians on how to use symptom information and rating scales to develop an appropriate exposure hierarchy.

The book is arranged into two major sections: assessment and treatment of childhood OCD and special considerations in treating childhood OCD.

Each chapter is structured to include relevant background and empirical support for the topic at hand, practical discussion of the nature and implementation of the core component, and a case illustration that highlights the use of a particular technique.