Laura Nabors - Anxiety Management in Children with Mental and Physical Health Problems

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This book addresses anxiety and its management. The focus is on managing anxiety when a child or adolescent has a comorbid mental health problem. The first chapter reviews anxiety in children, while chapter two presents evidence-based interventions for anxiety management. Five chapters present information on mental health problems and comorbid anxiety. The mental health problems include depression, substance use, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and Conduct Disorder (defined broadly to include conduct problems, such as Oppositional Defiant Disorder). There is also a chapter on anxiety and chronic illness, as internalizing problems can be a significant issue when children are coping with chronic illnesses.

I have an interest in the treatment of children, especially elementary school-age children. However, where appropriate, literature and information for adolescents is also included. Case studies typically are presented at the end of chapters to apply information from the field. Cases are fictional and represent ideas to help clinicians working in one-on-one sessions with children. Where possible, evidence-based treatment ideas are incorporated, usually within a modular approach to addressing key presenting problems for the child. Treatment of presenting problems brings a sense of relief for the child and family and, if successful, presents a base for moving forward to intervene to address other mental health issues and family problems.

I greatly appreciate the opportunity to develop this book. The impetus for writing the book came from noticing that more information on treatment of comorbid problems in children will advance our field. The book also reflects my belief in the ability of children and families to cope with and transform their lives. Children are resilient in nature, and treatment of anxiety in the early years may prevent long-term problems. It may also reduce occurrence of other types of mental health problems.