Book Review: Anxiety Relief for Kids

Many parents look for books that offer guidance and understanding about psychological problems their children may be experiencing. Mental health professionals also frequently recommend such books to families receiving counseling and other therapeutic services. Unfortunately, parent-advice books are often poor quality, difficult to understand, and not informed by contemporary evidence-based practices. I am happy to say that Anxiety Relief for Kids is not one of those books. Rather, it is an exceptionally well written and practical resource that actually does what its title says. Author Bridget Flynn Walker is a psychologist in private practice serving persons of all ages who have anxiety disorders. She also has extensive experience with families seeking help for their children. A cognitive-behavior therapist, Walker displays solid CBT expertise throughout the book by translating decades of clinical research into strategies that parents can apply efficiently and effectively. The book has 12 chapters presented in about 200 text pages, a manageable read for busy families. Walker advises parents to read the chapters in sequential order and to complete the entire book before sharing it with their children. Following her suggestion is a good idea because each chapter builds on knowledge acquired from the preceding chapters. Furthermore, there are numerous exercises in the chapters that enable parents to practice methods and techniques before implementing them. Early chapters in the ...
Source: Psych Central - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Tags: Anxiety Book Reviews Children and Teens Family Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Panic Disorder Parenting Self-Help Social Phobia Source Type: news