Cognitive-Behavioral Management of Tic Disorders

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Cognitive-Behavioral Management of Tic Disorders (Paperback)
by Kieron O'Connor (Author)
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Tics affect more than 100f the population, and can be an unpleasant and disruptive problem. They include chronic tic disorder, Tourettes syndrome and habit disorders such as hair pulling, nail biting and scratching. Treatment is either by medication (without convincing evidence) or psychological means. Before the introduction of habit reversal psychologists had no real alternatives to offer, and even this method lacks evidence for its efficacy and is not widely used. Illustrated throughout with case study examples and containing detailed guidelines for patient and therapist on the use of CBT, this book provides a comprehensive review of what is known about the occurrence and diagnosis of tics. Kieron O'Connor explores the various theories currently available to explain the causes and progression of these disorders, and discusses the assessment and treatment options available. Finally he takes the most widely accepted psychological therapy – cognitive behaviour therapy - and applies it for the first time to the treatment of tics.

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Research suggests that anorexia nervosa and other eating disorders, whilst not prevalent in the population, have the highest mortality rate of all psychological problems. The development of effective treatment programs is therefore an important priority for health care professionals. This flexible book has been designed for use by therapists as part of a programme when working with young people with eating disorders. The aim is to help young people understand more about their own experience, and alongside guidance ofr therapists it includes a complete workbook for use by the young persons themselves. This presents tasks ranging from reflective thinking to drawing to promote engagement with difficulties as a first step to overcoming them. The workbook will also be available as an electronic supplement so that therapists can select which sections should be used with whom, and when.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 324 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (June 13, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470093803
• ISBN-13: 978-0470093801
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.5 x 0.9 inches