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Leading therapists and researchers have come to understand that many psychological disorders share common features and respond to common therapeutic treatments. This deepened understanding of the nature of psychological disorders, their causes, and their symptoms has led to the development of new, comprehensive treatment programs that are effective for whole classes of disorders. Unified Protocol for Transdiagnostic Treatment of Emotional Disorders is one such program.Designed for individuals suffering from emotional disorders, including panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, and depression, this program focuses on helping you to better understand your emotions and identify what you're doing in your responses to them that may be making things worse. Throughout the course of treatment you will learn different strategies and techniques for managing your emotional experiences and the symptoms of your disorder. You will learn how to monitor your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors; confront uncomfortable emotions; and learn more effective ways of coping with your experiences. By proactively practicing the skills presented in this book-and completing the exercises, homework assignments and self-assessment quizzes provided in each chapter, you will address your problems in a comprehensive and effective way so you can regulate your emotional experiences and return to living a happy and functional life.
This workbook investigates the efficacy of a transdiagnostic approach to treating emotional disorders by addressing the common underlying mechanisms shared across various psychological conditions. The authors, a team of prominent clinical researchers and psychologists led by David H. Barlow, utilize the framework of the Unified Protocol (UP) to provide a structured, evidence-based intervention. The text argues that by focusing on emotional regulation rather than disorder-specific symptoms, individuals can achieve more comprehensive and lasting therapeutic outcomes.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Clinicians and researchers frequently cite this workbook as a standard resource for implementing transdiagnostic cognitive behavioral therapy in clinical settings. Readers often note the high level of practical utility in the exercises, though some find the academic density of the prose requires careful study to fully implement the techniques.
Page Count:
208
Publication Date:
2017-12-15
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190686014
ISBN-13:
9780190686017
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