Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (Advances in Psychotherapy; Evidence-Based Practice) - Softcover

Jonathan S. Abramowitz

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0889373167 ISBN 13: 9780889373167

Publisher: Hogrefe Publishing, 2006

Synopsis

Based on decades of scientific research and clinical refinement, cognitive-behavioral therapy using the techniques of exposure and response prevention has helped countless individuals with OCD overcome debilitating symptoms and live fuller, more satisfying lives. From leading expert Jonathan S. Abramowitz, this volume opens with an overview of the diagnosis and assessment of OCD, and delineates a research-based conceptual framework for understanding the development, maintenance, and treatment of obsessions and compulsions. The core of the book is a highly practical treatment manual, packed with helpful clinical pearls, therapist-patient dialogs, illustrative case vignettes, and sample forms and handouts. Readers are equipped with skills for tailoring exposure and response prevention techniques for patients with different types of OCD symptoms, including washing, checking, ordering, obsessions, and mental rituals. The book, which also addresses common obstacles in treating individuals with OCD, represents an essential resource for anyone providing services for individuals with anxiety disorders.

About this title

From the Publisher:

Advances in Psychotherapy â€" Evidence-Based Practice Developed and edited in consultation with the Society of Clinical Psychology (APA Division 12) Danny Wedding, Larry Beutler, Kenneth E. Freedland, Linda Carter Sobell, David A. Wolfe (Editors) A new series of practice oriented, authoritative, easy to read, and compact guides for psychotherapists, clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, counselors/social workers, students and trainees.

Review:

"...[] a quick, but informative read by one of the premier thought leaders in the field of OCD." --Bradley C. Riemann, PhD Clinical Director, OCD Center at Rogers Memorial Hospital, Oconomowoc, WI

"Dr. Jonathan Abramowitz is one of the world's leading experts on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder..." --David H. Barlow, PhD Professor of Psychology, Research Professor of Psychiatry, Director, Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders at Boston University

"The highlighting of clinical pearls, vignettes, and therapeutic dialog is particularly helpful and makes this manual very user-friendly." --Gail Steketee, PhD Professor, Boston University School of Social Work

About this edition

• Publisher: Hogrefe Publishing
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0889373167
• ISBN 13: 9780889373167
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 76