Research summaries for autism therapy: cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)

definition of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT): Type of therapy that helps people learn how their thinking patterns may cause their feelings and behaviors, and affect how they react to situations.
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The Parent’s Role in the Treatment of Anxiety Symptoms in Children with High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorders, Summarized Oct 26, 2006

This literature review found that current research supports the importance of focused parental involvement in the treatment of anxiety disorders.... Cognitive-behavioral therapy is the treatment of choice for children with anxiety and/or depression. Cognitive-behavioral therapy includes explaining to the child and the family the nature of the anxiety symptoms and providing an explanation of the treatment.... Read more...

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Synonyms for cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) include: CBT, cognitive behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral modification, cognitive behavioral therapist, cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive behaviour therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, cognitive therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, cognitive/behavioral therapy
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