About the Author |
| Kenneth W. Merrell, PhD, is Professor of School Psychology at the University of Oregon, where he has served as School Psychology Program Director and as head of the Department of Special Education and Clinical Sciences. His research and clinical interests focus on social and emotional learning in schools, and social-emotional assessment and intervention with children and adolescents. He has authored numerous journal articles and book chapters in these areas, as well as several books, assessment instruments, and intervention programs. Dr. Merrell has extensive experience in working with children and youth in school settings, and in leading academic and research programs. |
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Summary
6 hours CE
Kenneth W. Merrell
Depression, anxiety, and other internalizing disorders can have severe and lasting consequences for children and adolescents. This unique book provides clear-cut strategies for addressing these problems creatively and effectively with students in grades K-12.
Learning Objectives
- identify four types of internalizing disorders
- explain a four step model for assessment
- compare strategies used in different cognitive behavior therapies for depression and anxiety
- list four behavioral treatments for anxiety
- identify the main effects and side effects of different classes of medicines used to treat depression and anxiety
Table of Contents
- Understanding Depression and Anxiety in Children and Adolescents
- How Depression and Anxiety Develop and Are Maintained
- Guidelines for Assessment and Intervention Planning
- Comprehensive Intervention Programs for Depression
- Changing Thoughts and Beliefs: Cognitive Therapy Techniques for Depression
- Changing Thoughts and Beliefs: Rational-Emotive Therapy, Attribution Retraining, Learned Optimism, and Journal-Writing Strategies for Depression
- Behavior Change, Emotional Education, Interpersonal Problem-Solving, and Conflict Resolution Strategies for Depression
- Behavioral Treatments for Anxiety: Systematic Desensitization
- Social Skills Training and Other Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions for Anxiety
- Finding More Help: Referral Guidelines for Mental Health Counseling, Psychiatric Medications, and Alternative Treatments
- Appendix: Reproducible Worksheets
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
231 pp.
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