Handbook of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy by Disorder

Mental illness and the variety of conditions, disorders, and phobias associated with it impact not only the individual but the family unit, the community, and society at large. Handbook of Cognitive Behavior Therapy by Disorder: Case Studies and Application for Adults will better readers’ understanding of a variety of these conditions in adults specifically and the applicability of CBT therapy as a treatment. Featuring chapters on schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety, this volume discusses in detail the use of cognitive behavioral therapies on the treatment of these issues in adults. With expert authors from the clinical field, this book has applicability for behavioral scientists, psychologists, cognitive and behavioral neuroscientists, and anyone working to better understand and treat using cognitive behavioral therapies. Summarizes cognitive behavioral therapies for a variety of conditions Contains chapter abstracts, key facts, dictionary, and summary Covers anxiety, depression, addiction, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and more Includes case studies on substance abuse, insomnia, depression, and multiple sclerosis