| dc.description.abstract | A great benefit of being a clinical child psychologist is the opportunity
to conduct and review research on fascinating areas of human, youthful
behavior.Andperhaps no behavior is as central tohumanexistence as social
behavior, and the lack thereof. In writing this book, therefore, I have been
doubly blessed with the chance to examine seminal works on behaviors
that are so critical to the development and quality of life of children.
This book covers the major historical aspects, characteristics, assessment
strategies, and psychological treatment techniques for youths with
social anxiety and social phobia. Chapter 1 provides an introduction to the
related constructs and history of social phobia. Chapters 2 and 3 provide a
summary of the characteristics and etiological variables that pertain most
to youths with social anxiety and social phobia. Chapters 4 and 5 provide
an overview of research- and clinically-based assessment strategies and
recommendations for this population. Chapters 6–9 provide a description
of treatment techniques that are most relevant and empirically supported
for youths with social anxiety and social phobia. Chapter 10 covers issues
regarding general and relapse prevention as well as difficult cases and
future directions.
This book is intended for a wide array of audiences, including clinical
and counseling psychologists, school and educational psychologists, social
workers, psychiatrists, pediatricians, guidance counselors, principals,
teachers, and other relevant professionals. In general, though, the book is
meant for those who simply wish to gain a better knowledge of youths
with social anxiety and social phobia. The literature in this area is growing
fast, and keeping up with the technologies that have been developed to
measure and address this important population is crucial. | en_US |
