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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Generalized Anxiety Disorder With Integrations From Interpersonal and Experiential Therapies

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  07 November 2014

Thomas D. Borkovec,
Michelle G. Newman and
Louis G. Castonguay
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Abstract

After providing background information on the definition and nature of generalized anxiety disorder, this article describes cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) methods that have been empirically supported in the treatment of this disorder. Subsequent to this description, relevant outcome literature is briefly reviewed, along with evidence that the addition of other techniques beyond traditional CBT methods may be necessary to maximize clinical outcome. A description is then provided of an integrated interpersonal/emotional processing therapy that the authors have recently added to their CBT protocol. CBT with and without this integrated treatment is currently being evaluated in an experimental trial.

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CNS Spectrums , Volume 8 , Issue 5: Psychosocial Treatment of Anxiety Disorders , May 2003, pp. 382 - 389
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