Computers and psychosocial treatments for anxiety disorders in youth: Widespread opportunity for prevention
Kendall, Philip C.1; Khanna, M.2
1Temple University, United States;
2University of Pensylvania, United States
Following an overview of the epidemiology of anxiety disorders and the pervasive experience of negative emotions in youth, cognitive and behavioral skills that can effectively reduce anxious distress will be described and reviewed. Results from a meta-analysis of school-based anxiety prevention programs will be reported. Computer applications of CBT strategies that can be easily disseminated will be considered, including a computer-assisted program for treating anxiety, a therapist training DVD, and a parent web-page. The advantages and disadvantages of the use of technological advances for the widespread prevention of undue and disturbing anxiety will be considered.