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A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Programme for Problem Gambling: Therapist Manual
Contributor(s): Raylu, Namrata (Author), Oei, Tian Po (Author)
ISBN: 0415548160     ISBN-13: 9780415548168
Publisher: Routledge
OUR PRICE:   $66.45  
Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: May 2010
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Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Psychology | Psychopathology - Addiction
- Psychology | Psychopathology - Compulsive Behavior
- Psychology | Mental Health
Dewey: 616.852
LCCN: 2009049336
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 6.9" W x 9.6" (1.10 lbs) 258 pages
 
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Publisher Description:

This book is a treatment manual providing guidance for therapists treating clients with gambling addictions.

In this book the authors use a cognitive behavioural approach and provide a session by session guide for overcoming problem gambling. Essential topics covered include:

  • assessment and psychoeducation
  • cognitive behavioural strategies to stabilize gambling
  • identifying and challenging thinking errors
  • relaxation and imaginal exposure
  • problem solving and goal setting
  • managing negative emotions
  • relapse prevention: maintaining a balanced lifestyle and coping with high risk situations

A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Programme for Problem Gambling supplies detailed information to help the therapist and client understand gambling behaviours, as well as practical advice on techniques that can be used with the client to change these behaviours.

This practical guide will provide helpful guidance for addiction counsellors and therapists worldwide.