Cognitive-behavioral treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder in children and adolescents

Child Adolesc Psychiatr Clin N Am. 2011 Apr;20(2):255-69. doi: 10.1016/j.chc.2011.01.006.

Abstract

Several cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) approaches are available for treating child and adolescent posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). These treatments include common elements (eg, psychoeducation, gradual exposure, relaxation). This review (1) delineates common elements in CBT approaches for treating child and adolescent PTSD; (2) provides a detailed review of three CBT approaches with substantial evidence of effectiveness; and (3) describes promising practices in the area of CBT approaches to treating child and adolescent PTSD. Cultural and implementation considerations are also included.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Child
  • Child Abuse / prevention & control
  • Child Abuse / rehabilitation
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy / methods*
  • Evidence-Based Medicine
  • Family Therapy / methods
  • Humans
  • Models, Psychological
  • Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic / therapy*