TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2012//
TI  - CBT Specific Process in Exposure-Based Treatments: Initial Examination in a Pediatric OCD Sample
JO  - California journal of politics and policy
A1  - Benito, Kristen Grabill
A1  - Conelea, Christine
A1  - Garcia, Abbe M.
A1  - Freeman, Jennifer B.
SP  - 77
EP  - 84
VL  - 1
IS  - 2
N2  - Cognitive-Behavioral theory and empirical support suggest that optimal activation of fear is a critical component for successful exposure treatment. Using this theory, we developed coding methodology for measuring CBT-specific process during exposure. We piloted this methodology in a sample of young children (N = 18) who previously received CBT as part of a randomized controlled trial. Results supported the preliminary reliability and predictive validity of coding variables with 12 week and 3 month treatment outcome data, generally showing results consistent with CBT theory. However, given our limited and restricted sample, additional testing is warranted. Measurement of CBT-specific process using this methodology may have implications for understanding mechanism of change in exposure-based treatments and for improving dissemination efforts through identification of therapist behaviors associated with improved outcome.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 1944-4370
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jocrd.2012.01.001
ID  - ref1
ER  -