This program is in the form of two books, one for managing anxiety and one for managing anger. The first book provides a guide for caregivers and then a workbook section that allows children to identify situations that make them anxious and learn how to perceive the situation differently. The second book provides a guide for caregivers and then a workbook section that allows children to identify situations that trigger their anger and find appropriate ways to respond.
The books are written by Dr. Tony Attwood and are titled:
- EXPLORING FEELINGS: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy to Manage ANXIETY
- EXPLORING FEELINGS: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy to Manage ANGER
Last reviewed: 2023
Intended Outcomes:
- Reduce and manage anxiety
- Reduce and manage anger
Continuum of Care:
Treatment
Topic Areas:
Anxiety, Behavioral Health/Mental Health, Disruptive Behaviors
Ages:
Childhood (4-12), Teen/Adolescent (13-18)
Geographic Locations:
Rural, Urban
Delivery Settings:
Community-Based
Cultural Considerations:
No research found involving diverse populations
Audience:
Exploring Feelings is used for children and teenagers who need help with anxiety or anger management.
Credentials:
Anyone 18+ can buy the Exploring Feelings books.
Manuals:
Yes
Is Training Required?
No
Who can provide the required training?
Program Costs (materials, training, etc.):
Yes, refer to program website
Program/Practice Website:
https://attwoodandgarnettevents.com
Relevant Published, Peer-Reviewed Research:
n/a
WV Rating:
Unable to Be Rated
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Rationale for Rating:
No research was found for this program. Exploring Feelings is a workbook focused on anxiety and is used in many settings. Reviewers reached out to the developers of this workbook to obtain research but did not receive a response.
Contraindications or Concerns:
None identified
Other Registries/Ratings
The California Evidence-Based Clearinghouse for Child Welfare:
Not On Registry
Blueprints for Healthy Youth Development:
Not On Registry
Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness:
Not On Registry
Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Model Programs Guide:
Not On Registry
Washington State Institute for Public Policy:
Not On Registry