Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Children
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Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of mental health therapy. It is used to help your child create more realistic, appropriate thoughts about himself or herself and his or her behaviors. CBT is short-term therapy that may last up to 20 sessions. Your child may work alone with a mental health provider or in a group with family members. CBT may be used along with medicines that help treat your child's disorder.
DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS:
Call your local emergency number (911 in the US) if:
- Your child feels like hurting himself or herself.
- Your child has done something on purpose to hurt himself or herself.
Call your child's doctor or therapist if:
- Your child becomes more sad or fearful.
- Your child's thoughts or behaviors return, or continue after treatment.
- You have questions or concerns about your child's condition or care.
Help your child with his or her CBT homework:
Homework assignments between sessions will help your child apply what he or she has learned. You may be asked to attend your child's therapy sessions so you can help your child with his or her CBT homework.
Follow up with your child's doctor or therapist as directed:
Help your child follow his or her treatment plan and attend scheduled CBT sessions. Write down your questions so you remember to ask them at your child's sessions.
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