Citation

Benito KG, Conelea C, Garcia AM, Freeman JB. Calif. J. Politics Policy 2012; 1(2): 77-84.

Affiliation

Brown University Medical School and Rhode Island Hospital.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2012, Berkeley Electronic Press)

DOI

10.1016/j.jocrd.2012.01.001

PMID

22523609

PMCID

PMC3328968

Abstract

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.

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