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A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Programme for Problem Gambling: Therapist Manual
Contributor(s): Raylu, Namrata (Author), Oei, Tian Po (Author)

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 ISBN: 1138143332     ISBN-13: 9781138143333
Publisher: Routledge
OUR PRICE: $142.50  

Binding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: March 2016
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BISAC Categories:
- Psychology | Psychopathology - Addiction
- Psychology | Psychopathology - Compulsive Behavior
- Psychology | Mental Health
Dewey: 616.852
Physical Information: 0.63" H x 5.5" W x 8.5" L (1.02 lbs) 258 pages
 
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This book is a treatment manual providing guidance for therapists treating clients with gambling addictions.

In this book the authors use a cognitive behavioural approach and provide a session by session guide for overcoming problem gambling. Essential topics covered include:

  • assessment and psychoeducation
  • cognitive behavioural strategies to stabilize gambling
  • identifying and challenging thinking errors
  • relaxation and imaginal exposure
  • problem solving and goal setting
  • managing negative emotions
  • relapse prevention: maintaining a balanced lifestyle and coping with high risk situations

A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Programme for Problem Gambling supplies detailed information to help the therapist and client understand gambling behaviours, as well as practical advice on techniques that can be used with the client to change these behaviours.

This practical guide will provide helpful guidance for addiction counsellors and therapists worldwide.
 
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