Liber. Una storia di vita di Thia L. G. affronta con intensitą e sensibilitą il parallelo tra la nascita di una nuova vita e una vicenda misteriosa in terra africana. Nel cuore del romanzo si intrecciano le storie di un nucleo familiare, dove le emozioni si mescolano e si amplificano. Con uno stile che sfida le convenzioni letterarie moderne, l'autrice crea un universo narrativo arricchito da pregiate citazioni che catturano il lettore dalla prima all'ultima pagina, offrendo una riflessione profonda sulla forza della vita e sui legami che ci rendono umani. La breve Appendix presenta la voce originale di un giovane autore autistico, con suoi brevi testi inediti.

Social anxiety disorder is the most common anxiety disorder in the United States. It can negatively interfere with a person's normal routine, including school, work, and relationships. Fortunately, the outlook for those with the disorder is generally good with treatment.

As described in this newly updated and revised therapist guide, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is the most efficacious psychological treatment for social anxiety disorder. It can be used successfully with most clients, including those currently taking medication.

This guide now includes updated procedures and background that reflect current science and clinical work. It presents a clearer more efficient CBT program that is easier for both therapists and clients to follow. While the core therapy approach remains unchanged, the authors and developers of this treatment have made several important modifications. Instructions for in-session exposures have been clarified, client self-monitoring has been replaced by skill-training exercises, and assignments and case examples have been made more relevant to broader array of clients. These changes make the treatment more accessible, while it remains scientifically sound and proven efficacious.

Elements from the previous edition have been carred over, including helpful information for strucuring the 16-session treatment including suggested number of sessions for each chapter, session outlines, lists of materials needed, and homework assignments. This comprehensive guide, along with the client workbook, forms a complete treatment package that includes everything you need to help your socially anxious clients recover and enjoy productive lives.

First dates, job interviews, and oral presentations give almost everyone the jitters. It is normal to feel some level of nervousness in certain situations. However, if everyday interactions cause you extreme fear and self-consciousness, you may be suffering from social anxiety disorder. Fortunately, there is a safe and scientifically sound treatment available.

This newly revised and updated workbook is designed for your use as you work with a qualified mental health professional to manage your social anxiety. It presents a step-by-step approach for combating anxiety based on the principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) CBT has proven to be a most effective treatment for social anxiety disorder and can be successfully used whether you are taking medication or not.

Over the course of I6 sessions, you will learn to understand your anxiety and work through it by identifying and challenging your anxious thoughts You will practice facing your feats in a safe, structured way through supervised exposure activities. Homework assignments and other skill building exercises allow you to be an informed and active participant in your therapy.

Complete with user-friendly forms and worksheets, as well as chapter summaries and review questions, this workbook will keep you motivated and engaged during treatment. If you are willing to put in the work, you will find that this program offers many benefits and will help improve your quality of life.