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Publié par	New Harbinger Publications
Date de parution	01 août 2016
Nombre de lectures	3
EAN13	9781626254794
Langue	English
Poids de l'ouvrage	4 Mo

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“ The Anxiety Workbook for Kids is very child-friendly and engaging. It offers children and adolescents concrete and effective strategies for calming their fears and taking control of their lives. The workbook provides helpful techniques for children to become the bosses of their imagination so it serves them well. Children who use this workbook will undoubtedly master their worries, feel more positive about themselves and their lives, and interact more confidently with others. The Anxiety Workbook for Kids is a must-have for any therapist or counselor working with children, and for any family concerned about a child with anxiety.”
— Nadine J. Kaslow, PhD, ABPP , Emory University; 2014 president of the American Psychological Association
“With inventive illustrations and activities, Alter and Clarke excel at explaining worry and cognitive-behavioral strategies to young readers. Whether a child’s worries are improbable or impossible, readers will benefit from these practical tools which engage the strength of imagination. A great resource for kids as well as parents and teachers.”
— Andrea Umbach, PsyD , clinical psychologist and author of Conquer Your Fears and Phobias for Teens
“ The Anxiety Workbook for Kids provides families with a wonderful tool for helping the growing number of children experiencing problems of anxiety: the child’s own imagination. Robin Alter and Crystal Clarke have created a much-needed resource that is not just thoroughly engaging, but extremely beneficial.”
— Stuart Shanker , distinguished research professor of philosophy and psychology at York University

Publisher’s Note
This publication is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information in regard to the subject matter covered. It is sold with the understanding that the publisher is not engaged in rendering psychological, financial, legal, or other professional services. If expert assistance or counseling is needed, the services of a competent professional should be sought.
Distributed in Canada by Raincoast Books
Copyright © 2016 by Robin Alter and Crystal Clarke
Instant Help Books
An imprint of New Harbinger Publications, Inc.
5674 Shattuck Avenue
Oakland, CA 94609
www.newharbinger.com
Cover design by Amy Shoup
Cover photo is a model used for illustrative purposes only.
Acquired by Tesilya Hanauer
All Rights Reserved
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Contents
Dedications
Crystal Clarke, MSW, RSW
Robin Alter, PhD
Crystal Clarke and Robin Alter
A Letter to Parents
Chapter 1: Questions and Answers
What Is Anxiety?
Why Do We Worry?
How We Deal with Danger: Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Beyond
Who Has Fears and Worries?
Why Do Some People Worry More?
What Is My Imagination Good For?
Can I Become the Boss of My Imagination?
What Happens When We Hide Our Fears and Worries?
What Can We Do with Our Fears and Worries?
Chapter 2: Getting to Know More About Me
Things I’m Already Good At
I’m More than My Worries
Chapter 3: Getting To Know More About Fears and Worries
Common Fears and Worries
Learning About My Fears and Worries
My Fears and Worries
When Are My Worries Around?
What Are Body Clues?
Common Body Clues
What Is Happening in My Body?
The Brain and the Body
BRAIN
EYES
MUSCLES
LUNGS
STOMACH
HEART
BLOOD
SKIN
My Body Clues
Chapter 4: Taking Charge of My Mind and Body
My Skills and Strategies
My Very Own Worry Box
Some Things Other Kids Found Helpful
Mind and Body Training: Relaxation and Mindfulness
My Relaxation Ideas
The Body Stress Test
The Body Scan
My Relaxation List
Deep Belly Breathing
Muscle Relaxation: A Trip to the Circus
Making a Stress Ball
Creating My Own Peaceful Place
Mindfulness Meditation
Bubble Meditation
Brain Breathing
Making a Feeling Jar
Taking Charge of My Thoughts
The Worry Leap Frog Game
Act Positive to Feel Positive
Talking to Others
Being Assertive (Standing Up for Myself)
Chapter 5: Taking Charge of Worries About Real Things
Problem Solving
Facing Fears: Step-by-Step
Making a Step-by-Step Plan
Chapter 6: Taking Charge of My Imagination
Worry
Worry’s Words:
Standing Up to Worry
My Worry Buddy
My Worry Buddy’s Words
“Even Though…”
Taking a Break from Worry
Draw the Scary Thing…
…Now Change It
Mastering the Worry
Become the Expert (Get to Know Your Fear)
Dress Up as My Fear
Draw My Fear…and Turn It Silly
How I’ve Changed
Taking Charge of My Worries
Sharing My Success
Chapter 7: Remembering and Staying Motivated
Worry Scale
Make It a Competition
Remember
My Very Own Worry Plan Poster
Dedications
I would like to dedicate this book to all of the children that my coauthor, Dr. Robin Alter, and I have been fortunate to work with, and learn from, throughout the years. From you, we’ve learned so much about how worries can get in the way of kids fully enjoying life, and about the creative ways that kids can take charge of their worries so they can build their confidence and enjoy more of what life has to offer. Without all of you, this book would not have been possible. I feel privileged to have been able to work with so many of you in this way, and I am constantly amazed by the strength, creativity, and imagination inside each and every one of you.
I would also like to express my gratitude to Dr. Robin Alter for adding fuel to my interest in helping children to empower themselves by partnering with that strong, creative force within themselves, rather than experiencing it as working against them. And for being my partner throughout our own creative journey of preparing this book in the hope that it may reach, and be of help to, many more children in the future.
Crystal Clarke, MSW, RSW
I want to thank all the children who were so generous and eager to share their imaginations with me, and the parents who were willing to give a new approach a solid try. All of you helped me to see the connection between anxiety and imagination, which led to my first book, Anxiety and the Gift of Imagination, and eventually to this workbook.
I want to thank my coauthor, Crystal Clarke, for her dedication and thoroughness in this project. She was on board with the imagination/anxiety connection even before we began our collaboration. Crystal’s keen understanding of how children think and what will capture their interest and imaginations was integral to the quality of this workbook.
And to Dr. Christine Littlefield, my friend and colleague, who urged me to write a workbook and wouldn’t let up until I did. Without you this book would never have happened. Thank you for that, and for so much more. You live on.
Robin Alter, PhD
We would both like to thank our illustrator, Oliver Burns, for his attention to our vision. Oliver precisely captured each emotion and message that we wanted to convey, while maintaining the simplicity that we felt was important in aiming to create a comfortable space for children as they are invited to add their own art to the workbook. Thank you, Oliver, for lending us your incredible imagination in bringing our imaginations, and our workbook, to life!
Crystal Clarke and Robin Alter
A Letter to Parents
We understand the concern and frustration that can come with wishing you could help your child manage anxiety and enjoy all that life has to offer. We’ve worked with hundreds of children, and have heard from as many parents about how difficult it can be for a parent to see a child incapacitated by fear and worry. Whether your child is unable to sleep, focus, get to school, or engage in experiences they might otherwise enjoy, we know your heart goes out to them. We want to give you and your child tools that can help you both when anxiety gets in the way.
The Anxiety Workbook for Kids is truly a workbook like no other. This book creates opportunities for kids to get to know their anxiety, and where it comes from, by engaging in fun activities that foster positivity. These activities will help children understand the roles that the mind and imagination play in anxiety. Because children usually view imagination as a positive trait and something that they can be proud of, they’re often more open to interventions that use an imaginative and playful approach. When children are empowered by the idea that they can take control of their mind and imagination, they tend to show increased confidence, optimism, and strength when trying to understand and manage their anxiety.
This workbook begins by providing answers to the questions typically asked by children about anxiety, but in fun, engaging, and nonthreatening ways. It then moves on to helping children learn more about their own anxiety through art, activities, and games. Learning about anxiety in this way is important for kids—to manage anxiety, they first need to know how it impacts them, then how to recognize it, and finally how to deal with their anxiety using the strengths they already have!
This book includes a focus on skills and strategies that are known to be helpful for kids when dealing with anxiety: positive thinking, problem solving, communication and assertiveness, gradual exposure steps, and relaxation and mindfulness activities. However, what makes this book truly unique is that it also focuses on an area that’s often neglected: the imagination . Children’s anxieties sometimes have to do with real situations or events, but much of the time, their anxieties are related to things that are either impossible or extremely unlikely. In effect, children can become anxious about things they imagine are happening. This book will help children understand the role their imagination plays in relation to their anxiety. It will help them become the master of their own imagination by directing it where they want it to go. This approach has proven to be an empowering resource for children, and we hope that this workbook will help your child learn to