A seven-year-old girl has been clinging to her mother and refusing to go to school. The child is diagnosed with separation anxiety disorder, and the treatment plan will include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). The nurse would explain to the parents that CBT will include:

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Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for separation anxiety disorder often includes self-talking techniques to help the child manage anxiety, relaxation techniques to reduce physical symptoms of anxiety, and recognition of feelings to help the child understand and cope with their emotions. Hypnosis and antidepressant medications are not standard components of CBT for separation anxiety disorder, although medications may be considered in some cases as an adjunct to therapy.

A Seven-Year-Old Girl Has Been Clinging to Her Mother and Refusing