Comparison of Child–Parent and Parent-Only Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Programs for Anxious Children Aged 5 to 7 Years: Short- and Long-Term Outcomes

Objective Childhood anxiety disorders (AD) are prevalent, debilitating disorders. The most effective treatment approach for children less than 8 years old requires further investigation. The study's primary objective was to compare 2 cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) group programs. CBT was delivered to children 5 to 7 years old and their parents (child–parent) or only to parents (parent-only), whereas children attended group sessions but did...