Behavioural experiments (example)

This worksheet supports children in conducting behavioural experiments to challenge unhelpful thoughts.

Designed as a structured process, it guides users through identifying a belief, planning an experiment, and recording outcomes to determine the accuracy of their thoughts.

References and Further Reading

  • Bennett-Levy, J., Butler, G., Fennell, M., Hackmann, A., Mueller, M., & Westbrook, D. (2004). Behaviour experiments: Conceptual and historical underpinnings. In Oxford guide to behavioural experiments in cognitive therapy (pp. 1–24). Oxford University Press.
  • Clark, D. A. (2013). Cognitive restructuring. In The Wiley handbook of cognitive behavioral therapy (Part One: General Strategies). Wiley. https://doi.org/10.1002/9781118528563.wbcbt02.