Using Worry Time Effectively

This worksheet offers practical tips to help young people effectively practise “worry time.” It aims to assist practitioners in improving homework compliance and fostering client independence in developing this new skill.

References and Further Reading 

  • Dugas, M., & Robichaud, M. (2007) Cognitive-behavioural treatment for generalized anxiety disorder. New York. Routledge.
  • Davey, G.C.M & Wells, A. (Eds.) 2006. Worry and its psychological disorders. Theory, assessment and treatment. Sussex. Wiley.
  • Jellesmaa, F.B., Verkuilc, B. & Brosschot, J.F. (2009) Postponing worrisome thoughts in children: The effects of a postponement intervention on perseverative thoughts, emotions and somatic complaints. Social Science and Medicine. Vol. 69. p. 278-284.
  • Parkinson, M & Creswell, C. (2010) Worry and problem-solving skills and beliefs in primary school children.