Safety behaviours

This worksheet is a psychoeducational resource focusing on safety behaviours and how they impact anxiety.

Through relatable examples, it designed to support children in recognising when they’re relying on these behaviours and how letting go of them can build confidence and resilience over time.

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Safety behaviours

Safety behaviours

Free
Safety behaviours

Safety behaviours

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References and Further Reading

  • Rachman, S., Radomsky, A. S., & Shafran, R. (2008). Safety behaviour: A reconsideration. Behaviour Research and Therapy, 46(2), 163–173. https://doi.org/[DOI if available]
  • Meyer et al. (2019). Beliefs about safety behaviours in the prediction of safety behaviour use. Published online by Cambridge University Press.