Abstract
Compassion-focused therapy (CFT) is embedded in an evolutionary, functional analysis of psychopathology, with a focus on affiliative, caring and compassion processes. CFT has been applied in a number of adult settings, but its clinical applications in child and adolescent psychopathology and psychotherapy have not been systematically explored. This article describes the applications of CFT in paediatric populations. Specifically, the following developmental considerations are discussed: the unique importance of parent–child and attachment relationships for the development of self-compassion, being open to compassion from others and being compassionate to others; the potential effect of compassion training on the maturing brain (affective regulation systems); and the therapeutic targeting of shame and self-criticism to alleviate psychological distress and enhance the effectiveness of cognitive–behavioural interventions.Citation
Carona, C. et al (2017) 'Compassion focused therapy with children and adolescents', BJPsych Advances, 23 (4) pp. 240-252Publisher
Royal College of PsychiatristsJournal
BJPsych AdvancesDOI
10.1192/apt.bp.115.015420Additional Links
http://apt.rcpsych.org/content/23/4/240Type
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enISSN
20564678EISSN
20564686ae974a485f413a2113503eed53cd6c53
10.1192/apt.bp.115.015420
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