Cognitive behavioural therapy has proven to be an effective treatment for anxiety disorders in children and young people. This book describes the nature and extent of anxiety problems that are suffered in childhood and discusses evidence for the effectiveness of the cognitive behavioural model as a method of treatment. "Anxiety is a wonderful resource for mental health professionals who work with anxious young people. It offers practical advice, based on recent research, on the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders from a CBT perspective."- Alan Carr, Professor of Clinical Psychology, University College Dublin, Ireland "...this book is a 'must' and an excellent read for all professionals wanting effective treatment for anxiety disorders." - Joyce Cope, Counselling Children and Young People, June 2009