I’M AFRAID
Dr. Madeleine Vieira’s Anxiety Disorder Series
Through storytelling, Dr. Madeleine Vieira’s I’M AFRAID Anxiety Disorder Series teaches children to manage their anxiety symptoms. Along with the story, Dr. Vieira includes an About Anxiety page, a Coping Strategies page, and a Stepladder page in all her books that provide information as well as strategies. Parents and mental health professionals will appreciate this series aimed at relieving children’s anxiety symptoms.
SOPHIA SWAN IS AFRAID OF WATER!
(SPECIFIC PHOBIA)
Sophia has a BIG problem. She’s AFRAID of water. What’s even worse is she’s a SWAN. Everyone knows all swans love water.
Her good friend Ollie Owl has an idea. Sophia can overcome her fear of water by setting a goal. Taking several small steps toward that goal will help her achieve it.
Wanting to play in the lake with her friends and swim like the other swans, Sophia agrees. As the steps become more difficult, Sophia has to gather more and more courage to accomplish each one.
Can Sophia achieve each step and overcome her fear of water even though sometimes her heart pounds and her legs get wobbly?
REVIEWS
Anxiety can cause major impact and distress in a young child’s life. The strategies that are described so colourfully in this book are scientifically the best ways for young children to overcome their fears. This is a great way to help young children build a happier and healthier life.
Ronald M. Rapee
Distinguished Professor of Psychology
Centre for Emotional Health
Macquarie University, Australia
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For more information on Specific Phobias, visit this page www.DrMadeleineVieira.com/Books/ImAfraid/SpecificPhobia
CHARLIE CUB IS AFRAID TO LEAVE HIS MOTHER!
(SEPARATION ANXIETY DISORDER)
Charlie has a BIG problem. He’s AFRAID of leaving his mother. What’s even worse is he’s missing out on fun things because of it, like going to sleepovers.
His good friend Ollie Owl has an idea. Charlie can overcome his fear of leaving his mother by setting a goal. Taking several small steps toward that goal will help him achieve it.
Wanting to participate in sleepovers, Charlie agrees. As the steps become more difficult, Charlie has to gather more and more courage to accomplish each one.
Can Charlie achieve each step and overcome his fear even though sometimes his heart pounds and his stomach feels sick?
REVIEWS
A delightful story for children with separation anxiety, it conveys the key message that persevering to overcome fear is both challenging and rewarding. Child-friendly and empowering!
Aureen Pinto Wagner, Ph.D.
Director of The Anxiety Wellness Center & Author
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For more information on Separation Anxiety Disorder, visit this page www.DrMadeleineVieira.com/Books/ImAfraid/SeparationAnxietyDisorder
PRISCILLA PUPPY IS AFRAID OF EVERYTHING!
(GENERALIZED ANXIETY DISORDER)
Priscilla has a BIG problem. She’s AFRAID of everything. She worries about school work, making mistakes, and even worries about worrying. What’s even worse is she’s missing out on things she’d like to do, such as performing in front of an audience.
Her good friend Ollie Owl has an idea. Priscilla can overcome one of her fears by setting a goal. Taking several small steps toward that goal will help her achieve it.
Wanting to play her violin in the school talent show, Priscilla agrees. As the steps become more difficult, Priscilla has to gather more and more courage to accomplish each one.
Can Priscilla achieve each step and overcome her fear even though sometimes her heart pounds and her stomach feels queasy?
REVIEWS
A heartwarming story using cognitive behavioral therapy to manage generalized anxiety.
Dr. Vieira is highly skilled in her use of animal characters to explain graded exposure, relaxation and self-talk. A much-needed resource for parents and clinicians from all backgrounds to help anxious children.
Jacqueline Mesnik, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist, NY and NJ
Child and Adolescent Anxiety Disorder Specialist
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For more information on Generalized Anxiety Disorder, visit this page www.DrMadeleineVieira.com/Books/ImAfraid/GeneralizedAnxietyDisorder
KHLOE KITTEN IS AFRAID OF GERMS!
(OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE DISORDER)
Khloe has a BIG problem. She’s AFRAID of germs and has to clean herself repeatedly because of it. She worries about touching anything that may be germy, even a bench in the park or fruit in the market. What’s even worse is she’s missing out on fun things because of it, like playing in the playground.
Her good friend Ollie Owl has an idea. Khloe can overcome her fear and compulsive behaviour by setting a goal. Taking several small steps toward that goal will help her achieve it.
Wanting to go down a tube slide with her friends, Khloe agrees. As the steps become more difficult, Khloe has to gather more and more courage to accomplish each one.
Can Khloe achieve each step and overcome her fear of germs while reducing her compulsive behaviour even though sometimes her heart pounds and her stomach feels sick?
REVIEWS
The adorable characters in Dr. Vieira's books bring to life the struggle many children have with anxiety and OCD. The story and illustrations capture this challenge in an age-appropriate, approachable way; while the clear explanation of evidence-based treatment inspires hope and raises awareness. A much-needed resource for families and therapists alike!
Molly Martinez, PhD
Licensed Psychologist, TX and HI
Specialist in OCD & Anxiety Recovery
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For more information on Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, visit this page www.DrMadeleineVieira.com/Books/ImAfraid/Obsessive-CompulsiveDisorder
DARCY DEER IS AFRAID TO TALK, SOMETIMES!
(SOCIAL ANXIETY AND SELECTIVE MUTISM)
Darcy has a BIG problem. He's AFRAID of having to talk in social situations. He worries about crowds and fears he won't be able to talk in front of people.
His good friend Ollie Owl has an idea. Darcy can overcome his fear by setting a goal. Taking several small steps toward that goal will help him achieve it.
Wanting to perform in the school play, Darcy agrees. As the steps become more difficult, Darcy has to gather more and more courage to accomplish each one.
Can Darcy achieve each step and overcome his fear even though sometimes his legs shake and his head aches?
REVIEWS
This is a wonderful book for children who struggle with Social Anxiety and Selective Mutism. It helps teach them effective strategies in an easy-to-understand and easy-to-apply approach. Through the charming characters that children can relate to, they will learn how to manage their fears and take steps to overcome their anxieties.
Lynn Lunceford, Ph.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist, CA
Selective Mutism Specialist
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For more information on Social Anxiety with Selective Mutism, visit this page www.DrMadeleineVieira.com/Books/ImAfraid/SocialAnxietywithSelectiveMutism
PABLO PARROT IS AFRAID OF FEELING TRAPPED!
(PANIC DISORDER WITH AGORAPHOBIA)
Pablo has a BIG problem. He's AFRAID of feeling trapped. He fears getting a panic attack in open or enclosed spaces or crowds, such as at an outdoor market or the movies. Pablo worries he won't be able to escape or get help if he gets too panicky.
His good friend Ollie Owl has an idea. Pablo can overcome his fear by setting a goal. Taking several small steps toward that goal will help him achieve it.
Wanting to attend the Mega Rock Concert, Pablo agrees. As the steps become more difficult, Pablo has to gather more and more courage to accomplish each one.
Can Pablo achieve each step and overcome his fear even though sometimes his heart pounds and his wings tremble?
REVIEWS
This book captures the essence of behavior therapy using colorful kid-friendly concepts and examples. The author has an uncanny ability to relate to children. The book guides readers through step-by-step instructions for recognizing, understanding, and overcoming fear. Educational and empowering. It is a must-read for parents, teachers, and most importantly, children!
Jillian Racine, PhD
Clinical Psychologist
Anxiety and OCD Specialist
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For more information on Panic Disorder with Agoraphobia, visit this page www.DrMadeleineVieira.com/Books/ImAfraid/PanicDisorderwithAgoraphobia