Abstract
This paper has two objectives. The first is to describe a multimodal, standardized treatment program used by the VALK Foundation, an agency that specializes in the treatment of patients with fear of flying. The second is to present the results of an evaluation of this program, particularly with regard to the effectiveness of a 2-day cognitive-behavioral group treatment program and a 1-day behavioral group treatment program for flying phobics. On the basis of individualized assessment, patients (N = 1,026) were nonrandomly assigned to 1 of the 2 group treatment modalities. Self-report data and behavioral indicators for fear of flying were collected at pretreatment and at 3-, 6-, and 12-month follow-ups. Complete data were obtained from 757 participants. Results showed that both treatment programs produced statistically significant, clinically relevant decreases in self-reported anxiety and behavioral anxiety indices. This paper explains the procedures and outcomes of a well-established clinical program. Limitations of the study are discussed and future research suggested.
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