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Overcoming Anxiety For Dummies, UK Edition

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von: Elaine Iljon Foreman, Charles H. Elliott, Laura L. Smith
14,99 €
Verlag:	Wiley
Format:	EPUB
Veröffentl.:	16.02.2011
ISBN/EAN:	9781119998273
Sprache:	englisch
Anzahl Seiten:	352

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There are many forms of anxiety disorder, including General Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Panic Attacks, Phobias (including social anxiety), Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Acute Stress Disorder. Even in their most mild forms, these disorders can be troubling and exhausting – at worst they can severely disable a person’s ability to function in day-to-day life. Severe anxiety and phobic disorders affect 18% of the UK population. (nopanic.org.uk) Symptoms of anxiety range from the mental and emotional – depression, having difficulty concentrating, losing patience easily – to the physical – excessive thirst, headaches, pins and needles, and more (www.bbc.co.uk) Often the problem is self-feeding – people try to keep things under control whilst simultaneously worrying about being anxious all the time, and the cycle goes on. Psychotherapy, medication and self help are the key treatments for anxiety – however, as many people either don’t have access to, or choose not to take, professional treatment, self help is the key for a majority of sufferers. A Dummies book on the subject will present the facts without the jargon, and help people find the trustworthy guidance they need.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction. Part I: Detecting and Exposing Anxiety. Chapter 1: Analysing and Attacking Anxiety. Chapter 2: Examining Anxiety: What’s Normal, What’s Not. Chapter 3: Overcoming Obstacles to Change. Chapter 4: Watching Worries Ebb and Flow. Part II: Understanding Thought Remedies. Chapter 5: Becoming a Thought Detective. Chapter 6: Changing Your Anxiety – Provoking Assumptions. Chapter 7: Watching Out for Worry Words. Part III: Acting Against Anxiety. Chapter 8: Facing Fear One Step at a Time. Chapter 9: Simply Simplifying Your Life. Chapter 10: Getting Physical. Chapter 11: Sleep, Sweet Sleep. Part IV: Focusing on Feeling. Chapter 12: Relaxation: The Five-Minute Solution. Chapter 13: Creating Calm in Your Imagination. Chapter 14: Relieving Anxiety with Herbs and Dietary Supplements. Chapter 15: Prescribing Peacefulness. Chapter 16: Practising Mindful Acceptance. Part V: Helping Others with Anxiety. Chapter 17: Helping Your Children Fight Anxiety. Chapter 18: Coping with Your Partner’s Anxiety. Part VI: The Part of Tens. Chapter 19: Ten Ways to Stop Anxiety Quickly. Chapter 20: Ten Anxiety Busters That Just Don't Work. Chapter 21: Ten Ways to Deal with Relapse. Chapter 22: Ten Signs That You Need Help – and Where to Get It. Appendix: Resources for You. Index.

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Elaine Iljon Foreman is an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society who has researched and treated anxiety and phobias for over 25 years. Charles H Elliott, PhD, and Laura L Smith, PhD, are clinical psychologists

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Includes practical advice on defeating panic attacks for good Overcome anxiety and create a calmer life With the right psychological techniques, you can discover the root cause of your anxiety, change your thought processes, and take control of your fears. This friendly, expert guide talks you through those techniques, and gives proven, practical advice on relaxation, nutrition, exercise, and medication, so you have full support in freeing yourself from anxiety and enjoying a more peaceful life. THE DUMMIES WAY® Explanations in plain English "Get in, get out" information Icons and other navigational aids Online cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun Discover how to: Recognise the symptoms of anxiety Challenge negative thoughts Sleep better Find the right professional help Help an anxious child or partner Get smart! @www.dummies.com <ul> <li>Find listings of all our books</li> <li>Choose from many different subject categories</li> <li>Sign up for eTips at etips.dummies.com</li> </ul>