A Books on Prescription Title Take control of your life take control of your pain Chronic pain can be extremely debilitating however it does not need to dominate your life This self-help book is based on highly effective self-help methods developed by specialists & used in community & hospital pain-management programs Your experience of pain can be greatly reduced by pacing daily activities reducing stress learning relaxation techniques & effective ways to cope with depression anxiety worry anger & frustration This easy-to-follow book sets out Why pain can persist when there's no injury or disease present How to become fitter & pace your activities Practical ways to improve sleep & relaxation Returning to work study & gaining a life you value ...

Depression affects many people at some point in their lives Fortunately we now know that by changing certain thoughts & behaviour patterns you can greatly improve how you feel Overcoming Depression & Low Mood A Five Areas Approach explains how low mood can affect your life It helps you understand why you sometimes feel low anxious angry or guilty It also teaches proven practical skills to help you change how you feel By using the clearly described practical tools inside you can make helpful changes to your life Ultimately the hope is that this book will help you to regain a sense of control over how you feel The book is based on a cognitive behavioural therapy approach The developers of this approach found many effective ways of tackling common symptoms & problems people face when feeling low The course can make a big difference if you can commit to using it Having someone else to encourage you is also important Interactive questions & worksheets which are a key feature of the series are plentiful in this new edition An award-winning companion website wwwlivinglifetothefullcom

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This book provides teaching plans for key numeracy topics aimed at those working with students aged 9-16 in order build the self-esteem of students who need extra help & give them a basic foundation in number 168 pages Bird Ronit ...

A bestselling title that uses CBT techniques to help you overcome chronic anxieties about your health 336 pages Veale David ...

Overcoming Low Self Esteem has become a classic of self-help literature winning widespread praise for its practical & user-friendly approach At last this benchmark work is available as a large format practical manual complete with multiple copies of worksheets diaries & exercises suitable for a two-week course of treatment The user will be able to write directly into the workbook allowing him or her to trace progress over the course of treatment monitor behaviour & record step-by-step improvement Ideal for working through alone or with guided assistance Overcoming Low Self Esteem Self Help Manual is a complete step-by-step treatment guide ...

A new edition of a bestselling Overcoming title that helps combat panic & associated disorders by using proven Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques 224 pages 20 bw integrated illustrations Manicavasagar Vijaya ...

'A positive step-by-step guide to help readers resolve their sexual difficulties It empowers couples to set goals to meet their needs' Nursing Standard Are you worried about impotence or loss of sexual desire premature ejaculation or lack of orgasm? Experienced psychosexual therapist & couples counsellor Vicki Ford provides an invaluable guide to understanding the sexual problems that many people face from time to time Her simple & effective self-help techniques based on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) include practical exercise programs to help develop responsiveness & an understanding of your body Suitable for both singles & couples this expert guide will enable you to overcome negative thinking & restore your confidence & your sex life Specifically you will learn about The importance of relaxation & stress reduction techniques The impact of ageing disability religion infidelity abuse infertility childbirth bereavement & medication on sexual performance Techniques for particular problems Overcoming self-help guides use clinically proven techniques to treat long-standing & disabling conditions both psychological & physical Many guides in the Overcoming series are recommended under the Reading Well Books on Prescription scheme Series Editor Professor Peter Cooper ...

The updated new edition of the bestselling self-help guide Overcoming Social Anxiety & Shyness 400 pages Butler Gillian ...

In the years following the publication of Patrick Lencioni's best-seller The Five Dysfunctions of a Team fans have been clamoring for more information on how to implement the ideas outlined in the book In Overcoming the Five Dysfunctions of a Team Lencioni offers more specific practical guidance for overcoming the Five Dysfunctions using tools exercises assessments & real-world examples He examines questions that all teams must ask themselves Are we really a team? How are we currently performing? Are we prepared to invest the time & energy required to be a great team? Written concisely & to the point this guide gives leaders line managers & consultants alike the tools they need to get their teams up & running quickly & effectively ...

Practical help for managing the after-effects of trauma Traumatic life experiences can lead to persistent change Those affected may become numb & shut off from those around them & grief guilt or shame may constantly weigh them down Memories of horrifying scenes may intrude unexpectedly during waking hours Sleep may be disturbed by vivid unpleasant dreams Sudden mood swings emotional overwhelm impaired concentration dissociation or feelings of constant alert make living difficult Traumatic stress responses including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (or PTSD) are caused by our mind & body's attempts to cope with experiences of extreme danger They can affect & overwhelm anyone & are not a sign of personal weakness Written by an expert trauma therapist this accessible self-help manual takes those affected by specific traumatic events on a journey of recovery & healing based on the latest psychological research & advances in trauma therapy This fully revised & updated edition
Includes: Clear explanations of the symptoms of trauma & how to recognize them Guidance on seeking specialist psychological help A step-by-step recovery programme based on a positive growth approach Practical advice tested exercises & useful summary check points Effective integrative trauma healing techniques for body mind & soul Overcoming self-help guides use clinically proven techniques to treat long-standing & disabling conditions both psychological & physical Many guides in the Overcoming series are recommended under the Reading Well Books on Prescription scheme Series Editor Professor Peter Cooper
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