Kevin Gournay
The Sheldon Short Guide to Phobias and Panic
- ISBN 13:
- 9781847093684
- author:
- Kevin Gournay
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- SPCK
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 64
- Dimensions:
- 11.1 x 0.4 x 17.8 cm
- Genre:
- Health, Family & Lifestyle, Health Issues, Illnesses & Conditions
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Understanding and managing phobias can be a challenging task for many people. This guide provides a comprehensive approach to tackling specific phobias and anxiety, covering topics such as obsessive-compulsive disorder, social phobia, generalized anxiety state, and panic disorder with agoraphobia. The book explores the causes of anxiety and phobias, offers practical advice on seeking professional help, planning a self-help programme, and managing catastrophic thoughts. It also provides lifestyle tools to help manage symptoms, including exercise, relaxation techniques, diet, and alcohol management. By reading this guide, individuals can gain a better understanding of their phobias and develop strategies to overcome them, leading to improved mental well-being and a more manageable quality of life.