Focus on illness-related anxiety and depression.
Whether it concerns cancer, heart disease, diabetes, or a mental health condition, sudden severe illness comes as a shock and challenges confidence and self-image. This book explores the common psychological issues that arise when someone's usual health and routine are disrupted, and discusses the impact of illness on relationships and family. Drawing on CBT techniques, it offers practical self-help strategies to help deal with changed expectations and lifestyles. Topics include:
Anxiety and depression
Insomnia, discomfort and pain
Working with health professionals
Dealing with the side effects of medication
Relaxation
Getting support
Dr Fran Smith is a counselling psychologist with expertise in illness psychology. She is director of cardiac psychology at the Royal Free Hospital, London.
Dr Carina Eriksen is a clinical psychologist with an extensive London practice.
Professor Robert Bor is Lead Consultant Clinical Psychologist at the Royal Free Hospital, London.
ISBN:
9781847093431
Binding:
Paperback
Pub. Date:
01/06/2015
Category:
Coping with illness & specific conditions
Imprint:
Pages:
128 page/s
Stock:
In stock
Price:
$19.99 AUD
Coping With the Psychological Effects of Illness
Smith, Dr Fran and Eriksen, Carina and Bor, Professor Rob
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