Coping with / advice about anxiety and phobias Books

Book SynopsisAs seen on the BBC documentary, Inside Our Autistic Minds, with Chris Packham'Full of wisdom and positivity' Professor Nicola MartinOne of the biggest challenges for the parent of any autistic child is how best to support and guide them through the situations in life which might cause them greater stress, anxiety and worry than if they were neurotypical.Dr Luke Beardon has put together an optimistic, upbeat and readable guide that will be essential reading for any parent to an autistic child, whether they are of preschool age or teenagers. Emphasising that autism is not behaviour, but at the same time acknowledging that there are risks of increased anxiety specific to autism, this practical book gives insight into the nature of the anxiety experienced by autistic people, as well as covering every likely situation in which your child might feel anxious or worried. It will help you to prepare your child for school, to monitor their anxiety around school, and also to be informed about the educational choices available to your child. It will give you support to help make breaktimes less stressful for them and how to help them navigate things like eating at school and out of the house. Educationally, this book will take you and your child right up to the point of taking exams and leaving school; socially and emotionally it will cover all the challenges from bullying, friendships, relationships, puberty and sex education. It will give suggestions for alternatives in the scenarios that might cause anxiety or confusion in your child; it will also give a full understanding of your child's sensory responses and such behaviours as masking, or echopraxia.As the parent of an autistic child, you may find their path to adulthood different to the one you had expected to take, but as this book makes clear, autism should be celebrated and affirmed. Avoiding Anxiety in Autistic Children helps you to do just that, with practical strategies that will help happiness, not anxiety, remain the over-riding emotion that colours your child's memories of their early years.Trade ReviewA remarkable book that alternates between moments of deep recognition and precious insights... It teaches adaptability and flexibility and advocates passionately for an increased understanding of autistic children. * The Autistic Professor *This progressive approach is empowering, and ensures positive self-identity and mental health of autistic children. Practical reframes enable the reader to make changes that will improve lives; Beardon has the ability to put the reader truly in the shoes of an autistic child. * Jodie Smitten Autistic Advocate & Autism Specialist *Beautifully accessible, full of wisdom and positivity. * Professor Nicola Martin *An accessible and comprehensive guide for anyone who interacts with autistic children. * The Psychologist *

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Book SynopsisDrawing on the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), this book sets out a clear, enjoyable, step-by-step approach for addressing the sorts of anxieties, fears and phobias that are so common in children and teens with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and related challenges.Using this easy-to-follow model, parents and professionals will have the tools they need to help children and teens cope with and sometimes overcome anxieties caused by everyday occurrences. The book covers seven common scenarios, from fears of environmental sounds and visiting the doctor or dentist, to anxieties around transitions, changes to schedules and an intolerance for making mistakes. The model can be adapted to suit almost any anxiety or phobia and is ideal for use at home, at school and in clinical settings where it can be integrated into a variety of treatment approaches and styles.Designed to help parents of children with autism spectrum disorders and the teachers and therapists who work with them, this book is an excellent resource for successfully alleviating many of the anxieties and phobias that interfere with life enjoyment, not only for the child but for the entire family.Trade ReviewThe peaceful cover well expresses Levine and Chedd's gentle and effective approach to resolving anxiety and phobias in children with developmental difficulties. By showing how to break child's fears down into more tolerably-sized "chunks," they provide a means of keeping the child engaged in the therapeutic work, preventing the frequent dropouts of behavioral treatment. While they designed a method for children with special needs, it will enhance the treatment of any child or teen with anxiety or phobias. Clear and direct enough to instruct a beginning clinician, it is rich and innovative enough to teach experienced therapists. -- Richard Bromfield, PhD, Harvard Medical School, author Doing Therapy with Children and Adolescents with Asperger Syndrome and Embracing Asperger’sThis is a lovely book, which has many ideas applicable to neurotypical children as well. Brilliant for toddlers tantruming (I have toddler grandsons aged one and two, and am already having conversations with the hand-dryer in the church lavatory - wonderful!) -- Carolyn Holleyman, Grandmother of three toddler boysToo often children with autism are viewed through the lens of the condition, with their challenges seen purely as 'behaviour'. However, anxiety is such a key issue for so many individuals on the autism spectrum that it becomes essential to treat it as an individual and individualised 'thing' rather than largely disregarded simply as part of the diagnosis. This book is a welcome and much needed addition to a field of literature on treating the core symptoms of autism in an emotionally-centred and child-friendly way. Levine and Chedd have made a largely misunderstood, but essential part of autism treatment accessible to professionals and parents alike. They offer a practical, effective way to approach and treat anxiety in autism. Most importantly children and the professionals that treat them will also have great fun attacking anxiety together! -- Ruth Glynne-Owen, Founder and Chief Executive, Speur-Ghlan Early Intervention Service, ScotlandA highly creative approach, combining classic exposure with symbolic play for children often considered very difficult to treat. Professionals and parents will find the depth of expertise and clinical pearls shared by the authors very accessible and feasible. Especially helpful are the many detailed examples and many ideas for implementing the treatment for a broad range of fears. A valuable resource that I will use often! -- Aureen P. Wagner, Ph.D., Director, The Anxiety Wellness Center, author of Worried No More and What to Do when your Child has OCDThis book really is easy to access for parents and professionals, and a great tool for all parties to work together... Reading the book through was enough to give me some new ways of approaching anxiety/OCD strategies straight away. Really useful! -- Mel Thomsett * Sensory Smart *Table of ContentsPreface. 1. What is a Phobia and How do Phobias Evolve Over Time? 2. Overview of Phobia Treatment. 3. Gradual Exposure, Humor and Interactive play. 4. The 4-Step Treatment Model. 5. Treating Sophia's Phobia of Thunderstorms and Bugs. 6. Treating Will's Phobia of Environmental Sounds, including Flushing Toilets, Hand Dryers and Vacuum Cleaners. 7. Treating Michael's Phobia of Injections and Blood Draws. 8. Treating Jacob's Phobia about Losing Games and Not Being First. 9. Treating Li's Phobia of Clowns, Mascots and People in Costumes. 10. Treating Jordan's Phobia about Being Late and Making Mistakes. 11. Collaborating with Other Professionals. Appendix. Unbundling Phobias: Idea List.

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Book SynopsisWe all know the feeling. That nervous, jittery, tense feeling that tells you that something bad is just ahead. Anxiety can be overwhelming. But the Bible has plenty to say to people who are anxious. This book will help us to take our eyes off our circumstances and fix them on God. Trade ReviewIn this little book, Ed Welch provides big biblical solutions that get to the heart of the matter and that last. It rejoices my heart to think of all the students that will have their lives transformed by the truths in these pages. -- David Murray (Senior Pastor, First Byron CRC, Byron Center, Michigan and author of ‘The StoryChanger’ and ‘Jesus on Every Page’)Our risk–averse society with its prophecies of doom is a breeding–ground for anxiety, not least among children and teens. Ed Welch here offers young people a means to understand the roots of their own fears and discover how to live every day with genuine hope. -- Ann Benton (Author and family conference speaker, Guildford, England)Ed Welch is one of the church’s foremost counselors, and this book will help you not only understand your own heart, but the hearts of those you love. Dr. Welch’s books have been immensely helpful to me, and this book is no exception. -- J. D. Greear (Pastor, The Summit Church, Raleigh–Durham, North Carolina)This is a book about you, about something you face every day. Reading this will help you identify and deal with the core of your anxieties, and it gives answers that are not bandaids or simplistic. This book is perfect for teens trying to understand where their anxiety comes from, but be careful parents, it might have more to say to you than you realize! -- Alasdair Groves (Executive Director of CCEF)

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Book Synopsis''A fascinating from-the-heart memoir'' Nigel Slater''A revelatory honest read'' Red magazineFUNNY, HEART-WRENCHING, GENEROUS AND TRUE, IN FINDING MY VOICE NADIYA HUSSAIN SHARES THE UNFORGETTABLE MEMORIES AND EXPERIENCES THAT HAVE MADE HER THE WOMAN SHE IS TODAY.''I am writing this for everyone who was told no. ''No, you are not rich enough. No, that is not credible. No, you can''t. No, you won''t. No, you are not allowed. No, that is not appropriate. I was told, No, you do not belong. Finally, I am saying, Yes, I do.''From the moment Nadiya Hussain was born, she has been questioning her role in life. But the irony is, she never wanted to be a trailblazer. She just wanted to follow a ''normal'' path. But life kept telling her ''you can''t''. And so she found her own way, beyond anything she dared to drTrade ReviewA tale of honesty and joy from one of Britain's most influential women . . . Unflinchingly honest ... in this memoir, she writes openly and comfortingly about the mental health issues we all face. * Stylist *A revelatory honest read . . . She writes with clear-eyed insight . . . There's no doubt that the book will make an impact and enable young girls to question the boxes society places them in and to dream bigger than the previous generation thought possible. -- Elizabeth Day * You Magazine, Daily Mail *Each chapter explores a different role Hussain has played in her life so far . . . this is far from a smug "you too could have it all" manual for the modern woman. It is more about Hussain's long struggle to find her place in the world. * iNews *[Finding My Voice] explores difficult issues like her anxiety and traumas of her childhood. * Daily Star *Her first foray into telling her life story, Finding My Voice sees Nadiya discuss life with mental health issues as someone who suffers with panic attacks. * Metro *An honest discussion of anxiety, Nadiya Hussain's book is a real comfort read. * Stylist *Featuring personal recipes and childhood memories, [Nadiya] lets us into her life for the very first time. Her journey to capturing our hearts on our television screens has been far from an easy one, as she explains that this book is for everyone who has been told 'no' and had their dreams stunted by others. Pick up Finding My Voice to discover how her background shaped her to become the woman she is today. * Health & Wellbeing *Since winning Bake Off in 2015, Nadiya has become a TV favourite . . . Only 34, Nadiya has been through a lot and in her memoir she touches on some of the most important roles in her life . . . Each chapter begins with a poem and ends with a recipe and both offer insights into Nadiya's mind. It's a moving and funny book. * the Sun *One of the most compelling autobiographies I've read . . . the most influential Asian woman in the UK, the most popular baker in Britain and the most unexpected, surprising, five-foot nothing kickass of a woman.' * Emma Freud at The Royal Festival Hall *Nadiya Hussain has become a household name as a cookbook writer, author and television presenter. Her memoir is the warm and inspiring tale of a young woman who felt she lacked opportunities but defied the way society tried to pigeonhole her. Also delving into Nadiya's issues with anxiety, it is an honest and uplifting autobiography. * S Magazine, Sunday Express *Finding My Voice is courageous; she's written with unflinching honesty about her upbringing . . . This is no banal celeb memoir; it's Nadiya tackling her life - the light as well as dark - head on . . . It's a brave book, but then Nadiya has already broken many moulds. * Clover Stroud, Red Magazine *Honest and absorbing * Woman & Home *A fascinating from-the-heart memoir * Nigel Slater *Raw and revealing . . . She is disarmingly funny * Heat Magazine *You called it Finding My Voice and it's you talking to me. I know I say this a lot when people are on but not everybody writes a book where I'm hearing them. * Lorraine, ITV *Wonderful . . . a book for everyone. You'll love it. * Tan France *

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Book SynopsisRelease your worries and find some peace.Take a few minutes every day to free your feelings, manage your anxiety, and enjoy how good it feels to just let go. Aimee Chase''s One Question a Day for Finding Calm will get you in the healthy habit of breathing deeper and slowing down to reflect on all that's good within you and around you. Count on this easy-to-use, three-year journal for prompts that will help you pause and unwind when life gets overwhelming. You'll learn what helps you relax and grow your self-awareness year after year when you add this soothing journal to your everyday routine.

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Book Synopsis''Thoughtful, vastly knowledgeable, and genuinely brilliant'' Dr. Matthew Walker, New York Times-bestselling author of Why We Sleep________________________We need sleep to survive. It''s as essential as food, water, and oxygen. Without it, our bodies begin to shut down. So why is something that should be natural, instinctual, and automatic so difficult?Renowned sleep scientist, Dr Aric Prather, studies sleep for a living and the first - and most important - thing he''ll tell you about it is that we''re all unintentionally getting in the way of our own sleep. In this book, he shares his most powerful and sought-after solutions for achieving good quality, restorative sleep in just seven days, providing transformative antidotes for sleep like: Stabilising your sleep cycle Living your days so you can turn off at night Overcoming the afternoon slump without sabotaging sleep tonight Trade ReviewThoughtful, vastly knowledgeable and genuinely brilliant - this is how you describe Aric Prather. He can take detailed scientific concepts and distill them into wondrous bite size chunks, digestible to all. There is simply no other person to write this how-to guide on sleep -- Dr. Matthew Walker, New York Times bestselling author of Why We SleepDeceptively simple and refreshingly straightforward, Sleep Rx is an immediately useful guide to getting better sleep. Aric Prather is an internationally-recognized scientific authority on sleep health and his advice can help just about anyone sleep more restfully in just a week -- Dr. Michael Grandner, Director of the Sleep and Health Research Program, University of Arizona College of MedicineA practical guide to improving your sleep and enhancing your life. Prather offers a set of transformative and doable changes in sleep habits that can make you healthier, happier, and more productive -- Tom Boyce, MD, Author of The Orchid and the DandelionA game changer. It's an original and effective take on how we sleep and why so many of us struggle to do it well. A must-have for anyone looking to improve their waking life by fixing their sleeping one -- Dr. Sara Mednick, Author of Take a Nap! Change Your Life

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Book SynopsisThis collection addresses the theory of claustro-agoraphobic anxieties and schizoid phenomena. It provides psychoanalytic case studies of the transference and counter-transference dynamic inherent in these agonizing disorders.In The Claustro-Agoraphobic Dilemma in Psychoanalysis: Fear of Madness, Susan Finkelstein and Heinz Weiss gather both classic papers and new essays, presenting a timely assessment of claustro-agoraphobia as first developed by Henri Rey. This volume includes papers by Helene Deutsch, Bertram Lewin, Edoardo Weiss, Esther Bick, Donald Meltzer, Albert Mason, John Steiner, and Claudia Frank, as well as a chapter by Kristin White on working remotely with psychoanalytic patients during the Covid-19 pandemic. Applying a Freudian, Kleinian, and Bionian methodology, this collection argues for a long-term approach to psychoanalytic treatment in order to help claustro-agoraphobic patients work through the unconscious conflicts that interfere with their capaciTrade Review‘This book was in a sense waiting to be produced. I say this because the phenomenon of claustro-agoraphobia is a core dimension of the human condition and, though not always recognized as such, enters the consulting room with every patient. It is a concept we use every day without necessarily naming it or understanding its theoretical and historical significance. In Group Psychology and the Analysis of the Ego, Freud quoted Schopenhauer on the "hedgehogs’ dilemma". In my paraphrasing, hedgehogs huddle together in winter to get warm, but when they get too close, they prick each other and move apart. But then they feel cold and huddle together again. And so, they spend the whole winter moving together and apart, trying to find a place where they can be near enough to get warm but not so near that they get hurt – the poetic evocation of a universal human dilemma.All forms of psychopathology, then, have a claustro-agoraphobic dimension. Patients feel trapped with their symptoms and the objects that persecute them – their marriages, their jobs, their relationships, but more than anything with the contents of their own minds.The editors have provided us with a superb selection of papers ranging from Helene Deutsch’s 1929 essay to works that are part of our contemporary psychoanalytic world (Rey, Meltzer, Steiner) and that deepen and broaden our understanding of this concept both in terms of its clinical phenomenology and its theoretical underpinnings. The editors’ Introduction provides a rich cultural perspective and mapping out of the concepts. The editors also provide historical links to ancient philosophy and the world of literature.This is a book that all clinicians – psychologists, psychiatrists, and psychoanalysts – will find fascinating and enriching. The Claustro-Agoraphobic Dilemma in Psychoanalysis: Fear of Madness will find its place as a key text. A must for all libraries.’David Bell, BSc, MB, MRCP, FRCPsych, Psychoanalyst; Former President of the British Psychoanalytical Society; Former Consultant Psychiatrist at Tavistock Clinic, UK‘Susan Finkelstein and Heinz Weiss have thoughtfully compiled many of the most significant theoretical and clinical papers on the fascinating and important topic of the claustro-agoraphobic dilemma. The collection of papers, from Lewin's to Steiner’s on Psychic Retreat, from Henri Rey's to Meltzer’s ideas on the Claustrum, covers both historical contributions and theoretical differences. Readers are also treated to original chapters by the editors and contributors that place the more historical papers within a modern context. The introduction to the book and the prefaces provide clear, erudite, and concise statements of the central ideas for each chapter. This is an excellent and invaluable addition to any psychotherapist's or psychoanalyst's library.’Abbot A. Bronstein, PhD, Editor of The Analyst at Work and the International Journal of Psychology; Psychoanalyst; Chair of the North American Comparative Clinical Methods Working Party Group; Former IPA Board Member and TA/SA at the San Francisco Center of Psychoanalysis, USA‘Claustro-agoraphobia constitutes the natural dilemma of those who have not developed a true personality. These people are always afraid of being trapped and dominated in the interpersonal relationship that they escape to find themselves in the anguish of emptiness. This book reports the most useful psychoanalytic contributions on the subject and opens new perspectives to this still unsolved aspect of the psyche. A commendable and useful contribution to bring psychoanalysis back to clinical research.’Franco de Masi, Training and Supervising Analyst of the Italian Psychoanalytical Society; Former President of Centro Milanese di Psicoanalisi and Secretary of the Training Milanese Institute, Italy‘This book not only offers many interesting reflections on the psychoanalytic concept of claustro-agoraphobia but, in fact, establishes its meaning and value. It shows how a range of different clinical phenomena and dynamics discussed in the analytic literature, past and present, share dimensions which allow them to be more deeply understood when brought together under the notion of claustro-agoraphobia.’Rachel Blass, Training Analyst at the Israel Psychoanalytic Society and Member of the British Psychoanalytical Society, UKTable of ContentsIntroduction Foreword 1. The Genesis of Agoraphobia 2. Claustrophobia 3. Agoraphobia and its Relation to Hysterical Attacks and to Traumas 4. Anxieties Underlying Phobia of Sexual Intercourse in a Woman 5. The Relation of Anal Masturbation to Projective Identification 6. The Suffocating Super-Ego: Psychotic Break and Claustrophobia 7. The Schizoid Mode of Being and the Space-Time Continuum (Before Metaphor) 8. A Theory of Psychic Retreats 9. Monstrous Phantasies and Monstrous Gods: Claustro-Agoraphobic Anxiety in Hesiod and Klein 10. Claustro-Agoraphobia - The Impact of Concrete Thinking on the Analyst's Internal Space 11. Intimacy and Loss of Orientation 12. Claustro-Agoraphobia in times of Covid-19: on the Problem of Making Analytic Contact when Using the Telephone and Internet for Analysis During the Coronavirus Pandemic 13. Conclusion

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Book Synopsis'Understanding our nervous system and somatic healing hold the key for many of us in overcoming anxiety - Anna's book shows us the way.'Chloe Brotheridge - bestselling author of The Anxiety Solution.Harness the power of your vagus nerve to reduce stress, overcome anxiety and release past trauma Feeling anxious and disconnected are signs of a nervous system that's out of balance. Something as small as a curt message from our boss can be perceived by our bodies as a threat to life. By understanding our physiological stress response, we can override and heal our emotional response, and fix the behaviours sabotaging our health and happiness.In The Vagus Nerve Reset, Anna Ferguson offers somatic therapies alongside the science of Polyvagal Theory, to help us train our nervous system to stop overreacting, and start responding more calmly to day-to-day stressors and heal past experiences. Anna provides practical, immediate ways to unlock a mindful connection with our bodies, helping us become more aware of our nervous system and notice what derails us - and transform the way we respond to every kind of challenge in life.By tuning into our vagus nerve we can gently shape our nervous system for greater resilience. This will have profound long-term positive influence on our overall health and wellbeing, providing relief from debilitating anxiety and symptoms of chronic illness.Including a programme of mindful movement, breathwork and meditation, journalling, and more, this comprehensive guide allows us to find anchors of safety amongst the chaos, reclaim a sense of control and step into the most confident, resilient and grounded version of ourselves.Trade ReviewAnna invites such warmth and compassion, to bring a level of healing that feels accessible. Her words are a gift for you to help reclaim back your life and to understand yourself from a body wisdom perspective in a way that enables you to take back control. If you're struggling with stress, anxiety, depression or simply want to understand how your body acts the way it does then this book is for you. It's packed with exercises and theory that leaves you feeling informed. A must read for anyone who needs some clarity on navigating life in a healthier, healed way. * Helen Marie, Therapist and author of Choose You *Anna’s book gently takes you by the hand, walking you through understanding trauma and how to give your nervous system the self-love and care it deserves. * Tasha Bailey, Psychotherapist and author of Real Talk Therapy *An invaluable book that's part of the new age of health care, where stress and trauma are given the attention they deserve, and where the power is reclaimed by the patient who is supported in cultivating a relationship with their own nervous system. * Dr Larisa Corda, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Author of The Conception Plan *

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Book SynopsisFor readers of motivational books like DARING GREATLY and GIRL, WASH YOUR FACE, this growth mindset personal development book for those who are not only ready to achieve, but brave enough to push out of their comfort zone and find authentic happiness. Now featuring a brand new bonus chapter all about Abundance.In this inspiring and motivational new book, founder of the Hello Fears social movement Michelle Poler is challenging you to say hello! to your fears and find meaningful happiness outside the traditional definition of success by living with courage and tapping into your full potential.With kick-butt attitude and a humorous *wink*, Michelle breaks down each set-back she battled on the road towards joyful purpose. Her stories and practical strategies encourage you to name, accept, and embrace what's holding you back so you can be the heroine in your own life, not the victim.Hello, Fears is an honest, empowering guide to living alongside what scares you. Our fears reveal what we care about the most, so each and every challenge is an opportunity to grow, hustle, and be your authentic self-unapologetically.Perfect for readers of Untamed and Love Warrior by Glennon Doyle, Girl, Wash Your Face and Girl, Stop Apologizing by Rachel Hollis or listeners of The United States of Anxiety podcast on NPR. On the professional side, if you liked Delivering Happiness by Tony Hsieh, you'll love Hello, Fears.

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Book Synopsis'A stunning mix of hilarious tropes, swoony romance and lovable, relatable characters. A must read for every romance lover!' Ali Hazelwood, author of The Love HypothesisGavinWe've been teammates for two years, but it feels like Oliver Bergman's been on my last nerve for a lifetime. To make matters worse, he's obscenely attractive.Avoiding Oliver has been my survival tactic on and off the field. But when Coach drops the bomb that we're now co-captains, avoiding him becomes impossible, and keeping the truth from him is harder than ever.OliverLife was great until soccer legend Gavin Hayes joined the team. He's a giant - albeit gorgeous - grump who lives to rain on my parade. I've sworn off pranks so, rather than settle our differences the Bergman way, I've been killing Gavin with kindness... Just one problem: it's killing me as well.Coach has given us an ultimatum: put an end to our enmity or say goodbye to being captains. I'm prepared to make nice, but the last thing I expect is to discover an explosive attraction we can't ignore...An enemies-to-lovers, age gap sports romance about an upbeat rising soccer star with anxiety and his curmudgeonly veteran teammate who lives with chronic pain.Praise for Chloe Liese:'I could curl up in Liese's writing for days, I love it so' Helen Hoang, author of The Kiss Quotient'Absolute romantic perfection' Christina Lauren, author of The Unhoneymooners

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Book SynopsisA guide to help readers uncover the subconscious reasons they hold themselves back along with an exploration of the ways negative childhood experiences have impacted their lives and fed into the problem. We are sometimes our own worst enemies, sabotaging our success and with it our chance for lasting happiness and opportunities for personal and professional fulfilment. It’s Not Your Fault helps readers uncover the subconscious reasons they hold themselves back. These blind spots were often created in childhood as coping mechanisms in response to trauma. Rather than teaching tactics that ignore or give surface attention to adverse childhood events, the book lovingly guides readers to explore the ways these events have impacted their lives and how this knowledge will help them access true transformation. Readers will be relieved to discover that it's not a lack of willpower that has held them back, but a lack of self-knowledge instead. ThosTrade Review"An affirming, compassionate approach to forging healthy relationships and fostering resiliency." —Emily Bowles, Library Journal“Laura Connell has written a must-read for anyone who has suffered at the hands of a toxic family system. Laura’s book brings together critical elements, desperately needed for overcoming childhood shame, resulting addictions, and low self-esteem. Each chapter offers profound insights into some of the most common struggles faced by adult survivors of toxic family members.” —Dr. Sherrie Campbell, clinical psychologist and author of Adult Survivors of Toxic Family Members“Going through the pages of this book is a healing salve for anyone on a journey to find who they truly are after growing up in a dysfunctional environment. In It’s Not Your Fault, Laura Connell offers a clear and innovative blueprint to help the reader dissolve the hurt that keeps them in self-abandonment, reclaim healthy love, and embody their authenticity when they no longer abide by the expectations that were projected onto them in dysfunctional dynamics.” —Xavier Dagba, transformational coach and shadow integration facilitator “There are millions of people out there who don’t realize that what keeps them in the vicious cycle of self-sabotage is the impact of growing up in a dysfunctional family. It’s Not Your Fault is a powerful book of knowledge and wisdom for those whose invisible childhood wounds are preventing them from living their best life. Coupling personal experience with scientific research, Laura does a beautiful job of explaining ‘the problem’ in an extremely digestible way. She gives the reader great hope by outlining a path to healing that is both tangible and achievable. This is a must-read for anyone who grew up in a dysfunctional family system . . . so basically everyone!” —Andrea Ashley, host of the Adult Child podcast“With enormous compassion and clarity, Laura has written a breathtaking guidebook on identifying and healing self-sabotage. It's Not Your Fault is a shame-lifting read that will invite you and resource you to meet yourself with the utmost care.” —Ashley Beaudin, self-sabotage and gentle business coach“As a childhood trauma survivor, I wish I had read this book at the beginning of my healing journey. It is a powerful resource covering all aspects of trauma and recovery and how to start healing yourself with practical tips delivered compassionately. As a trauma-informed coach, I highly recommend anyone who wants to embark on a journey of self-discovery and recovery to read this book. I'll definitely be recommending it to all my friends and clients.” —Marisa Sim, trauma-informed life coach“Laura’s book is a treasure chest of deep wisdom, empathy, and healing. For anyone who has put their life and dreams on hold as a result of living in a dysfunctional family, this book is for you. It’s Not Your Fault not only shows how to recognize and heal from trauma but also how to reconnect to life again, ignite your inner light, give strength to your inner voice, and step back into the world as the treasure you were born to be.” —Yasmin Kerkez, family relationship coach and co-founder of Family Support Resources

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Book SynopsisWhen it comes to fighting anxiety, you have more control than you think: the power is at the end of your fork. We’re in the middle of a global anxiety epidemic, but in Calm Your Mind With Food, bestselling author and nutritional psychiatrist Dr Uma Naidoo gives you the tools to take back control. Dr Naidoo draws on the latest science to demonstrate how an understanding of how both the brain and gut microbiome works, and a diet that creates a strong foundation for mental health, will equip you to control your anxiety. In this revolutionary, solutions-focussed and full-body approach to relieving anxiety, you’ll learn: · Dr Uma’s six pillars to calm the mind · How inflammation affects everything from anxiety and depression to Alzheimer’s disease · How the trillions of bacteria living in your gut are key to controlling anxiety · How to incorporate anxiety-busting foods into your diet, from the obscure (ashwagandha) to the ubiquitous (vitamin C) · Which foods you should avoid as you make anti-anxiety eating choices · The best diets for managing symptoms of anxiety and depression With guidelines for creating your own personal anti-anxiety meal plan and dozens of supernutrient-forward, delicious recipes, Dr Naidoo shows how to effectively use food and nutrition as essential tools for calming the mind. This ground-breaking guide will help you boost your immunity, reduce anxiety and enhance your overall mental well-being.Trade Review"The antidote to stress. Essential reading." * Tim Spector, author of 'Food for Life' *“Nutritional Psychiatry is a new discipline and Dr. Uma Naidoo is a global leader in this field. This book is a must-read for anyone who is plagued with stress and anxiety, which is essentially every one of us!” * Deepak Chopra, author of 'Living in the Light' *"When it comes to psychiatry, Dr. Uma Naidoo is a unique global leader who integrates her research and clinical work to provide science backed protocols. In this amazing book she tackles the #1 condition afflicting the world today: Anxiety. This book will transform the way you think about the food you eat to help calm your mind.” * Dr Daniel Amen, author of 'Change Your Brain, Change Your Life' *“I can’t say enough about the critical connections Dr. Uma Naidoo draws between mental health and the food we eat. In her revolutionary book, she masterfully teaches how to use food to relieve symptoms of anxiety using principles of nutritional psychiatry, a field she has pioneered." * Giada De Laurentiis, bestselling author of 'Eat Better, Feel Better' *"Once you read Dr. Uma Naidoo’s approachable, science-backed explanations of the connection between nutrition and mental health, you will forever alter your dietary choices. In her groundbreaking book, Dr. Naidoo masterfully teaches how to use food to relieve symptoms of anxiety and calm the mind.” * Dr Mark Hyman, author of 'Young Forever' *"This remarkable book beautifully illustrates how mindful eating can alleviate anxiety, offering a refreshing perspective in our anxiety-laden world. A must-read for those seeking solace and tranquillity through the soothing embrace of nourishing meals." * Dr David Perlmutter, author of 'Grain Brain and Drop Acid' *If you spend your time eating and worrying, worrying and eating, this is essential reading. -- Samuel Fishwick * The Mail on Sunday *

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Book SynopsisDr Lalitaa Suglani is an award-winning psychologist, holistic healer and author. www.drlalitaa.com @dr.lalitaa

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Book Synopsis‘One of my favourite living writers: intelligent, lucid and, most impressive of all, funny’ - Jonathan CoeIf we’re talking agoraphobia, we’re talking books. I slip between their covers, lose myself in the turn of one page, re-discover myself on the next. Reading is a game of hide-and-seek. Narrative and neurosis, uneasy bedfellows sleeping top to toe.On Agoraphobia is a fascinating, entertaining and sometimes painfully acute look at what it means to go through life with an anxiety disorder that evades easy definition.When Graham Caveney was in his early twenties he began to suffer from what was eventually diagnosed as agoraphobia. What followed were decades of managing his condition and learning to live within the narrow limits it imposed on his life: no motorways, no dual carriageways, no shopping centres, limited time outdoors.Graham’s quest to understand his illness brought him back to his first love: books. From Harper Lee’s Boo Radley, Ford Madox Ford, Emily Dickinson, and Shirley Jackson: the literary world is replete with examples of agoraphobics – once you go looking for them.‘Intellectually curious, emotionally bracing and immensely erudite’ - Blake Morrison, The Guardian‘Captivating’ Richard BeardTrade ReviewNever less than completely absorbing, simply because [Caveney] is such a nimble, exact writer, able to move swiftly but unjarringly between daft jokes and serious reflections. * Telegraph *Intellectually curious, emotionally bracing and immensely erudite. . .bright and funny, and full of telling quotes. . .it will hearten people who have agoraphobia, enlighten medics and teach outsiders all the lessons Caveney has learned -- Blake Morrison * Guardian *A strange and many-headed work that melds personal experience with cultural criticism....thoughtful, humane and unjustly enjoyable * Sunday Times *One of my favourite living writers: intelligent, lucid and, most impressive of all, funny – even when he’s writing about the most difficult subjects. -- Jonathan CoeCaptivating . . . but also a book unscared of open white space, which feels like an act of defiance. For a book about agoraphobia it covers a huge amount of ground. -- Richard BeardGraham Caveney approaches the subject of agoraphobia diaristically, legally, and philosophically; he drinks about it, reads about it, has therapy about it, and assembles the long and fascinating history of its writers. -- Sarah MangusoA witty and engaging cultural history, and a frank and insightful memoir: On Agrophobia is original, smart and hugely entertaining -- David Nicholls

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Book SynopsisNo one like to throw up, but emetophobia is different, turning disgust into dread. Facing Mighty Fears About Throwing Up presents techniques to help shrink this common fear. Fun Facts about vomit engage children, while a Note to Parents and Caregivers and supplemental Resource section make this the perfect guide for parents and mental health professionals.This book is part of the Dr. Dawn's Mini Books About Mighty Fears series, designed to help children ages 6-10 tackle their fears and live happier lives.Trade ReviewDawn Huebner explains worry and fear to children with a tone that is confident, warm and straight-forward. Never condescending, always creative, and packed full of examples and instructions, the Mighty Fears books teach children and caring adults how to move forward with a plan. She knows kids, she knows worry, and she knows what helps. -- Lynn Lyons, psychotherapist, author, speaker and Flusteclux podcast ownerDawn Huebner is my go-to author when helping anxious kids. -- Natasha Daniels, LCSW, creator of atparentingsurivival.comUsing proven CBT Strategies, this new series offers countless ideas for exposure, helping readers feel understood and empowered. -- Bonnie Zucker, PsyD, author of Anxiety-Free KidsNobody writes for anxious children like Dawn Huebner. These books are a must. -- Eli R. Lebowitz, PhD, author of Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCDTable of ContentsFacing Mighty Fears About Vomiting Note to Parents and CaregiversResources

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Book SynopsisDo you suffer from anxiety and panic? So did Joshua Fletcher, the author of the self-published bestseller ANXIETY: PANICKING ABOUT PANIC - but he treated his own condition successfully, went back to school, became a counsellor and emerged as one of the country's leading experts. ANXIETY: PRACTICAL ABOUT PANIC is a complete, easy to read and hugely practical book about anxiety from someone who knows how to recover and live your life to the full - and will show you how. Concentrating on the actions that you can take to alleviate and overcome your worries, this book is all about you and what you need to do to improve your life.

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Book SynopsisIntroducing a Social Theatre™, this book provides guidance on how to deliver fun and transformative activities to develop social skills in teenagers and children. Drawing on ideas from Social Thinking®, CBT, mindfulness and assertiveness training this book develops games, skits and short plays which can be adapted to suit children and teenagers including those who are gifted, typical, and those with mild to moderate cognitive abilities. These activities will help participants become more assertive and flexible as well as improving confidence, focus and self-esteem.Social Theatre™ can be used in small groups, in class or throughout the school, as well as in group therapy sessions. It provides a new and inclusive way to teach social skills and collaborative learning and is especially useful for those with anxiety, ADHD and ASD.Trade ReviewShawn has crafted a work that is immediately applicable while also being transformational in its approach. It combines the practice of improv and comedy with the theory behind Social Theater and offers a GPS on how, when and why to use each activity. You can't go wrong! -- Izzy Gesell MS Ed, CSP (Certified Speaking Professional)Improvisational theatre games are increasingly finding a place in group psychotherapy, and this is a wonderful resource for clinicians working with children and teens, particularly with kids whose social skills may be impaired by attentional or anxiety problems. -- David Carbonell, Ph.D., psychologist and founding member of The Therapy Players, comedy improv troupe, Chicago, USAShawn Amador is a brilliant pioneer in the field of improv and social skills training! In her book she provides many gifts to practitioners of all levels: an eloquent historical perspective, step-by-step guides to using improv in therapeutic settings, and detailed explanations of the emotional and cognitive influences. -- Kristin R. Krueger, PhD, clinician, researcher and member of the Therapy PlayersTable of ContentsPreface; Acknowledgements; Breakdown chart by Social Thinking® Profile Level and target skills; 1. History of Social Theatre; The Creation of Groups; 3. Collaborative Writing Process; 4. Activities/Skits to Teach Joint Attention and Focus; 5. Practicing Recognition of Social Cues; 6. Practicing Self-Regulation Skills; 7. Practicing Perspective Taking; 8. Performing when Anxious and Shy...and Clowning!; 9. Being Confident to Defeat Bullying; 10. Social Theatre: How Can I Use It?' Appendices. Appendix A - Common Core Standards and Social Theatre. Appendix B - Feeling or Action?. Appendix C - Assertiveness Training Cards

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling anxiety expert, Bev Aisbett, comes a proven and practical workbook to help people manage their anxiety, with simple daily strategies for work and for home. A clear, practical day-by-day workbook, written by experienced counsellor and bestselling author of the classic national bestseller about anxiety, Living with IT, Bev Aisbett, to help people control their anxiety. Based on many of the exercises Bev has been teaching and writing about for the past twenty years, the book provides clear, simple daily building blocks to help people manage their anxiety and assist in recovery. Designed to be carried in handbags or backpacks as a daily companion, this is a highly approachable, concise, practical, simple and above all proven method of overcoming anxiety. Bev Aisbett is Australia's leading author in books around managing anxiety. In 1993, after recovering from severe anxiety and depression herself, Bev turned to her artistic talents to create the first of her gro

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Book SynopsisDiscover a set of soothing spells, restorative rituals and helpful hints to vanquish any worry heading your way. By applying the healing wisdom of our foremothers with their same understanding of plants, roots, teas, herbal cures, crystals and natural remedies, Cerridwen Greenleaf brings together the best of the old ways and the new. Spells for Peace of Mind is written with you in mind and includes dozens of inspired ideas for restoring serenity to your life. The easy practices and pagan prescriptions are the perfect antidote to the hurly-burly world of stress, anxiety, worry and constant bombardment of negative news. For anyone dealing with sleeplessness, bouts of the blues, angst and being over-busy, this book is the ideal combination of both mental and physical healing. These sacred self-care spells will take you from harried and hurried to contented and calm.

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Book SynopsisAn Art Therapy Card Deck of Emotional Support Animals to Make Every Day Easier"These cards are truly wonderful. I bought them for my child clients but the adults love them just as much. Amazing how much joy these cards continue to generate. Good quality, beautiful art and useful content." —Amazon Review#1 Best Seller in Mental Health, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Phobias, and Card GamesOracle card lovers and fans of Kate Allan and her colorful, inspirational illustrations will treasure this deck of self-love and daily affirmations cards. Kate draws from her own struggles with anxiety and depression to create soothing art therapy.Art therapy to brighten your day. Think of it as an inspirational card deck of emotional support animals to take with you anywhere (even places you might not be able to take a therapy dog)—an airplane, a trip to the dentist, first day at a new job or anytime you need a little boost of cheer and encouragement.Give the gift of uplifting quotes. This card deck of 50 cute doodles comes from the author of the bestselling You Can Do All Things. Each card of positive affirmations offers you a daily moment of joy to escape from the problems so many of us face in this hectic, modern world.Inside, you’ll find: Cute animal drawings to calm your mind Uplifting quotes to help you through bad days Words of wisdom and ways to find mindfulness Thera-pets: 64 Emotional Support Animal Cards is a great gift for anyone who loves How to Love Yourself Cards: A Deck of 64 Affirmations; Affirmators! 50 Affirmation Cards to Help You Help Yourself – without the Self-Helpy-Ness;You're Strong, Smart, and You Got This; or You Can Do All Things.

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Book SynopsisStand up to your OCD! The ACT Workbook for OCD combines evidence-based acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) with exposure and response prevention (ERP) for the most up-to-date, effective treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).If you're one of millions of people who suffer from OCD, you may experience obsessive, intrusive, or even disturbing thoughts. You may engage in compulsive or ritualistic behaviors, such as checking to make sure you've locked the front door, or endlessly washing your hands for fear of germs or contamination. And you may be tempted to give up if treatment just doesn't work for you.Whether you've just received a diagnosis, or have suffered for years, this workbook can help. Using the powerful and proven-effective treatments in this guide, you'll learn what type of OCD you suffer from (such as harm OCD), how to identify the underlying mechanisms of your OCD, move through triggering incidents while staying present and connected to your values, be more aware and flexible, tolerate uncertainty, and commit to behaviours that ultimately allow you to lead a full, rewarding life. Once you realise what really matters to you, you'll find the motivation needed to start on the path to psychological well-being.If you're ready to be courageous, take a risk, and stand up to your OCD symptoms, this workbook can help guide you, every step of the way.

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Book Synopsis A guide to our anxious minds; offering a route to calm, self-compassion and mental well-being. Far more than we tend to realise, we’re all – in private – deeply anxious. There is so much that worries us across our days and nights: whether our hopes will come true, whether others will like us, whether the people we care about will be OK, whether we can escape humiliation and grief... Anxiety is deeply normal and, like so much else that troubles our minds, it can be understood and brought under our control. We all deserve to wake up every day without a sense of foreboding. This is a guide to anxiety: why we feel it, how we experience it when it strikes and what we can do when we come under its influence. Across a series of essays that look at the subject from a number of angles, the tone is helpful, compassionate and in the best sense practical. We have suffered for too long under the rule of anxiety. Here – at last – is a pathway to a calmer, more compassionate and more light-hearted future.

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Book SynopsisThe bible for people who experience panic-attacks, this new edition, released in 2016, has been updated to include the latest research findings.Trade Review“Essential reading for all sufferers” Here’s Health. “A much needed book that will help many sufferers” Dr Caroline Shreeve. “Panic Attacks became my bible” The Sunday Times. “If you feel a sense of rising panic, just follow Christine Ingham’s advice.” Simon Mills

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Book SynopsisThe essential companion to the Sunday Times bestselling Jog On a funny, practical guide to managing your mental health through exercise.Bella Mackie isn't your average coach she's much swearier, and she's never going to give you a nutrition plan or join you on a marathon. But through her inspiring personal story and realistic approach she's already inspired thousands of men and women to manage their mental health through exercise. In this journal, Bella takes you on a journey from the sofa to the open road, helping you to:Gain a new awareness of mental health problems such as anxiety and depressionCope with side effects such as panic attacks and intrusive thoughtsLearn and memorise calming strategies such as breathing exercisesBuild a checklist of everything you need to start runningDevelop a regular running schedule, with realistic targetsUse exercise to gain confidence and manage mental health problemsPacked with insights from athletes and psychologists and step-by-step achievable Trade ReviewPraise for Jog On: ‘Bella’s brilliant love letter to running turns into an extraordinarily brave and frank account of her battle with anxiety. This is a compassionate and important book which presents running as a simple but effective antidote to an anxious world’ Joe Lycett ‘An insightful take on what it's like to experience, and confront one's mental health while joyfully celebrating the fact that just being an everyday runner can be enough to change your life. Warm, accessible and perfect for resetting a glum January mindset’ Alexandra Heminsley, author of Running Like a Girl ‘A heartfelt and joyous ode to the strange, wonderful pull of a pair of ugly trainers, tight fitting Polyester, the rainy, windy open road and the peace and clarity it brings. Anyone that runs will love this book’ Dermot O’Leary ‘I don’t know that I will ever become a runner but this book is an inspiring start to the year’ Nigella Lawson ‘My kind of role model’ Ben Fogle ‘A very relatable book’ Philippa Perry ‘Sport and exercise are important for both body and mind. Jog On is one person’s brutally honest and insightful account of how running had a positive impact on their mental health’ Jimmy Anderson ‘A brilliant, compassionate insight into both mental illness and exercise, Bella Mackie’s Jog On will act as a comfort – and a spur – to so many. It is kind, it is honest and it will make you finally pull on those trainers and get moving. It will also – and this is so important – help you to understand what those experiencing anxiety endure’ Lynn Enright ‘Timely and empathetic… an insightful take on what it’s like to experience, and confront one’s mental health… warm, accessible and perfect’ Grazia ‘A book of real hope and one that will truly inspire you’ Stylist

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Book SynopsisThis positive and insightful guide gives you the tools to build your resilience, embrace mistakes, and handle all of life's challenges.

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Book SynopsisA leading international expert in panic and anxiety disorders, psychologist R. Reid Wilson, Ph.D., offers a straightforward, and remarkably effective self-help program for overcoming panic and coping with anxious fears. Don’t Panic has established itself as the definitive book on learning how to overcome panic and anxiety. This revised and expanded third edition offers readers 50 pages of new material supported by the latest research in anxiety treatment. Updated topics include the use of medication, physical causes of panic-like symptoms, and panic associated with major health problems such as heart and lung disorders, as well as depression.With insight and compassion, Dr. Wilson shows you: how a panic attack happens a detailed five-step strategy for controlling the moment of panic how to master specific problem solving skills, breathing exercises, and focused thinking during anxiety provoking times

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Book SynopsisBlending memoir and blistering social observations, the author of The F*ck It Diet looks back at her desperate attempts to heal her hunger, anxiety, and imperfections through extreme diets, culty self-help methods, and melodramatic bargains with the universe.Trade Review“I laugh-cried all the way though this biting critique of self-help bullshit and manipulative power structures. Dooner has written something deeply of the moment and relatable as f*ck.” — Amanda Montell, author of Cultish and Wordslut “This book is what Caroline Dooner does best. . . . Hilarious, relatable, yet unflinchingly honest, Tired as F*ck is an empowering memoir every woman needs to read. As a therapist, I am increasingly concerned about the toll hustle culture is taking on our lives, and Caroline tackles this topic head-on while also guiding readers back to themselves. In a time when most memoirs shout ‘if I accomplished this, you can do it, too!,’ Tired as F*ck implores us to truly take care of ourselves and f*cking rest.” — Amanda White, author of Not Drinking Tonight “For anyone who is tired of sacrificing their sanity to fit into a smaller pair of jeans, Tired as F*ck highlights our complicated relationship with success, beauty, and health. When it comes to wellness trends, Caroline has tried it all. With the voice of a funny, honest, and relatable friend, she takes you on her journey to find acceptance by any means necessary. This book will force you to see just how wildly obsessed we’ve become with the quest for beauty, thinness, and pseudo ‘health’ that you just may decide to get off the roller coaster and rest, too.” — Whitney Goodman, LMFT, author of Toxic Positivity “Tired as F*ck takes the F*ck It Diet mindset and focuses it on the countless ways we must rebel against the ‘hustle and grind’ culture that leaves us exhausted and depleted. Dooner opens up about her own anxieties and trauma in a style that is somehow light and hopeful, inviting us all to consider how we’ve grown up and grown older in a world that asks us to prioritize progress and productivity over actual health and well-being. This book is the reminder we all need to redefine what health, happiness, and hustle mean in our everyday lives.” — Lexie Kite, PHD, coauthor of More Than a Body “Tired as F*ck is, quite frankly, relatable as f*ck. With her relatable stories and humorous writing, Caroline will make you feel seen, heard, and understood in an experience we all know too well: feeling constantly exhausted but not being able to pinpoint why. In a society that’s constantly burned out, this book will reenergize you—physically, spiritually, mentally, and emotionally.” — Mary Jelkovsky, author of The Gift of Self-Love “Caroline manages to weave her personal stories into the broader cultural narrative in a way that makes you simultaneously laugh, cringe, exhale, and feel less alone. Smart, funny, witty, and just in time, Tired as F*ck is exactly the kind of medicine we need right now.” — Laura Mckowen, bestselling author of We Are the Luckiest and founder of The Luckiest Club

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Book SynopsisDr David Burns is the author of five books including the bestselling Feeling Good and Feeling Good Together. He is an Adjunct Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Stanford University School of Medicine and has served as Visiting Scholar at Harvard Medical School. In February 2008 Dr Burns and Feeling Good were featured on the BBC's Imagine series (first episode).Trade ReviewAnother masterpiece from the author who helped millions help themselves * Henny Westra, PhD, associate professor and director of the York University Anxiety Research Clinic *...lays out exactly what readers need to do to feel better * Jacqueline B Persons, PhD, director of the San Francisco Bay Area Center for Cognitive Therapy *Few truly great books on psychotherapy have been published, and this is one of them * Albert Ellis, PhD, bestselling author of A Guide to Rational Living *

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Book SynopsisPatricia Furness-Smith is a psychologist and psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience. She has lectured in psychology, psychotherapy and psychopathology as well as teacher training for a number of institutions. Patricia has been a member of the Flying with Confidence team for over 10 years and worked as an air stewardess on her gap year. She lives in the Chilterns.Captain Steve Allright is a British Airways training captain on the Boeing 747. A professional pilot since 1990, he has clocked up over 11,000 flying hours. He has been part of the Flying with Confidence team for 20 years and is now a director of the company. He lives in Buckinghamshire.

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of Start Where You Are comes a vibrantly inspiring look at making peace with fear--to become our truest selvesOn the heels of her bestselling journal Start Where You Are, author and illustrator Meera Lee Patel takes us deeper into her artistic vision and emotional journey in this stunning new four-color book. A mix of personal reflections, inspirational quotes, questions for reflection, and breathtaking watercolor visuals, My Friend Fear asserts that having big fear is an opportunity to make big changes, to discover the remarkable potential inside ourselves.

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