by Margaret A . Caudill (Author)
Imagine finding a way to spend less time in doctors' offices, and to decrease the discomfort, depression, and anxiety associated with chronic pain. Managing Pain Before It Manages You offers just that--a program to help you reduce your pain and learn coping skills to get your life back. Developed over the author's many years of working with chronic pain sufferers, this program has been proven effective. Program participants report that they have been able to take control of their pain and cut their doctor visits by more than one third! Straightforward and compassionate, this hands-on guide provides detailed information plus step-by-step techniques, activities, and worksheets (perforated for easy removal and photocopying). Dr. Margaret Caudill helps you:
*Understand the causes of chronic pain
*Recognize what increases and decreases your pain symptoms
*Reduce your pain and emotional distress
*Learn effective problem solving
*Make informed decisions about medications and nutritional therapies
*Incorporate relaxation, meditation, and gentle exercise into your daily routine
*Communicate effectively about your pain
*Set realistic goals
New to the Third Edition
Thoroughly revised and updated, the third edition includes the latest information on medications and other clinically proven treatment strategies, expanded coverage of specific pain disorders, and a new appendix featuring Internet resources. Plus, readers can download free MP3 audio files of three of the guided relaxation exercises in the book (one hour total).
Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT) Self-Help Book of Merit
Format: Paperback
Pages: 272
Edition: 3
Publisher: Guilford Press
Published: 31 Dec 2008
ISBN 10: 1593859821
ISBN 13: 9781593859824
This book provides a unique insight into the holistic management of pain... is easy to read and Caudill presents information to the reader in a digestible manner, keeping them engaged throughout... it reminds us that taking a holistic approach to pain management can serve to improve a patient's quality of life significantly. - Shakil Alam, International Journal of Social Psychiatry, 2012
Dr. Caudill's book helped me deal with the debilitating pain that accompanied one stage of my cancer treatment. I found it easy to respond to the book's logical approach and actionable suggestions. Before long I had a set of tools that not only helped me manage my pain but also helped me manage other side effects I was experiencing. This is truly an empowering resource! - Brenda Isaacs, New Hampshire, USA
If there were a course called 'Living Your Life 101' for people with chronic pain, this wonderful guide would be the textbook. I can attest that the program in this book, over time, leads to a sense of peace, a deeper ability to cope, and the possibility of enjoying life again. - Ann S., New Hampshire, USA
This book continues to be the gold standard for the self-management of pain. It is informative, easy to read, and encouraging. An invaluable guide for anyone who wishes to take charge of his or her life despite persistent pain. - Dennis C. Turk, coauthor of The Pain Survival Guide
I have been sharing this book with my patients for years, and the feedback has been impressive. Patients - whether participating in a formal pain management program or using the book on their own - have found it a valuable resource. This book is also a great tool for pain medicine students. It illuminates how psychological aspects transform the pain experience, and how to help patients deal with pain more effectively and independently. I'm excited to see that the third edition incorporates many new developments in the field. - Myrdalis Diaz-Ramirez, Sarasota Memorial Healthcare, Florida, USA
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