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Overcoming Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Books on Prescription Title (Overcoming Books)

Overcoming Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Books on Prescription Title (Overcoming Books)

by David Veale (Author), David Veale (Author), Rob Willson (Author)

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    Paperback 2005

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    Paperback 2009

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Synopsis

A life-changing book for the thousands in the UK suffering from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in a mild to moderate form. Sufferers are plagued by a recurring thought or idea that won't go away (the obsession) then crippled by a form of behaviour (the compulsion) to try to cope with their fear. Common compulsions include hand washing, hoarding and checking. How to:- - Overcome depression and motivate yourself to change - Manage disturbing thoughts, images and urges - Face fears and avoid distressing situations - Reduce and overcome compulsions - How partners, relatives and friends can help

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 288
 Edition: 1st Edition Pbk
 Publisher: Robinson
Published: 24 Feb 2005
ISBN 10: 1841199362
ISBN 13: 9781841199368

Media Reviews
CBT is more effective as a treatment for OCD than medication, bringing a significant benefit in reduction of symptoms. Dr James Claiborn, US Obsessive-Compulsive Foundation CBT is more effective as a treatment for OCD than medication, bringing a significant benefit in reduction of symptoms.
Author Bio
David is the author of Overcoming Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Manage Your Mood, along with Rob Willson. He is a consultant psychiatrist in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy at the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust and the Priory Hospital, North London. He is an Honorary Senior Lecturer at the Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London. He is an accredited cognitive behaviour therapist and President of the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies 2006-8. He has about 50 publications to his name, accessible through his website www.veale.co.uk. He has been helping people with depression and anxiety disorders for more than 15 years. Rob is the author of Overcoming Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Manage Your Mood, along with David Veale. He is a cognitive behavioural therapist in private practice. He also works as a tutor at Goldsmiths College, University of London. He holds an honours degree in Psychology, an MSc in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy and a Postgraduate Diploma in Social and Behavioural Health Studies. He has been involved in treating people with depression and anxiety for the past twelve years.