[PDF] The Agoraphobia Workbook eBook

Author : C. Alec Pollard
Publisher : New Harbinger Publications
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 25,26 MB
Release : 2003-07-10
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 1608828018

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Being agoraphobic can take many forms, and most people with agoraphobia are not complete shut-ins. Instead, they may have trouble walking outside alone for fear of feeling dizzy and falling down, or be afraid of driving on the freeway because they might faint, or avoid public venues for fear of losing physical or emotional control in a crowded place. Whatever form agoraphobia takes, it is a highly treatable and surprisingly common anxiety disorder. The Agoraphobia Workbook can help you or someone you love overcome agoraphobia in any of its forms. The book offers clear information about how the disorder develops and a practical, step-by-step treatment strategy you can use to control specific fears and symptoms. In an interactive, easy-to-follow style, the workbook takes you through exposure and desensitization exercises. By taking it step-by-step, you can work up to formerly difficult tasks like walking outside, driving, taking public transportation, and going to stores and malls. The book also includes tips on avoiding relapses, managing setbacks, and finding help and support.

Author : Edmund J. Bourne
Publisher : New Harbinger Publications
Page : 514 pages
File Size : 34,70 MB
Release : 2020-05-01
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 1684034841

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Celebrating 30 years as a classic in its field and recommended by therapists worldwide, The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook is an unparalleled, essential resource for people struggling with anxiety and phobias. Living with anxiety, panic disorders, or phobias can make you feel like you aren’t in control of your life. Tackle the fears that hold you back with this go-to guide. Packed with the most effective skills for assessing and treating anxiety, this evidence-based workbook contains the latest clinical research. You’ll find an arsenal of tools for quieting worry, ending negative self-talk, and taking charge of your anxious thoughts, including: Relaxation and breathing techniques New research on exposure therapy for phobias Lifestyle, exercise, mindfulness and nutrition tips Written by a leading expert in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), this fully revised and updated seventh edition offers powerful, step-by-step treatment strategies for panic disorders, agoraphobia, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), worry, and fear. You will also find new information on relapse prevention after successful treatment, and updates on medication, cannabis derivatives, ketamine, exposure, nutrition, spirituality, the latest research in neurobiology, and more. Whether you suffer from anxiety and phobias yourself, or are a professional working with this population, this book provides the latest treatment solutions for overcoming the fears that stand in the way of living a meaningful and happy life. This workbook can be used on its own or in conjunction with therapy.

Author : Hal Mathew
Publisher : Mango Media
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 44,75 MB
Release : 2014-10-01
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 1609259653

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“A highly structured hour-by-hour plan for each day . . . delivers assurance to those suffering from panic attacks and agoraphobia.”—Library Journal The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that nearly 1.5% of the population of the United States suffers from agoraphobia at some point in their lifetime. That’s 4.5 million people. You are not alone. No matter how alone you may feel, you are not alone. Former journalist, social worker, and amateur actor Hal Mathew knows exactly what it’s like “to fear fear,” which is how he describes the dread feeling that kept him from leaving home (or at least leaving sober and at ease) for nearly 30 years. Then, slowly but with grit and determination, he began to piece together a plan for overcoming his phobias and resuming a regular life. And it worked. And then he started teaching other people how to do it. Now he has written this book to share his self-care plan with you. Hal will guide you through writing practices, visualization techniques, even cooking and eating routines to help you feel anchored and safe and ready to take your first trips out of the house. He’ll answer your questions, offer general survival tips, and even includes a special chapter for your spouses and loved ones. The good news is that recent neuroscience research shows us that the brain is retrainable—at any age. You can stop feeling like this. You will stop feeling like this. With Hal’s help, you will be able to retrain your body and brain so you can take your life back. Totally and forever.

Author : Blaise Dismer
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 89 pages
File Size : 16,46 MB
Release : 2011-11-28
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1462039480

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Blaise Dismer sits in his apartment in Denver, afraid to leave. He suffers from a fear-based disorder called agoraphobia. But years after suffering his first panic attack on his twenty-first birthday, he doesnt know exactly whats wrong. All he knows is the fear of embarrassment looms, and home is where he must stay. In this autobiographical account, Blaise explains how the nightmarish disorder affected his life, how he was finally diagnosed and how he overcame the disorder to live a productive live. As you read his inspirational story, you will learn how he relied on cognitive behavior therapy, medication, and other tools to help fight agoraphobia and how he found the courage to slough off shame and the fear of embarrassment. He describes how he deals with an anxiety disorder on a daily basis and how the disorder has affected his friends and family. Regardless of whether you suffer from anxiety disorder yourself, or whether you have a loved one waging a similar battle, youll find hope and practical guidance in this autobiography. Break out of your prison and overcome your fears with Homebound No More. Blaises story epitomizes the bright externally successful, sensitive people that I generally see in my office. They live like duckscalm on the outside and peddling like hell underneath. Rex Briggs, MSW, author of Transforming Anxiety, Transcending Shame

Author : David Carbonell
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 41,80 MB
Release : 2022-03-29
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 1646043359

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Master your anxiety and regain your freedom to drive, travel, and do everything else that panic has taken from you, with proven techniques and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) exercises. Panic attacks trick millions of people into fearing disaster and giving up so many of the activities they used to enjoy without fear. This practical workbook full of proven strategies and helpful advice on how to master your anxiety and panic is here to help you reclaim your life. Author and clinical psychologist David Carbonell, PhD, uses his extensive clinical experience to help you understand the true nature of your panic attacks, including the vicious cycle of habitual responses that lead to debilitating attacks, how you can halt this self-destructive process, and the many ways you can start on a step-by-step journey that promotes recovery. Inside you’ll find helpful methods from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) that will help you regain the life you want to live, including: Diaphragmatic breathing Progressive exposure Desensitization Mindfulness meditation Keeping a panic diary Quieting the voice of anticipatory worry Stepping out of the struggle with panic And much more! Now you can regain all of the freedoms you enjoyed before panic invaded your life with the research-backed charts, worksheets, and programs featured in Panic Attacks Workbook.

Author : Diane Mengali
Publisher :
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 35,94 MB
Release : 2017-11-20
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780999647103

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a memoir of living with agoraphobia and panic disorder

Author : Yoshinzen Anxiety Workbooks
Publisher :
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 34,99 MB
Release : 2019-11-07
Category :
ISBN : 9781706295662

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Agoraphobia patients suffer from sudden attacks of anxiety. The patient feels intense fear and anxiety of any place or situation where escape might be difficult. When the patient is alone, he might fear that he would feel dizzy and fall down. He might also be afraid that he would lose control in a public place and vomit, faint, etc. There would be overwhelming fear and anxiety that can last for a short while. He or she would break out in cold sweat or his heart would pound like crazy. He might have difficulty breathing and your mind is in a blank. There are many other panic attack symptoms as well. The agoraphobia workbook aims to help panic attack patients to track those symptoms and record down specific details during which the attack occurred. Also journal down panic thoughts and why the panic thoughts matter so much to the individual. Try to find alternative ways to think about the situation to dissipate your fear. Also, the patient can bring this workbook diary to his/her doctor or councilor so that they have a much better idea of what you have been through. This agoraphobia workbook consists of 100 pages of panic attack diary sheets which: Specific Details of Panic Attacks: Date, Time, Location/Situation/Activity, Severity of Panic Attacks Panic Thoughts - Journal down your thoughts during the attacks Fears / Beliefs - Log down why you think the panic thoughts matter so much to you and why you are so scared of them. Other Balanced Ways To Think About The Situation - Write down if you feel that the situation can be explained in another way, to make it not so serious after all. Safety Behaviors/Avoidance Actions - Write down any behavior that you used to help you "escape" the situation. What Has Helped Before And What Can Help Now - Write down any patterns that you see has helped you before and what is helping now Every 10 days, there would be a Progress Report to keep track of behavioral changes and see what else can be improved. Get this Agoraphobia Workbook Diary - Guided Journal Symptom Tracker & Dealing With Anxiety And Panic Disorder now!

Author : Edmund J. Bournes
Publisher : ReadHowYouWant.com
Page : 542 pages
File Size : 33,70 MB
Release : 2009-08
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 1458720365

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Research conducted by the National Institute of Mental Health has shown that anxiety disorders are the number one mental health problem among American women and are second only to alcohol and drug abuse among men. Approximately 15 percent of the population of the United States, or nearly 40 million people, have suffered from panic attacks, phobias, or other anxiety disorders in the past year. Nearly a quarter of the adult population will suffer from an anxiety disorder at some time during their life. Yet only a small proportion of these people receive treatment..... It is quite possible to overcome your problem with panic, phobias, or anxiety on your own through the use of the strategies and exercises presented in this workbook. Yet it is equally valuable and appropriate, if you feel so inclined, to use this book as an adjunct to working with a therapist or group treatment program. This edition is in two volumes. The second volume ISBN is 9781458720733.

Author : David H. Barlow
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 50,8 MB
Release : 2022
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0197584098

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"Do you have rushes of fear that make you think that you are sick, dying, or losing your mind? When these panicky feelings happen, does it feel as if your heart is going to burst out of your chest or as if you cannot get enough air? Or maybe you feel dizzy, faint, trembly, sweaty, short of breath, or just scared to death. Do the feelings sometimes come from "out of the blue," when you least expect them? Are you worried about when these feelings will happen again? Do these feelings interfere with your normal daily routine or prevent you from doing things that you would normally do?"--