Stop Obsessing by Wilson

Stop Obsessing by Wilson

Newly Revised and Updated

Are you tormented by extremely distressing thoughts or persistent worries?

Compelled to wash your hands repeatedly?

Driven to repeat or check certain numbers, words, or actions?

If you or someone you love suffers from these symptoms, you may be one of the millions of Americans who suffer from some form of obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD.

Once considered almost untreatable, OCD is now known to be a highly treatable disorder using behavior therapy. In this newly revised edition of Stop Obsessing Drs. Foa and Wilson, internationally renowned authorities on the treatment of anxiety disorders, share their scientifically based and clinically proven self-help program that has already allowed thousands of men and women with OCD to enjoy a life free from excessive worries and rituals.

You will discover:
- Step-by-step programs for both mild and severe cases of OCD
- The most effective ways to help you let go of your obsessions and gain control over your compulsions
- New charts and fill-in guides to track progress and make exercises easier
- Questionnaires for self-evaluation and in-depth understanding of your symptoms
- Expert guidance for finding the best professional help
- The latest information about medications prescribed for OCD

Edna B. Foa, PhD, Director of the Center for the Management and Research of Anxiety at Allegheny University of the Health Sciences, is an internationally recognized expert on the psychology and treatment of anxiety. Her work on etiological frameworks and targeted treatment has had a significant impact, and she is now one of the foremost authorities in the field of posttraumatic stress disorder. Her rape victim program is widely regarded as the most effective treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder. She has over 200 articles and book chapters to her credit, has lectured extensively across the world, and served as chair of the DSM-IV's PTSD study group. Dr. Foa has received various awards and distinctions, including the American Psychological Society's Scientific Section's Exceptional Scientist Award, the Association for the Advancement of Behavior Therapy's First Annual Outstanding Research Contribution Award, and the American Psychological Association's Award for Distinguished Scientific Contributions to Clinical Psychol.

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ISBN 13	9780553353501
ISBN 10	0553353500
Title	Stop Obsessing
Author	Wilson
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group Inc
Year published	1991-08-01
Number of pages	247
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.