The Mindfulness Workbook for OCD: A Guide to Overcoming Obsessions and Compulsions Using Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (New Harbinger Self-Help Workbooks)
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| Rating | : | 4.60 (924 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1608828786 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 232 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-07-27 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
"Brilliant" according to Mee Rhorer. Mindfulness is the concept grounded in the idea that you can observe what your mind is doing and decide for yourself how involved you want to be in the process. This book is easy to understand and packed with new information. The mindfulness approach, CBT/ERP combined with some practical tools, brings you comfort and solid readiness to start your recovery journey. It is just the r. "Highly beneficial synthesis of mindfulness, cognitive therapy and exposure" according to Robin Kirk. The authors write from a perspective of warmth, humanity and respect for the reader which is apparent throughout the book. The encouraging and reflective comments peppering the book make one feel that a trusted guide is sitting nearby and that the journey is not being taken alone. They do a masterful job of describing cognitive distortions in the particular ways they might appear . Wonderful book for OCD This book has helped me a lot. For years I've suffered with OCD and this book has brought me a lot of solace. Through this book, I feel like I finally understand my disorder. The information here has changed how I think of the world, others, and myself. For people with OCD, this book is really helpful and comforting.
The authors have succeeded in providing a practical roadmap for people struggling with OCD to incorporate mindfulness into their CBT treatment. For many, this will be the addition that makes all the difference.” Diane Davey, RN, MBA, program director, OCD Institute
Despite the fact that OCD can have a devastating impact on a person’s life, getting real help can be a challenge. You may even feel like a prisoner, trapped with your intrusive thoughts. You should know that mindfulness-based approaches have been proven-effective in treating OCD and anxiety disorders. Combining mindfulness practices with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), The Mindfulness Workbook for OCD offers practical and accessible tools for managing the unwanted thoughts and compulsive urges that are associated with OCD. If you have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), you might have an irrational fear of being contaminated by germs, or obsessively double-check things. They involve developing an awareness and acceptance of the unwanted thoughts, feelings, and urges that are at the heart of OCD. If you have tried medications without success, it might be time to explore further treatment options. With this workbook, you will develop present-moment awareness, learn to challenge your own distorted thinking, and stop treating thoughts as threats and feelings as facts.