Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder For Dummies by Charles H. Elliott (PDF)

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Arguably one of the most complex emotional disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is surprisingly common. Furthermore, most people at some time in their lives exhibit a smattering of OCD-like symptoms. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder For Dummies sorts out the otherwise curious and confusing world of obsessive compulsive disorder. Engaging and comprehensive, it explains the causes of OCD and describes the rainbow of OCD symptoms. The book shows readers whether OCD symptoms represent normal and trivial concerns (for example, a neat freak) or something that should be checked out by a mental health professional (for example, needing to wash hands so often that they become raw and red). In easy to understand steps, the authors lay out the latest treatments that have been proven to work for this disorder, and provide practical and real tools for living well long-term. Whether you or someone you care about has this disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder For Dummies gives you an empathic understanding of this fascinating yet treatable mental disorder.

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Editorial Reviews: From the Inside Flap Understand OCD, get the help you need, and start feeling betterAre you — or is someone you love — struggling with OCD? This reassuring, comprehensive guide explains this disorder in clear language, providing the latest information on treatment to help you in the journey from diagnosis to recovery. You’ll find the motivation you need to change, tips for handling day-to-day life, and the best ways to offer support to loved ones.Learn the ins and outs of OCD — its causes, various forms, symptoms, and the major approaches to treatmentImprove your way of thinking — connect the dots between triggers, thoughts, and feelings, and dismantle OCD beliefsUndo OCD behavior — identify your fears, open yourself to change, delay or alter rituals, and handle setbacksEvaluate medications — discover the pros and cons, explore the options, and know when to combine, decrease, or stop medicationsManage the OCD mind — accept negative thoughts and feelings and connect with the here and nowTarget specific symptoms — from doubting and checking to symmetry and counting to shame and superstitious thinking, apply techniques for overcoming various types of OCDAssist others with OCD — recognize symptoms in children and find professional help, support family and friends, and reinforce the right thingsOpen the book and find:Plain-English explanations of the disorder and its symptomsThe difference between obsessions and compulsionsWays to change OCD thinking and behaviorHow to choose the right mental-health professionalThe latest scientifically based research on treatmentTools to help track progressThe warning signs of relapse and how to handle itTips on treating OCD-related disorders From the Back Cover Understand OCD, get the help you need, and start feeling betterAre you — or is someone you love — struggling with OCD? This reassuring, comprehensive guide explains this disorder in clear language, providing the latest information on treatment to help you in the journey from diagnosis to recovery. You’ll find the motivation you need to change, tips for handling day-to-day life, and the best ways to offer support to loved ones.Learn the ins and outs of OCD — its causes, various forms, symptoms, and the major approaches to treatmentImprove your way of thinking — connect the dots between triggers, thoughts, and feelings, and dismantle OCD beliefsUndo OCD behavior — identify your fears, open yourself to change, delay or alter rituals, and handle setbacksEvaluate medications — discover the pros and cons, explore the options, and know when to combine, decrease, or stop medicationsManage the OCD mind — accept negative thoughts and feelings and connect with the here and nowTarget specific symptoms — from doubting and checking to symmetry and counting to shame and superstitious thinking, apply techniques for overcoming various types of OCDAssist others with OCD — recognize symptoms in children and find professional help, support family and friends, and reinforce the right thingsOpen the book and find:Plain-English explanations of the disorder and its symptomsThe difference between obsessions and compulsionsWays to change OCD thinking and behaviorHow to choose the right mental-health professionalThe latest scientifically based research on treatmentTools to help track progressThe warning signs of relapse and how to handle itTips on treating OCD-related disorders About the Author Charles H. Elliott, Ph.D. (Corrales, New Mexico) is a clinical psychologist and a Founding Fellow in the Academy of Cognitive Therapy. He is also a member of the faculty at Fielding Graduate University. He specializes in the treatment of adolescents and adults with obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety, anger, depression, and personality disorders. He presents nationally and internationally on new developments in the assessment and therapy of emotional disorders.Laura L. Smith, Ph.D. (Corrales, New Mexico) is a clinical psychologist who specializes in the assessment and treatment of adults and children with obsessive compulsive disorder, as well as personality disorders, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and learning disorders. She is often asked to provide consultations to attorneys, school districts, and governmental agencies. She presents workshops on cognitive therapy and mental health issues to national and international audiences. Read more

Reviews from Amazon users which were colected at the time this book was published on the website:

⭐This is an excellent, logical, well-written and encyclopedic discussion of OCD. Any family member, a friend or a victim of OCD should find this book has a sympathetic and friendly tone, Although the authors are knowledgeable, they avoid being pompous, scary or preachy. Many with OCD don’t realize the un-invited thoughts in their minds and the compulsive behaviors they have doing…might be eliminated and remove a lot of trauma and wasted time from their lives. Because of their OCD, victims may have encountered rude, mean people who treated them like they were crazy. Those bad experiences from having OCD for several years sometimes makes victims wary of psychiatrists and psychologists. If you suspect that you have OCD, this is a good first book for you to curl up with in private… and start thinking about how you think. For most people, OCD can be cured, and the former victim can become much happier. If you still need help, ask your family doctor to refer you to an OCD specialist. They really can help..

⭐I was recently diagnosed with OCD, and desperately wanted something to learn more about it. A I don’t have any of the typical outward symptoms. This is a great book for that! I didn’t want a workbook, I wanted something that would tell me about it, everything, not simply one person’s experience. I’m only a few pages in and it’s already helped me understand OCD better.

⭐I bought this book hoping to help my ex husband understand what goes on in my head. Needless to say, he never even cracked it open. But I read it and made my own notes. Be prepared for cold hard truth and facts galore.

⭐Great book. I purchased this book after being diagnosed with OCD and learned a lot. It is well written and very informative. I recommend it for thosw diagnosed with OCD and for professionals. I’ve seen many therapists who didn’t recognize my OCD as OCD I wish more therapists and doctors would read this!

⭐I purchased this book for a family member who wasn’t sure how to relate to my OCD or really what it was. She thought I just needed to keep a clean home. This book provided extensive information regarding the disorder in a manner that was easy to read and understand. I recommend this to anyone that is looking for clear information regarding obsessive compulsive disorder.

⭐Interesting

⭐Bought this for my wife she said it was helpful

⭐Very good information. Easy to understand

⭐We got this book as one of our close friends struggles with this condition. It is very helpful being able to understand what ocd is and how it effects people. We found it very helpful.

⭐It gives a very good explanation on what OCD is and how to coop with it as a person who struggles with it and for the people around a person with OCD.

⭐Good book helped me understand a family members illness

⭐Very helpful

⭐Easy to read, can dip in and out of it

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