Coping with the Psychological Effects of Illness: Strategies to Manage Anxiety and Depression

Sudden, severe ill health comes as a shock and presents several challenges, most notably, loss of confidence. Suddenly people are afraid to take exercise, have sex or even go to the shops. Their entire self-image takes a battering, and this roller-coaster of uncertainty often leads to anxiety and depression. This book looks at the learning curve involved in sudden and chronic illness, and explores key ways to build psychological resilience during this time of challenge.

Author: Fran Smith
Publisher: SPCK Publishing
Published: 01/15/2015
Pages: 224
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.36lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.29d
ISBN13: 9781847093431
ISBN10: 1847093434
BISAC Categories:
- Medical | Diseases
- Health & Fitness | Healthy Living & Personal Hygiene

About the Author
Dr Fran Smith is a counselling psychologist with expertise in illness psychology. She is director of cardiac psychology at the Royal Free Hospital, London. Dr Carina Eriksen is a clinical psychologist with an extensive London practice. Professor Robert Bor is Lead Consultant Clinical Psychologist at the Royal Free Hospital, London.

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