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Included
in the following list are books specific to anxiety as well as depression. But also listed are very important books to help
the reader deal with other life issues that can accompany anxiety and depression. Some of these books are out of print or
are very difficult to find, but are available with the following links.
I advise anyone with an anxiety disorder begin by reading the two
theories of anxiety that I have summarized on this site:
Clark's Theory of Catastrophic Misinterpretation
I also advise reading part of my
dissertation posted on this site. Chapter One is a brief overview of
the prominent theories of anxiety and briefly explains the reasons for anxiety and panic. Chapter
Two expands on the causes of anxiety and panic.
Dissertation
Please note book descriptions below.
Most of these books are self-help, therefore are easy reading. Some are academic and may be more difficult.The following books
are listed by subject:
ANXIETY/DEPRESSION
Feeling Good Handbook ** 4 stars
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This and his other books have come to be my top rated books on anxiety and depression due to
the effectiveness of Dr. Burns approach. I have worked personally with Dr. Burns and am very impressed with his empathic and
very effective techniques. I believe his approach, like mine, that combines CBT and "Insight" into hidden emotions is the
key to true resolution of symptoms. These books are some of the most popular, and popularly recommended, books on a cognitive
approach to understanding and eliminating anxiety and depression.
Anxiety and Phobia Workbook
This book provides an overview of anxiety and explains the various anxiety disorders and discusses
various theories as to their causes and treatment.
Anxiety Disorders and Phobias
An academic book on cognitive therapy of anxiety disorders. May be somewhat difficult to read.
Cognitive Therapy and the Emotional Disorders
Another excellent, but very academic book, on cognitive therapy and anxiety & depressive disorders.
May be difficult to read.
PTSD
I Can't Get Over It
A very practical and informative self-help book to help reduce the impact
of PTSD symptoms.
OCD
Brain Lock
An excellent self-help book to better understand OCD, with practical and effective
techniques to control obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.
SOCIAL ANXIETY
The Shyness and Social Anxiety Workbook
An excellent resource to reduce or eliminate shyness and social
anxiety.
Shyness
An easy to read manual to help reduce shyness and social anxiety.
ADULT CHILDREN
Adult Children of Alcoholics
One of the best books on the subject. Helps the reader understand the anxiety, depression, self-image
and behavior problems that can result from growing up in a dysfunctional family. Guides the reader in their own recovery.
PARENTING
1-2-3 Magic
What I, and many other therapists, believe to be the single most important parenting guide on the
market.
POSITIVE THINKING
Learned Optimism
A book written for the pessimist in us all. Learn how to
think and live more positively.
GRIEF & LOSS
How to Survive the Loss of a Love
A very comforting, and highly recommended, book that helps the reader better cope with various
types of losses.
Widow to Widow
An excellent resource specifically for women dealing with the loss of their husband.
ASSERTIVENESS
When I Say No, I Feel Guilty
This is the best book I have read on assertiveness. It provides insight into the cause of non-assertiveness,
as well as offering very effective assertiveness techniques.
RELAXATION
The Relaxation Response
In addition to the fight or flight response, there is the relaxation response. This is regarded as
the single best book on learning basic self-relaxation techniques.
Beyond the Relaxation Response
The follow-up book to "Relaxation Response" with the additional strategy of
adding faith in a healing power to the stress combatting techniques of the first book.
RELATIONSHIPS
Intimate Strangers
A highly regarded book that provides unique insight into the inability for men and women to develop
a satisfying intimate relationship, as well as solutions.
This listing is a work in progress. I will be adding
more books, along with their links when possible, as I come upon books that deserve recommendation.
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