Reclaim Your Life from IBS: A Scientifically Proven Plan for Relief without Restrictive Diets
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| Rating | : | 4.97 (790 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 145491887X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 224 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-06-17 |
| Language | : | English |
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A definite read for IBS sufferers. Kindle Customer I haven't finished reading the book, but it helped me with some aspects of my IBS-D, especially the breathing exercises. It pushed me to speak with my supervisor more about my treatment (I have a great supervisor!) so we can work through my problems at work together. I agree with Dr. Hunt that telling the people you work and socialize with is super important in this process. I appreciated learning about the cognitive model and more about IBS.However, I found out with the help of my registered dietician than a lot of my issues are food, which Dr. Hunt downplays in her treatment program. I'm lucky in that I finally foun. Helpful Book Great advice. The author seems to really understand the struggles of living with IBS and anxiety. I particularly enjoyed the quizzes in the appendices - it made me realize that IBS has really taken a toll on my quality of life, so I am optimistic that the book will help my vicious cycle of IBS and anxiety!. "Very useful book, easy to understand and implement in life" according to Hos. I have read few other books to improve my IBS symptoms. Books containing new diet plans and meditation techniques are all very useful. But the insight into the real problem I gained after reading this book is extremely helpful to me.This book clearly explains how mental condition is related to the gut problems. I was always aware of this connection but the idea was not this clear to me. Living in a professional world full of deadlines and job duties, puts lots of pressure on human body and intestinal problems such as IBS are just one way the body is alarming about the mental issues. This book focuses on this aspect an
She is also a fellow and Diplomate of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy. Her primary interest is in the development and dissemination of empirically supported psychological treatments for chronic health problems, especially GI disorders. She has a number of scientific publications on the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in peer-reviewed academic journals, and has presented at numerous conferences (in psychology, nursing, and gastroenterology) both on her academic work and in the context of workshops for clinicians. Melissa lives in PA.. Her work on IBS has been featured by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) podcasts for consumers. She recently presented this materi
A revolutionary approach to handling today’s most prevalent gastrointestinal disorder. By contrast, this book addresses the emotional component of the disorder through new research based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Tested in a unique randomized controlled trial by the author—who is a clinical psychologist and scientist—this program, based on a solid scientific foundation, offers new hope for IBS sufferers hoping to reclaim their life.. It actually encourages people to change the way they think about the ailment and stop avoiding situations they fear might exacerbate their symptoms. IBS is often linked to stress, but the vast majority of treatments focus only on restrictive diets
Melissa G. Hunt, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist and serves as the Associate Director of Clinical Training in the Department of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, one of the top clinical science training programs in the country. She is also a fellow and Diplomate of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy. Her primary interest is in the development and dissemination of empirically supported psychological treatments for chronic health problems,