セルフ・ヘルプ・ガイド（改訂版）<br>Authoritative Guide to Self-Help Resources in Mental Health （Revised）

セルフ・ヘルプ・ガイド（改訂版）
Authoritative Guide to Self-Help Resources in Mental Health （Revised）

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  • 製本 Paperback:紙装版/ペーパーバック版／ページ数 440 p.
  • 言語 ENG
  • 商品コード 9781572308398
  • DDC分類 362.20973

基本説明

The number of resources reviewed has increased by more than 60%, to over 1,000 self-help books, autogiographies, and popular films.

Full Description


Self-help materials have become a prime source of psychological advice for millions of Americans. While many self-help resources provide high-quality information and support, others may be misleading, inaccurate, or even harmful. This indispensable volume reveals which are the good ones, which are the bad ones, and why. Based on the results of 5 national studies involving over 2,500 mental health professionals, the book reviews and rates 600+ self-help books, autobiographies, and popular films.In addition, hundreds of helpful Internet sites are described and evaluated by a clinical psychologist, and valuable listings are provided of national and online support groups. The concluding chapter presents practical guidelines for selecting an effective self-help resource. Addressing 28 of the most prevalent clinical disorders and life challenges--from ADHD, Alzheimer's, and anxiety disorders, to marital problems and mood disorders, to weight management and women's issues--this timely book will be tremendously useful to consumers and professionals alike.

Contents

Introduction to Self-Help in Mental Health. Abuse. Addictive Disorders and Codependency. Adult Development and Aging. Anger. Anxiety Disorders. Assertiveness. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. Career Development. Child Development and Parenting. Communication and People Skills. Death and Grieving. Dementia/Alzheimer's. Divorce. Eating Disorders. Families and Stepfamilies. Love and Intimacy. Marriage. Men's Issues. Mood Disorders. Pregnancy. Schizophrenia. Self-Management and Self-Enhancement. Sexuality. Spiritual and Existential Concerns. Stress Management and Relaxation. Teenagers and Parenting. Weight Management. Women's Issues. Strategies for Selecting Self-Help Resources. Appendices. A. The Five National Studies. B. Ratings of Self-Help Books in the National Studies. C. Ratings of Autobiographies in the National Studies. D. Ratings of Movies in the National Studies.