Fear Is No Longer My Reality : How I Overcame Panic and Social Anxiety Disorder and You Can Too

by Blyth, Jamie

• ISBN13: 9780071447294
• ISBN10: 0071447296
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2004-12-14
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill

Summary

This is Jamie Blyth's powerful story behind the reality star's TV image--and a message of hope and healing for the 20 million Americans who suffer from social anxiety disorder. As one of the finalists on ABC-TV's reality dating show "The Bachelorette," Jamie Blyth risked his heart before millions, while going public with his personal struggle against social anxiety and panic disorder in hopes of helping those who continue to suffer in silence. Fear Is No Longer My Reality includes: Expert advice on understanding and handling anxiety disorders from leading authorities Information on the latest research-based behavior therapies Reviews of the new FDA-approved medications A step-by-step plan for managing anxiety Blyth's amazing transition from a life of fear to a life in the spotlight is explored through stories from his TV life, along with interviews from fellow "Bachelorette" stars Ryan Sutter, Trista Rehn, Charlie Maher, and Bob Guiney.

Author Biography

Jamie Blyth (Chicago, IL) gained nationwide attention as one of the final "Bachelorette" suitors. Blyth speaks for associations including the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill and has been a guest on "The Oprah Winfrey Show," "Good Morning America," and other national programs.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	ix
Introduction	xi
Emerging	1	(16)
Lunch Money	17	(8)
These Books Were Made for Cracking	25	(10)
Lightning Strikes	35	(20)
Can't Go Home Again	55	(18)
Getting into the Ring	73	(14)
The Runaway	87	(14)
On a Mission	101	(16)
Self-Talk	117	(12)
The Trial	129	(14)
Five Minutes Longer	143	(18)
Carpe Diem	161	(14)
Life on Film	175	(18)
Ever After	193	(16)
Resources	209	(4)
About the Contributors	213