Living Well with Asthma

by Freedman, Michael R.; Rosenberg, Samuel J.; Divino, Cynthia L.

• ISBN13: 9781572300514
• ISBN10: 1572300515
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1998-02-13
• Publisher: The Guilford Press

Summary

Meeting the needs of a growing clinical population, this reader-friendly, practical book offers a lifeline to asthma patients attempting to understand and cope with the psychological ramifications of their illness and its treatment. From embarrassment about the use of medications, to anxiety, body image problems, and problems in family functioning, the book is packed with real-life stories of commonly encountered problems and step-by-step strategies for solving them. Readers learn to:
*Identify and break free of faulty beliefs about asthma
*Cope with the emotional aftermath of diagnosis
*Collaborate with family members to solve asthma-related problems
*Manage occupational problems
*Maintain a healthy social life--and sex life
*Develop effective partnerships with doctors
*Locate relevant books, newsletters, websites, and organizations (listed in a handy appendix).

Author Biography

Michael R. Freedman, Ph.D., teaches clinical psychology at the University of Colorado in Boulder.

Table of Contents

Introduction

You Are Not Alone

"Asthma: It's Just a Breathing Problem, Right?"

But You May Feel Alone

"My Body Feels Out of Control!"

"Of Course I'm Upset; My Life Is Ruined!"

"I Use My Inhaler in the Bathroom."

"My Normal Lifestyle Isn't Over After All--I'm Stronger and Happier Than Ever!"

Family Adaptation to Asthma

The Flexible Family

A Healthy Sex Life with Asthma

How to Live with An Asthmatic Child

Living Well in the Wider World

Asthma on the Job

A Rich and Rewarding Social Life

"I Like My Doctor, But..."

Appendices (check with Rowena for other back matter)

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