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Stop Obsessing! by Edna B. Foa

Stop Obsessing!

How to Overcome Your Obsessions and Compulsions

Edna B. Foa, Reid Wilson

Random House Publishing Group · Print & ebook · July 31, 2001

Newly Revised and Updated!

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Who it’s for
Readers with OCD seeking self-help for obsessions and compulsions.
Themes
Obsessive-compulsive disorder, Managing obsessions and compulsions, Behavior therapy
Genres
Living with OCD, Anxiety & Phobias, CBT

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Newly Revised and Updated! Are you tormented by extremely distressing thoughts or persistent worries? Compelled to wash your hands repeatedly? Driven to repeat or check certain numbers, words, or actions? If you or someone you love suffers from these symptoms, you may be one of the millions of Americans who suffer from some form of obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD.

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Once considered almost untreatable, OCD is now known to be a highly treatable disorder using behavior therapy. In this newly revised edition of Stop Obsessing! Drs. Foa and Wilson, internationally renowned authorities on the treatment of anxiety disorders, share their scientifically based and clinically proven self-help program that has already allowed thousands of men and women with OCD to enjoy a life free from excessive worries and rituals. You will discover: • Step-by-step programs for both mild and severe cases of OCD • The most effective ways to help you let go of your obsessions and gain control over your compulsions • New charts and fill-in guides to track progress and make exercises easier • Questionnaires for self-evaluation and in-depth understanding of your symptoms • Expert guidance for finding the best professional help • The latest information about medications prescribed for OCD

Who it’s for

  • Readers with OCD seeking self-help for obsessions and compulsions.
  • People supporting someone with OCD who want guidance on treatment.

Where it sits

Living with OCD98%
CBT31%
Anxiety & Phobias28%

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Publisher categories

  • Compulsive Behavior
  • Practical Guides
  • Living with OCD
Authors
Edna B. Foa, Reid Wilson
Publisher
Random House Publishing Group
Published
July 31, 2001
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Obsessive-compulsive disorder · Managing obsessions and compulsions · Behavior therapy
Reading lane
Compulsive Behavior