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The OCD Workbook: Your Guide to Breaking Free from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Bruce M. Hyman Ph.d., Cherry Pedrick R.n.

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder is characterized by the presence of recurrent, intrusive thoughts, impulses, or images (obsessions) or repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions).

Symptoms include fear of contamination; excessive hand-washing; persistent, exaggerated thoughts of imaginary danger; and compulsive checking and counting rituals.

Such symptoms can become so time-consuming and debilitating that they may have devastating consequences.

Research has established that a combination of medication and cognitive-behavioral therapy is the optimal treatment for OCD. Bruce Hyman and Cherry Pedrick have created an intensive, self- directed program that teaches a person with OCD how to block or postpone rituals, reduce fears, and change unhealthy thought patterns.

Included are self-assessments, ways to enlist the help of family and friends, and approaches to overcoming specific disorders.

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About the Author

Bruce M. Hyman, Ph.D., LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker who has been studying and treating anxiety disorders since 1975.

He holds masters and doctoral degrees from Florida State University and obtained specialized training in the behavioral treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder at the Medical College of Pennsylvania Anxiety Disorders Clinic under Drs. Edna Foa and Blanche Freund.Cherry Pedrick, RN, is a freelance writer with over twenty year’s experience as a nurse who is dedicated to helping people make positive changes in their physical, mental and spiritual lives.

In 1994 she was diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder, which began an intensive search for knowledge, effective treatment, and management of OCD. She has coauthored many books for people with obsessive-compulsive spectrum disorders, including the first edition of The OCD Workbook, The Habit Control Workbook, The BDD Workbook, and Helping Your Child with OCD. She lives in North Las Vegas, NV.--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Editorials

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The OCD Workbook: Your Guide to Breaking Free from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Bruce M. Hyman Ph.d., Cherry Pedrick R.n.
 Book Description
Obsessive-compulsive disorder is characterized by the presence of recurrent, intrusive thoughts, impulses, or images (obsessions) or repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions). Symptoms include fear of contamination;... read full editorial
 From the Publisher
This major revision of a best-selling classic offers the latest information about the neurobiological causes of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), new developments in medication and other treatment options... read full editorial




Customer Reviews

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The OCD Workbook: Your Guide to Breaking Free from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Bruce M. Hyman Ph.d., Cherry Pedrick R.n.
 Very valuable self help resource
(Manchester, NH USA) July 16, 2000 - 5.0/5 stars
I am one of the people who wrote a review that is quoted on the back of the book. You can't see that till you buy it so I thought I would write something here as well. What Hyman and Pedrick have done is write a very... read full review
 An excellent tool in understanding OCD
(Los Angeles, CA United States) June 21, 2003 - 5.0/5 stars
This book is wonderful. An excellent resource for people whom suffer from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and their friends, family, and caregivers! This workbook serves the individual best while under the direct care... read full review
 Invaluable resource
(Atlanta, GA) February 8, 2005 - 5.0/5 stars
As a clinical psychologist who treats patients with OCD, I frequently use the OCD Workbook. This is a very practical and helpful resource for anyone suffering from OCD. The authors offer specific techniques based upon... read full review




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