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Read Yourself Well
Many of us today have difficulties in coping with the problems we find in our
lives. We may feel angry, stressed or experience depression. Read Yourself Well
is a collection of self-help books, which can help us to deal with these health
problems. The titles chosen have been recommended by health professionals and
are designed to give practical information and advice.
Self-help books can be very effective when read on their own, or when used with
prescribed medication, counselling or therapy. They can also encourage selfawareness and understanding of health issues.
These books have been chosen for their practical information, advice and selfhelp approach. The aim is for people to develop strategies for coping and for
improving their health and well-being.
Copies of all these titles can be found in the Surrey libraries listed on the back
of this booklet. The books can be borrowed for either 3 or 6 weeks, and if a
particular title is not available, then it can be requested for you on payment of a
small reservation fee. As well as the titles listed here, Surrey libraries hold a vast
range of books and information DVDs on health and well-being topics.
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Anger
Beating Anger by Mike Fisher
This simple and practical book helps readers recognise the key triggers of anger
and gives tools to help with anger management.
Overcoming Anger and Irritability
by William Davies
This self-help manual explains why bouts of irritability occur and what can
be done to overcome them using cognitive behavioural therapy.
The Anger Control Workbook
by Matthew McKay & Peter Rogers
Using a new model of anger control, this book uses a
simplified approach to give readers the tools needed
to control their anger.
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Anxiety
Overcoming Anxiety by Helen Kennerley
A step by step guide to overcoming all types of fear
and anxiety, helping readers to achieve confidence
and self control.
How to Stop Worrying by Dr Frank Tallis
The author explains how stress and anxiety can be
avoided, if you know how to identify and control them.
Stop Worrying about your Health! by George D Zgourides
This self-help guide, aimed at people concerned about their health, offers simple
strategies to help deal with illness obsession.
Overcoming Social Anxiety & Shyness
by Gillian Butler
Using real-life examples, the author has designed an easy
to follow course to help sufferers with all levels
of social anxiety.
The Feeling Good Handbook by David D Burns
This book aims to unleash your potential for success
by helping you free yourself from fears, phobias and
panic attacks and to overcome self-defeating attitudes.
Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers
This book aims to give readers the tools to help deal with any situation, and to
live their life the way they want.
Living with Fear by Isaac M Marks
Using case studies to emphasise its points, this book gives practical advice to
sufferers of panic attacks or phobias.
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Depression
Is He Depressed or What? by David B Wexler
Highlighting some of the ways in which men express depression, the author
suggests strategies for dealing with these behaviour patterns.
Overcoming Depression by Paul Gilbert
Using step by step suggestions, examples and practical
ideas, this book provides a guide for sufferers of depression
and also their friends and family.
Mind Over Mood
by Dennis Greenberger & Christine A Padesky
Using cognitive behavioural therapy techniques,
readers are taught how to understand and improve
their moods, alter their behaviour and
enhance their relationships.
Overcoming Mood Swings by Jan Scott
Using a self-help programme, this book covers
self-monitoring, self-regulation and medication
management for those who suffer emotional extremes.
Winter Blues by Norman E Rosenthal
This no-nonsense book explains what causes seasonal
mood swings, and covers a variety of methods to help
you deal with them.
Sunbathing in the Rain
by Gwyneth Lewis
Using her own experience, the author discusses her journey through depression, providing practical hints alongside her personal commentary.
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Eating Disorders
Anorexia Nervosa: a survival guide for families, friends
and sufferers by Janet Treasure
With separate sections for sufferers, carers and professionals, this books attempts
to answer some of the questions relating to the disorder.
Overcoming Anorexia Nervosa
by Christopher Freeman
This self-help recovery programme examines the nature of
anorexia nervosa, its effects and treatment
using cognitive therapy techniques.
Overcoming Bulimia
Nervosa and Binge-Eating
by Peter J Cooper
The books offers guidance to sufferers,
friends and family alike on the nature of the illness,
dysfunctional eating habits and the psychological
and social problems they cause.
Getting Better Bit(e) by Bit(e)
by Ulrike Schmidt & Janet Treasure
This book encourages sufferers to tackle their eating difficulties
in their own home by focussing on the key behaviour changes required
for the sufferer to achieve a happier and more fulfilled life.
Overcoming Body Image Problems Including Body
Dysmorphic Disorder
by David Veale, Rob Willson and Alex Clarke
Using cognitive behavioural therapy this book aims to
help users tackle their body image problems.
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Hormone Replacement
Therapy (HRT) and the
Menopause
HRT: everything you need to know
by Tara Parker-Pope
Aimed at women, asking whether the risks of hormone replacement therapy
outweigh the benefits, this book looks beyond the media hype to examine
the evidence both for and against HRT.
Menopause
by Dr Heather Currie
160 questions from real women are answered in this down to earth guide
including advice on sex, diet and alternative therapies, as well as dispelling the
scare stories surrounding hormone replacement therapy.
Understanding Menopause
by Karen Ballard
Including first-person accounts by women of their psychological and sociological
menopausal experiences, this guide aims to provide clear, unbiased information
on all aspects of the menopause.
Your Menopause
by Janet Wright
Offering advice on how to cope with symptoms as well as how to prevent them,
the author steers a clear and steady path through
the maze of conflicting information.
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Obsessions and
Compulsions
Overcoming Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
by David Veale and Rob Willson
Learn how to break free from a destructive cycle of
obsessive behaviour, using cognitive behavioural therapy.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
by Professor Frederick Toates
and Dr Olga Coschug-Toates
Using personal experiences, the authors aim to
discover ways a sufferer of OCD can control the disorder.
Understanding Obsessions & Compulsions by Dr Frank Tallis
This book offers a range of advice and techniques useful in dealing
with a variety of obsession problems.
The OCD Workbook by Bruce M Hyman & Cherry Pedrick
Covering new findings on the causes of OCD, this book provides
information on treatments for the disorder
and suggests coping strategies.
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Pain
Coping Successfully with Pain
by Neville Shone
Written by someone with real experience of chronic pain, this book describes the
techniques used to build strength, recover mobility and control the pain.
Overcoming Chronic Pain
by Frances Cole, Helen Macdonald, Catherine Carus &
Hazel Howden-Leach
An explanation of pain, its causes and impact is
followed by a self-help guide to dealing with pain and
its consequences, so that it does not dominate your life.
Pain Explained
by Richard Gamlin & Tim Lovel
This book covers the different types of pain, describing
the pain to your doctor, how pain is investigated and the pros and
cons of treatment options.
Fibromyalgia & Muscle Pain
by Leon Chaitow
Chronic muscle pain and fatigue syndromes are complex
illnesses and this book aims to supplement conventional
treatments, using various self-help techniques.
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Panic Attacks
Overcoming Panic and Agoraphobia
by Derrick Silove & Vijaya Manicavasagar
Using a six step recovery programme, this book aims to
provide the skills needed to help prevent panic attacks
and associated agoraphobia.
When Panic Attacks
by Dr Áine Tubridy
The author attempts to explain the reasons behind
panic attacks, how they can affect you, and also gives
readers a variety of skills to help deal with them.
Understanding Panic Attacks and Overcoming Fear
by Dr Roger Baker
This practical book aims to help the reader understand panic, and gives a
self-help programme to deal with panic attacks.
Panic Attacks by Christine Ingham
Having explained what panic attacks are and why
they happen, the author reassures readers and
suggests positive future steps.
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Pre-Menstrual Tension
Menstrual & Pre-Menstrual Tension by Jan de Vries
The author emphasises a holistic approach to the symptoms of menstrual and
pre-menstrual tension, including a low-stress diet and natural remedies with
vitamin, mineral and trace-element therapy.
Overcoming PMS the Natural Way
by Marilyn Glenville
Dr Glenville uses a new and radical approach to naturally
gain relief from all symptoms of PMS.
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Sleep
Sleep by Dr Chris Idzikowski
After dealing with basic information on the sleep cycle, what
happens when we sleep and the effect sleep has on our
health, this book then looks at common sleep disorders
and how they can be solved.
No More Sleepless Nights
by Peter Hauri & Shirley Linde
Readers are taken through a step by step process
of understanding the roots of their insomnia before
finding personalised solutions.
Overcoming Insomnia and Sleep Problems
by Colin A Espie
Using cognitive behavioural techniques, this manual teaches
how to develop good pre-bedtime routines, how to deal
with a racing mind and how to relax.
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Stress
The Relaxation & Stress Reduction Workbook
by Martha Davis, Elizabeth Robbins Eshelman & Matthew McKay
Using simple, straightforward advice, this book aims to help you find a relaxation
programme that suits you.
Overcoming Traumatic Stress
by Claudia Herbert and Ann Wetmore
Covering common traumatic stress responses, this book
uses practical advice and tested exercises to find ways to
deal with and eventually overcome traumatic stress.
Managing Stress
by Terry Looker & Olga Gregson
Covering all sources of stress, this book uses the
latest techniques to help readers feel both
mentally and physically healthy.
Relaxation by Dr Sarah Brewer
A practical and inspiring book giving 12 step by step exercises to provide
immediate stress relief.
It’s My Life Now by Meg Kennedy Dugan & Roger R Hock
This book provides the reader with practical guidance and emotional support to
allow readers to heal and take control of their lives.
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Joining a library in Surrey
To join Surrey libraries, just take proof of your name and address, for example a
utility bill or driving licence, to your nearest library where staff can register you
for free. Alternatively, you can register online at: www.surreycc.gov.uk/libraries.
Surrey libraries also provide a range of facilities including DVDs, CDs, audio
and large print books, library reading groups and free internet access.
If you are unable to reach any of the 10 listed branches, then copies of all the
titles in the booklet can be reserved for collection at any Surrey
library, on payment of a small reservation fee.
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Libraries Camberley Library
Dorking Library
Epsom Library
Knoll Road
Pippbrook
The Ebbisham Centre
Camberley
Dorking
6 The Derby Square
Surrey SurreyEpsom
GU15 3SY
RH4 1SL
Surrey KT19 0EB
Farnham Library
Godalming Library
Vernon House
Bridge Street
28 West Street
Godalming
FarnhamSurrey
Surrey GU9 7DR
GU7 1HT
Guildford Library
77 North Street
Guildford
Surrey
KT12 4RF
Redhill Library
Staines Library
Walton Library
Warwick Quadrant
Friends Walk
54 The Heart,
Redhill StainesWalton-on-Thames
Surrey
MiddlesexSurrey
RH1 1NN
TW18 4PG
KT12 1GH
Woking Library
Gloucester Walk
Woking
Surrey
GU21 6EP
For all ten libraries telephone 0300 200 1001
www.surreycc.gov.uk/libraries
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For further information:
NHS Choices
Find advice on health problems, local health services and links to the health
information enquiry service.
www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk
Tel: 0845 4647
Mind
The leading mental health charity for England and Wales.
www.mind.org.uk
Tel: 0845 7660163
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