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Talking To Anxiety: Simple Ways to Support Someone in Your LIfe Who Suffers From Anxiety

1 review
Claudia J. Strauss

NAL Trade, 2004

Claudia Strauss has done it again.
In each of Claudia Strauss' books -- and I'm a fan so have read all three -- there's a set of nuggets that are invaluable. My valued nuggets may differ from yours but the bottom line is the same. Strauss separates the condition from the person, leaving lay readers like me with deepened insight. She gives handy examples of everyday things to do and say, and everyday things not to do and say. ...

Talking to Alzheimer's: Simple Ways to Connect When You Visit with a Family Member or Friend

14 reviews
Claudia J. Strauss

New Harbinger Publications, 2002

A how to "Talking to Alzheimer"guide
I first saw this book in the waiting room of a Dr. my mother was meeting with. I didn't have too much time to get into it then so I purchased it later and what a tremendous book, so easy to read and it had situations I am currenlty dealing with and the appropriate responses. I took it to my support group for caregivers and shared it with the group, some were going to purchase the next day. My ...

Talking to Depression: Simple Ways To Connect When Someone In Your Life Is Depressed: Simple Ways To Connect ...

8 reviews
Claudia J. Strauss

NAL Trade, 2004

Great book for friends and family
When I got diagnosed my family immediately began researching depression and learning all they could. I just discovered this book at my parents' house, full of yellow highlighted passages. It was so touching to learn that they care that much about me and that they know me so well. I found the book to be so very truthful on many levels. She describes many possible actions and reactions and ...

Talking to Eating Disorders: Simple Ways to Support Someone With Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating, Or ...
Ph.D., Jeanne Albronda Heaton, Claudia J. Strauss

NAL Trade, 2005

What to say-and what not to say-when a friend or family member has an eating disorder. When a friend or family member shows signs of an eating disorder, the first impulse is to charge in, give advice, and fix what is wrong. But these tactics-however well-intentioned-can backfire. This compassionate guide offers ways to tackle the tough topics of body image, media messages, physical touch, diets, and exercise-along with a special section on ...