ABSTRACT

Overcoming Functional Neurological Symptoms uses the proven and trusted five areas model of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) to help people experiencing a range of medically unexplained symptoms, including chronic headaches, fatigue, dizziness, loss of sensation, weakness and numbness.

Easy to use and practical, this CBT workbook:





  • Presents the insights of award-winning authors who are experts in the field


  • Contains therapeutic advice proven to work through years of research and practice


  • Ensures patients success through specific plans leading to positive results


  • Provides advice for friends and family of patients


This book is designed for CBT practitioners, psychiatrists, psychologists, neurologists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and healthcare workers to share with their patients.



A linked and completely free online support course is located at www.livinglifetothefull.com with additional resources at www.fiveareas.com

part |2 pages

Part 1: Understanding how people respond to symptoms

part |2 pages

Part 2: Making changes

part |2 pages

Part 3: Practical toolboxes

chapter |18 pages

Toolbox B: Practical problem solving

chapter |14 pages

Toolbox C: How to become more assertive

chapter |24 pages

Toolbox D: Healthy living