Coping with the Psychological Effects of Illness: Strategies to Manage Anxiety and Depression - Paperback

by Fran Smith (Author)

Sudden, severe ill health comes as a shock and presents several challenges, most notably, loss of confidence. Suddenly people are afraid to take exercise, have sex or even go to the shops. Their entire self-image takes a battering, and this roller-coaster of uncertainty often leads to anxiety and depression. This book looks at the learning curve involved in sudden and chronic illness, and explores key ways to build psychological resilience during this time of challenge.

Author Biography

Dr Fran Smith is a counselling psychologist with expertise in illness psychology. She is director of cardiac psychology at the Royal Free Hospital, London. Dr Carina Eriksen is a clinical psychologist with an extensive London practice. Professor Robert Bor is Lead Consultant Clinical Psychologist at the Royal Free Hospital, London.