Overcoming chronic pain : a self-help guide using cognitive behavioral techniques

A Books on Prescription TitleTake control of your life, take control of your painChronic pain can be extremely debilitating, however it does not need to dominate your life.

This self-help book is based on highly effective self-help methods developed by specialists and used in community and hospital pain-management programs.

Your experience of pain can be greatly reduced by pacing daily activities, reducing stress, learning relaxation techniques and effective ways to cope with depression, anxiety, worry, anger and frustration.

This easy-to-follow book sets out:Why pain can persist when there's no injury or disease presentHow to become fitter and pace your activitiesPractical ways to improve sleep and relaxationReturning to work, study and gaining a life you value