- Paperback: 225 pages
- Publisher: Partners Publishers Group; annotated edition edition (September 2004)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0966110447
- ISBN-13: 978-0966110449
- Product Dimensions: 22.8 x 15.3 x 1.2 cm
- Shipping Weight: 345 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,214,142 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Authoritative information and self-help on OCD
Dr. Gravitz1s book on obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) has been prai sed by numerous physicians, heads of organizations for dealing with the disorde r, and individuals afflicted with it. Incessant washing of hands is one often-c ited symptom of OCD. Continual arranging and rearranging of toys may be a sign of it in young children. Gravitz1s extensive work and writings on trauma a nd alcoholism as well as OCD are widely known in their respective fields. His book Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is written mainly for lay readers. As the su btitle--New Help for the Family--implies, the author deals with OCD in the pers pective of the network of the family. He doesn't identify the family as the cau se of OCD, but rather recognizes that family members are in nearly all cases im portant in an individual's overcoming OCD. The author covers the inter-related subjects of origins and causes of OCD, recognition of it, self-help, and treatm ent of the disorder as a family problem in a question-and-answer format which m ake its many facets, some of them somewhat complex and clinical, comprehensible to the general reader. For its comprehensiveness, accessibility, authoritative ness, and its compassion, the book is relevant and helpful for both sufferers of OCD and those trying to help them. -- Henry Berry Book Reviewer Editor/Publisher, The Small Press Book Review
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5.0 out of 5 stars
A Winning Publication for People with OCD and Family Members,
By Lorre Mendelson (USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: New Help for the Family (Paperback)
Herb Gravitz' book on OCD, New Help for the Family is a wonderful contribution to the mental health field. His writing and perspective lend compassion, clarity and understanding for all people involved in this anxiety disorder. Diagnosed, 6 months after starting a serious relationship, my Significant Other and I were able to glean new understanding and boundary setting with Dr. Gravitz help. I would like to see more medical professionals encouraging family members to read this book and get the assistance and recovery they need. I would recommend this book highly (and do!) to anyone who loves someone with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Herb Gravitz has done it again!,
By A Customer
This review is from: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: New Help for the Family (Paperback)
Following up on his previous successes with nationallly well-regarded books on children of alcoholics and survivors of trauma, my California psychologist colleague has written a meaningful and from the heart book on a pervasive disorder and its impact on family and dear ones. He writes very well and knowledgeably. I have recommended it to my patients, and they have found it most helpful.
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knowledgeable and understanding. a must read!,
By A Customer
This review is from: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: New Help for the Family (Paperback)
Garvitz writes from both the heart and the head. If you care for OCD and its impact on the family, you must (underline that) read this book.
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