Coping with Fears and Phobias

Reclaim your life with the use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. ‘Impressively clear, comprehensive, and practical – a treasure for those who wish to understand and treat their anxiety.’ Dr. Daniel Freeman, Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London ‘Warren Mansell draws on a wealth of clinical experience to present an admirable combination of well-validated scientific strategies and a common-sense approach in his 10-step plan to coping with fears and phobias. Highly recommended.’ Dr. James Bennett-Levy, Oxford Cognitive Therapy Centre, University of Oxford Fear is a normal emotion that all of us experience at times, but when it leads to anxiety disorders such as phobias, worry, and panic, it can have a devastating effect on people’s lives. Specifically designed for those suffering from a range of fears and anxieties, this empowering book sensitively combines the very latest research with practical advice and encouragement to lead you, step-by-step, to a more fulfilling life. Dr. Warren Mansell, a clinical psychologist and lecturer with extensive research experience in anxiety and phobias, provides a range of easy-tolearn and clinically proven techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy. Illustrated throughout with case studies and personal testimonies to help you develop a lasting change, this positive handbook: • Explains how fears and phobias develop • Shows you how to face your fears • Gives you effective problem-solving strategies • Helps you set goals and build on your strengths With real-life case studies, helpful chapter summaries, a full list of support organizations, and free access to an innovative dedicated website with comprehensive up-to-date resources, Coping with Fears and Phobias will help you take back control of your life. Dr. Warren Mansell is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Manchester.

Fear is a normal emotion. We all experience it when we are in danger (and sometimes when we"re not!), but usually it is fleeting. For some, however, fear is more extreme and disruptive than this: approximately 10% of people have an anxiety disorder at any one time, only a tiny proportion of which receive appropriate psychological treatment. This book provides you with enough information about fear itself, and how to cope with it, that you can begin to reclaim your life. Dr. Warren Mansell, a clinical psychologist and lecturer with extensive experience in research on anxiety and phobias, writes accessibly and supportively. He provides real-life examples and many easy-to-learn techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), all of which will help you develop a lasting change: learning to accept your experiences, to draw on your strengths, and to develop your personal values. Learning to cope with fears and phobias can be challenging, but it is also an illuminating experience that will have a positive impact on all areas of your life. Dr. Warren Mansell is a clinical psychologist and Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Manchester.