Nothing but Worries...

Nothing but Worries...

Help for persons affected by generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and their next of kin

Some people are so overwhelmed by their worries and fears that there is no room for anything else. This patient book helps them to no longer be helplessly at the mercy of their fears. Those affected and their relatives receive sound background information on generalised anxiety disorder (GAD). Three components are central to self-help: • Relaxation • Thinking worries through to their conclusion • Relief With a little insight and practice, it becomes clear that effective and lasting help is possible. Information and concrete instructions help to better understand the stressful situation and to actively and independently contribute to one's own recovery and stability. The book is suitable for those affected and their relatives: Those affected find help in deciding which treatment is right for them, while relatives find tips for their own situation. New in the 2nd edition: • Mindfulness exercises • With online material to download From the contents: What is generalised anxiety disorder? • How does worrying affect others? • Who typically has GAD – what happens next if you have it? • Where do worries and fears come from – why me? • What can you do? • What makes a good therapist – how do you find one? • First aid through proper self-observation • Overcoming worries by thinking things through • Problem solving can be practised • For relatives: What can you do?