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Readings in Cognitive Therapy for the Consumer
The Academy of Cognitive Therapy recommends the books listed below for consumers. Please note that books may or may not be cognitive therapy oriented. Authors who are members of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy (ACT) are indicated below with an asterisk preceding their names. All books are categorized by subject. To jump to a specific subject, please select a link below:
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Anger
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*Beck, A.T. (1999). Prisoners of hate: The cognitive basis of anger, hostility, and violence. New York: Harper Collins Publishers. |
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Bilodeau, L. (1992). The anger workbook. Center City: Hazelden Educational Materials. |
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Deffenbacker, J. & McKay, M. (1999). Overcoming situational and general anger: Client manual. Oakland: New Harbinger Publication. |
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Hankins, G. (1988). Prescription for anger: Coping with angry feelings & angry people. Beaverton: Princess Publications. |
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Kassinove, H. & Tafrate, R. (2002). Anger management: The complete treatment guidebook for practitioners. Atascadero: Impact Publishers, Inc. |
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McKay, M, Rogers, P., & McKay, J. (1989). When anger hurts: Quieting the storm within. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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Nelson, M., & Finch, A.J. (1996). Keeping your cool: The anger management workbook. Ardmore, PA: Workbook Publishing. |
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Potter-Efron, R. (1994). Angry all the time: An emergency guide to anger control. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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Santoro, J. & Cohen, R. The Angry Heart: Overcoming Borderline and Addictive Disorders An Interactive Self-Help Guide |
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Weisinger, H. (1985). Dr. Weisinger's anger workout book. New York: William Morrow & Co. |
Anxiety Disorders
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Asmundson, G.J.G., & *Taylor, S. (2005). It's Not All in Your Head: How Worrying about Your Health Could be Making You Sick and What You Can Do about It. New York: Guilford. |
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Craske, M., *Barlow, D., & O'Leary, T. (1992). Mastery of your anxiety and worry. Albany: Graywind Publications. |
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*Greenberger, D.G., & *Padesky, C.A. (1995). Mind over mood. New York: Guilford. |
 | *Leahy, R. (2005). The Worry Cure: Seven Steps to Stop Worry from Stopping You. New York: Harmony |
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*White, J. (1999). Overcoming generalized anxiety disorder. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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*Antony, M.M., & McCabe, R.E. (2004). 10 simple solutions to panic: How to overcome panic attacks, calm physical symptoms, and reclaim your life. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications. |
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Silove, D., & Manicavasagar, V. (2001). Overcoming panic: A self help guide using cognitive behavioral techniques. London: Robinson. |
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Wilson, R.R. (1988). Breaking the panic cycle. Rockville, MD: Anxiety Disorders Association of America. |
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Zuercher-White, E. (1999). Overcoming Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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*Antony, M., Craske, M., & *Barlow, D. (1995). Mastery of Your Specific Phobia. Albany: Graywind Publications. |
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*Antony, M. & Swinson, R. (2000). The shyness and social anxiety workbook: Proven techniques for overcoming your fears. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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*Antony, M.M. (2004). 10 simple solutions to shyness: How to overcome shyness, social anxiety, and fear of public speaking. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications. |
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*Butler, G. (1999). Overcoming social anxiety and shyness: A self-help guide using cognitive behavioral techniques. London: Robinson Publishing Ltd. |
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*Hope, D. et al. (2000). Managing social anxiety: A cognitive-behavioral therapy approach. Albany: Graywind Publications Inc. |
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Markway, B.G., *Carmin, C.N., Pollard, C.A., & Flynn, T. (1992). Dying of embarrassment: Help for social anxiety and phobia. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications, Inc. |
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Rapee, R.M. (1998). Overcoming shyness and social phobia: A step-by-step guide. Northvale: Jason Aronson Inc. |
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Schneier, F. & Welkowitz, L. (1996). The hidden face of shyness. New York: Avon Books. |
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Zimbardo, P. (1979) The shyness workbook. A & W Visual Library. |
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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De Silva, P. & Rachman, S. (1998). Obsessive-compulsive disorder: The facts, 2nd Ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press. |
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Foa, E.B., & Wilson, R. (1991). Stop obsessing!: How to overcome your obsessions and compulsions. New York: Bantam Books.
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 | Grayson, J. (2003). Freedom from obsessive-compulsive disorder: A personalized recovery program for living with uncertainty. New York: Jeremy P. Tarcher/Penguin. |
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Neziroglu, F., Bubrick, J., & Yaryura-Tobias, J.A. (2004). Overcoming Compulsive Hoarding. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger. |
 | *Purdon, C.A. & *Clark, D.A. (2005). Overcoming Obsessive Thoughts. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger. |
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Schwartz, J. (1996). Brain lock: Free yourself from obsessive compulsive disorder. New York: Regan Books, Harper Collins Publishers. |
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Steketee, G., & White, K. (1990). When once is not enough: Help for obsessive compulsives. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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Herbert, C. & Wetmore, A. (1988). Overcoming traumatic stress. London: Robinson. |
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Kennerley, H. (2000). Overcoming childhood trauma. New York: NYU Press. |
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Matsakis, A. (1998). Trust after trauma: A guide to relationships for survivors and those who love them. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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Smyth, L. (1999). Overcoming post-traumatic stress disorder. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
Bipolar Disorder
Children and Adolescents
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Barkley, R., & Benton, C. (1998). Your defiant child: Eight steps to better behavior. New York: Guilford Press. |
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Chansky, T. (2001). Freeing your child from obsessive-compulsive disorder: A powerful, practical program for parents of children and adolescents. New York: Three Rivers Press. |
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Chansky, T. (2004). Freeing your child from anxiety. New York: Broadway Books. |
 | Edelman, S., Remond, L. (2004). Taking charge: A guide for teenagers. St. Leonards: Foundation for Life Sciences. |
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*Friedberg, R.D., Mason, C., & Fidaleo, R.A. (1992). Switching channels. Odessa: Psychological Assessment Resources, Inc. |
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*Kidman, A. (2001). From thought to action: A self help manual, 2nd Edition. Sydney: Biochemical & General Services. |
 | *Kidman, A. (1995). Family life: Adapting to change. St. Leonards: Biochemical & Gen. Services. |
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Latham, G. (1990). The power of positive parenting. North Logan: P&T Ink. |
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Parker, H. (1994). The ADD hyperactivity workbook: For parents, teachers, and kids, 2nd Edition. Plantation, FL: Specialty Press, Inc. |
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Riley, D. (1997). The defiant child: A parent's guide to oppositional defiant disorder. Dallas: Taylor Publishing Company. |
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Riley, D. (2000). The depressed child: A parent's guide for rescuing kids. Dallas: Taylor Publishing Company. |
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Sandoz, B. (1993). Parachutes for parents: Raising children for a better world. Honolulu: Family Works Publications. |
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*Seligman, M. (1995). The optimistic child. New York: Houghton Mifflin Co. |
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Shiller, V. M., et al. (2003). Rewards for Kids!: Ready-To-Use Charts & Activities for Positive Parenting
. American Psychological Association. |
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Stallard, P. (2002). Think good -- Feel good: A cognitive behaviour therapy workbook for children and young people. Chichester: John Wiley & Sons Ltd. |
Couples Problems
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*Beck, A.T. (1988). Love is never enough. New York: Harper and Row. |
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Black, J., & Enns, G. (1997). Better boundaries: Owning and treasuring your life. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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Christensen, A. & Jacobson, N. (2000). Reconcilable differences. New York: Guilford Press. |
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McKay, M., Fanning, P. & Paley, K. (1994). Couple skills: Making your relationship work. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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Nelson-Jones, R. (1999). Creating happy relationships: A guide to partner skills. New York: Cassell. |
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Spring, J. (1997). After the affair: Healing the pain and rebuilding trust when a partner has been unfaithful. New York: Harper. |
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Tannen, D. (1990). You just don't understand: Women and men in conversation. New York: Harper. |
Depression and Suicide
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Burns, D.D. (1980). Feeling good. New York: Morrow. |
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Burns, D.D. (1989). The feeling good handbook. New York: Penguin. |
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Copeland, M. (1992). The depression workbook: A guide for living with depression and manic depression. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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*Ellis, T.E., & *Newman, C.F. (1996). Choosing to live: How to defeat suicide through cognitive therapy. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, Inc. |
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Emery, G. (2000). Overcoming depression: A cognitive-behavior protocol for the treatment of depression. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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*Gilson, M. & *Freeman, A. (1999). Overcoming Depression: A cognitive therapy approach to taming the depression BEAST; Client Workbook. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
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*Greenberger, D.G., & *Padesky, C.A. (1995). Mind over mood. New York: Guilford. |
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Joiner, T. (2006). Why people die by suicide. Harvard: Harvard University Press. |
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*McQuaid, J.R. & Carmona, P.E. (2004). Peaceful Mind: Using Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Psychology to Overcome Depression. Oakland: New Harbinger. |
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*Seligman, M.E.P. (1990). Learned optimism. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, Inc. |
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*Wright, J.H., & *Basco, M.R. (2001). Getting your life back: the complete guide to recovery from depression. New York: Free Press. |
Eating Disorders
 | Cash, T.F. (1995). What do you see when you look in the mirror? Helping yourself to a positive body image. New York: Bantam Books. |
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Cash, T.F. (1997). The body image workbook: An 8-step program for learning to like your looks. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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*Claiborn, J. (2002). The BDD workbook: Overcome body dysmorphic disorder and end body image obsessions. Oakland: New Harbinger. |
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*Fairburn, C. (1995). Overcoming binge eating. New York: Guilford Press. |
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Rodin, J. (1992). Body traps: Breaking the binds that keep you from feeling good about your body. New York: William Morrow & Co. |
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Sandbek, T.J. (1993). The deadly diet: Recovering from anorexia & bulimia. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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Siegel, M., Brisman, J., & Weinshel, M. (1988). Surviving an eating disorder: Strategies for family and friends. New York: Harper & Row. |
Emotional Intelligence
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Goleman, D. (1995). Emotional intelligence: Why it can matter more than IQ. New York: Bantam Books. |
Grief and Bereavement
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James, John W., & Friedman, Russell (1998). The grief recovery handbook: The action program for moving beyond death, divorce, and other losses (revised edition). Harper Perrenial. |
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Neeld, Elizabeth Harper (2003). Seven choices: Finding daylight after loss shatters your world. Warner Books. |
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Rando, Therese A. (1991). How to go on living when someone you love dies. Bantam Books. |
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Wolfelt, Alan D. (2002). Healing your traumatized heart: 100 practical ideas after someone you love dies a sudden, violent death. Companion Press. |
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Wolfelt, Alan D. (2003). Understanding your grief: Ten essential touchstones for finding hope and healing your heart. Companion Press. |
Insomnia
Medical Problems and Pain
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Catalano, E.M. & Hardin, K.N. (1996). The chronic pain control workbook: A step-by-step guide for coping with and overcoming pain. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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Caudill, M.A. (1995). Managing pain before it manages you. New York: Guilford Press. |
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Friedberg, F. (1995). Coping with chronic fatigue syndrome: Nine things you can do. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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Gersh, W.D., Golden, W.L., Robbins, D.M. (1997). Mind over malignancy: Living with cancer. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
Personality Disorders and Problems
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Fusco, G & *Freeman, A. (2004). Borderline personality disorder: A patient's guide to taking control. New York: W.W. Norton & Co. |
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Kreisman, J. & Straog, H. (1989). I hate you -- Don't leave me. New York: Avon Books. |
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*Linehan, M.M. (1993). Skills training manual for treating borderline personality disorder. New York: Guilford. |
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Mason, P.T., & Kreger, R. (1998). Stop walking on eggshells: Taking your life back when someone you care about has borderline personality disorder. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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Oldham, J.M. & Morris, L.B. (1995). The new personality self-portrait: Why you think, work, love, and act the way you do. New York: Bantam Books.
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*Young, J.E., & *Klosko, J.S. (1993). Reinventing your life. New York: Dutton. |
Schizophrenia
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Mueser, K. & Gingerich, S. (1994). Coping with schizophrenia: A guide for families. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
Self-Esteem
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Burns, D. (1993). Ten days to self-esteem. New York: William Morrow and Company. |
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*Fennell, M. (1999). Overcoming low self-esteem: A self-help guide using cognitive behavioral techniques. London: Robinson Publishing. |
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Firestone, R., Firestone, L., & Catlett, J. (1994). Conquer your critical inner voice. Oakland, New Harbinger Publications. |
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McKay, M., & Fanning, P. (1987). Self-esteem: A proven program of cognitive techniques for assessing, improving, and maintaining your self-esteem. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
Stress Management
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Davis, M., Eshelman, E.R., & McKay, M. (1988). The relaxation and stress reduction workbook. Oakland, New Harbinger Publications.
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McKay, M., Davis, M., & Fanning, P. (1981). Thoughts & feelings: The art of cognitive stress intervention. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
Substance Abuse
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Blaszczynski, A. (1998). Overcoming compulsive gambling: A self help guide using cognitive behavioral techniques. London: Robinson Publications. |
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Denning, P., Little, J. & Glickman, A. (Eds.) (2003). Over the Influence: The Harm Reduction Guide for Managing Drugs and Alcohol. New York: Guilford Press. |
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*Horvath, A.T. (1998). Sex, drugs, gambling, & chocolate. San Luis Obispo: Impact Publishers. |
Weight Loss
Miscellaneous
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*Antony, M.M., & Swinson, R.P. (1998). When perfect isn't good enough: Strategies for coping with perfectionism. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
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*Basco, M.R. (1999). Never Good Enough: How to use Perfectionism to Your Advantage Without Letting it Ruin Your Life
. New York: Simon and Schuster. |
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Bennett-Goleman, T. (2001). Emotional alchemy: How the mind can heal the heart. New York: Harmony Books. |
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Burka, J. & Yuen, L. (1983). Procrastination: Why you do it, what to do about it. Reading: Perseus Books. |
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*Butler, G., & Hope, T. (1995). Managing your mind: The mental fitness guide. New York: Oxford University Press. |
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*Claiborn, J. (2001).The habit change workbook: How to break bad habits and form good ones. Oakland: New Harbinger. |
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Eldridge, H. (1998). Maintaining change: A personal relapse prevention manual. Thousand Oaks: SAGE Publications, Inc. (Manual for Child Sexual Offenders) |
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Ellis, A. & Powers, M. (2000). The secret of overcoming verbal abuse. Hollywood: Wilshire Book Co. |
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Emery, G. (1981).
A new beginning: How you can change your life through cognitive therapy. New York: Simon & Schuster. |
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Fanning, P., McKay, M., & Davis, M. (1995). Messages: The communication skills book. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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*Freeman, A. & DeWolf, R. (1989). Woulda, coulda, shoulda: Overcoming regrets, mistakes, & missed opportunities. New York: Harper Perennial. |
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Garner, A. (1997).
Conversationally speaking: Tested new ways to increase your personal and social effectiveness. New York: McGraw-Hill. |
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Gillett, R. (1992).
Change your mind, change your world. New York: Fireside Books. |
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Hallowell, E. M. & Ratey, J. J. (2006). Delivered from Distraction: Getting the Most out of Life with Attention Deficit Disorder . New York: Ballantine Books. |
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Kolberg, J. Nadeau, K. (2002). ADD-Friendly Ways to Organize Your Life
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*Lafond, V. (2002)
Grieving Mental Illness: A Guide for Patients and Their Caregivers. (2nd ed.). Toronto: University of Toronto Press.
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McKay, M., & Fanning, P. (1991). Prisoners of belief. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
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Nolen-Hoeksema, S. (2003). Women who think too much: How to break free of overthinking and reclaim your life. New York: Henry Holt & Company. |
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Safren, S.A., Spirch, S., Perlman, C.A. & Otto, M.W. (2005). Mastering Your Adult ADHD: A Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment Program Client Workbook (Treatments That Work) Oxford: Oxford University Press. |
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Savage, E. (1997). Don't take it personally!: The art of dealing with rejection. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications. |
* Authors who are members of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy (ACT) are indicated above with an asterisk preceding their names.
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