Diabetes: A Guide to Living Well - A Programme of Individualized Self-care - Softcover

Lowe, Ernest; Arsham, Gary

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0937721514 ISBN 13: 9780937721513

Publisher: Chronimed Publishing, 1989

Synopsis

For people who have been diagnosed with diabetes or are living with someone who has diabetes, this book is a must-have! Completely revised and updated to meet current ADA Clinical Practice Recommendations, it offers patients three levels of commitment and lets them decide which level they are willing to commit to in order to live healthier with diabetes. In addition, topical coverage includes such critical issues as: Medications; Cardiovascular disease; Obesity; Emotional issues; Treatment plans; And more.

About this title

From the Back Cover

Diabetes A Guide to Living Well The most comprehensive guide to living with diabetes is now completely revised and updated. "Helpful, current, and up–to–date with good information." —The Diabetes Educator This extensively revised edition of Diabetes: A Guide to Living Well incorporates the latest diabetes research, emphasizing the current focus on preventive measures supported by the results of the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial. It will help you design a program of individualized self–care that fits your lifestyle and avoid the major complications of diabetes. This no–nonsense guide explains how to overcome resistance and negative beliefs—and offers concrete strategies for dealing with stress, emotional reactions, and difficult–to–change eating and activity habits. Diabetes: A Guide to Living Well includes updated nutrition advice that reflects the research and guidelines from the American Diabetes Association, information on new medications, and expanded discussion on insulin pump therapy. For the first time, the book also includes information specifically for people with Type 2 diabetes. "A useful and valuable addition to the library of anyone dealing with diabetes." —Journal of Nutrition Education

About the Author

Ernest Lowe (San Francisco, CA) is known for his work as a counselor, educator, producer, and television series writer. He has also extended his interest in health to encompass the health of our planet through his pioneering work in industrial ecology. He has lived with diabetes for 45 years. Gary Arsham, MD, PhD (San Francisco, CA) is a physician/educator specializing in patient education and health behavior. He is a member of the national Boards of Directors of the American Diabetes Association and the American Association of Diabetes Educators. He has personally lived with diabetes for more than 40 years.

Edition details

• Publisher: Chronimed Publishing
• Publication date: 1989
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0937721514
• ISBN 13: 9780937721513
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 382