Living Well with a Hidden Disability: Transcending Doubt and Shame and Reclaiming Your Life - Softcover

Taylor, Stacy; Epstein, Robert

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1572241322 ISBN 13: 9781572241329

Publisher: New Harbinger Publications, 1999

Synopsis

The term "disability" most often calls up images of a wheelchair or a blind person, but millions of people are challenged by disabilities that are not so apparent: chronic pain or illness, aids, add, chronic fatigue syndrome, depression or other psychiatric problems. This book reassures readers that they are not alone, offers strategies for managing pain and flareups and dealing with confusing emotions. A wealth of resources for healthy living include navigating the healthcare system and suggestions for strengthening the body, mind and soul.

About this title

From the Author

You're not alone with your hidden disability
Are you living with chronic illness or pain? Or, instead, do you have a psychiatric disability, such as ADD, OCD, or depression. Millions of Americans appear able-bodied but are disabled by chronic health conditions, such as chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, lupus, chronic pain, etc. I am someone who has lived for years with a chronic illness. Seven years ago, I became ill with a puzzling immune disorder that has caused odd rashes, inner ear problems, and chronic pain. Although doctors and alternative medical providers have tried to help, they've been stymied by my symptoms, which have continued.

While living with chronic illness, I searched for a book that understood the emotional pain and social stigma of having a "hidden" disability. But there was little to read that validated my experience of shame, self-doubt, frustration, and isolation.

I wrote, "Living Well With a Hidden Disability," to offer support and validation to all people living with chronic health problems and psychiatric disabilities. My message: you're not alone. Even if people don't always recognize your physical and emotional pain, your suffering is real. You can find ways to restore self-esteem and live well even with a hidden disability. My book will show you how.

Synopsis

Millions of people are challenged by "disabilities" that are not very apparent. This text provides a set of tools for healthy living and advises on how to deal with the condition physically as well as psychologically.

Edition details

• Publisher: New Harbinger Publications
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 1572241322
• ISBN 13: 9781572241329
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 272