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Synopsis
Alexithymia is an inability to recognize, identify and describe one's emotions. Although individuals with alexithymia experience the typical physical responses associated with emotions - such as tears or an increased heart rate - they are unable to interpret these responses in terms of the emotions they might be signifying."Emotionally Dumb" describes the nature of alexithymia and includes therapeutic and self-help suggestions for overcoming some of the difficulties that alexithymia presents. The author discusses the possible causes and associated conditions, including Asperger Syndrome and posttraumatic stress disorder. The book provides details of the diagnostic tests available and includes an informal questionnaire, developed by the author, for people who believe they may have alexithymia.Written in accessible language, this book is ideal both for professionals and for anyone with an interest in the subject.
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About the Author
Jason Thompson studied Applied Behaviour Analysis at Brookvale College in Sydney, and has worked extensively in rehabilitation facilities with the physically, psychologically and intellectually handicapped. He lives with his family in Queensland, Australia, where he operates a small private business.
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- PublisherJessica Kingsley Publishers
- Publication date2020
- ISBN 10 1843106248
- ISBN 13 9781843106241
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages112
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