The Thought That Counts - A Firsthand Account of One Teenager's Experience with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (Paperback)

For the more than 2 million Americans with obsessive-compulsive disorder, the intrusive thoughts and uncontrollable behaviors can take a harsh toll, as author Jared Douglas Kant knows all too well. Diagnosed with OCD at age 11, Jared became ruled by dread of deadly germs and diseases, the unrelenting need to count and check things, and a persistent, nagging doubt that overshadowed his life.
In The Thought that Counts, Jared shares his deeply personal account of trial, tribulation, and ultimately triumph. Using anecdotes, narratives and sidebars, this book adds a human face to a complex disorder. Jared's funny, often touching, sometimes harrowing tale makes for compelling reading. Yet his memoir is only half the story. With the help of psychologist Martin Franklin, Ph.D., and veteran science writer Linda Wasmer Andrews, Jared paints the big picture for other teens with OCD. Drawing on the latest scientific and medical evidence, he explains how to recognize warning signs, where to find help, and what treatments have proved effective. Jared also offers practical suggestions on managing the symptoms of OCD at home, at school, and in relationships with family and friends. The result is both an absorbing memoir and a useful guide that will help to ease the isolation caused by OCD, assuring anyone recently diagnosed with the disease that, with commitment and hard work, they can overcome this illness.
Part of the Adolescent Mental Health Initiative series of books written specifically for teens and young adults, this volume offers hope to young people who are struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder, helping them to overcome the challenges of this illness and go on to lead healthy, productive lives.

General

Imprint:	Oxford UniversityPress
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Adolescent Mental Health Initiative
Release date:	April 2008
First published:	March 2008
Authors:	Jared Douglas Kant (Clinical Research Assistant) • Martin Franklin (Assistant Professor) • Linda Wasmer Andrews
Dimensions:	209 x 140 x 13mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	192
ISBN-13:	978-0-19-531689-6
Categories:	Books > Children's & Educational > Life skills & personal awareness, general studies > Personal issues > Disability & illness Books > Children's Fiction & Fun
LSN:	0-19-531689-4
Barcode:	9780195316896

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