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First published in 1947, Straight On is a first-hand account of the
authors' work with the Red Cross in central and eastern Europe at
the end of the Second World War, including their work providing
medical care to survivors at Auschwitz and Belsen. 'The most moving
description I have read of life and death in Central Europe
immediately after the war' - Jewish Chronicle. 'One of the most
powerful indictments of Fascism ever written' - Irish Chronicle. 'A
simple, sincere, and very moving book, full of kindness and
understanding for human failings' - The Observer.
First published in 1947, 'Straight On' is a first-hand account of
the authors' work with the Red Cross in central and eastern Europe
at the end of the Second World War, including their work providing
medical care to survivors at Auschwitz and Belsen.
Examine the fourth largest mental health problem in AmericaOCDand
how YOU can help! Since obsessive-compulsive disorder affects 2.5%
of the world population, someone you know is likely to have this
disorder. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Guide for Family,
Friends, and Pastors is a handy physician's assistant that not only
provides a fresh overview of OCD but also focuses on the issue of
scrupulosityobsessive-compulsive anxiety over scruples in self and
othersas a religious issue. Written by a pastoral counselor who is
also a clinical social worker, this book will help you gain insight
into the psychological and neurological dimensions of the disorder,
the problems of those suffering from OCD, and the development of
support groups. Written with extensive knowledge and deep
compassion, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Guide for Family,
Friends, and Pastors presents the latest information available on
OCD and its effects upon sufferers and their personal
relationships. The information is discussed in both pastoral as
well as therapeutic aspects, explaining OCD in the brain, then
continuing with ways to help a sufferer manage the conflict.
Special attention is paid to the issue of scrupulosityseeing sin
where there is no sinwhich is especially symptomatic for many Roman
Catholics, Orthodox Jews, and Orthodox Muslims. Filled with
insightful case studies and a useful bibliography, this book helps
you understand OCD from all sides while giving effective strategies
for individual and group therapy. In Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder:
A Guide for Family, Friends, and Pastors you will find: answers to
the most frequently asked questions detailed explanations of terms
insightful information on pastoral caring an in-depth exploration
of scrupulosity helpful information on trichotillomania (hair
pulling), kleptomania (stealing), Tourette's syndrome, body
dysmorphoric disorder (hatred of a particular body part), and
hypochondriasis case studies highlighting personal and relationship
issues resources for developing support groups resources for
further information on OCD A Guide for Family, Friends, and Pastors
is for pastors, pastoral counselors, chaplains, lay ministries,
social workers, psychiatric nurses, marriage counselors, and for
anyone who cares about someone with OCD.
Gain scientific and theological insight into OCD!The
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: Pastoral Care for the Road to Change
delivers a provocative and stimulating discussion that is meant to
inspire new areas of inquiry on this subject. As an OCD sufferer,
pastoral counselor, mental health student, or professional, you
will reach a new understanding of a complex condition that can
destroy the day-to-day lives of its victims.The
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder explores the connection between
religion and OCD from many different perspectives. You will explore
case studies of OCD with religious connections through interviews,
diagnosed symptoms, and discussion of the history of religious
figures who suffered with OCD. The book also provides a reference
list of organizations that focus on OCD, as well as Web sites and
Internet addresses devoted to assisting caretakers and helping
sufferers.The Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder will increase your
knowledge of: the evolution of humans and animals in relation to
personality development and the obsessive-compulsive disorder
church leaders with the obsessive-compulsive disorder brain
development and biology and their links to the obsessive-compulsive
disorder quality of life issues for sufferers, pastors, and
caregivers group therapy for OCD sufferers, including personal
stories of OCD in connection with faith and religion
neurobiological perspectives on theological issuesThe
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder brings you insightful new research
into this complex mental illness, and will assist you in
understanding and helping people who suffer from OCD.
This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This
IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced
typographical errors, and jumbled words. This book may have
occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor
pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original
artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe
this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections,
have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing
commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We
appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the
preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
Examine the fourth largest mental health problem in AmericaOCDand
how YOU can help! Since obsessive-compulsive disorder affects 2.5%
of the world population, someone you know is likely to have this
disorder. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Guide for Family,
Friends, and Pastors is a handy physician's assistant that not only
provides a fresh overview of OCD but also focuses on the issue of
scrupulosityobsessive-compulsive anxiety over scruples in self and
othersas a religious issue. Written by a pastoral counselor who is
also a clinical social worker, this book will help you gain insight
into the psychological and neurological dimensions of the disorder,
the problems of those suffering from OCD, and the development of
support groups. Written with extensive knowledge and deep
compassion, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Guide for Family,
Friends, and Pastors presents the latest information available on
OCD and its effects upon sufferers and their personal
relationships. The information is discussed in both pastoral as
well as therapeutic aspects, explaining OCD in the brain, then
continuing with ways to help a sufferer manage the conflict.
Special attention is paid to the issue of scrupulosityseeing sin
where there is no sinwhich is especially symptomatic for many Roman
Catholics, Orthodox Jews, and Orthodox Muslims. Filled with
insightful case studies and a useful bibliography, this book helps
you understand OCD from all sides while giving effective strategies
for individual and group therapy. In Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder:
A Guide for Family, Friends, and Pastors you will find: answers to
the most frequently asked questions detailed explanations of terms
insightful information on pastoral caring an in-depth exploration
of scrupulosity helpful information on trichotillomania (hair
pulling), kleptomania (stealing), Tourette's syndrome, body
dysmorphoric disorder (hatred of a particular body part), and
hypochondriasis case studies highlighting personal and relationship
issues resources for developing support groups resources for
further information on OCD A Guide for Family, Friends, and Pastors
is for pastors, pastoral counselors, chaplains, lay ministries,
social workers, psychiatric nurses, marriage counselors, and for
anyone who cares about someone with OCD.
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