Overview

Severe pain, debilitating fatigue, sleep disruption, severe gastrointestinal distress – these hallmarks of chronic illness complicate treatment as surely as they disrupt patients’ lives, in no small part because of the overlap between biological pathology and resulting psychological distress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Illness and Disability cuts across formal diagnostic categories to apply proven therapeutic techniques to potentially devastating conditions, from first assessment to end of treatment. Four extended clinical case examples of patients with chronic fatigue, rheumatoid arthritis, inoperable cancer, and Crohn’s disease are used throughout the book to demonstrate how cognitive-behavioral interventions can be used to effectively address ongoing medical stressors and their attendant depression, anxiety, and quality-of-life concerns. At the same time, they highlight specific patient and therapist challenges commonly associated with chronic conditions. From implementing core CBT strategies to ensuring medication compliance, Renee Taylor offers professionals insights for synthesizing therapeutic knowledge with practical understanding of chronic disease. Her nuanced client portraits also show how individual patients can vary—even within themselves. This book offers clinicians invaluable help with - Conceptualizing patient problems - Developing the therapeutic relationship - Pacing of therapy - Cognitive restructuring - Behavioral modification - Problem solving - Fostering coping and adapting skills Taylor’s coverage is both clean and hands-on, with helpful assessments and therapy worksheets for quick reference. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Illness and Disability gives practitioners of CBT new insights into this population and provides newerpractitioners with vital tools and tactics. All therapists will benefit as their clients can gain new confidence and regain control of their lives.

Full Product Details

Author:   Renee R. Taylor
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Imprint:   Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Edition:   2006 ed.
Dimensions:   Width: 15.50cm , Height: 2.20cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   1.610kg
ISBN:  

9780387253091

ISBN 10:   0387253092
Pages:   378
Publication Date:   23 August 2005
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Preface Acknowledgments Part 1: Theoretical Foundations and General Practice Guidelines Introduction to Part 1 Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Overview of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Chapter 3: The Psychological Complexities of Chronic Illness and Impairment Chapter 4: The Initial Assessment and Orientation to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Chapter 5: The Subsequent Sessions of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Chapter 6: Introduction to the Techniques of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Chapter 7: Techniques for Addressing Maladaptive Cognitions that are Unrealistic Chapter 8: Techniques for Addressing Realistic but Maladaptive Cognitions Chapter 9: Behavioral Approaches Chapter 10: Unique Features of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Clients with Chronic Conditions Part 2: Related Knowledge Introduction to Part 2 Chapter 11: Believing in Empathy: The Need for a Novel Approach Chapter 12: Instilling Hope in People with Chronic Conditions Chapter 13: Overcoming Motivational Dilemmas in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Part 3: Specific Applications of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to Fatigue, Pain, Sleep Disorders, and Gastrointestinal Dysfunction Introduction to Part 3 Chapter 14: Fatigue: Subtypes, Prevalence, and Associated Conditions Chapter 15: Cognitive Behavioral Assessment and Treatment Outcomes for Chronic Fatigue: The Case of Nina Chapter 16: Pain: Subtypes, Prevalence, and Associated Conditions Chapter 17: Cognitive Behavioral Assessment and Treatment Outcomes for Chronic Pain: The Case of Paulette Chapter 18: Sleep Dysfunction: Diagnostic Categories, Prevalence, and Associated Conditions Chapter 19: Cognitive Behavioral Assessment and Treatment Outcomes for Sleep Dysfunction: The Case of Curtis Chapter 20: Gastrointestinal Dysfunction: Diagnostic Categories, Prevalence, and Associated Conditions Chapter 21: Cognitive Behavioral Assessment and Treatment Outcomes for Gastrointestinal Dysfunction: The Case of Alex

Reviews

From the reviews: Renee R. Taylor's book, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Illness and Disability, expertly details a treatment method that is well directed ! . The question we must ask ! is: Does the treatment outlined in Taylor's book meet the requirements of a typical managed care company while simultaneously demonstrating adequate clinical validity on the basis of evidence-based practice in psychology (EBPP)? I believe the answer is yes. ! an excellent manual for students of psychology and will undoubtedly provide a basis for instruction ! . (Monica Kurylo, PsycCRITIQUES, Vol. 52 (6), 2006)

"From the reviews: ""Renee R. Taylor’s book, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Illness and Disability, expertly details a treatment method that is well directed … . The question we must ask … is: Does the treatment outlined in Taylor’s book meet the requirements of a typical managed care company while simultaneously demonstrating adequate clinical validity on the basis of evidence-based practice in psychology (EBPP)? I believe the answer is yes. … an excellent manual for students of psychology and will undoubtedly provide a basis for instruction … ."" (Monica Kurylo, PsycCRITIQUES, Vol. 52 (6), 2006)"

Author Information

Renee R. Taylor, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor within the Department of Occupational Therapy at UIC. She currently serves as the Principal Investigator of a chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) research and outcomes demonstration project funded by the National Institute for Disability and Rehabilitation Research within the US Department of Education. This project is designed to evaluate the the efficacy, replicability, and sustainability of peer-based intervention strategies applied to individuals with CFS as implemented within a Center for Independent Living setting. Applying theoretical frameworks of empowerment theory, participatory action research, control theory, and the new paradigm of disability, it is predicted that this community-based intervention will improve overall quality of life, functional capacity, illness severity, coping, and service utilization among individuals with CFS. Dr. Taylor's particular areas of expertise include developing community-based treatment programs for individuals with chronic illnesses, examining the relationship between interpersonal stress, resource loss, and illnesses involving chronic fatigue, and examining different approaches to the treatment of social and environmental issues experienced by individuals with chronic illness.

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