Health Anxiety Disorder

Mr. A. was admitted to Dr. Joel Gold’s inpatient unit at Bellevue Hospital in 2002. He was, he said, being filmed constantly, and his life was being broadcast around the world "like The Truman Show" - the 1998 film depicting a man who is unknowingly living out his life as the star of a popular soap opera. Over the next few years, Gold saw a number of patients suffering from what he and his brother, Dr. Ian Gold, began calling the "Truman Show Delusion," launching them on a quest to understand the nature of this particular phenomenon and the nature of madness itself.

From renowned integrative physician Kenneth Bock, M.D., comes a groundbreaking approach to understanding adolescent and teen mental health disorders. Over the past decade, the number of 12- to 17-year-olds suffering from mental health disorders has more than doubled. While adolescents and teens...

For even the fittest, healthiest, and most vibrant among us, the truth is there are inevitable challenges that come from growing older. Major life transitions such as retirement, the loss of family or a partner, changes in our bodies, and changing social roles in everyday life can lead to feelings of uncertainty, loss of control, and even anxiety and depression. But aging doesn't have to be a negative thing. You can carve out your own path. This book will show you how to live with more vitality and joy—at any age!

Relationships are hard. Some more than others. And sometimes your own mind feels like the loudest, most exhausting part of it all. You’ve probably had nights where your head will never shut up—spinning in circles over something someone said (or did not say). That stops now. Author, Caleb Luke reveals actionable strategies that highlight the raw, psychological truth behind modern relationships – and most importantly, how to find emotional freedom. It is a transformative book filled with realistic guidance, powerful truths and inspiring messages of optimism.

What if you could decode the mystery of your teenager's anxiety and equip them with the tools to thrive, even amidst mental health challenges? Raising a teenager in today's world has never been more challenging. Are you struggling to navigate through your teenager's mood swings or lack of motivation? You're not alone. It's estimated that nearly 20% of teenagers today struggle with anxiety and depression. But the reality of mental health is not trending hashtags or viral challenges.

Do you ever worry that you aren't good enough or capable enough, despite your many accomplishments? Have you achieved high levels of success, yet still feel as though you're just "faking it?" If so, you might be dealing with imposter anxiety—a persistent fear of being exposed as a fraud, even in the face of overwhelming evidence to the contrary. Remember, you are not alone. Too often, highly talented individuals allow imposter anxiety to distort their views of themselves. So, how can you embrace your boundless potential and forge ahead with confidence?

You don't need a book to tell you this much: Sometimes things fall apart, crack open, and miss the mark. You can plan and strategize and keep your eye on the horizon, watching for trouble. And nothing you can do will protect you from the fact that things might, when you least expect it, go terribly, horribly wrong. If you're anxious about this, it's not like you don't have a reason. If you're very anxious about this, you're certainly not alone.

Do you often find yourself stuck in your head—replaying past conversations, agonizing over decisions, or imagining worst-case scenarios that haven’t even happened? Unlock the freedom of a focused mind with Stop Overthinking, Start Living. This powerful guide offers a research-backed solution rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)—a groundbreaking psychological approach that has helped millions worldwide regain control of their minds and their lives.

Explore the human mind and understand the science behind how you and other people in your life think and act in a wide range of everyday situations with this brand new guide to applied psychology. Using straightforward definitions and clear text, How Psychology Works makes the workings of the...

For too long, mental health has been weighed down by silence, shame, and misunderstanding. People living with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress, and countless other conditions often face not only the difficulty of their illness but also the stigma that surrounds it. This double burden prevents open conversation, delays treatment, and isolates individuals who most need support. In this powerful and practical guide, Jorik Malvern dismantles the myths and misconceptions that have silenced discussion for centuries.

Unmask your mind and conquer obsessive-compulsive disorder with this ultimate handbook for defeating intrusive thoughts & behaviors. Are you often plagued by intrusive thoughts, anxiety, hoarding, or perfectionism? Do you find that your obsessions are stopping you from enjoying a full and happy life? Are you searching for real-world tools and mindset-shifting techniques to help you escape the chains of OCD and start living your life to the fullest? Then this book is for you.

Today, you might be in the darkest place you can imagine. You are struggling to make it through the day, let alone be happy. It’s not that you don’t have the ability to turn your life around. It’s that you are missing the practical knowledge to do so. And here it is, at your fingertips!

Are you tired of letting your fear of flying hold you back from exploring the world, connecting with loved ones, or advancing your career? If you've tried other solutions with little success, it’s time to take a different approach. How to Overcome Your Fear of Flying: Practical Tips to Help You Board That Next Flight, by Tony Brenner, is your comprehensive guide to confronting and conquering your flying anxieties.

Seeking reassurance to remove doubt or fear is natural, and we all do it from time to time. However, it becomes a compulsion when it develops into something repetitive and ritualistic. This compulsion is linked to obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), can perpetuate and worsen this condition, and can also create conflict between you, your friends, coworkers, and loved ones. So, how do you stop? The Compulsive Reassurance Seeking Workbook offers proven-effective tools to reduce compulsions, make peace with uncertainty, and better manage your OCD.

Using a beginner-friendly approach and covering the ins and outs of anxiety, from causes, symptoms, and types to how best to treat it, this book will help you overcome your anxiety like a champ.

Les attaques de panique sont plus fréquentes qu'on ne le pense – Êtes‑vous également concerné ? Une attaque de panique ne dure que quelques minutes, mais certaines personnes en souffrent si intensément qu'elles développent une peur de la mort. D'autres sont convaincues qu'elles vont faire une crise cardiaque ou s'évanouir. Selon les statistiques, une personne sur cinq subira au moins une attaque de panique au cours de sa vie. - Mais il ne s'agit pas toujours d'une simple attaque de panique.

When the lights are out but your thoughts are still on, press play and let 20 hours of soothing storytelling and guided meditation take over. This audiobook blends calming fantasy tales with mindful practices backed by gentle background music, giving your restless mind two ways to unwind.

Desde la publicación de Sin miedo y su famoso método de cuatro pasos, Rafael Santandreu empezó a recopilar en su canal de YouTube maravillosas historias de superación de la ansiedad, el trastorno obsesivo-compulsivo (TOC) y la hipocondría. Hoy esos testimonios superan el centenar (y siguen subiendo). El método para vivir sin miedo recoge una selección de esos testimonios, los pasos que dieron sus protagonistas y las dificultades que encontraron en su camino de curación.

This audiobook has a simple goal: We will teach you the actions, habits, and mindsets to clean up the mental clutter that's holding you back from living a meaningful life.

You know those nights—the ones where your body feels tired, but your mind won't stop talking? Where sleep stays just out of reach, teasing you with silence, then snatching it away with racing thoughts, emotional echoes, or that invisible tension that never quite lets go? This is your invitation to release. To soften. To finally rest. Binaural Sleep Enhancer isn't just another audio track. It's a portal. A meticulously tuned, frequency-based lullaby—not made for entertainment, but for surrender.