| Description |
x, 201 pages ; 27 cm |
| Contents |
Body image dissatisfaction : an introduction -- Acceptance and commitment therapy : an introduction -- Using ACT to treat body image dissatisfaction -- Introducing ACT to your client -- Creative hopelessness : openness to trying something different -- Control as the problem, acceptance as the solution -- Mindful acceptance of thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations -- Clarifying values and defning goals -- Barriers to values and commitment to valued living -- Adapting ACT to group therapy -- Afterword : endings and new beginnings |
| Summary |
Despite ongoing criticism of strict beauty ideals, cosmetic surgeons and diet pill manufacturers continue of thrive and tolerance for body flaws seems to lessen every day. More and more people have begun to internalize a need for physical perfection. And the psychological distress that accompanies body image dissatisfaction leaves many individuals in a long term struggle. This book presents a clear plan for showing clients how to clarify their values to help broaden their lives and refocus on what is most meaningful and vital to hem |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Acceptance and commitment therapy.
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Body image -- Social aspects.
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Self-acceptance.
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| Author |
Follette, Victoria M.
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Heffner, Michelle.
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| LC no. |
2009052767 |
| ISBN |
1572247754 |
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9781572247758 |
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