| Description |
1 online resource (x, 283 pages) |
| Contents |
Introduction -- Exploring the heart -- Risk factors and perceptions of risk for cardiovascular disease -- Emotions and the heart -- Depression -- Anxiety -- Anger and hostility -- Interpersonal relationships and social support -- Coping with chronic heart disease -- Existential issues, heart transplant, and end-stage cardiac disease -- Addictions to cocaine, alcohol, or cigarettes -- Morbid obesity -- Psychotropic medications -- Sex differences |
| Summary |
"Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, and those who experience cardiac events suffer a wide range of psychological sequelae. Yet, few books show psychotherapy practitioners how they can modify their techniques to accommodate the unique needs of this population. The author, an experienced hospital-based psychologist, provides an orientation to this specialization and, drawing on a variety of therapy models, describes empirically supported intervention strategies. After providing an overview of the cardiovascular system, she discusses lifestyle and psychological risk factors for heart disease. Subsequent chapters cover practical techniques for helping patients overcome depression, anxiety, and hostility--all factors that complicate recovery. A final group of chapters addresses factors that affect treatment effectiveness, such as substance abuse problems, obesity, and sex differences. Case illustrations are provided throughout"--Cover. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2008 APA, all rights reserved) |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 231-269) and index |
| Notes |
English |
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Print version record |
| In |
PsycBOOKS (EBSCO). EBSCO |
| Subject |
Heart -- Diseases -- Patients -- Mental health
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Cardiology -- Psychological aspects
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Psychotherapy.
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Heart Diseases -- psychology
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Behavioral Medicine -- methods
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Heart Diseases -- therapy
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Psychotherapy -- methods
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Psychotherapy
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
American Psychological Association.
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