Positive Coping with Health Conditions

Dr. Dan Bilsker, Dr. Joti Samra, Dr. Elliot Goldner (2009)

Excerpts from the workbook: (PDF Format):
Relaxation
Managing Worry
Activating Your Life
Solving Problems
Managing Depressive Thinking
Managing Anger
Relationship Building

PCHC is a self-care workbook authored by scientist-practitioners with expertise in issues relating to coping with health conditions. The workbook was written on the basis of a review of the scientific literature; consultation with a range of stakeholders, including patients, physicians, psychologists, nurses, rehabilitation professionals and researchers; and adaptation of the Antidepressant Skills Workbook. This workbook is designed for individuals who deal with health conditions, including patients, physicians, psychologists, nurses, rehabilitation professionals and researchers.

Note that for most people with serious psychological conditions, use of this self-help guide alone will not be sufficient to resolve the problem. People with serious psychological conditions should obtain treatment with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or antidepressant medication.

Funding for this book was provided by the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority. It was developed at the Centre for Applied Research in Mental Health & Addiction , Simon Fraser University.

Relaxation Method Audio (right click here to download) – how to release tension and become relaxed (MP3)