Psychological Symptoms [Paperback]

Frank J. Bruno (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1994

If you or someone you love is suffering from any of the following, you can now find out why--and what you can do about it .
* Anxiety
* Loss of pleasure
* Irrational fears
* Obsessional thoughts
* Erratic mood swings
* Procrastination
* Compulsive overeating
* Extreme shyness
* Depression
* Self-destructive behavior
* Phobias
* Excessive anger
* Perfectionism
* Drug abuse
Psychological Symptoms Now, in this indispensable reference, Dr. Frank J. Bruno helps you understand the origins of and treatment available for several common psychological symptoms, which can impinge on your daily life and even signal deeper emotional trouble. A comprehensive sourcebook, Psychological Symptoms provides a detailed description of 27 symptom groups, each complete with an analysis of possible biological and psychological causes, as well as concrete everyday examples of characteristic self-defeating, self-destructive thinking and acting. Containing over 150 specific, self-directed strategies for dealing with an array of troubling, debilitating behaviors, as well as a guide to the various forms of psychological and psychiatric therapies available, Psychological Symptoms lets you finally gain perspective and control over problems that can impair your emotional health and well-being.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

While not a conventional self-help book, this informative guide discusses 27 common behavioral difficulties that can threaten mental and emotional well-being. These include obvious syndromes like food abuse and irrational fear, as well as common problems such as anger, boredom, and procrastination, which can be serious if exhibited in chronic or excessive patterns. Each chapter focuses on a single psychological syndrome, providing its characteristics, probable causes, practical coping strategies, and possible need for professional intervention. This book provides assistance in understanding maladaptive habits and offers guidance in overcoming them. Recommended as a sound introduction for general psychology and self-help collections.
- Ilse Heidmann Ali, Kyle Community Lib., Tex.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 276 pages
• Publisher: Wiley (January 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471016101
• ISBN-13: 978-0471016106
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,118,059 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

I was born in Glendale, California. My parents were born in Italy. I earned a B.A. degree in psychology from UCLA, an M.A. degree in psychology and a Ph.D. in psychology from the Claremont Graduate School, Claremont, California. I am the author of a number of nonfiction psychology books with major publishers including Think Yourself Thin, The Story of Psychology, The Family Mental Health Encyclopedia, and It's OK to Be Neurotic.

I have been employed in mental hospitals twice during my career, worked with a psychological group doing psychotherapy and psychological testing, and taught at the college level for more than forty years.

A science-fiction novel, Twinsouls, is available as an e-book with Amazon. This is a Doppelganger story, based on the notion that light speed matter transmission might, under certain circumstances, create a double of an original person.

I have nearly completed a novel based on life in a mental hospital.

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars your not alone, December 12, 1999

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chris (australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Psychological Symptoms (Paperback)

Frank J Bruno's book Psychological Symptoms is a must read for all those feeling any phobia from alcoholism through to workaholism as well as those who have friends or family members who my be suffering from an irrational fear ( phobia ). Basically understanding your not going crazy or and that your not alone is half way to achieving a normal fulfilling life. The other half is up to you and you can acheive this through this book. Much like a psychological bible to those it has helped. Highly recommened.

5.0 out of 5 stars You're not crazy, January 11, 2009

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This review is from: Psychological Symptoms (Paperback)

Thanks to this book I have now been able to identify what my anxiety is about and how I can cope with it in a constructive way. I had never heard of the terminology "free floating hostility". Unconsciously dealing with anger that I didn't realize I had was also an issue. If you read what Dr. Bruno provides in dealing with these issues you should be able to find relief. I highly recommend this book to people suffering from these two, and other personality disorders. Good luck and God bless.