Recrafting a Life: Coping with Chronic Illness and Pain (Hardcover)

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Review

This book uses the 18th century novel, Robinson Crusoe as an archetypal metaphor for thos individuals who sufer and must learn to surive with their own island of pain. The authors describe how ones journey of survival of living with chronic illness or chronic pain is comparable to the 27-year journey of Crusoe stranded on a desert island...This book is interesting to read as well as a helpful companion for therapists, clients and family members. I particularly like the metaphor the authors use of the turning point in the novel where Crusoe becomes more aware of the small blessings arounf him and begins to appreciate that, indeed, not only might he survive on this isolated island, but, in fact, using his skills and intuition, he may be able to create a satisfactory life for himself. There are lessons and great insights to be learned from adversity, lessons allowing one to deepen their relationship with the mystery of everyday life.
–Death Studies, November, 2003

Product Description

Second author, Denise Webster, is with Univ. of Colorado, Denver. Presents a new treatment approach incorporating Ericksonian hypnosis interventions with solution-focused therapy techniques. Enables the clinician to reduce physical pain while addressing the psychological issues associated with a chronic condition. DNLM: Pain--psychology.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 322 pages
• Publisher: Routledge; 1 edition (February 22, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1583913564
• ISBN-13: 978-1583913567
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.2 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,971,034 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)