The Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Resource Book and Life Planner Workbook (Paperback)

by Dawn Hughes (Author) "Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) is a widespread musculoskeletal pain and fatigue disorder for which the cause is still unknown..." (more)
Key Phrases: fibromyalgia syndrome, Arthritis Foundation, United Kingdom Phone, Fibromyalgia Alliance of America (more...)

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher
A must resource for the millions of people affected by Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndromes. FMS and CFS, unlike well known and understood diseases like cancer, spring boards a journey for education, understanding and compassion. The book powerfully captures this journey, and is the first to provide patients, family and friends with the imperative resources to find support through their walk. In addition, The Life Planner, is a workbook that maps out a step-by-step guide for adapting and coping with the lifestyle changes fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue patients must face.

The book is divided into four sections:

The Syndromes: Provides an extensive look at the cause, diagnosis, symptoms, and treatments. From current researchto clinical trials.

The Resources: A comprehensive listing of FMS/CFS books, medical journals, association newsletters, periodicals and video's, recommended by FMS/CFS Associations.

The Support: Worldwide listings of FMS/CFS Associations, as well as associations for sub categories of these syndromes. Including: Advocacy, pain management, alternative therapies and disability issues.

The Life Planner: From diagnoses to acceptance, The Life Planner details how to manage life emotionally and physically. A compassionate look at: What to expect, how to work through feelings, goal planning, worksheets and charts, exercise, nutritional choices, how to educate family and friends and work options.

Written by a fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue patient, the book outlines not only the journey for the patient, but gets to the heart of awakening family and friends to the devastating effects these illnesses cause, and provides the tools needed for years to come.

Product Details

• Paperback: 210 pages
• Publisher: Universal Publishers; 1 edition (March 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1581126859
• ISBN-13: 978-1581126853
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #522,864 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Resource Book & Help in explaning this Syndrome, June 11, 2001

By A Customer

Book is very helpfull for those fibromites trying to explain Fibromyalgia to family and friends. The letter towards the back helped me explain how I feel from day to day, the sudden onset of a flare up. Best money ever spent. I highly recommend you purchase this book.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Resource Book, March 26, 2001

By	Alice Smith (Hill City, KS) - See all my reviews

This is an excellant book for resources. The author has gone above and beyond what any doctor has the time or knowledge to share with his patient. Besides the resources it has recipes to make your own cleaners due to the intolerence of some of the chemicals on the market. Anyone with FMS or CFS would be happy with this book.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Resource, April 16, 2001

By A Customer

I learned so much from this book...it clarified everything. I didn't realize all the emotions I was going through and found much emotional help as well as educating my family.