Breaking Free from Anxiety and Trauma

Trauma and anxiety are often closely related, as traumatic experiences can lead to the development of anxiety disorders. Breaking free from anxiety and trauma is a crucial step towards achieving mental and emotional well-being. 

Anxiety and trauma can have a debilitating effect on an individual’s life, leading to feelings of fear, hopelessness, and helplessness. However, with the right tools and support, it is possible to overcome these challenges and reclaim a sense of control over one’s life. Whether through therapy, mindfulness practices, or support groups, there are many resources available to those looking to break free from anxiety and trauma and start living a more fulfilling life.

By effectively managing anxiety, we may be able to reduce the impact of traumatic memories and improve our ability to cope with trauma-related symptoms.

Anxiety Book Recommendations

Finding effective ways to help manage your trauma symptoms, including anxiety is a positive step forward, so if you are after some help for either yourself or a family, here are 5 recommended reads.

  1. The Anxiety Survival Guide for Teens: CBT Skills to Overcome Fear, Worry, and Panic” by Jennifer Shannon
  2. The Mindfulness and Acceptance Workbook for Anxiety: A Guide to Breaking Free from Anxiety, Phobias, and Worry Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy” by John P. Forsyth and Georg H. Eifert
  3. Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy: by David D. Burns
  4. Anxiety: Panicking about Panic: A powerful, self-help guide for those suffering from an Anxiety or Panic Disorder” by Reid Wilson
  5. The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It” by David A. Carbonell

The Anxiety Survival Guide for Teens

The Anxiety Survival Guide for Teens: CBT Skills to Overcome Fear, Worry, and Panic by Jennifer Shannon provides practical and easy-to-understand strategies for teens to manage their anxiety using cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques. The book covers topics such as overcoming negative thoughts, facing feared situations, and developing a personal plan for managing anxiety. It offers step-by-step guidance, real-life examples, and interactive exercises to help teens learn effective coping skills and overcome anxiety. The book is written in a friendly, relatable tone and is highly rated by teens and their parents.

The Mindfulness and Acceptance Workbook for Anxiety

The Mindfulness and Acceptance Workbook for Anxiety: A Guide to Breaking Free from Anxiety, Phobias, and Worry Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy by John P. Forsyth and Georg H. Eifert uses acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) principles to help readers overcome anxiety. The book teaches the reader how to develop a greater awareness of thoughts and feelings without being overwhelmed by them and how to focus on what truly matters in life. The authors guide the reader through exercises and strategies for accepting difficult thoughts and emotions, rather than fighting against them, to reduce anxiety and increase well-being. The book also includes case examples and practical tools for developing a more fulfilling life and achieving personal goals, despite anxiety and fear. It is highly recommended for those seeking a non-traditional approach to managing anxiety.

Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy

Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy by David D. Burns is a self-help book that provides a cognitive-behavioural approach to treating depression and anxiety. The book explains how negative thoughts and beliefs can lead to low mood and anxiety and offers practical strategies for changing these thought patterns. The author introduces the concept of “cognitive distortions,” common patterns of thinking that lead to negative emotions, and provides techniques for recognizing and refuting these thought patterns. The book also covers issues such as anger, guilt, and low self-esteem and provides step-by-step guidance for developing more positive thoughts and emotions. “Feeling Good” has been widely recognized for its effective approach and has helped many people overcome depression and anxiety.

Anxiety – Panicking about Panic

Anxiety: Panicking about Panic: A powerful, self-help guide for those suffering from an Anxiety or Panic Disorder by Reid Wilson is a self-help book that provides practical strategies for managing panic and anxiety disorders. The author, a licensed psychologist, explains the underlying causes of panic and anxiety and offers practical advice for overcoming these issues. The book covers topics such as facing and accepting anxiety, avoiding avoidance behaviour and learning how to “ride the wave” of panic and anxiety. The author provides detailed instructions and exercises for developing a personal plan for managing anxiety and teaches the reader how to take control of their thoughts and emotions. The book has been highly rated by those who have used it to overcome anxiety and panic and is a valuable resource for those seeking a self-help approach to managing these issues.

The Worry Trick

The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It by David A. Carbonell is a self-help book that explores the underlying causes of worry and anxiety and offers practical strategies for overcoming them. The author, a psychologist and expert in anxiety treatment, explains how the brain can create unrealistic scenarios and negative thought patterns, leading to persistent worry and anxiety. He provides practical tools for recognizing and changing these thought patterns, including techniques for reducing avoidance behaviour, developing realistic expectations, and gaining a deeper understanding of anxiety. The book also covers issues such as social anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, and panic disorder and provides step-by-step guidance for developing a more positive outlook and reducing anxiety. The book is highly recommended for those seeking a practical and effective approach to managing worry and anxiety.

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