Facing and Fighting Fatigue: A Practical Approach (Boswell's Correspondence;7;yale Ed.of)

In this book, an eminent specialist in fatigue disorders - a physician who is sensitive and empathic to patients' complaints - discusses all kinds of fatigue problems, explaining what fatigue is, what causes it, how to combat it, and what patients should know when consulting a doctor about symptoms.

Virginia Galloway

This book provides knowledge about the causes of fatigue, both the kind that everyone experiences and the kind that is generated by illness, and about methods of coping with fatigue. The author's intent is to provide knowledge and coping strategies for dealing with the disturbing symptom of fatigue, whether resulting from illness or stress. The book is useful for people for whom fatigue is a frequent problem. It helps readers to understand the nature of fatigue and the myriad treatments available, ranging from time management and relaxation techniques to medication therapy. The primary audience is the more than ten percent of the population for whom fatigue is a frequent, if not constant, companion. The book is also a useful guide for persons suffering from transient fatigue, either from illness or stress. The author is learned in this field, having had experience with hundreds of such patients. The illustrations and tables are useful tools for understanding complex topics. The references are current and pertinent. The appearance is appropriate for the intended audience. A unique and very helpful feature of the book is the resources it provides the reader, including: finding the right doctor; web addresses of chronic fatigue syndrome sites; examples of relaxation techniques; and referral phone numbers. This book is informative and empowering for those coping with fatigue, either chronically or intermittently. It is a useful resource for the library bookstore as well as the individual suffering from fatigue.