Living with Fibromyalgia

"This book will give you excellent insight into the psychological stages of this severe illness and how to navigate them. A must-read for those who choose to reclaim control over their own lives!" -- Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D., bestselling author of From Fatigued to Fantastic! Although there is no known cure for fibromyalgia (FM), a combination of medicine and lifestyle changes can be very effective in managing and alleviating your symptoms. Living with Fibromyalgia introduces a revolutionary plan to help you adapt to this chronic illness. Divided into four steps, the plan involves: Assessing reactions to this life-disrupting illness Securing adequate professional and emotional care Rebuilding your life and your relationships with others Stabilizing fibromyalgia with stress and crisis management Written by a lifelong FM survivor and a physician, this is the first book to address the unique social and emotional challenges presented by fibromyalgia. Living with Fibromyalgia discusses how you can: Understand and manage your symptoms Overcome blocks, setbacks, and pitfalls Cope with the stigma of having a chronic illness Re-create a satisfying way of life for you and your family despite FM Rebuild your career and your social life Redefine your self-worth and more Real stories from people living with FM are also featured. This empowering guide will help all those affected by FM build a more rewarding life.