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Workbook co-authored by UH psychologist offers self-help for those suffering anxieties
Whether it's a fear of flying, worries over the economy, stage fright or nervousness in crowds, anxieties are a daily obstacle for millions of Americans. As director of the University of Houston's Anxiety Disorders Clinic, Peter Norton researches anxiety disorders and helps people overcome them. Now, his insight is presented in a new book focused on teaching people how to self-treat their anxieties and phobias.

Brazil’s women read their way to the top: Self-help is the rage, and an American author is becoming a South American hero
The women of Brazil are using their income wisely to invest in the future. They are pumping money into the economy. And one of their smartest investments is books – self-help books that are helping them negotiate this brave new world. Brazilian men are not happy with rapid changes in the balance of power, and women are looking for a road map to help them navigate through the push back. That’s where Carter enters the picture.

West Brook grad Windell Pitre balances life through self-help
"My life wasn't balanced. I wasn't really focused on things like I should have been," Pitre said. "I had to sit down and regain my focus and understand how I can go about reaching my goals." His book, the first of a three-part series, will show people how to avoid some of the pitfalls he experienced

Alain de Botton: Why self-help books are useful
There is no more ridiculed literary genre than the self-help book. Admit that you regularly turn to such titles to help you cope with existence and you are liable to attract the scorn and suspicion of all who aspire to look well educated and well bred

Author and certified professional organizer wins second award for self-help book
Sheila McCurdy has been an organizer all her life and may be the most organized resident in Upland. McCurdy recently won a National Best Books Award for her self-help book, "The Floor Is Not An Option," second edition.

LifeCoach: Our experts answer questions
Our panel of experts answers your questions on a labrador that loves smells, an over-concerned grandfather and telltale signs of over-exercise

Debt advice proposals unveiled
New proposals have been revealed by the Citizens Advice Bureau on how people struggling with escalating bills could be aided through an overhaul of the self-help debt system

Author releases self-help book on audio
Billed as "ancient wisdom from the martial arts for powerful living," the book aims to help people overcome fear by teaching them how to think and act when crises and unexpected events hit them.

Many video 'games' are for personal growth
Ubisoft's latest Nintendo DS game can hardly be called a game...But the game, due this month, is just the latest in a growing tide of new titles, mostly Nintendo DS games, that help players achieve a personal goal or obtain a usable skill

Self-Help Book On Instant Self Hypnosis
Are you making the most of hypnosis? This is the question that Blair asks his readers. Now you can improve your life just by reading a book. A self-hypnosis book that allows you to hypnotize yourself as you read....

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