Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Illness and Disability

Preface

Acknowledgments

Part1: Theoretical Foundations and General Practice Guidelines
Introduction to Part1
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Overview of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Chapter 3: The Psychological Complexities of Chronic Illness and Impairment
Chapter 4: The Initial Assessment and Orientation to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Chapter 5: The Subsequent Sessions of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Chapter 6: Introduction to the Techniques of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Chapter 7: Techniques for Addressing Maladaptive Cognitions that are Unrealistic
Chapter 8: Techniques for Addressing Realistic but Maladaptive Cognitions
Chapter 9: Behavioral Approaches
Chapter 10: Unique Features of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Clients with Chronic Conditions

Part2: Related Knowledge
Introduction to Part2
Chapter 11: Believing in Empathy: The Need for a Novel Approach
Chapter 12: Instilling Hope in People with Chronic Conditions
Chapter 13: Overcoming Motivational Dilemmas in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Part3: Specific Applications of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to Fatigue, Pain, Sleep Disorders, and Gastrointestinal Dysfunction
Introduction to Part3
Chapter 14: Fatigue: Subtypes, Prevalence, and Associated Conditions
Chapter 15: Cognitive Behavioral Assessment and Treatment Outcomes for Chronic Fatigue: The Case of Nina
Chapter 16: Pain: Subtypes, Prevalence, and Associated Conditions
Chapter 17: Cognitive Behavioral Assessment and Treatment Outcomes for Chronic Pain: The Case of Paulette
Chapter 18: Sleep Dysfunction: Diagnostic Categories, Prevalence, and Associated Conditions
Chapter 19: Cognitive Behavioral Assessment and Treatment Outcomes for Sleep Dysfunction: The Case of Curtis
Chapter 20: Gastrointestinal Dysfunction: Diagnostic Categories, Prevalence, and Associated Conditions
Chapter 21: Cognitive Behavioral Assessment and Treatment Outcomes for Gastrointestinal Dysfunction: The Case of Alex

Renee R. Taylor, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor within the Department of Occupational Therapy at UIC. She currently serves as the Principal Investigator of a chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) research and outcomes demonstration project funded by the National Institute for Disability and Rehabilitation Research within the US Department of Education. This project is designed to evaluate the the efficacy, replicability, and sustainability of peer-based intervention strategies applied to individuals with CFS as implemented within a Center for Independent Living setting. Applying theoretical frameworks of empowerment theory, participatory action research, control theory, and the new paradigm of disability, it is predicted that this community-based intervention will improve overall quality of life, functional capacity, illness severity, coping, and service utilization among individuals with CFS. Dr. Taylor's particular areas of expertise include developing community-based treatment programs for individuals with chronic illnesses, examining the relationship between interpersonal stress, resource loss, and illnesses involving chronic fatigue, and examining different approaches to the treatment of social and environmental issues experienced by individuals with chronic illness.

From the reviews:



"Renee R. Taylor's book, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Illness and Disability, expertly details a treatment method that is well directed ... . The question we must ask ... is: Does the treatment outlined in Taylor's book meet the requirements of a typical managed care company while simultaneously demonstrating adequate clinical validity on the basis of evidence-based practice in psychology (EBPP)? I believe the answer is yes. ... an excellent manual for students of psychology and will undoubtedly provide a basis for instruction ... ." (Monica Kurylo, PsycCRITIQUES, Vol. 52 (6), 2006)