book list
Here is a list of recommended reading - most are available from amazon.co.uk; in which case a direct link is provided. Others are available direct from the author and/or from the IPA store. (Note: IPA store is currently under renovation. If you would like to order a title you may contact Steve Soifer via email).
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Shy Bladder Syndrome In the book, among other topics, Dr. Soifer describes a practice called desensitisation, or graduated exposure therapy. It is a process through which you learn to gradually expose yourself to (rather than AVOID) situations in which you cannot urinate. Considered the definitive book on the subject. |
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Curing Phobias, Shyness & Obsessive Compulsive Also referred to as Phobease.This offers practical advice in treating social phobias, including paruresis. He also teaches classes and is a member of the IPA Advisory Board. |
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Free 2 Pee: A Self Help Guide for Men with Paruresis Though geared towards the male audience, this book provides useful information on secondary paruresis and how to deal with it. In essence, you learn how to be comfortable BEING ANXIOUS. |
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Not Your Normal Family An autobiographical account of the difficulties of growing up and living as an undiagnosed Asperger Syndrome woman; Fiona also suffered from shy bladder until receiving therapy in her late teens. She went on to gain fulfilment by adopting two Down’s Syndrome boys. An inspirational read. |
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I'm OK You're OK |
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TA Today : A New Introduction to Transactional Analysis |
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Knots |
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Do You Really Love Me? |
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Laughter Therapy |
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Brain Lock |
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