Freeing Your Child from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: A Powerful, Practical Program for Parents of Children and Adolescents

by Tamar E. Chansky

Book Overview

An empowering guide to helping children with OCD thrive and find relief from their most distressing symptoms, for kids as young as age four to teens

"Dr. Chansky has accomplished a tour de force, which is certain to offer much-needed assistance both to children with OCD-related problems and to their families."--Jeffrey M. Schwartz, MD, author of Brain Lock

Parents of children with obsessive-compulsive...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0812931173
• ISBN13: 9780812931174
• Release Date: July 2001
• Publisher: Harmony
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

Wonderful Book for Coping with all Anxiety-related Disorders

My son was recently diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome and OCD. I immediately began reading all the books I could find on the two disorders, and this one was by far the most helpful. I especially appreciated the author telling us what to tell our children --- how to put it into words they will understand. Not only did I find help for my son, but I found it for myself as well, as I've struggled with panic disorder for years. The author discusses a variety of anxiety-related disorders and other OCD-related problems, and gives solid advice for taking charge of your own mind. A very useful and informative book!

A Book Worth Buying

I was very frightened when my young daughter began displaying obsessive-compulsive behavior. The scariest part was that I was unable to offer help to her even when she asked for it. I did not know whether to continually reassure, punish, or ignore her. After reading Dr. Chansky's book, I no longer lay awake worrying about her future. This book is full of hope and practical advice that works.I tried her suggestions and noticed a difference in my daughter's level of anxiety immediately. Dr. Chansky has ways of explaining OCD to a child that make it less scary and more understandable. By treating OCD as a "third person" the child is able to separate the OCD voices from their own reasonable thoughts.I liked the book so much that I took it to my pediatrician so she could recommend it to other parents of OCD children.

A must-have resource for OCD parents

I am a mother whose young child experienced an abrupt onset of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder two years ago. Since that time I have read every book available on the subject of OCD in children. Dr. Chansky's book stands out among them for its demystifying explanations of the disorder's symptoms and how they are experienced by the sufferer, and most importantly what to do about them. This book is one I regularly refer to as I help my child along the path toward recovery.If your child is struggling with OCD, I very much recommend you read "Freeing Your Child from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder". It has been an invaluable resource for our family, and I am grateful to Dr. Chansky for writing it.

Freeing Your Child From Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: A Pow

Tamar Chansky really captures the essence of OCD from the patient's point of view. I have lived with OCD since my early teens and have read every book I can find on the subject. I have to say that no other author has so accurately captured the suffering, control, oppressive guilt and desire to break free that the OCD sufferer feels every day. My child has also shown signs of the disorder and fortunately I was able to get her treatment as OCD first reared it's ugly head due to my own experience with the disorder. Dr. Chansky's book is right on. Her recommendations and techniques provide an effective blueprint for parents to follow in saving their children from this insidious robber of normalcy and in helping the family survive the upheaval that accompanies OCD.

Freeing Your Child from Obsessive=Compulsive Disorder

When I first realized that my daughter had OCD, I felt as though I had died, or more accurately, she had, and a terrifying stranger had taken my daughter's place. Years later, though I have come to understand this stranger, this enemy who periodically resurfaces and attempts to swallow up her life, and ultimately, our entire family's, I still shudder at its return. This time; however, I was armed! Reading Dr. Tamar E. Chansky's book, Freeing Your Child from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, a clearly written and straightforward guide, felt as though I had my own therapist, supporting me step-by-step, reminding me that I can really help my daughter "take charge" of her own life again, by being her most supportive coach. Using crystal clear language, Dr. Chansky defines OCD and walks parents through the process necessary to free their child from its grip. Dr. Chansky manages to address questions and concerns that parents might have without making us feel to blame and helps us to see this disease for what it is -- a biochemical disorder of the brain that can be stopped in its tracks, or at the very least, controlled. I know... Night after night, as I sat at my daughter's bedside, watching her slip back into OCD's hold, I mustered the strength to use Dr. Chansky's recommendations, to remember her advise, and to hold on for dear life to her supportive encouragement. Slowly, I watched my daughter become herself again! Freeing Your Child from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is invaluable for any parent beginning to suspect that their child might suffer from the disorder or if, like me, they have been tangling with it for many years. It also provides its readers with information about what to look for when searching for professional help, addresses the issue of medication, and provides a useful guide to related books, videos, and organizations. In other words, Dr. Chansky helps parents of children with OCD become educated partners in their recovery. I cannot thank her enough.