Take Charge of Your Diet: A Self-Help Workbook Using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

This workbook provides a new approach to weight loss based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). It offers practical tools to help slimmers adhere to their chosen diet and includes ten easy-to-follow stages, similar to those in addiction recovery. The author aims for the reader to use the traditional tools of addiction treatment to become their own weight loss coach, and the book is designed as a companion to a diet to increase motivation and self-confidence.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 30 September 2021
Publisher: Free Association Books

This workbook is a concise and accessible guide that provides a novel approach to weight loss based on the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Rather than prescribing a specific diet, it offers practical tools to assist individuals in adhering to their chosen weight loss plan. Written in plain language, the workbook is accessible to a broad audience and draws upon principles extensively discussed in academic research on addiction treatment.

The author, with extensive professional experience working with individuals addicted to alcohol, gambling, and drugs, has adapted the tools of addiction treatment to help individuals manage their weight loss journey. The workbook follows a structured format, similar to manuals used in addiction treatment centers, guiding the reader through ten easy-to-follow stages. These stages are akin to those recommended in addiction recovery but are applied specifically to weight loss. They include keeping a diary, building motivation, identifying unmet needs, drawing a plan, creating new habits, identifying triggers and risk situations, and learning how to deal with cravings and relapse.

The final chapter provides valuable information for family, friends, carers, or professionals to support loved ones or clients through the ten stages. Each chapter offers an explanation of the stage, includes examples to illustrate the task, provides exercises for the reader to complete, and includes helpful tips. The overarching goal is for the reader to utilize the traditional tools of addiction treatment to become their own weight loss coach. This workbook serves as a companion to a diet, enhancing slimmers' motivation and self-confidence and extending beyond weight loss to adapting to life after weight loss.

Weight: 186g
Dimension: 152 x 229 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781911383604