Books - Resources: Chronic Fatigue
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Chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia: An Essential Guide for Patients and Their Families Daniel J. Wallace, M.D., and Janice Brock Wallace (Oxford University Press, 2003, 196 pages)
This book provides a concise guide, written in layman's language, to the symptoms and treatment of fibromyalgia. It includes practical advice about pain relief, medications, work, and disability programs.
Living Well with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia Mary J. Shomon (HarperCollins, 2004, 416 pages)
This reader-friendly book provides information on risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of both chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia. It discusses both medical and complementary therapies.
The Doctor's Guide to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Understanding, Treating and Living with CFIDS David S. Bell, M.D. (Addison Wesley, 1995, 304 pages)
This well-written book by an expert on the condition covers a broad range of information, including causes of the illness, diagnosis, and treatment. While the information is somewhat dated, it provides a good overview of the field.
Eating for energy
Eat, Drink, and Be Healthy: The Harvard Medical School Guide to Healthy Eating Walter C. Willett, M.D., with P.J. Skerrett (Free Press, 2005, 352 pages)
This recently updated book separates nutrition fact from fiction and discusses how foods help prevent illnesses and possibly serve as a hedge against fatigue.
Menopause
Dr. Susan Love's Menopause and Hormone Book: Making Informed Choices About Menopause Susan M. Love, M.D., and Karen Lindsey (Three Rivers Press, 2003, 432 pages)
In this book, a well-known women's health advocate and breast surgeon presents the latest information on menopause and provides advice about how to manage symptoms and menopause-related health issues with both traditional and alternative approaches. An in-depth questionnaire helps readers make decisions based on their personal values and health histories.
The Wisdom of Menopause Christiane Northrup, M.D. (Bantam Books, 2003, 608 pages)
This book takes a holistic, positive approach to understanding and dealing with the changes that occur throughout the menopausal transition. Topics include diet and exercise, sexuality, sleep, depression, hormones, and bone and heart health.
Sleep
The Promise of Sleep William C. Dement, M.D., Ph.D., and Christopher Vaughan (Dell Books, 2000, 512 pages)
This book provides a thorough overview of sleep research and sleep problems by a respected pioneer in sleep medicine. It includes information on common sleep disorders and their treatments, as well as tips for a "sleep-smart" lifestyle.
A Woman's Guide to Sleep Disorders Meir H. Kryger, M.D. (McGraw-Hill, 2004, 316 pages)
This book, written by a past president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, provides a comprehensive look at sleep disorders among women of all ages and stages of life, and includes chapters on pregnancy- and menopause-related sleep issues. Also included in the book are a listing of resources and a sleep diary.
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