Hyperventilation Syndrome (Rev Ed): Breathing Pattern Disorders and How to Overcome Them

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The must-have treatment guide for sufferers of the breathing disorder of hyperventilation. The must-have treatment guide for sufferers of the breathing disorder of hyperventilation. Do you sometimes experience panicky feelings for no apparent reason? Do you experience tingling sensations in your lips or fingertips - or both? Do you frequently feel 'spaced out' or find it hard to concentrate at work? Do you sometimes feel breathless for no apparent reason? Have you ever been accused of being a hypochondriac? Has your self-confidence taken a nose dive? If so, you are not alone. Twelve per cent of the population suffer from hyperventilation syndrome in varying degrees and experience distressing fears along with the puzzling array of symptoms that accompany bad breathing. This fully revised edition of this important book by world-renowned expert contains a workbook section to help the reader identify how their stress levels, sleep and symptom patterns interrelate with each other. Also included are a number of personal stories from people who have been identified as chronic hyperventilators and who have overcome the problems by using the drug-free methods outlined in this marvellous book, which has been continuously in print for 20 years.

Dinah Bradley is trained and qualified physiotherapist who has been involved in many areas of health care. She is recognised by medical practitioners around the world as an expert spokesperson on hyperventilation and runs her own breathing clinic.