Mind-Body Books to Prepare for Surgery

• Prepare for Surgery, Heal Faster: A Guide of Mind-Body Techniques by P. Huddleston, Campidge, MA: Angel River Press, 1996. http://www.healfaster.com/
• A Patient’s Guide to Surgery by Bradley EL III. Yonkers, N.Y., 1994, Consumer Reports Books

Guided Imagery and Relaxation Audio Tapes, Compact Discs

• Cleveland Clinic Foundation Relaxation Audio Tapes by the Department of Psychiatry and Psychology, Section of Health Psychology:

To order, call (216) 444-5816 or (800) 223-2273, ext. 45816.

• Guided Imagery, Inc. audiotapes designed by Diane Tusek, RN, BSN, to be used by anyone needing assistance with a stressful or difficult time. 1-440-944-9292, 2937 Lamplight Lane, Willoughby Hills, Ohio 44094; See Guided Imagery .
• Health Journeys – a physician-endorsed, carefully researched group of guided imagery audiotapes and compact disks designed by Belleruth Naparstek, a psychotherapist & author, to complement traditional medical treatment for 31 different health and mental health conditions. The tapes help patients relax, feel stronger, and mobilize their inner resources for combating illnesses and staying well. Image Paths, Inc., 891 Moe Drive, Suite C, Akron, OH 44310. Phone: (800) 800-8661. http://www.healthjourneys.com/
• New Harbinger Publications, Inc. 5674 Shattuck Avenue, Oakland, CA 94609. (800) 748-6273 Offers audiotapes and books for visualization, relaxation and relaxing music. www.newharbinger.com
• Whole Person Associates, 210 West Michingan, Deluth, MN, 55802-1908. Offers a variety of audiotapes containing relaxing music, guided imagery and relaxation exercises. http://www.wholeperson.com/
• Stress Management Home Training Course – A comprehensive program, including two audiotapes and a manual to guide you through a home stress management course. For more information or to order, call the Department of Psychiatry and Psychology (216) 444-5816 or (800) 223-2273 ext. 45816
• Cleveland Clinic Gift Shop (216) 444-1700 or (800) 223-2273 ext. 41700
• Cleveland Clinic Health Information Store: www.clevelandclinic.org/health/products

Internet Sites

• Department of Psychiatry and Psychology
• The Center for Integrative Medicine Clinical Practice
• American Heart Association - http://www.americanheart.org/
• Cleveland Clinic Health Information Lipary - http://www.clevelandclinic.org/health/search/
• National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute - http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/index.htm
• National Library of Medicine MedLine Plus - http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/
• National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine - http://nccam.nih.gov/

Individual and Group Counseling 

• Cleveland Clinic Foundation Department of Psychiatry and Psychology, Section of Health Psychology for an individual consultation for stress management – (216) 444-9040 or (800) 223-2273 ext. 49040
• The Center for Integrative Medicine Clinical Practice - Offers a variety of programs and therapies - including tai chi, pilates, massage, guided imagery, reiki, and more. To register for any of these: contact the The Center for Integrative Medicine Clinical Practice - One Eagle Valley Court, Broadview Hts. (216) 986-HEAL [ 77 south to Route 82 east. Left on Old Royalton (1st light), left on Harris, left on Eagle Valley Court]

Stress Management & Relaxation Books

• Don’t Sweat the Small stuff by Richard Carlson, Ph.D., Hyperion Press, 1998
• The Relaxation Response by H. Benson, M. Klipper, Mass Market Paperback, 1990.
• Thoughts & Feelings: Taking Control of Your Moods and Your Life by M. McKay, Ph.D., New Harbinger Publications, 1997. www.newharbinger.com
• The Anxiety & Phobia Workbook by E. Bourne, Ph.D., New Harbinger Publications, 1995. www.newharbinger.com
• The Relaxation & Stress Reduction Workbook, 4^th Edication by M. Davis, Ph.D., etal., New Harbinger Publications, 1995. www.newharbinger.com
• Mind-Body Medicine: How to Use your Mind for Better Health, edited by D. Goleman and J. Gurin, Yonkers, NY: Consumer Reports Books, 1995.