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Binding: PaperbackDewey Decimal Number: 301 EAN: 9780520259850 Edition: 1 ISBN: 0520259858 Label: University of California Press Manufacturer: University of California Press Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 191 Publication Date: March 01, 2009 Publisher: University of California Press Studio: University of California Press Related Items:
Browse for similar items by category: Click to Display Editorial Review: Product Description: In this compelling book, we meet a man who can't let anyone get within a certain distance of his nose, two kleptomaniacs from very different walks of life, an Internet addict who chooses virtual life over real life, a professor with a dangerous gambling habit, and others with equally debilitating compulsive conditions. Writing with compassion, humor, and a deft literary touch, Elias Aboujaoude, an expert on obsessive compulsive disorder and behavioral addictions, tells stories inspired by memorable patients he has treated, taking us from initial contact through the stages of the doctor-patient relationship. Into these interconnected vignettes Aboujaoude weaves his own personal experiences while presenting up-to-date, accessible medical information. Rich in both meaning and symbolism, Compulsive Acts is a journey of personal growth and hope that illuminates a fascinating yet troubling dimension of human experience as it explores a group of potentially disabling conditions that are too often suffered in silence and isolation. Average Rating:
 Rating:  - Both informative and touchingThis was easily one of the most engaging and informative books that I have read in a long time. The stories reflected diverse experiences, but also came together in a very engaging and cohesive manner. Throughout the book, Dr. A's erudition is apparent, as is his humanity. Rather than presenting himself as the "know-it-all" doctor, he exposes his question marks, doubts, and vulnerabilities, alongside his sharp acumen and professional knowledge. An excellent read. Rating:  - Interesting but uninspiringAbout: Psychiatrist Aboujaoude, "Dr. A." as he is know to his staff and patients describes some memorable patients: George, a man with obsessive compulsive disorder who will not let anything get within 3 feet of his nose, Pat who has trichotillomania and pulls her hair out, Tenisha and Hannah, kleptomaniacs who need help with their compulsive thievery, Mr. Huong, the compulsive gambler and Alex the internet addict round out the mix. Pros: References provided. Interesting case studies. ... Read More Rating: - Compulsive Acts, hung up on oddityDr. Aboujaoude's set of stories about five of the many OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder) patients he has treated are very interesting. The prose is simple, direct, and illuminating; his observations & interpretations insightful and edifying. I bought the book because a member of my family has OCD and I wanted to learn more about it -- and to some extent I did. The problem, though, is that Aboujaoude has chosen to write about the more unusual and extreme, not to say 'colorful,' forms this disorder ... Read More Rating: - Touching tales from the good doctorAt his book signing, Dr Elias Aboujaoude looked far too young to be writing about his Impulse Control Disorders Clinic. How much could he have learned in such a short practice? Not much, I thought, as I thumbed through his slim volume. But as he answered questions from the audience, I could sense his interest in helping others, his kindness and selflessness in being both Dr A to his patients and a storyteller to his readers. In "Compulsive Acts", Dr A gently recounts five ... Read More Rating:  - But then what happened?!?!?A good book, with enough medical information mixed with the narrative to make it informative as well as entertaining. This was an interesting read, but the end (or lack there of) left me wondering what happened to the patient in the last chapter. 
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