Gruman, Jessie C.

AfterShock : what to do when the doctor gives you, or someone you love, a devastating diagnosis / After shock : what to do when the doctor gives you, or someone you love, a devastating diagnosis Jessie Gruman. - 1st U.S. ed. - New York : Walker & Co., 2007. - xxiii, 276 p. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

In shock -- Get acquainted with your disease and its treatment -- Involve others -- Find the right doctors and hospitals -- Gather expert opinions about your diagnosis and treatment -- Get timely care -- What will I do about work? -- Pay for care -- Find a little relief -- Take your next steps.

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Chronic diseases--Psychological aspects.
Chronically ill.
Chronically ill--Family relationships.
Adjustment (Psychology)
Chronic Disease--psychology--Popular Works.
Family Relations--Popular Works.
Adaptation, Psychological--Popular Works.

Class of Fall 2007 American Academy Distinguished Visitor Distinguished Visitor

RC108 / .G78 2007

616.044