Publisher's Synopsis
Lose Weight, Stop Stress and Make Better Love in 5 Easy Steps by Training Your Brain, is a science-based method to help you not only lose weight but also keep weight off. Dr. Frank Sommers, MD will guide you to the secret of using your brain power to eat and live in a healthier, less stressed, more productive way. In addition, using modern brain science, you will be able to apply the techniques learned here to enhance the pleasure in your love life, and even sleep better. In this innovative book, Dr. Sommers shares his therapeutic breakthroughs in the service of helping with weight, stress and love life problems affecting the lives of millions of people, worldwide. The wallet card with the 5 Steps available in the book, is a free bonus that can be with you at all times as a constant companion, strengthening your ability to cope with food/drink, hunger, and stress. It is key to a more fulfilled, happier life. In addition, information on how to acquire the 5 Step Mobile Apps is also in the book. Dr. Frank G. Sommers is a medical doctor treating patients for over four decades, first as a family physician, then as a psychiatrist. A former member of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, and of the Canadian Forces (Reserves) with service in Afghanistan, he is in private practice of couple and sexual therapy, and is a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association. Professional Endorsements: "A clinically sophisticated approach to weight management that provides down to earth guidance for working with stress and other triggers of emotional eating." Dr. Zindel B. Segal, Ph.D., C.Psych., Cameron Wilson Chair in Depression Studies, Professor of Psychiatry, University of Toronto; "This is an insightful, practical book and an easy read to achieve most in life we truly want. It is from a master psychiatric clinician and researcher of sexuality and stress reduction. It's easy to accomplish the simple 5 steps to avoid and reduce anxiety and stress. To do it inspires and satisfies. It works. Eat and love better. Everyone begin now." Dr. Gordon D. Jensen, M.D., Life Fellow, American Psychiatric Association, Emeritus Professor of Psychiatry, University of California, School of Medicine, Davis; "This looks interesting. It incorporates elements of CBT, Mindfulness and relaxation therapy. It will be very helpful." Dr. Valerie H. Taylor, MD, PhD, FRCPC, Psychiatrist-in-chief, Women's College Hospital, Associate Professor, University of Toronto Mental Health Chair, Canadian Obesity Network; "I think this book is so practical and down to earth that everyone should read it. It makes so much sense that everyone can benefit." Dr. Peggy J. Kleinplatz, Ph.D., Professor, Faculty of Medicine, and Clinical Professor, School of Psychology, University of Ottawa.
