{"product_id":"the-thought-that-counts-a-firsthand-account-of-one-teenagers-experience-with-obsessive-compulsive-disorder-9780195316896","title":"The Thought That Counts: A Firsthand Account of One Teenager's Experience with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder","description":"For the more than 2 million Americans with obsessive-compulsive disorder, the intrusive thoughts and uncontrollable behaviors can take a harsh toll, as author Jared Douglas Kant knows all too well. Diagnosed with OCD at age 11, Jared became ruled by dread of deadly germs and diseases, the\u003cbr\u003eunrelenting need to count and check things, and a persistent, nagging doubt that overshadowed his life. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e In \u003cem\u003eThe Thought that Counts\u003c\/em\u003e, Jared shares his deeply personal account of trial, tribulation, and ultimately triumph. Using anecdotes, narratives and sidebars, this book adds a human face to a complex disorder. Jared's funny, often touching, sometimes harrowing tale makes for compelling reading.\u003cbr\u003eYet his memoir is only half the story. With the help of psychologist Martin Franklin, Ph.D., and veteran science writer Linda Wasmer Andrews, Jared paints the big picture for other teens with OCD. Drawing on the latest scientific and medical evidence, he explains how to recognize warning signs, \u003cbr\u003ewhere to find help, and what treatments have proved effective. Jared also offers practical suggestions on managing the symptoms of OCD at home, at school, and in relationships with family and friends. The result is both an absorbing memoir and a useful guide that will help to ease the isolation\u003cbr\u003ecaused by OCD, assuring anyone recently diagnosed with the disease that, with commitment and hard work, they can overcome this illness. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Part of the Adolescent Mental Health Initiative series of books written specifically for teens and young adults, this volume offers hope to young people who are struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder, helping them to overcome the challenges of this illness and go on to lead healthy, \u003cbr\u003eproductive lives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Oxford University Press, USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/04\/2008\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780195316896\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 192\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.58lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.28h x 5.99w x 0.53d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Citations: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e 08\/01\/2008 pg. 147\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Jared Kant, Martin Franklin Ph. D., Linda Wasmer Andrews","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42353010835637,"sku":"9780195316896","price":13.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/products\/img_cc40cf6d-0740-4611-90e8-5d0335d219fa.jpg?v=1661842305","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/the-thought-that-counts-a-firsthand-account-of-one-teenagers-experience-with-obsessive-compulsive-disorder-9780195316896","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}