Books on Prescription
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What is Books on Prescription?
The books recommended by professionals for books on 'prescription' have a focus on information and self-help, helping people to understand their difficulties and to make positive changes in their lives. Some of these books can also be helpful for relatives, friends and carers to read to increase their understanding of a particular difficulty.
Whilst information and self-help can be very beneficial, they may not be sufficient in some situations.
If there is no improvement or things get worse, after trying the strategies in the book, seek help from a trained professional such as a GP or nurse.
Every library in West Lothian has copies of the recommended books.
Borrow Books Online
You can borrow all relevant titles online using our Books on Prescription Online book search
Further Information
For more information contact either:
- jeanette.castle@westlothian.gov.uk (Central Support Co-ordinator for Libraries and Heritage, West Lothian Libraries). Tel: 01506 281273
- The Big Plus - 0800 917 8000 - To get better at reading, writing or using numbers, call this number and you will be put in touch with someone who will help you to do this in West Lothian.
- NHS Inform (opens new window) - a new national health information service for Scotland. Information for the public, patients and carers.
Search results
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Overcoming depression and low mood - a five areas approach
https://publicprotectionwestlothian.org.uk/article/39489/Overcoming-depression-and-low-mood-a-five-areas-approachOvercoming Depression is divided into workbooks that are designed to help those experiencing mild to moderate levels of depression. The workbooks are clearly wr...
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Caring for someone with a heart problem
https://publicprotectionwestlothian.org.uk/article/39460/Caring-for-someone-with-a-heart-problemCoronary heart disease is the greatest cause of ill health and death in the western world, and a particularly common problem in the UK. This book offers practic...
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Phobics Society - Website
https://publicprotectionwestlothian.org.uk/article/39481/Phobics-Society-WebsiteThis website is made by a few individuals who felt that there was a need for better overall understanding of phobias and healthcare across the country.
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No Panic - Website
https://publicprotectionwestlothian.org.uk/article/39497/No-Panic-WebsiteNo Panic is a registered charity which helps people who suffer from Panic Attacks, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders and other related anxiety disorders i...
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COPD Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
https://publicprotectionwestlothian.org.uk/article/39465/COPD-Chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-diseaseUnderstanding Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease By Daniel Lee