Books on Prescription
Book Yourself to Health: Would you like to better understand conditions and how they can be managed? - Find information that will help you through Books on 'Prescription'.
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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Mental Help - Website
https://publicprotectionwestlothian.org.uk/article/39482/Mental-Help-WebsiteThe Mental Help Net website exists to promote mental health and wellness education and advocacy.
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Asthma UK - Website
https://publicprotectionwestlothian.org.uk/article/39468/Asthma-UK-WebsiteAsthma UK is the UK's leading asthma charity. There are over five million people with asthma in the UK, and we're here for them when they need us most.
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Anxiety UK - Website
https://publicprotectionwestlothian.org.uk/article/39479/Anxiety-UK-WebsiteAnxiety UK is a national registered charity (Number 1113403) formed 40 years ago by a sufferer of agoraphobia for those affected by anxiety disorders.
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Doing Well - Website
https://publicprotectionwestlothian.org.uk/article/39483/Doing-Well-WebsiteThis site is designed to help you assess your mood- and to know what to do next if you are depressed.
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The Mood Gym - Website
https://publicprotectionwestlothian.org.uk/article/39484/The-Mood-Gym-WebsiteLearn cognitive behaviour therapy skills for preventing and coping with depression
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Child and Adolescent Mental Health
https://publicprotectionwestlothian.org.uk/article/39332/Child-and-Adolescent-Mental-Health...
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Incontinence
https://publicprotectionwestlothian.org.uk/article/39333/Incontinence...
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Parenting the Strong Willed Child - the clinically proven five-week program for parents of two- to six-year-olds
https://publicprotectionwestlothian.org.uk/article/39437/Parenting-the-Strong-Willed-Child-the-clinically-proven-five-week-program-for-parents-of-two-to-six-year-oldsBased on a clinical treatment program and more than 30 years of research, this self-guided, step-by-step program is intended to help parents manage disruptive y...
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How to live with Autism and Aspergers' Syndrome - practical strategies for parents and professionals
https://publicprotectionwestlothian.org.uk/article/39433/How-to-live-with-Autism-and-Aspergers-Syndrome-practical-strategies-for-parents-and-professionalsThis accessible and valuable introduction to caring for a child with autism is an ideal resource for teachers and members of a child with autism's immediate and...
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Diabetes - a practical guide to managing your health
https://publicprotectionwestlothian.org.uk/article/39454/Diabetes-a-practical-guide-to-managing-your-healthThis one-stop expert guide to managing diabetes covers all types of diabetes and includes the special concerns of diabetes in children and teenagers. The guide ...