Stress is probably the single most important factor that causes women to complain about the Hurried Woman Syndrome. Sometimes the stress can’t be avoided, such as a sick child or a high-powered career. However, for the majority of women, much of the stress is avoidable or at least could be managed better. These avoidable stresses are those that often come from a busy, hectic schedule and lifestyle choices that many of us have embraced as completely "normal." Yet, the effects of this kind of stress, what Dr. Bost calls "hurry," can have very significant long-term and wide-reaching consequences for the woman who labors under it and those around her who suffer along with her.

To treat the Hurried Woman Syndrome, Dr. Bost has created a highly effective, medically sound seven-step program that will enable you to identify a strategy for each of the problem areas.

· Identify the causes stress and worry in your life, including those that are less obvious but often most damaging.

· Lower your stress levels by taking advantage of four key resources: people, money, experience and time.

· Regain your lost energy and happiness.

· Learn the principles for achieving and maintaining a healthier body.

· Rekindle passion in your relationships.

· Take an attitude and mood self-assessment quiz to determine whether your symptoms may require medical attention. (Antidepressant medication can provide assistance, and specific recommendations for making good choices with a doctor are covered here).

Whatever combination of techniques is right for you, Dr. Bost reminds you that the Hurried Woman Syndrome is curable. His book offers the first integrated program for overcoming the symptoms that make up the syndrome. With proper guidance, most sufferers can quickly reverse the symptoms of Hurried Woman Syndrome and regain their energy and love of life.

By Brent W. Bost, M.D., FACOG, Foreword by Annette Smick, M.D.

McGraw-Hill ▪ March 2005 ▪ 0-07-144557-3

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