Now That You've Lost It

Book excerpt: For many people, weight-loss programs have been a cruel hoax. How often do you hear someone say: “I have no trouble losing weight; I’ve lost hundreds of pounds—but then I always gain it back, and usually a little extra.” Now That You’ve Lost It lays out a comprehensive system for permanent weight control, focusing on staying at goal weight. Teaching powerful thinking skills, it describes what is needed for success, shows the reader how to assess his or her particular needs, and systematically teaches how to: Cope with binge eating Overcome backsliding Manage anger and loneliness Use self-talk effectively Learn to “think smart” Cope with social influences Overcome depression and anxiety Cope with success [Author bio] Joyce D. Nash holds two Ph.D.s—one in clinical psychology from the Pacific Graduate School of Psychology, and one in communication from Stanford University, where she did post-doctoral work at the School of Medicine. Dr. Nash is the author of several books on various topics related to behavioral medicine.