Iona K Lister
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Based in the United Kingdom, I have written four published books and hundreds of articles. Subjects cover a wide range – including psychology, health, crafts and human rights.
I currently work as a facilitator and tutor in counseling, and creative writing skills. I also continue to write books. I have had a long career in the UK health service, working with people with neurological diseases, head injuries and cancer.
Latest Articles
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Posterior Vitreous Detachment (PVD)
This article highlights the causes, signs, symptoms and management of PVD, which is characterised by the presence of floaters and flashes in a person's visual field.
Jan 13, 2010
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Emotional Intelligence in Counseling
There are several aspects of emotional intelligence that are very important for those with counseling, helping or mentoring roles.
Jan 9, 2010
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
This article highlights the negative or distorted perceptions of situations that anxious or depressed people may have and how CBT can help.
Jan 8, 2010
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Fear of Driving
This article highlights the causes, characteristics and treatment of anxieties and phobia relating to driving cars.
Jan 31, 2008
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Understanding Emetophobia
This highlights the characteristics and symptoms of the phobia of vomiting, emetophobia, as well as its successful treatment.
Jan 30, 2008
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Charles Bonnet Syndrome
Sometimes, blind people experience visions or hallucinations. This condition is different from the hallucinations experienced from those with mental health disorders.
Jan 25, 2008
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Managing Depression
People with depression can experience feelings of sadness, low self-esteem and hopelessness that are so intense they interfere with day-to-day living.
Jan 25, 2008
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Being a Good Counselor
This defines counseling and describes skills of an effective counselor, including being non-judgmental, having warmth, genuineness, discretion and other specifics.
Jan 22, 2008
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Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
This article describes the causes, signs, diagnosis and treatment of this eye disease that a small minority of premature babies may develop.
Jan 21, 2008
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Understanding Uveitis
This article explains the types, causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this eye condition, in which early diagnosis is important for its optimum management.
Jan 21, 2008
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