Emetophobia Manual 3-28: Free Yourself from the Fear of Vomit and Reclaim Your Life

by Ken Goodman

Emetophobia is one of the least known and most debilitating phobias. Based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, this groundbreaking book provides the strategies for overcoming the fear of vomit and panic attacks in an easy to follow, step-by-step process. You cannot overcome fears simply by learning new information. You heal yourself by living new experiences. The Emetophobia Manual is more than a book. It’s an experiential program that includes dozens of transformative exercises as well as QR codes which link to videos you can view on your smartphone. With eye-opening metaphors, powerful tools, and inspiring anecdotes, The Emetophobia Manual motivates you to take the steps to free yourself from the fear of vomit. Otherwise, it’s like reading a cookbook in bed. In the end, you have nothing to show for it. If you fear tossing your cookies, this book contains the recipe for happiness.“If you allow this remarkable book to serve as your guide, you’ll be more successful than you ever imagined. It delivers tactics that are critical to your success.” Reid Wilson, Ph.D. Author of Stopping the Noise in Your Head “This manual is brain re-wiring, cognitive-behavioral therapy at its best!” Elizabeth DuPont Spencer, L.C.S.W. Author of The Anxiety Cure “This comprehensive manual exquisitely captures the incessant inner dialogue of people with this disabling condition, written by THE expert in the field. With the numerous QR codes which link to videos and photos, there is no other book like it.” Sally Winston Psy.D. Author of Overcoming Unwanted Intrusive Thoughts

Genres: Self Help, Nonfiction

254 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 28, 2021

Reviews

[Charlotte · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’ve suffered from emetophobia since early childhood, but for most of my life, I was only triggered on the rare occasion when I or someone near me was ill. That didn’t feel like something that needed fixing. Recently though, for reasons unbeknownst to me, my triggers began expanding. I was always googling “how long is (insert food) good for after opening” when I had lived my first 30+ years of life not knowing or being concerned with this information. I also worry a lot about food being left out at room temp for too long, food not being cooked or handled properly, and many other things related to food safety. After seeing 2 therapists who had never heard of emetophobia and not feeling understood, I decided to try finding a book specifically about this phobia.

I’m not sure where my rating is gonna land yet. On the negative side, this is a very expensive paperback at $30, and while overall the book did make me feel seen and understood, a lot of the content and suggestions felt too silly and childish to take seriously.

But on the positive side, there are also a lot of helpful concepts and exposures mentioned that I had not thought of on my own, and will be implementing. This may sound obvious, but I didn’t realize until reading this book that I don’t just have a fear and intolerance of vomiting itself, I also have a low tolerance for nausea, disgust, uncertainty, and anxiety in general. I will be working on building my tolerance using some of the suggested exposures and will be happy to give the book 5 stars if I notice a significant improvement in my fear and intrusive thoughts.

[lucy♡ · Rating 5 out of 5]

i love you ken.

[Magdalena · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book for therapists to utilize with clients who have a fear of vomiting.

[Nerdy Angel · Rating 4 out of 5]

I recommend reading in conjunction with a book about ARFID (avoidant restrictive food intake disorder). Both are linked. Having been through therapy in the past, there is a lot of stuff I already knew. I did like the image of the anxiety monster. That will certainly stay.

[Brooke Forrestall · Rating 5 out of 5]

awesome book for people with emetophobia. helped me so much!

[Zoe Byron · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book does have very good tips on helping with emetophobia. It was a bit wordy at spots and I didn’t see the relevance.