Books Quote by Anonymous
““This book is also not intended to be a substitute or replacement for competent medical or psychological treatment when these may be needed. If you suffer from very severe anxiety, severe phobias, severe depression or any other serious mental health condition, the advice in this book may not be appropriate or sufficient for you. You are advised to consult and work with an experienced mental health professional, if you are not already doing so. Also, if you believe that your symptoms or your problems are beginning to get worse as you read this book, you should stop reading it immediately and consult a trained health professional.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Self‑Help Disclaimer, unknown publication
The passage warns that the book is not a substitute for professional mental‑health care and urges readers to seek qualified help for serious conditions.
In simple terms: The book isn’t a replacement for therapy; get professional help if needed.
Consult a mental‑health professional for severe issues.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Severe anxiety
- depression
- phobias
- reading self‑help material
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you relying on this book for serious mental health needs?
- How can you ensure you have professional support?
The advice may be insufficient for complex conditions.