Millions of people experience symptoms of central sensitization (CS) and central sensitivity syndromes (CSS) such as chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia and multiple chemical sensitivities. Yet many lack diagnoses, education and resources. Without proper support, patients may become withdrawn, suffering needlessly and possibly developing mental illness. Covering the syndromes within the context of central sensitization (CS), this book provides candid personal experience, strategies for symptom management, and suggested methods for coping and long-term healing, with easy-to-understand science. Contents: Acknowledgments Foreword by Ric Arseneau, M.D. Preface Chapter 1: Sensitization and Sydrome Basics Chapter 2: Decreasing Trigger Exposure and Impact Chapter 3: Fatigue, Pain, Relapse and Crash Chapter 4: Beyond Crisis—Advanced Symptom Management Strategies Chapter 5: Coping Emotionally and Psychologically with CS and CSS Chapter 6: Longer-Term Symptom Management, Living Skills and Healing Appendix A: For Friends and Loved Ones—Helping, Connecting and Coping Appendix B: For Medical Providers and Patients-CS-Friendly Office Protocols Appendix C: For Medical Providers—A Patient- Centered Approach Appendix D: For Singles with CS Who Live Alone—A Crash Plan Appendix E: Travel and Vacations with CS and CSS Appendix F: Recommended Reading and Viewing Chapter Notes Bibliography Index About the Author: Amy Titani has been teaching and providing peer support to others with Central Sensitization and Central Sensitivity Syndromes since 2014. She lives in Vancouver, British Columbia