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Paperback: 304 pages
Publisher: Contemporary Books Inc (11 Mar 1998)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0809229145
ISBN-13: 978-0809229147
Product Dimensions: 22.4 x 15 x 2.4 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)

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Bryn C. Collins, M.A., L.P., is licensed psychologist specializing in the areas of family and dispute mediation.

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5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Best!, 24 Jul 2005

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If you seem to be doing all the work in your relationship for very little return then this book has your name on it! It made me realise that I was literally banging my head against a brick wall and in the process feeling that the reason I was so frustrated and angry was because I was such a "bad" person! At last a book that says I am not going mad and there is hope for the future. Brilliant book, clearly written with a good checklist for spotting potential future emotionally unavailable partners. If every mother bought this book for her daughter the world would be a happier place!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Best self-help book EVER written on dysfunctional "loving.", 22 Oct 1998

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Read 'em all - Women Who Love Too Much, Men Who Hate Women & the Women Who Love Them, Love Addictions, etc. - but Bryn Collins' book is the end-all, be-all for identifying, avoiding, and healing from emotionally devastating "relationships." Without distracting psychobabble, Collins nails emotional unavailability, in all its forms, precisely on the head. Book contains clear examples, explanations, instructions - and practical (and do-able) solutions, with Bombeck-like wit and insights. Emotional Unavailability is the advice your mother and all your friends would have given you, if only they'd been blessed with Bryn Collins' ability to spark understanding and activate your light bulb. Best book EVER for emotionally-starved lovers past and present, this book should be required reading for entering into an intimate relationship.

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5.0 out of 5 stars a revealing and useful read, 15 Aug 2006

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I'm pretty sceptical about American self help books, but the reader reviews looked good so on impulse I bought. I am so pleased I did. As I expected I recognised my ex, but unexpectedly also recognised myself which has made me look again at my current relationship. Even better, I tried using her 'emotional language' on my teenage children with great results - peace and goodwill reign at home. The book is non-judgemental and recognises that all human behaviour is on a sliding scale with no one being perfect. There are lots of techniques to help people communicate better; some are a bit cringe-making, but at least she recognises that. Overall, an interesting and easy - but not simplistic - read that I've already found really useful, which is why it gets 5 stars.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding !

I found this book very helpful on many different levels,I understand now,how to avoid that 'Emotionally Unavailable' person. Read more

Published 2 months ago by K. Breen

4.0 out of 5 stars emotional unavailability.
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2.0 out of 5 stars Choose another book!
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Published 13 months ago by Book Worm DJ

4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and helpful read
I believe one of the other reviewers referred to this book as one of those "american self help books. Read more

Published 15 months ago by Trennt

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice to have someone explain you're not bonkers
I don't know about you, but being in a relationship with someone who's "emotionally unavailable" can have you wondering about your own sanity. Read more

Published 16 months ago by Barney

3.0 out of 5 stars A curate's egg: good in parts
Fundamentally, this is an interesting and useful book, because it provides a very descriptive overview of the personality types that are emotionally unavailable. Read more

Published 18 months ago by Nick D.

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read before any relationship
EVERY WOMEN WHO'S LOOKING TO FIND LOVE WITH THE RIGHT MAN, READ THIS TO AVOID FINDING LOVE WITH MR WRONG AND THEN HEARTACHE! Read more

Published on 24 Oct 2007 by J. Cairncross

5.0 out of 5 stars Worth its weight in Gold?!
I have just completed reading this book as part of a research project in communication. It stands as a beacon amongst what now appears like a mass of mediocrity. Read more

Published on 25 Jun 2006 by David Maxwell

5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you Bryn Collins!
This book is completely unputdownable!! Collins' understanding of emotional unavailability in its various forms, its' devastating effects on relationships, and helpful chapters... Read more

Published on 13 Sep 2004

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