Living with Birthmarks and Blemishes
Reviewed by Orla Checksfield of the Birthmarks Support Group
Gordon’s book is not a weighty medical review of birthmarks and, therefore, should
not be taken as a such. It is a very down to earth round up of various blemishes
and more importantly tactics for dealing with your thoughts and questions from others.
For those of you with CMNs this book does not specifically deal with this type of
mark. The book does discuss camouflage make-up, laser treatment and acne. There are
lots of personal stories. It is a very easy read. There is some homework which effectively
challenges you to think about your mark and how you feel about it. An element of
Cognitive Mood Therapy (CMT) also creeps into this book but I have to stress that
it is the most digestable CMT I have ever read or seen, it is almost like the “idiots
guide to CMT”. This book encourages positive thought as deflection for the confrontation
people face within themselves and in dealing with others. The book has a very useful
index and lists lots of useful websites to explore.
More reviews coming soon
Living with Birthmarks and Blemishes
Reviewed by Donna Ducker co-author of Buddy Booby’s Birthmark
Living with Birthmarks and Blemishes is a comprehensive, informative resource guide
-- filled with inspirational stories from the author’s own experiences and those
of other people living with visible marks. The author's straightforward style and
wit make the book an informative AND enjoyable read. The pages feature practical
advice on a wide-range of relevant topics -- from treatment options to applying camouflage
make-up. Gordon Lamont provides readers with essential and valuable tools, simple
strategies, and step-by-step exercises to increase confidence, conquer negativity,
and lead a more positive, fulfilling life.
Donna Ducker, New York - USA
