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The Emetophobia Survival Guide
A Young Person’s Handbook for Recovery
Emetophobia ruined my youth. I don’t want it to do the same to yours.
Emetophobia isn’t only the fear of feeling or being sick. It can feel like it’s taking over your life, from your relationships and hobbies to what you eat and your health.
In this kind and honest survival guide, Emma Innes shares how she went from developing emetophobia as a teenager to recovering and thriving at university. She explores what emetophobia is, how it can impact your life and how it’s treated. Covering social life, school, work and social media, her tips and advice will help you to look after yourself and live your life to the fullest whilst tackling emetophobia.
The Emetophobia Survival Guide will be released by Jessica Kingsley Publishers on September 21st 2026.
Click here to pre-order from Amazon or Waterstones.
Testimonials
“If you have emetophobia—or even suspect that you might—this book will feel as though someone has stepped inside your mind and put your experience into words. It is strikingly authentic, rich with hard-earned wisdom, and offers guidance on seeking help from the rare perspective of someone who has lived through it and come out the other side.”
— David Russ, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
“Having supported my daughter through emetophobia, I have seen first-hand how isolating and overwhelming it can be for young people. Emma Innes writes with real empathy and insight, offering practical tools to move towards recovery whilst reassuring readers that they are not alone.”
— Dr Ffion Jones, author of Bodie and The Ghost Showdown: An Emetophobia Story
“The Emetophobia Survival Guide is such an important book…may it be a source of clarity, courage, and genuine hope on your path towards recovery.”
— Anna S. Christie, licensed psychotherapist and author of Conquer Your Emetophobia
“This book is a compassionate guide for young people navigating emetophobia, offering understanding, practical strategies and hope. Emma draws on her experience and insight to reduce isolation and show that recovery is not only possible but also within reach.”
— Professor David Veale, author of Free Yourself From Emetophobia
Emma Innes 