Joan Stigliani spent more than three years researching and writing The Computer User's Survival Guide. She discussed the issues with practitioners of traditional and alternative medicine; physical, occupational, and massage therapists; psychologists; researchers in ergonomics; research scientists; ergonomic consultants; equipment developers and suppliers; and computer users themselves to provide a comprehensive, integrated view of computer-related health problems. Joan holds degrees in literature, linguistics, and education from the University of Michigan, as well as a certificate in technical writing from Middlesex Community College. She worked as a technical writer in the computer industry for seven years and taught English as a second language before that. Over the last 15 years, she has practiced tai chi, aikido, yoga, and natural vision improvement.