Practical Stress Management : A Comprehensive Workbook

__Practical Stress Management: A Comprehensive Workbook, Seventh Edition,__ is a focused, personal, worksheet-based text that combines theory and principles with hands-on exercises to help readers manage the negative impact of stress in life. As a practical tool for recognizing and preventing stress, the action-oriented approach enables the student to make personal change through self-reflection and behavior change techniques. This approach allows the book to be used as a text in a course or as a self-study/reference book. In this edition, the authors cover financial stress and expand their section on sleep. The book is accompanied by online MP3 files of guided relaxation techniques and downloadable worksheets. In addition, worksheets and thoughts for reflection boxes help users determine their own level of stress and apply effective stress management techniques. Title page -- Table of Contents -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Preface -- Chapter 1. Understanding Stress -- Abstract -- What Is Stress? -- Contemporary Concepts of Stress in the West -- Stressors -- Effects of Stress on the Body -- Stress in the Overall Context -- Chapter Review -- Important Terms Defined -- Websites to Explore -- References and Further Reading -- Chapter 2. Enhancing Awareness About Managing Stress -- Abstract -- Awareness About Managing Stress -- Acute Manifestations of Stress -- Chronic Manifestations of Stress -- Stress and Expectations -- Sense of Coherence -- Chapter Review -- Important Terms Defined -- Websites to Explore -- References and Further Reading -- Chapter 3. Relaxation -- Abstract -- What Is Relaxation? -- Sleep -- Relaxation Techniques -- Yogic Breathing, or Pranayama -- Biofeedback -- Progressive Muscle Relaxation -- Autogenic Training -- Visual Imagery -- Self-Hypnosis -- Humor, Stress, and Relaxation -- Mindfulness Meditation -- Chapter Review -- Websites to Explore -- References and Further Reading -- Chapter 4. Effective Communication -- Abstract -- What Is Communication? -- The Communication Process -- Assertiveness -- Behavioral Styles -- How the Personal Profile Contributes to Stress Reduction -- Chapter Review -- Important Terms Defined -- Websites to Explore -- References and Further Reading -- Chapter 5. Managing Anger and Resolving Conflicts -- Abstract -- What Is Anger? -- Managing the Anger Within -- Anger and Stress: The Connection -- Dealing With an Angry Person -- Chapter Review -- Important Terms Defined -- Websites to Explore -- References and Further Reading -- Chapter 6. Coping With Anxiety -- Abstract -- What Is Anxiety? -- Depression -- Coping Mechanisms -- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy -- Chapter Review -- Important Terms Defined -- Websites to Explore -- References and Further Reading Chapter 7. Eating Behavior for Healthy Lifestyles -- Abstract -- Importance of Appropriate Eating -- Enhancing Awareness About Our Dietary Patterns -- Categories of Food Items -- Avoiding Alcohol, Smoking, and Drug Abuse -- Balanced Diet Plan for Stress Reduction and Healthful Living -- Chapter Review -- Important Terms Defined -- Websites to Explore -- References and Further Reading -- Chapter 8. Regular Physical Activity and Exercise -- Abstract -- Importance of Physical Activity and Exercise -- Healthy Lifestyle -- Types of Exercise -- Initiating and Sustaining a Regular Physical Activity or Exercise Program -- Chapter Review -- Important Terms Defined -- Websites to Explore -- References and Further Reading -- Chapter 9. Efficient Time Management and Sound Financial Management -- Abstract -- Importance of Time Management -- Manifestations of Poor Time Management -- Approaches to Time Management -- Sound Financial Management -- Chapter Review -- Important Terms Defined -- Websites to Explore -- References and Further Reading -- Chapter 10. Implementing a Stress Reduction Plan -- Abstract -- Importance of Implementing a Plan -- Stages of Change -- Determining Goals, Objectives, and Targets -- Social Support -- Finding the Best Techniques That Suit Your Goals -- Toward a Stress-Free Life -- Chapter Review -- Important Terms Defined -- Websites to Explore -- References and Further Reading -- Appendix 1. List of Stress Management Principles -- Appendix 2. List of Reviewers -- Appendix 3. Personal Assessment Log -- Appendix 4. Guide to Pronunciation of Foreign Language Words -- Index

Practical Stress Management: A Comprehensive Workbook, Seventh Edition, is a focused, personal, worksheet-based text that combines theory and principles with hands-on exercises to help readers manage the negative impact of stress in life.

As a practical tool for recognizing and preventing stress, the action-oriented approach enables the student to make personal change through self-reflection and behavior change techniques. This approach allows the book to be used as a text in a course or as a self-study/reference book.

In this edition, the authors cover financial stress and expand their section on sleep. The book is accompanied by online MP3 files of guided relaxation techniques and downloadable worksheets. In addition, worksheets and thoughts for reflection boxes help users determine their own level of stress and apply effective stress management techniques.

• Completely revised, including updated stress management techniques and references, along with further readings in each chapter
• Updated websites accompany each chapter
• Includes ten new worksheets, along with an updating of remaining worksheets
• Contains 'thoughts for reflection' boxes that highlight meditation techniques throughout the world

"Practical Stress Management: A Comprehensive Workbook, Seventh Edition, is a focused, personal, worksheet-based text that combines theory and principles with hands-on exercises to help readers manage the negative impact of stress in life. As a practical tool for recognizing and preventing stress, the action-oriented approach enables the student to make personal change through self-reflection and behavior change techniques. This approach allows the book to be used as a text in a course or as a self-study/reference book. In this edition, the authors cover financial stress and expand their section on sleep. The book is accompanied by online MP3 files of guided relaxation techniques and downloadable worksheets. In addition, worksheets and thoughts for reflection boxes help users determine their own level of stress and apply effective stress management techniques.Completely revised, including updated stress management techniques and references, along with further readings in each chapter."--Provided by publisher Content: Front-matter,Copyright,Dedication,PrefaceEntitled to full textChapter 1 - Understanding Stress, Pages 1-21 Chapter 2 - Enhancing Awareness About Managing Stress, Pages 23-45 Chapter 3 - Relaxation, Pages 47-67 Chapter 4 - Effective Communication, Pages 69-89 Chapter 5 - Managing Anger and Resolving Conflicts, Pages 91-109 Chapter 6 - Coping With Anxiety, Pages 111-129 Chapter 7 - Eating Behavior for Healthy Lifestyles, Pages 131-154 Chapter 8 - Regular Physical Activity and Exercise, Pages 155-168 Chapter 9 - Efficient Time Management and Sound Financial Management, Pages 169-188 Chapter 10 - Implementing a Stress Reduction Plan, Pages 189-209 Appendix 1 - List of Stress Management Principles, Page 211 Appendix 2 - List of Reviewers, Page 213 Appendix 3 - Personal Assessment Log, Pages 215-216 Appendix 4 - Guide to Pronunciation of Foreign Language Words, Pages 217-219 Index, Pages 221-226