Strategies for managing stress after war [electronic resource] : veteran's workbook and guide to wellness

Managing Stress After War: Veteran's Workbook and Guide to Wellness outlines clear strategies for tackling problems such as learning healthy coping skills, sleep problems, and managing stress, anger, and depression. Written in an easy-to-understand style, this essential workbook and its companion clinician's manual were developed and refined by the authors to help veterans returning from conflicts and provide education and intervention for those who are experiencing war-related stress. [Publisher-supplied data] A timely and practical workbook guiding veterans in managing stress and achieving a positive transition to home after service Strategies for Managing Stress After War: Veteran's Workbook and Guide to Wellness outlines clear and straightforward strategies for tackling problems such as: Learning healthy coping skills Dealing with sleep problems Managing stress, anger, and depression Reintegrating with society and transitioning back into civilian life Resolving relationship difficulties Written in an accessible, easy-to-understand style certain to appeal to a wide range of individuals, this essential workbook and its companion clinician's manual were developed and refined by the authors to help veterans returning from conflicts and provide education and intervention for those who are experiencing war-related stress. It includes homework assignments, quizzes, practical handouts, worksheets, and exercises for every skill level, as well as pre-/post-test surveys to evaluate coping skills, content knowledge, and symptoms. The transition from the war zone is an ongoing, gradual process. This practical, easy-to-read workbook is designed to provide veterans with encouragement, advice, and support as they readjust to civilian life. Using a resilience and wellness-based model, this guide helps participants alleviate war-related stress symptoms by adjusting to retransition stress reactions; learning healthy coping skills; alleviating sleep problems; dealing with stress and anger; reintegrating into family and society; and engaging in post-combat growth. Introduction Understanding transition stress reactions Managing stress Tools for healthy coping Improving sleep Dealing with anger Reintegrating with society Reintegrating with family and friends Staying strong.