Author : Paul M. Lehrer
Release : 2007-08-16
Genre : Psychology
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 280/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Principles and Practice of Stress Management, Third Edition by : Paul M. Lehrer
Download or read book Principles and Practice of Stress Management, Third Edition written by Paul M. Lehrer. This book was released on 2007-08-16. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Structured for optimal use as a clinical reference and text, this comprehensive work reviews effective stress management techniques and their applications for treating psychological problems and enhancing physical health and performance. Leading experts present in-depth descriptions of progressive relaxation, hypnosis, biofeedback, meditation, cognitive methods, and other therapies. Tightly edited chapters examine each method's theoretical and empirical underpinnings and provide step-by-step guidelines for assessment and implementation, illustrated with detailed case examples. The volume also explains basic mechanisms of stress and relaxation and offers research-based guidance for improving treatment outcomes.