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Practical Stress Management
A Comprehensive Workbook
- 7th Edition - March 28, 2017
- Authors: John A. Romas, Manoj Sharma
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 1 1 2 9 5 - 3
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 1 1 2 9 6 - 0
Practical Stress Management: A Comprehensive Workbook, Seventh Edition, is a focused, personal, worksheet-based text that combines theory and principles with hands-on exercises… Read more
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Request a sales quotePractical 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
Undergraduate and beginning graduate students in psychology, health sciences, health education and public health courses, public health practitioners, psychologists, and individuals interested in stress management
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
- No. of pages: 236
- Language: English
- Edition: 7
- Published: March 28, 2017
- Imprint: Academic Press
- Paperback ISBN: 9780128112953
- eBook ISBN: 9780128112960
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John A. Romas
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Manoj Sharma
Dr. Manoj Sharma, MBBS, Ph.D., MCHES® is a public health physician and educator with a medical degree from the University of Delhi and a doctorate in Preventive Medicine (Public Health) from The Ohio State University. He is also a master-certified health education specialist certified by the National Commission on Health Education Credentialing. He is currently a tenured Full Professor and Chair of the Department of Social and Behavioral Health at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) in the School of Public Health and an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at UNLV Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine. In his career, spanning over 35 years, he has trained/taught over 6,000 health professionals including physicians, health education specialists, dietitians, community health nurses, health care administrators, epidemiologists, sanitarians, health and development workers, allied health professionals, and others. He has designed and taught a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in health behavior, health education, and health promotion at 13 national and international universities working full-time or part-time (University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Jackson State University, University of Cincinnati, the University of Nebraska at Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Lincoln, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, Central Michigan University, Walden University, National University, The Ohio State University, Saint Mary's College of Minnesota and Minnesota State University, Mankato). He has worked for local health departments (City of Columbus, OH; Douglas County Health Department, NE; City of Cincinnati Health Department, OH etc.); state health departments/agencies (OH, MS, NE, Ohio Commission on Minority Health, etc.); federal government agencies (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention -- CDC, National Institutes of Health - NIH, United States Environmental Protection Agency – USEPA, etc.); invited keynote presenter at universities (Chongqing Medical University, China; Lincoln Memorial University; University of Arkansas; University of Oklahoma); non-profit agencies (American Cancer Society, American Lung Association, Charles Drew Health Center, Indian Chicano Health Center, Voluntary Health Association of India, etc.); professional organizations (American Public Health Association, American School Health Association); and international agencies including governments of other nations (European Union, World Health Organization, Swiss Development Corporation, Government of Mongolia, Government of India, Associazione Italiana Amici di Raoul Follereau (Italy), etc.). He is a prolific researcher and as of June 2024 had published 15 books, over 400 peer-reviewed research articles, and over 500 other publications and secured funding for over $10 million (h-index 54, i-10 index around 250, and over 16,000 citations). He is ranked in the top one percentile of global scientists from 176 subfields by Elsevier. He has been awarded several prestigious honors including several American Public Health Association awards (Lyndon Haviland Public Health Mentoring Award, ICTHP Impact Award; J. Mayhew Derryberry Award; Alcohol Tobacco and Other Drugs Section Lifetime Achievement Award; Cancer Forum’s Public Health Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award); The Ohio State University awards (William Oxley Thompson Early Career Award; William R. Gemma Distinguished Alumnus Award from the College of Public Health Alumni Society; Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award from the College of Medicine); University of Nevada, Las Vegas Awards (Harry Reid Silver State Award, Outstanding Graduate Faculty Leadership Award, Outstanding Faculty Member of the Year Award, Community Engagement Community-Based Research Faculty Award) among many others. His research interests are in global health, developing and evaluating theory-based health behavior change interventions, obesity prevention, stress-coping, community-based participatory research, and integrative mind-body-spirit interventions.