Practical Stress Management
A Comprehensive Workbook
- 8th Edition - February 9, 2022
- Authors: John A. Romas, Manoj Sharma
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 8 8 1 2 - 4
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 8 6 3 3 - 5
Practical Stress Management, Eighth Edition emphasizes a positive approach to stress management, covering topics such as relaxation techniques, coping with anxiety, managing anger,… Read more
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- Covers a range of topics to help manage stress, from meditation to nutrition
- Includes a companion website with audio guided relaxation techniques, learning modules and a sample syllabus
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- Chapter 1. Understanding stress
- Abstract
- 1.1 Stress management principle
- 1.2 What is stress?
- 1.3 Contemporary concepts of stress in the West
- 1.4 Response-based concept of stress
- 1.5 Event-based concept of stress
- 1.6 Interactional or transactional model of stress
- 1.7 Newer models of stress
- 1.8 Stressors
- 1.9 Life events or life change events
- 1.10 Chronic stressors
- 1.11 Another type of stressor: the nonevent
- 1.12 Stress among diverse/special populations
- 1.13 Effects of stress on the body
- 1.14 Stress in the overall context
- 1.15 Chapter review
- 1.16 Important terms defined
- 1.17 Discussion points
- 1.18 Websites to explore
- 1.19 Feedback on Worksheet 1.1
- 1.20 Feedback on Worksheet 1.2
- 1.21 Feedback on Worksheet 1.3
- 1.22 Feedback on Worksheet 1.4
- 1.23 Feedback on Worksheet 1.5
- 1.24 Feedback on Worksheet 1.6
- References
- Chapter 2. Enhancing awareness about managing stress
- Abstract
- 2.1 Stress management principle
- 2.2 Awareness about managing stress
- 2.3 Acute manifestations of stress
- 2.4 Chronic manifestations of stress
- 2.5 Stress and expectations
- 2.6 Stress associated with change
- 2.7 Stress during COVID-19 and other challenges
- 2.8 Sense of coherence
- 2.9 Hardiness
- 2.10 Resilience
- 2.11 Chapter review
- 2.12 Important terms defined
- 2.13 Discussion points
- 2.14 Websites to explore
- 2.15 Feedback on Worksheet 2.1
- 2.16 Feedback on Worksheet 2.2
- 2.17 Feedback on Worksheet 2.3
- 2.18 Feedback on Worksheet 2.4
- 2.19 Feedback on Worksheet 2.5
- 2.20 Feedback on Worksheet 2.6
- 2.21 Worksheet 2.7 Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9)
- 2.22 Feedback on Worksheet 2.7
- 2.23 Feedback on Worksheet 2.8
- 2.24 Worksheet 2.9 College student hardiness measure (CSHM)
- 2.25 Feedback on Worksheet 2.9
- References
- Chapter 3. Relaxation
- Abstract
- 3.1 Stress management principle
- 3.2 What is relaxation?
- 3.3 Sleep
- 3.4 Non-REM (nonrapid eye movement) sleep
- 3.5 REM (rapid eye movement) sleep
- 3.6 Relaxation techniques
- 3.7 Yogic breathing, or pranayama
- 3.8 Biofeedback
- 3.9 Progressive muscle relaxation
- 3.10 Autogenic training
- 3.11 Visual imagery
- 3.12 Self-hypnosis
- 3.13 Humor, laughter, stress, and relaxation
- 3.14 Music therapy
- 3.15 Massage therapy
- 3.16 Happiness, positive emotions, and thoughts for relaxation
- 3.17 Mindfulness meditation
- 3.18 Initiating and sustaining relaxation behavior change
- 3.19 Chapter review
- 3.20 Websites to explore
- 3.21 Feedback on Worksheet 3.1
- 3.22 Feedback on Worksheet 3.2
- 3.23 Feedback on Worksheet 3.5
- 3.24 Feedback on Worksheet 3.6
- References
- Chapter 4. Effective communication
- Abstract
- 4.1 Stress management principle
- 4.2 What is communication?
- 4.3 The communication process
- 4.4 Assertiveness
- 4.5 Behavioral styles
- 4.6 Technological communication and stress
- 4.7 Communicating in remote and online classes
- 4.8 Chapter review
- 4.9 Important terms defined
- 4.10 Discussion points
- 4.11 Websites to explore
- 4.12 DiSC profile
- 4.13 Effective communication
- 4.14 Interpersonal communication articles
- 4.15 Feedback on Worksheet 4.1
- 4.16 Feedback on Worksheet 4.2
- 4.17 Feedback on Worksheet 4.3
- 4.18 Feedback on Worksheet 4.4
- 4.19 Feedback on Worksheet 4.5
- 4.20 Feedback on Worksheet 4.6
- 4.21 Feedback on Worksheet 4.7
- References
- Chapter 5. Managing anger and resolving conflicts
- Abstract
- 5.1 Stress management principle
- 5.2 What is anger?
- 5.3 Managing the anger within
- 5.4 Anger and stress: the connection
- 5.5 Dealing with an angry person
- 5.6 Chapter review
- 5.7 Important terms defined
- 5.8 Discussion points
- 5.9 Websites to explore
- 5.10 Feedback on Worksheet 5.1
- 5.11 Feedback on Worksheet 5.2
- 5.12 Feedback on Worksheet 5.3
- 5.13 Feedback on Worksheet 5.4
- References
- Chapter 6. Coping with anxiety
- Abstract
- 6.1 Stress management principle
- 6.2 What is anxiety?
- 6.3 Depression
- 6.4 Coping mechanisms
- 6.5 Cognitive behavioral therapy
- 6.6 Chapter review
- 6.7 Important terms defined
- 6.8 Discussion points
- 6.9 Websites to explore
- 6.10 Feedback on Worksheet 6.1
- 6.11 Feedback on Worksheet 6.2
- 6.12 Feedback on Worksheet 6.3
- 6.13 Feedback on Worksheet 6.4
- 6.14 Feedback on Worksheet 6.5
- 6.15 Feedback on Worksheet 6.6
- 6.16 Feedback on Worksheet 6.7
- 6.17 Feedback on Worksheet 6.8
- References
- Chapter 7. Eating behavior for healthy lifestyles
- Abstract
- 7.1 Stress management principle
- 7.2 Importance of appropriate eating
- 7.3 Dietary guidelines for Americans, 2020–25
- 7.4 Disordered eating and body image
- 7.5 Enhancing awareness about our dietary patterns
- 7.6 Categories of food items
- 7.7 Avoiding alcohol, smoking, and drug abuse
- 7.8 Balanced diet plan for stress reduction and healthful living
- 7.9 Chapter review
- 7.10 Important terms defined
- 7.11 Discussion points
- 7.12 Websites to explore
- 7.13 Canada’s food guide
- 7.14 Center for nutrition policy and promotion
- 7.15 Dietary guidelines for Americans, 2020–25
- 7.16 Holistic nutrition
- 7.17 How to keep a food diary
- 7.18 Nutrition Today
- 7.19 Feedback on Worksheet 7.1
- 7.20 Body mass index
- 7.21 How to evaluate your weight (adults)
- 7.22 Feedback on Worksheet 7.2
- 7.23 Feedback on Worksheet 7.3
- 7.24 Worksheet 7.4—Daily healthy practices before eating, during eating and in-between eating
- 7.25 Feedback on Worksheet 7.4
- 7.26 Worksheet 7.5 Food Quality Screener [pdf attached]
- References
- Chapter 8. Regular physical activity and exercise
- Abstract
- 8.1 Stress management principle
- 8.2 Importance of physical activity and exercise
- 8.3 Healthy lifestyle
- 8.4 Types of exercise
- 8.5 Physical activity for persons with disabilities
- 8.6 Initiating and sustaining a regular physical activity or exercise program
- 8.7 Chapter review
- 8.8 Important terms defined
- 8.9 Discussion points
- 8.10 Websites to explore
- 8.11 Feedback on Worksheet 8.1
- 8.12 Feedback on Worksheet 8.2
- 8.13 Feedback on Worksheet 8.3
- 8.14 Feedback on Worksheet 8.4
- References
- Chapter 9. Efficient time management and sound financial management
- Abstract
- 9.1 Stress management principle
- 9.2 Importance of time management
- 9.3 Manifestations of poor time management
- 9.4 Approaches to time management
- 9.5 Sound financial management
- 9.6 Investing for financial management
- 9.7 Chapter review
- 9.8 Websites to explore
- 9.9 Feedback on Worksheet 9.1
- 9.10 Feedback on Worksheet 9.2
- 9.11 Feedback on Worksheet 9.3
- 9.12 Feedback on Worksheet 9.4
- References
- Chapter 10. Implementing a stress reduction plan
- Abstract
- 10.1 Stress management principle
- 10.2 Importance of implementing a plan
- 10.3 Stages of change
- 10.4 Determining goals, objectives, and targets
- 10.5 Social support
- 10.6 Finding the best techniques that suit your goals
- 10.7 Toward a stress-free life
- 10.8 Chapter review
- 10.9 Important terms defined
- 10.10 Discussion points
- 10.11 Websites to explore
- 10.12 Feedback on Worksheets 10.1–10.7
- 10.13 Feedback on Worksheet 10.8
- References
- 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
- A.1 Pronunciation key
- A.2 Foreign sounds
- Index
- No. of pages: 244
- Language: English
- Edition: 8
- Published: February 9, 2022
- Imprint: Academic Press
- Paperback ISBN: 9780323988124
- eBook ISBN: 9780323986335
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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.