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1 online resource |
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Complete Guides |
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Cover; Half-title; Title; Copyright; Contents; Acknowledgements; Introduction; Part One: All about stress; 1 What is stress?; What is stress?; Why do people view stress and situations differently?; Why does perception affect stress?; Chapter summary; 2 The physiology of stress; What are the effects of unhealthy stress?; How do our bodies respond physiologically in times of stress?; Stress and health: how do our bodies respond when we are exposed to stress for longer durations?; Chapter summary; 3 The benefits of exercise; Why is exercise important? |
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What are the immediate benefits and effects of exercise?What is cardiovascular fitness?; What are the long-term benefits of cardiovascular training?; How can we improve our cardiovascular fitness?; What is flexibility?; What are the long-term benefits of flexibility training?; How can we improve flexibility?; What is muscular strength and endurance?; What are the long-term benefits of muscular strength and endurance training?; How do we improve our strength and endurance?; Summary of the benefits of physical fitness; Part Two: Working with the whole person to manage stress |
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4 Strategies for managing the mental and emotional signs and symptoms of stressWhat techniques are available to manage the mental and emotional signs and symptoms of stress?; Building self-esteem and self-worth; Positive self-talk and thinking strategies; Meditation; Being grateful and showing appreciation; Assertiveness; Managing time; Goal-setting; Balancing life; Create a wish list; Building supportive relationships; Smiling and laughter; Self-help books and tapes; Counselling and psychotherapy; Planning worry time, writing hassle lists and creating possibilities; Letting go of control |
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Saying YESManaging fear and comfort zones; Creative work; Creature comforts; 5 Strategies for managing the physical and behavioural signs and symptoms of stress; What techniques are available to manage the physical and behavioural signs and symptoms of stress?; Posture awareness; Breathing awareness; Relaxation awareness; Relaxation postures/poses; Preparing for and ending a relaxation exercise; Relaxation techniques and scripts; Lifestyle habits; Desk mobility exercises; 6 Exercising away stress; Physical activity; Weekly activity log; Exercising in water and swimming |
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Running, jogging and walkingWeight training; Group exercise; Pilates; Yoga; Part Three: Working with clients with stress; 7 Raising awareness and making changes; How can we raise awareness and assist change?; The trans-theoretical model of change; A strategic approach towards taking action to change; 8 Creating a helping relationship -- interpersonal skills and techniques to assist change; Building rapport and relationships; Gathering information; Interpersonal skills; Part Four: Case studies; 9 Case studies; Case study 1; Case study 2; Case study 3; Case study 4; Case study 5 |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Vendor-supplied metadata |
| Subject |
Stress management.
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Exercise.
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Exercise
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Coping with stress.
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Fitness & diet.
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Sports psychology.
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Sports training & coaching.
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FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS -- Life Stages -- General.
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PSYCHOLOGY -- Developmental -- General.
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PSYCHOLOGY -- Developmental -- Lifespan Development.
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PSYCHOLOGY -- General.
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Exercise
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Stress management
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9781408195222 |
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1408195224 |
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9781408195239 |
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1408195232 |
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