Mental Health Stress

Middle childhood, the period for those aged 8–12 years old, is often the most overlooked phase of a child’s development, but it’s the age where play continues to serve an important role in their emotional growth. It’s also an age where we are most likely to stop playing with our children. With over 20 years of clinical expertise and neuroscientific research, psychotherapist and parenting expert Joanna Fortune shares her proven techniques that will enable you to better understand your relationship with your children as they grow.

In Reggie Ford's bold reassessment of the Black experience in America, he demonstrates that a new understanding of PTSD is required. PTSD, or Perseverance Through Severe Dysfunction, as Ford defines it, underlines the darkness of mental illnesses and behaviors that impact young Black men and have plagued Black Americans for generations. But his reassessment is not doom and gloom. Instead, Ford implores that we turn pain into peace. Ford uses his own traumatic experiences to inform his call to action.

Popular author Taylor Clark draws on cutting-edge research in this enlightening exploration of stress—and how to tackle it constructively. Using such divergent examples as Russian sub commanders and game show contestants, Clark shows that most people experience stress the same way. Those who understand how to accept it without freezing can accomplish what needs to get done.

Is it a struggle to relax, even while on vacation? Do you feel irritable constantly, like the slightest inconvenience might set you off? Do you have shallow breaths, trouble sleeping, and aches that won't go away? If the answer to any or all of these questions is yes, your nervous system might be dysregulated. Soothe shows how to bring it back into balance—and experience a calmer, more resilient way to be.

Do you find yourself plagued by anxiety or depression? Do you struggle with your body image? Do you often feel stuck in destructive and toxic patterns and cycles? Trained psychotherapist Emmy Brunner has the ultimate 11-step programme you need to identify and overcome unresolved trauma negatively impacting your mental health and preventing you from being the happiest version of yourself.

Mindfulness is growing in popularity as a technique which teaches us to appreciate our life.This Practical Guide explores how to listen to your body to reduce stress and anxiety in all areas of your life; how to focus better at work by becoming more aware of what is happening in the present, and how to enjoy life more by bringing mindfulness into everyday actions. Free of jargon but full of straightforward advice, case studies and step-by-step instructions, this is the perfect concise start to making you happier, more focused and stress-free.

Have you ever found yourself lying awake at night, overwhelmed with questions about your life, your relationships, and how much you truly value yourself? If you've ever felt stuck in negative cycles or disconnected from your true self, know that you're not alone. This book was written for those seeking answers and true happiness. And if you're curious to know how, then continue reading to uncover more. Our inner child holds the key to our emotional well-being, yet so many of us walk through life carrying the heavy burden of our past traumas.

When you've experienced trauma and conventional treatments have failed, where do you turn? After unsuccessfully trying traditional therapy, renowned author and social researcher Rebecca Huntley chose an unconventional path to healing: MDMA. Sassafras is the story of a woman determined to confront her traumatic past head on. In doing so she discovered something that could be of great benefit to us all.

Further Along the Road Less Traveled takes the lectures of Dr. Peck and presents his profound insights into the issues that confront and challenge all of us today: spirituality, forgiveness, relationships, and growing up. In this aid for living less simplistically, you will learn not to look for the easy answers but to think multidimensionally.

Esta obra ofrece una nueva y esperanzadora visión del trauma. Nos muestra al "animal humano" como un ser único, provisto de una capacidad instintiva para sanar y también con una mente capaz de aprovechar esta capacidad innata. El Dr. Levine se pregunta y responde una cuestión muy interesante: ¿por qué los animales salvajes que suelen estar amenazados constantemente casi nunca quedan traumatizados? Comprender la dinámica que permite que un animal sea prácticamente inmune a sus síntomas, nos permitirá descubrir el misterio del trauma en los seres humanos.

Self-care is everywhere - but sound bites on this trendy subject tend to focus more on face masks and bubble baths than on its key objective: mental health. Formerly at BuzzFeed, Borges helped popularize the self-care movement in the first place, and her book distills the “self-care internet” into an A to Z list with over two hundred entries - from soul-searching prompts to simple pick-me-ups. Listeners can tailor their own routines by choosing among Borges’s strategies, which cover four distinctive realms of self-care: physical, mental, social, and spiritual.

Panic anxiety is the number one mental health problem for women and second only to drug abuse among men. Synthetic tranquilizers can alleviate the symptoms of anxiety illnesses. However, in order to achieve lasting emotional tranquility, a significant lifestyle change must be made. The Anxiety Cure provides proven, natural strategies for overcoming panic disorder and finding an emotional balance in today's fast-paced world.

Are you constantly stressed by overwhelming demands? Does it feel like you can’t relax or get rid of stress? If so, you’re not alone. According to the Global Organization for Stress, 75 percent of Americans experienced moderate to high-stress levels in the past month. And even worse 89 percent of people complain about stress that causes serious damage to the physical and mental health.

In The Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Workbook, you'll find proven-effective techniques to help you build resilience, deal effectively with life's challenges, work through difficult thoughts and feelings, and improve your overall well-being. You'll also discover cutting-edge CBT practices that target rumination, self-compassion, self-esteem, and chronic anger. By practicing each skill outlined in this workbook, you'll build your own mental wellness toolkit to draw from when you need it most.

What can be done to prevent or reduce anxiety? Why is it that we get into panic mode so easily in our society today? These are some of the questions that will be addressed. Other topics include the inner critic that makes you discouraged, what factors contribute to our stress levels, and the unusual consequences of anxiety you may not have thought of. This guide can be an eye-opener if you let it. It can help you become more aware of what is going on in your mind, thus removing some of the stress factors that are destroying physical and mental health.

Problème normal de la vie moderne, le stress afflige une majorité de personnes dans leur travail. Il atteindrait même les enfants, les adolescents et les personnes âgées. On ne peut plus l'ignorer ou simplement le tolérer en attendant que la situation devienne moins exigeante. Les solutions classiques où l'on agit sur l'environnement (facteurs de stress) ou sur les symptômes (exercices de détente) sont rarement suffisantes. Mais en comprenant mieux d'où il vient et quels mécanismes l'engendrent, nous pouvons empêcher les pressions de provoquer chez nous un stress chronique et le cortège des maux physiques et psychiques qui viennent à sa suite. Le psychologue Jean Garneau explique comment.

Self-Love for Teen Girls is your personal roadmap to embracing who you are and loving yourself every day. With gentle guidance and heartfelt advice, this book helps you navigate the tricky world of friendships, social media, and self-image. Learn how to build confidence, set healthy boundaries, and handle the ups and downs of teenage life with grace. Through relatable stories, practical tips, and uplifting exercises, you’ll discover the power of self-love and how to be kind to yourself, no matter what. It’s like having a big sister in your corner, cheering you on every step of the way.

What you need to grasp is that your anxiety and obsessive thoughts are not a reflection of your relationship or your partner, but rather a result of your own internal struggles. The good news is, there is one method—backed by research studies and recommended by experts–to help deal with a range of problems including relationship problems and anxiety. It’s called cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a form of psychological treatment that effectively and significantly improves functioning and quality of life.

When neuroscientist Stephanie Mines started practicing the hands-on healing Art of Compassion, she began to unravel the mystery of trauma and the secret to resilience. As a survivor of early childhood abuse, police brutality as a social justice activist, and a series of dysfunctional and abusive relationships, Mines was profoundly curious about how the human nervous system finds resilience despite the cumulative burden of chronic stress and traumatic life events. While earning her doctorate in neuropsychology, she met Mary Iino Burmeister, master of the Art of Compassion, or Jin Shin Jyutsu.

Often, those who live through trauma come away with feelings of shame, guilt, anger, and despair. These are common, even normal, responses in the immediate aftermath. Left unaddressed, though, those feelings may develop into substance abuse problems, eating disorders, depression, or anxiety. Learning how to move on, to pick up and live life again, takes effort and guidance. Botwin guides listeners through the stories of others who have gone on to live fulfilling, happy lives, and provides tips and tools for healing and moving on.