Mental Stress

Stress and anxiety are the most common mental health problems in our world today, but there is more discussion of depression, even though the two previous conditions can radically affect anyone's life. It is very beneficial to understand the interconnection between thoughts, emotions, and reactions of the brain and body, to know how that inner world works and what to do with so much mind-wandering.

Trouble sleeping, panic attacks, knots in your stomach, excessive worry, doubts, phobias - anxiety comes in many shapes and sizes, and affects millions of people. But you don’t have to suffer anymore. In Retrain Your Anxious Brain, renowned therapist and anxiety expert John Tsilimparis, MFT, shares the groundbreaking program he’s created to help hundreds of people (himself included) free themselves from crippling anxiety and live healthier, happier lives.

Post-traumatic stress disorder, PTSD, can cause much unrest in a victim's life, not to mention the severe damage it can cause those who suffer and their loved ones! But the good news is that you can recover from PTSD and move forward with your life in a positive direction. You can gain control and begin to rediscover who you truly are. I wrote this book to assist on your journey to overcome this distressing mental illness.

Studies show that seven in ten teenagers struggle with overthinking. This means they excessively worry about the future, are anxious, and have uncontrollable thoughts that leave them mentally and emotionally drained. Does this feel like you?

Each year at least a billion children around the world are victims of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) that range from physical abuse to racial discrimination to neglect and food deprivation. The brain plasticity of our most vulnerable makes the adverse effects of trauma only that much more damaging to mental and physical development. Those dealt a hand of ACEs are more likely to drop out of school, have a shorter life, abuse substances, and suffer from myriad mental health and behavioral issues.

Are you a woman who has been diagnosed with ADHD? Are you looking for practical and immediate solutions to bring order in your life, freeing your mind from the constraints, doubts, and preconceptions you've accumulated over the years? Between the fear of discovery, anxious behavior, and disorganization, being a woman with ADHD is not easy. Living with ADHD is a continuous cycle of forgetfulness, tasks left undone, impulsivity, low self-esteem, and often depression. If this sounds familiar, you can turn it around today.

Maude Julien's parents were fanatics who believed it was their sacred duty to turn her into the ultimate survivor - raising her in isolation and subjecting her to endless drills designed to "eliminate weakness." She endured a life without heat, hot water, adequate food, friendship, or any kind of affectionate treatment. But Maude's parents could not rule her inner life. Befriending the animals on the lonely estate as well as the characters in the novels she read in secret, young Maude nurtured in herself the compassion and love that her parents forbid as weak.

Unlock the power of mindfulness with "Men with Adult ADHD Mastering Mindfulness" a transformative guide designed specifically for men navigating the complexities of adult ADHD. This book offers a compassionate and insightful exploration into the world of ADHD, breaking down the barriers of stigma and misunderstanding that often accompany this neurodiverse condition.

Do memories from your past hold you back in ways you can't define?Childhood trauma shapes our adult lives more than we realize. It influences our self-worth, challenges our relationships, and can even impact our health. Yet, many dismiss its effects as mere 'personality quirks.'

Why It's OK to Talk About Trauma is the book your brain, body and future self need to listen to. 1 in 2 people experience trauma at some point in their lives. Trauma can be a result of anything which causes fear, helplessness and horror. Broadcaster and abuse survivor Charlie Webster uses her own lived experience alongside advice from experts to create a companion for trauma survivors – a book that will help, explain, understand and navigate the impact of trauma on our lives.

Ein umfassend neues Verständnis von Traumata vom Pionier der Traumaforschung – aktualisiert, erweitert und erstmals als Hörbuch auf Deutsch. Das Trauma in dir erschließt ein faszinierendes neuartiges Verständnis der Ursachen und Folgen von Traumata und schenkt allen, die die zerstörerische Wirkung eines solchen Erlebnisses kennengelernt haben, Hoffnung und Klarheit.

Emotionally battered and neglected by her personality disordered parents—and manipulated by Mormon beliefs—16-year-old Sarah was convinced her boyfriend Michael would save her. When her parents discovered that they’d committed the sin of premarital sex, the aftermath left the teenagers irrevocably bonded.

Wrestling with fear doesn't have to be a negative experience. This book offers an approach to life that unlocks a new way of thinking and being in the world, one that leads directly through the center of the anxieties we seek to avoid. Written in the style of an owner's manual, a guide to being human, Burkett focuses on areas of pain and anxiety as they tend to manifest for modern people: feelings of unworthiness, and issues surrounding sex, money, failure, and even death.

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.

Awaken from the grip of stagnation as you delve into the profound truths within. Let the healing power unfold, unraveling wounds, and revealing the inner impacts that shape your essence. Liberate yourself from the chains of childhood trauma.

In The Soul of the Helper, Dr. Holly Oxhandler shows caregivers and fellow helpers a more self-compassionate way to cope with their overwhelming responsibilities and to attend to their own needs, particularly when it comes to their mental health and spiritual journey. She invites them to pause and realize that if they let their personal resources run dry, they cannot possibly care for others as fully as they wish.

In Self-Care for Tough Times, Suzy Reading shows the listener how to be their own safe place during periods of stress, grief, loss or change. A gentle yet powerful process is included for developing a self-care toolkit to call on during difficult periods, such as relationship breakdown, illness or death in the family, financial strain or simply feeling completely exhausted by life.

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.

Everything you need to know about self-care: what it is, why it's important and why it's such a struggle and how to integrate it into day-to-day life. There's a damaging misconception in society that putting ourselves first is an act of selfishness. But self-care is not just a millennial buzzword. Without the restorative power of self-care, how will we ever escape the vicious circle where we're sick and fed up of feeling sick and fed up?

Do you suffer from chronic anxiety or despair? Do you often struggle to find a sense of worth or escape negative thinking? The reality is, people who have been repeatedly exposed to stressful situations may be more likely to develop complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD). In The Complex PTSD Recovery Guide, you will improve your physical and mental well-being by learning practical solutions adapted from the most successful therapy methods available. Research shows that people who have experienced traumatic events can recover and go on to lead fulfilling lives.