The science of stress management : a guide to best practices for better well-being / Amitava Dasgupta.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Dasgupta, Amitava, 1958- author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Stress (Psychology).

Stress management.

Well-being.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Lanham : Rowman & Littlefield, [2018]

Summary:

Stress is killing us; everyday people seek out more and more methods for managing the various manifestations of stress. But what really works? What does science show us about the root causes and processes of stress? Here, Dasgupta shows us where stress comes from and how it works, and what works best to combat it.

Contents:

Intro

Contents

Preface

Chapter 1. Adverse Effects of Stress on Mind and Body

Chapter 2. Do Women Have Better Coping Skills in Response to Stress?

Chapter 3. Pets Are Natural Stress Busters

Chapter 4. Child Development and Social Influences on Stress: Relief through Social Networking, Volunteering, Laughter, and Taking a Vacation

Chapter 5. Exercise, Yoga, and Meditation for Stress Management

Chapter 6. Aromatherapy, Massage, Reiki, and Music for Stress Management

Chapter 7. Making Love to Your Spouse/Romantic Partner-A Great Stress Buster

Chapter 8. Balanced Diet for Prevention of Chronic Diseases and Stress Management

Chapter 9. Drinking in Moderation for Stress Relief

Chapter 10. Stress Relief and Other Health Benefits of Chocolate

Notes

Index

About the Author.

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

9798765176917

1-5381-0121-1

OCLC:

1005760219