Description
Book SynopsisStress is an unavoidable part of our everyday lives and while a little of it can be a good thing, a lot of stress is unhealthy. This book helps university students manage their own stress by exploring key issues of stress and stress management and offering evidence-based research and practical tools to deal with it.
Table of ContentsChapter 1. Introduction to Stress and Stress Management
Wellness Versus Health
Good Stress Versus Not-So-Good Stress
Definitions of Stress
Stress and Life Stage of Becoming an Adult
Understanding the Stress Response: Fight or Flight
What Happens During Stress Reactivity or the Stress Response
The Pathophysiology of Stress
Mind-Body Health: Psychoneuroimmunology
Strengths-Based Approach
Journaling
Summary
Chapter 2. Physical Wellness
Acupuncture and Acupressure
Autogenics
Biofeedback
Breathing
Diet
Tobacco Use
Sexual Health
Massage Therapy and Therapeutic Touch
Physical Activity
Relaxation
Sleep
Qigong and Tai Chi
Yoga
Summary
Chapter 3. Emotional Wellness
Happiness
Laughter
Art Healing
Dealing With Difficult Emotions
Defense Mechanisms
Summary
Chapter 4. Intellectual Wellness
Mindfulness
Meditation
Changing Distorted Thinking, Reframing, and Disputation
Affirmations
Goal Setting and Problem Solving
Time Management = Self Management
Creative Imagination
Summary
Chapter 5. Social Wellness
Intimate Partner Relationships
Interpersonal Communication
Conflict Resolution
Differences Between Men and Women
Animal-Assisted Activity
Summary
Chapter 6. Spiritual Wellness
Stress Management and Spirituality Practices
Altruism
Forgiveness
Gratitude
Additional Spiritual Wellness Practices
Summary
Chapter 7. Environmental Wellness
Technology
Light
Temperature
Air Quality
Color
Ergonomics
Noise
Sound
Natural Surroundings
Summary
