Mental Health Stress

In Breathe In, Breathe Out, breath work expert Stuart Sandeman reveals the hidden power of breathing, and how by changing the way you breathe, you can transform the way you think and feel. Since tragic loss brought him to breath work, Stuart has changed the lives of thousands through his signature sessions. Now he wants the same for you.

When our children are born, we do everything we can to make sure they have love, food, clothing, and shelter. But despite all this, one in five children today suffers from a diagnosed anxiety disorder, and countless others suffer from anxiety that interferes with critical social, academic, and physical development. Dr. Donna Pincus, nationally recognized childhood anxiety expert, helps parents identify and understand anxiety in their children, outlines effective and convenient parenting techniques for reducing anxiety, and tells parents how to promote bravery for long-term confidence.

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. You will learn to reach for the "ultimate step", which brings you face to face with your personal spirituality.

When treating a client who has suffered from interpersonal trauma - whether chronic childhood abuse or domestic violence, for example - talk therapy isn't always the most effective course. For these individuals, the trauma and its effects are so entrenched, so complex, that reducing their experience to a set of symptoms or suggesting a change in cognitive frame or behavioral pattern ignores a very basic but critical player: the body.

Millions of us are desperately trying to rewrite our past by unconsciously repeating it—unknowingly reenacting the traumatic events in our lives in an effort to complete unfinished business or undo what was done to us. These unconscious efforts to undo trauma only bring more pain, more disappointment, and more psychological damage. In Put Your Past in the Past, renowned psychotherapist Beverly Engel offers the first accessible and comprehensive book on emotional reenactments.

Dr. Faith Harper lays it all out: what anxiety is, what it's good for - that's right, it's actually a necessary response that helps to keep us alive in bad situations - how to know when it's gone overboard, and practical tips on how to deal with it when it gets bad. This book is a lifesaver for panic attacks, breaking out of flight-or-fight-or-freeze responses, and for chronic anxiety. It's also good for folks who aren't daily burdened by anxiety, but want to better cope with those tough situations that affect us all.

The SMART (Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Treatment) program addresses three key processes that can be derailed by developmental trauma—somatic regulation, trauma processing, and attachment-building—and uses movement and sensation to target the neurological structures that support emotional and behavioral regulation.

Life can change in a heartbeat. And recovery from trauma is possible. On Halloween night 1985, Susan Williams’ life changed forever when her father, LAPD Detective Thomas C. Williams, was ambushed and killed. This compelling story of Susan’s (and her family’s) loss and the road to recovery from trauma provides hope and practical guidance for others whose lives have been touched by violence and loss.

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is now recognized as one of the most effective treatment modalities for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, addiction, and beyond. EMDR For Dummies is a user-friendly guide for patients who need an introduction to what this type of therapy can do for them. You'll learn about the symptoms that EMDR can treat, and you'll have a chance to assess yourself to determine whether it might be a good fit for you.

Stop holding onto unhealthy thoughts and start living your best life! Does your mind feel cluttered with sh!tty thoughts and cr@ppy ideas that make you unhappy, anxious, or stressed? Do you wish you could just let them go and move on with your life? If so, you’re not alone. Many people struggle with letting go of the unhealthy thoughts that hold them back from living their best lives. But what if there was a simple and effective way to let go of those thoughts and replace them with positive and empowering ones? What if you could learn 65 proven ways to free your mind and live happily ever...

Psychological first aid, or PFA, is designed to mitigate the effects of acute stress and trauma and assist those in crisis to cope effectively. PFA can be applied in emergencies, including disasters, terrorist attacks, and the COVID-19 pandemic. In the second edition of this essential guide, George S. Everly, Jr., and Jeffrey M. Lating draw on their experiences in Kuwait after the Gulf War, in New York City after the September 11 attacks, and during the COVID-19 pandemic to describe the principles and practices of PFA in an easy-to-follow, prescriptive, and practical manner.

As a seasoned expert in CBT, and having practiced it myself extensively, I've dedicated years to helping individuals like you achieve mental wellness. With a no-nonsense approach, I cut through the fluff and provide practical, effective strategies to help you take control of your mental health.

This award-winning book is the most recent book published on lichen sclerosus! Easy to read, informative and encouraging, this book takes a holistic approach to LS while keeping management of it simple. Multi award-winning author, Stephanie Hrehirchuk, never planned to write a book on a "rare" autoimmune disorder, nor did she expect to receive a diagnosis of vulvar LS two days before her 50th birthday. Here, she combines research on LS with her 25-year background in health and wellness. From: causes to signs and symptoms topicals to pelvic floor therapy nutrition to meditation writing ...

We are living through one of the most anxious periods any of us can remember. Whether facing issues as public as a pandemic and political upheaval or as personal as having kids at home fighting the urge to reach for the wine bottle every night, we are feeling overwhelmed and out of control. But in this timely book, Judson Brewer explains how to uproot anxiety at its source using brain-based techniques and small hacks accessible to anyone.

In Fast Asleep, Dr. Michael Mosley brings together the latest, groundbreaking science to explain exactly why it is so important that we regularly get enough sleep. Prone to insomnia, he has taken part in numerous sleep experiments and tested every sleep remedy. Combining personal insight and in-depth research, he explains why so many of us struggle with sleep, what works and what doesn’t, and shares his own myth-busting program to help you achieve a good night’s rest.

Introducing Somatic Exercise Made Simple, your personal guide to achieving profound mental and physical health through easy, accessible somatic exercises that fit effortlessly into your daily life.

Welcome to a journey through the most complex and fascinating organ in your body - the brain. Discover how this control center directs all of your thoughts, behavior, and emotions. Get to know the biology behind how you perceive, process and understand the world around you. In "The Brain: Our Control Center," you will explore the mysteries of the human brain through 18 comprehensive chapters. With each page, gain a profound understanding of the brain’s anatomy, psychology, and cognitive processes. Learn about brain cells and their unique functions, and how they work together to control ...

Self-Care for Mental Health— Key to Well-Being Relieve Anxiety, Stress, and Burnout; Increase Resilience and Healthy Choices; Live Your Best Life! Ken Vanderlip, Ph.D. And Susie Vanderlip, CSP, CPAE No matter what you’ve been told, self-care is never selfish… It’s the secret to a healthy and happy life. Discover its power! One in five adults in the US experiences mental health issues every year… and that means that even if you’re okay now, you need to take action. The world is fast-paced and stressful, and pressures come at you from every angle. Perhaps you’re juggling your ...

When everything crumbles, this book becomes your roadmap back to stability and success. Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Struggling with financial stress, relationship breakdowns, career setbacks, or just feeling completely lost? You're not alone—and this isn't the end of your story. "When Life Falls Apart" delivers 15 immediately actionable steps that have helped thousands navigate their darkest moments and emerge stronger than ever.What You'll Discover: 🔹 Foundation Reset Strategies How to restore your physical and mental health when everything feels chaotic The ...

YOGA IS A WAY OF LIFE — A PATH TO SELF-IMPROVEMENT AND HOLISTIC WELL-BEING More than just poses – embrace yoga as a lifestyle This book goes beyond physical postures. You'll explore yoga as a complete way of living—covering not only asanas (poses) but also breathing techniques, mindful habits, and a philosophy of compassion, simplicity, and inner peace. Support natural and sustainable weight loss This book introduces how regular yoga practice, along with mindful eating and conscious living, can lead to lasting weight balance—not through crash diets, but by healing your relationship ...