ABC Relaxation Training
ABC Relaxation Training

Author: Jonathan C. Smith, PhD

Publisher: Springer Publishing Company

Published: 1999-08-19

Total Pages: 329

ISBN-13: 0826117090

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In this volume, Smith presents instructions for more approaches to relaxation than any other book on the market. The author provides word-for-word scripts for clinicians to teach them to implement all relaxation techniques using his ABC relaxation approach. The volume includes simple assessment questionnaires for determining relaxation needs and evaluating relaxation outcomes; precise instructions for making individualized relaxation tapes; and verbatim instructions for presenting tested ìfailproofî relaxation and stress management workshops. Techniques include: progressive relaxation, autogenic training, self-hypnosis, breathing exercises, yoga, imagery / visualization, meditation, and prayer. For clinical psychologists, psychotherapists, and trainers in the field of relaxation.

ABC Relaxation Theory
ABC Relaxation Theory

Author: Jonathan C. Smith, PhD

Publisher: Springer Publishing Company

Published: 1999-09-01

Total Pages: 233

ISBN-13: 0826116795

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Relaxation is the world's most popular therapy--used by more psychologists, counselors, social workers, and rehabilitation specialists than any other tool. ABC Relaxation Theory offers a new treatment strategy by presenting and enhancing the effectiveness of current relaxation treatments into an approach tailored to each client. Based on the most ambitious scientific exploration of relaxation (20 studies and 5,000 subjects from all cultures and walks of life), Smith presents some of his groundbreaking findings, including the first demonstration and replication of differences among African Americans, Latinos, and Whites; men and women; those with religious and secular beliefs approaches; and more. His work is highly readable, practical, and comprehensive and will appeal to clinical psychologists, psychotherapists, and students of psychology.

Advances in ABC Relaxation
Advances in ABC Relaxation

Author: Jonathan C. Smith, PhD

Publisher: Springer Publishing Company

Published: 2001-05-16

Total Pages: 319

ISBN-13: 082611654X

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This volume offers original studies on relaxation and stress management. Practitioners will find a wealth of specific, ready-to-use, evidence-based suggestions for incorporating relaxation techniques into their clinical work. Part I summarizes practical advances in the theory, research, and assessment of relaxation. Part II is an anthology of 25 studies on relaxation focusing on individual differences; stress, coping and relaxation; factor analyses and correlations; and practice techniques. An appendix offers a complete relaxation inventory of scales for those interested in developing their own studies.

ABC Relaxation Training
ABC Relaxation Training

Author: Jonathan C. Smith, PhD

Publisher: Springer Publishing Company

Published: 1999-08-19

Total Pages: 338

ISBN-13: 9780826117090

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In this volume, Smith presents instructions for more approaches to relaxation than any other book on the market. The author provides word-for-word scripts for clinicians to teach them to implement all relaxation techniques using his ABC relaxation approach. The volume includes simple assessment questionnaires for determining relaxation needs and evaluating relaxation outcomes; precise instructions for making individualized relaxation tapes; and verbatim instructions for presenting tested ìfailproofî relaxation and stress management workshops. Techniques include: progressive relaxation, autogenic training, self-hypnosis, breathing exercises, yoga, imagery / visualization, meditation, and prayer. For clinical psychologists, psychotherapists, and trainers in the field of relaxation.

Stress Management
Stress Management

Author: Jonathan C. Smith

Publisher: Springer Publishing Company

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 284

ISBN-13: 9780826149473

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Here is a comprehensive clinical manual focused on stress management and relaxation. It contains detailed descriptions of tactics for training the user in the methods of relaxation, positive thinking, time management, and more. Features validated self-tests (normed on over 1000 individuals), and first-time ever stress management motivations and irrational beliefs inventories. This hands-on resource is essential for practitioners introducing stress management techniques into their practice; students who are learning how to cope with stress; practitioners-in-training, and clinicians looking for a refresher course.

Principles and Practice of Stress Management, Third Edition
Principles and Practice of Stress Management, Third Edition

Author: Paul M. Lehrer

Publisher: Guilford Press

Published: 2007-08-16

Total Pages: 753

ISBN-13: 1606238280

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Structured for optimal use as a clinical reference and text, this comprehensive work reviews effective stress management techniques and their applications for treating psychological problems and enhancing physical health and performance. Leading experts present in-depth descriptions of progressive relaxation, hypnosis, biofeedback, meditation, cognitive methods, and other therapies. Tightly edited chapters examine each method's theoretical and empirical underpinnings and provide step-by-step guidelines for assessment and implementation, illustrated with detailed case examples. The volume also explains basic mechanisms of stress and relaxation and offers research-based guidance for improving treatment outcomes.

Cambridge Handbook of Psychology, Health and Medicine
Cambridge Handbook of Psychology, Health and Medicine

Author: Susan Ayers

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2007-08-23

Total Pages: 920

ISBN-13: 1139465260

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Health psychology is a rapidly expanding discipline at the interface of psychology and clinical medicine. This new edition is fully reworked and revised, offering an entirely up-to-date, comprehensive, accessible, one-stop resource for clinical psychologists, mental health professionals and specialists in health-related matters. There are two new editors: Susan Ayers from the University of Sussex and Kenneth Wallston from Vanderbilt University Medical Center. The prestigious editorial team and their international, interdisciplinary cast of authors have reconceptualised their much-acclaimed handbook. The book is now in two parts: part I covers psychological aspects of health and illness, assessments, interventions and healthcare practice. Part II covers medical matters listed in alphabetical order. Among the many new topics added are: diet and health, ethnicity and health, clinical interviewing, mood assessment, communicating risk, medical interviewing, diagnostic procedures, organ donation, IVF, MMR, HRT, sleep disorders, skin disorders, depression and anxiety disorders.

Payne's Handbook of Relaxation Techniques E-Book
Payne's Handbook of Relaxation Techniques E-Book

Author: Caroline Belchamber

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2021-09-14

Total Pages: 433

ISBN-13: 0702076511

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The new edition of this highly regarded text will help you understand and apply the most appropriate psychological interventions and relaxation techniques for people experiencing anxiety, depression and psychological distress. Easy to follow for healthcare professionals, students and the general public across a variety of settings. The text provides evidence-based techniques for addressing the person's needs in a personalised manner, thereby achieving better outcomes. The range of strategies covered includes talking therapies, breathing techniques, mindfulness and physical activities. The text has been edited by Dr Caroline Belchamber to incorporate a new section on application in practice, which covers COVID-19, long-term conditions, palliative, supportive and end of life care. - Comprehensive and easy to follow toolkit - Relaxation techniques organised into somatic and cognitive approaches - Application to practice - Learning outcomes, key points, reflective activities and case studies in each chapter - Easy scripts to follow with step by step guidance - Three new chapters on COVID-19, palliative, supportive and end-of-life care, and long-term conditions - Fully updated references and evidence-base

Relaxation, Meditation, & Mindfulness
Relaxation, Meditation, & Mindfulness

Author: Jonathan C. Smith, PhD

Publisher: Springer Publishing Company

Published: 2005-03-04

Total Pages: 383

ISBN-13: 0826127460

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Based on a newly revised theory of relaxation, ABC2 Relaxation Theory, devised by the author, this book explains why hundreds of techniques used by professionals typically sort into six groups. The integration of these groups forms the core of the book. Smith's findings also reveal that not only can relaxation go beyond stress management, but that different families of relaxation have different effects. Rich with practical suggestions and concrete illustrations of application, this comprehensive training guide details the following techniques: Yoga Stretching Progressive Muscle Relaxation Breathing Exercise Autogenic Suggestion Imagery/Relaxing Self-Talk Meditation (including Mindfulness) Special applications include: relaxation with children relaxation and pain management relaxation, spirituality, and religion

Principles and Practice of Stress Management
Principles and Practice of Stress Management

Author: Paul M. Lehrer

Publisher: Guilford Publications

Published: 2021-05-07

Total Pages: 690

ISBN-13: 1462548466

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The leading clinical reference and text on stress management has now been significantly revised with 60% new material reflecting key developments in the field. Foremost experts review the "whats," "whys," and "how-tos" of progressive relaxation, biofeedback, meditation, hypnosis, cognitive methods, and other therapies. Chapters describe each method's theoretical foundations, evidence base, procedures, applications, and contraindications. Assessment and implementation are illustrated with extensive case examples. The volume examines the effects of stress on both mind and body, from basic science to practical implications for everyday life and health care. New to This Edition *Greatly expanded evidence base--every method is now supported by controlled clinical research. *Advances in knowledge about stress and the brain are integrated throughout. *Chapter on children and adolescents. *Chapter on selecting the best methods for individual patients. *Chapter on hyperventilation and carbon dioxide biofeedback. *Chapter on neuroinflammation.