Emotional health and well-being : practical mind science / Jan Alcoe and Emily Gajewski.

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Includes bibliographical references and index.

Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- Laying the foundations of emotional health and well-bing -- Dealing with stress, anxiety, panic and worry -- Controlling negative thinking and avoiding depression -- Reducing anger -- Improving physical health and sleep -- Setting goals and boosting motivation -- Enhancing assertiveness, self-esteem, and confidence -- Changing unhelpful habits and patterns -- Toward contentment -- Appendix: on the CD-ROM -- References -- Glossary -- Useful resources -- Index.

This book is an informative and practical guide for using the mind to improve health, resilience, and well-being. Drawn from many tried and tested methods and using a question and answer format, it also includes over 30 practical activities for improving well-being and coping with emotional, mental, and physical difficulties. The book covers stress, panic, worry, sleep deprivation, self-esteem, setting goals, building self-confidence, and more. The companion CD-ROM includes audio recordings for relaxation, checklists, and numerous NIH mini-booklets. You can learn how to use these resources in many positive ways to enhance your physical health, lower stress levels, cope with anxiety, anger, and break negative habits.

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