Preface

Part 1: The Nature of Stress

Chapter 1, The Nature of Stress

Chapter 2, Physiology of Stress

Chapter 3, Stress and Disease

Part 2: The Mind and Soul

Chapter 4, Toward a Psychology of Stress

Chapter 5, The Stress Emotions: Anger and Fear

Chapter 6, Stress-Prone and Stress-Resistant Personality Traits

Chapter 7, Stress and Human Spirituality

Part 3: Coping Strategies

Chapter 8, Cognitive Restructuring: Reframing

Chapter 9, Behavior Modification

Chapter 10, Journal Writing

Chapter 11, Expressive Art Therapy

Chapter 12, Humor Therapy (Comic Relief)

Chapter 13, Creative Problem Solving

Chapter 14, Communication Skills

Chapter 15, Resource Management: Managing Time and Money

Chapter 16, Additional Coping Techniques

Part 4: Relaxation Techniques

Chapter 17, Diaphragmatic Breathing

Chapter 18, Meditation

Chapter 19, Hatha Yoga

Chapter 20, Mental Imagery and Visualization

Chapter 21, Music Therapy

Chapter 22, Massage Therapy

Chapter 23, T’ai Chi Ch’uan

Chapter 24, Progressive Muscular Relaxation

Chapter 25, Autogenic Training

Chapter 26, Clinical Biofeedback

Chapter 27, Nutrition and Stress

Chapter 28, Physical Exercise and Activity

Epilogue: Creating Your Own Stress Management Program