Relaxation, Meditation, & Mindfulness

A Mental Health Practitioner's Guide to New and Traditional Approaches

Inbunden, Engelska, 2005

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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 StretchingProgressive Muscle RelaxationBreathing ExerciseAutogenic SuggestionImagery/Relaxing Self-TalkMeditation (including Mindfulness) Special applications include: relaxation with childrenrelaxation and pain management relaxation, spirituality, and religion

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2005-03-04
Mått152 x 229 x 23 mm
Vikt680 g
FormatInbunden
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor380
FörlagSpringer Publishing Co Inc
ISBN9780826127457

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Jonathon C. Smith, PhD, is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Distinguished Professor of Psychology, and founder and Director of the Roosevelt University Stress Institute. He has published numerous articles and 11 books on stress, relaxation, and mediation; and has taught stress management and relaxation to thousands of individuals, corporations, and clinics. Roosevelt University has granted Dr. Smith a Distinguished Professorship in order to conduct ABC relaxation research and develop the Stress Institute.

List of Tables and Figures Part I: Basic Concepts Introduction Six Families of Techniques: An Historical Overview The Relaxation EngineThe Six Access Skills of Relaxation The Paths and Landscapes of Relaxation The Destinations of Relaxation: Ten Great GoalsSummary of ABC2 Relaxation Theory: Psychological Relaxation Theory Part II: The Relaxation Instruction Manual General Instructions for All Approaches to Relaxation Yogaform Stretching Progressive Muscle Relaxation Breathing Exercises Autogenic Training Imagery and Relaxing Self-Talk Meditation and Mindfulness Part III: Training Issues Overview of Relaxation Training FormatsOrientation Assessment Tools Troubleshooting and Enhancing Relaxation Part IV: Combination Training Formats Scripting Abbreviated Programs Workshops and Group Relaxation Part V: Special Applications Relaxation for Children Relaxation and Pain ManagementSpirituality, Religion, and Relaxation Appendix References Index