Relaxation, Meditation, & Mindfulness

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