Learn to Relax

by Walker, C. Eugene

• ISBN13: 9780471377764
• ISBN10: 0471377767
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-10-01
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Summary

A new edition of the popular Learn to Relax-the first two editions have sold a combined 100,000 + copies!In this new edition, Dr. Walker, a well-known expert and lecturer in the area of relaxation and stress management, provides proven techniques for physical and mental relaxation to gain relief from the rising epidemic of tension, stress, and anxiety. New to this edition are over forty practical, hands-on exercises that will enable the reader to quickly grasp and apply the tools necessary to manage and overcome stress without the use of drugs and gain a sense of control over their life. Completely updated and expanded, Learn to Relax includes chapters on nutrition and exercise, goal setting, problem solving, decision making, relaxation exercises, and self-hypnosis.C. Eugene Walker, PhD (Edmond, OK), is a clinical psychologist in private practice and the author of books. He is also Professor Emeritus of the University of Oklahoma Medical School.

Table of Contents

Preface	v
What Is Anxiety?	1	(14)
Straight Thinking	15	(18)
Existential Anxiety and Creative Living	33	(20)
Life Structuring and Engineering	53	(20)
Realistic Goal Setting	73	(14)
Relaxation Exercises	87	(28)
Systematic Desensitization	115	(14)
Assertion	129	(12)
Problem Solving, Decision Making, and Brainstorming	141	(16)
Nutrition and Exercise	157	(18)
Recreation and Escape	175	(12)
Friends and Communication	187	(14)
Self-Hypnosis	201	(14)
Professional Help	215	(14)
Suggested Reading	229	(2)
Index	231