The Relaxation & Stress Reduction Workbook for Kids

by Shapiro, Lawrence E.

• ISBN13: 9781572245822
• ISBN10: 1572245824
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-02-02
• Publisher: Instant Help Books

Summary

The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Workbook for Kidsoffers parents a variety of techniques they can use to help their children relax, unwind, and deal constructively with common stressors such as divorce, loss of a loved one, a family move, starting at a new school, and more.

Author Biography

Lawrence E. Shapiro, Ph.D., is a nationally recognized child psychologist who is known for his innovative play-oriented techniques. He lives in Norwalk, CT Robin K. Sprague, LCPC, is a licensed clinical professional counselor in Bangor, ME

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. ix
Acknowledgments	p. x
Introduction	p. 1
Reducing Stress in Your Home	p. 3
Just How Stressed Are You?	p. 5
Finding Ways to Reduce Stress	p. 8
Setting Clear Limits	p. 10
Too Much Technology	p. 12
Creating a Peaceful Home	p. 14
Don't Let Stress Get You Down	p. 17
What Stress Comes From	p. 19
Be a Stress Detective	p. 23
Where Do You Feel Stress?	p. 25
Having a Healthy Lifestyle	p. 26
Talking About Your Feelings	p. 28
Talking to Yourself	p. 30
The Brainstorming Game	p. 32
Optimist or Pessimist?	p. 35
An Attitude of Gratitude	p. 38
Correct Breathing: A Key to Relaxation	p. 41
Spell Your Name with Belly Breaths	p. 43
How Great I Am	p. 44
My Favorite Things	p. 45
Breathing Happy Thoughts	p. 47
Relaxing Through Guided Imagery	p. 49
Whole Body Relaxation	p. 53
A Special Place	p. 55
Inner Helpers	p. 57
The Healing Rainbow	p. 59
Helping Children Go to Sleep	p. 61
Strengthening Self-Esteem	p. 63
Floating Away from Stress	p. 64
Getting Rid of Stomachaches	p. 66
Mindfulness: A New Way to Deal with Stress	p. 67
Mindful Eating	p. 69
Mindfulness with a Pet	p. 72
Doing Your Chores Mindfully	p. 75
Being Mindful of Nature	p. 77
Yoga for Kids	p. 79
Breathing	p. 81
Stretching	p. 82
Focus and Balance	p. 83
Calming	p. 84
Playing to Relax	p. 87
No-More-Boredom Box	p. 89
We Can All Get Along	p. 91
My Relaxing Place	p. 92
The Cloud Maze	p. 93
Over and Over Again	p. 95
Play That Lasts a Lifetime	p. 96
Relaxing Through Art	p. 99
Sock Puppets	p. 101
Sand Garden	p. 102
Super You	p. 103
Feelings Doodle	p. 105
Memory Beads	p. 106
Relaxation Jar	p. 108
Musical String Drawing	p. 110
Laugh to Relax, Then Laugh Some More	p. 113
Making Fun of Stress	p. 115
Funny Photos	p. 116
Joke Night	p. 118
Crazy Dress Up	p. 120
A Kaboodle of Silly Words	p. 121
Make-a-Face Photo Op	p. 123
The Funny Place	p. 124
Pranks, Please	p. 125
More Ways to Relax and Reduce Stress	p. 129
Conclusion	p. 131
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