Stress Management : an Integrated Approach [Hardcover]

Language: English

Published by GenNext Publication, 2016

9353241049 / 9789353241049

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Language: English. ABOUT THE BOOK: This book brings to the reader, all the knowledge required to identify and manage stress. This book covers all the techniques known for identifying and managing stress in an integrated manner, such as positive thinking, exercises, relaxation, laughter, playing with children, travel, yoga, meditation and prayer, making the knowledge complete. Initial chapters deal with the nature and mechanisms of stress. The middle portion deals with the effects of stress on the various physiological and neurological systems in the human body. All coping mechanisms needed to combat stress are discussed in detail, such as positive thinking, exercises, relaxation, laughter, yoga meditation and prayer. A chapter is dedicated to spirituality and its use in managing stress. The book concludes with a case study on an integrated approach to stress management. The case study is gives the reader a practical application of his knowledge on stress. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Dr. Viswanathan Gopalan, settled in Pune, has had a career spanning several organizations of repute. He has worked in corporates such as HMT, Tata Motors and Tata Technologies. Highly qualified in Engineering with a Doctorate in Management, Dr. Viswanathan has worked in Machine Tools, Automobiles andComputer domains as a senior management team member. Dr Viswanathan has taught several subjects on management in several leading Educational Institutions in Pune. Dr. Viswanathan has presented in national and international conferences, a large number of research papers on management. He is a key member of Vidyavrikshah, an NGO serving the Visually Challenged Children. 'MotivationThe Essence of Living' and 'Knowledge Management In Organizations and In People's Lives' are two books earlier published by Dr Viswanathan. 'Stress Management – An integrated Approach' is his third book, meant for the common man as well as the members of the academic, andresearch community. CONTENTS: Acknowledgements 7 Foreword 9 1. Introduction to Stress Management 11 • The Effect of Stress on society • How Stress Gets Generated • The Purpose of this Book. 2. Definition, Nature and Mechanism of Stress 17 • What is Stress? (Ref 2, 3, 4) • Definition of Stress • Nature of Stress • Models of Stress by Researchers and Experts • Transactional Model • Health Realisation/Innate Health Model • The Mechanism of Stress Our Body's Reaction to Stress (General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) by Dr Hans Selye1936 (Ref 5) • Major Stressors in LifeList by Thomas Homes and Richard Rahe. 3. Classification, Sources, Personality Types and Stress 27 • Classification (Ref 2, 3, 4) • Sources of Stress Stressors Personality Types and Stress • Profiles of Type A and Type B Personalities (Ref 2). 4. Symptoms of Stress Warning Signs 33 • Early Warning Signs of Stress • Physical Signs and Symptoms of Stress • Emotional Signs and Symptoms of Stress • Cognitive/Perceptual Signs and Symptoms of Stress • Behavioural Signs and Symptoms of Stress • Signs of Stress in the Workplace Executive Stress and Symptoms • Stress Arousal Stage • Stress Resistance Stage • Severe Exhaustion Stage • Recent Research Findings: Stress and Aging. 5. The Effects of Stress on Systems in the Body 41 • Abnormal Reactions to Stress (Ref 3, 4, 6, 9) • Neurotic and Psychotic Disorders • The Effects of Stress on Systems in the Body. 6. Coping With Stress: Remedial Actions 45 • Remedial Action to Control Stress (Ref 3, 4, 5, 9, 10) • Changing Our Thinking • Reframing • Positive Thinking • Difference between Reframing and Positive Thinking. 7. Changing Our Behaviour 51 • Changing Our Behaviour • Being Assertive • Getting Organised/Time Management • Other Tips on Time Management • Ventilation • Transference • Humour Therapy • Diversion and Distraction • Stretch Yourself • Gardening • Conclusion. 8. Changing Our Life Style 59 • Diet • Caffeine • Alcohol • Smoking • Sugar • Salt • Fat • Eat a Meal High in Carbohydrates • Eat Food High in Fiber> Eat More Veg.

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Title
Stress Management : an Integrated Approach [Hardcover]
Author
Dr. Viswanathan Gopalan
Publisher
GenNext Publication
Publication year
2016
Condition
New
Binding
Hardcover
Language
English
ISBN 10
9353241049
ISBN 13
9789353241049

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