Stress Management: Does Anyone in Chicago Know About It?In this small book, the author describes techniques of stress management that he has been teaching in classes to the general public for 7 years. Written as a primer prim·er n. A segment of DNA or RNA that is complementary to a given DNA sequence and that is needed to initiate replication by DNA polymerase. for the layperson lay·per·son n. A layman or a laywoman. Noun 1. layperson - someone who is not a clergyman or a professional person layman, secular , the book describes various manifestations of stress and their physiological consequences. Various methods of coping described include deep breathing, mental imagery, exercises, purging Purging The use of vomiting, diuretics, or laxatives to clear the stomach and intestines after a binge. Mentioned in: Anorexia Nervosa purging (purj´ing), n , nutrition, and building self-esteem. These methods are related to stress occurring with major life style changes, daily stress, and stresses at work and during retirement. The text flows nicely and is readily comprehensible com·pre·hen·si·ble adj. Readily comprehended or understood; intelligible. [Latin compreh , with many helpful suggestions. Each chapter concludes with a brief list of points to remember to help make the book "user friendly." There is no bibliography bibliography. The listing of books is of ancient origin. Lists of clay tablets have been found at Nineveh and elsewhere; the library at Alexandria had subject lists of its books. , nor are there any illustrations. I recommend this helpful book as a common-sense approach to stress management both for professionals and the general public. it could also be useful in teaching patients to cope with chronic pain. |
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