Laura L. Smith

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    Anxiety and Depression Workbook For Dummies

    Laura L. Smith

    Tackle anxiety and depression head-on with this practical workbook If you're one of the millions of people affected by—or whose loved ones are affected by—anxiety and depression, you're probably looking for strategies to help subdue or even transcend these debilitating and painful disorders. In that case, Anxiety and Depression Workbook For Dummies is a great place to start. This book is filled with chapters that cut across diagnostic categories, incorporating treatment techniques based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy. Use the techniques explored in this book to start making real changes, which can quickly lead to you feeling better. It also includes: Practical and hands-on descriptions of mindfulness-based practices you can implement immediately Brand-new updates to reflect modern changes in technology, social media, and the prevalence of loneliness Consideration of the pros and cons of medications and other biological interventions for depression and anxiety, including exploration of the placebo effect Additional worksheets online available for download Perfect for anyone trying to work through the challenging issues presented by anxiety and depression, for those trying to help a loved one do the same thing, or for those in therapy, this book is an excellent supporting resource that can help contribute to positive changes in the lives of people affected by emotional distress.

    Depressionen überwinden für Dummies

    Laura L. Smith

    Charles Elliot und Laura Smith, klinische Psychologen mit langjähriger Erfahrung, beschreiben leicht verständlich und einfühlsam die verschiedenen Formen von Depressionen. Sie zeigen Ihnen mit Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitungen, Selbsttests und Übungen, was Sie tun können, um Ihre dunklen Gedanken zu überwinden und die Welt mit anderen Augen zu betrachten. Außerdem geben sie Tipps, wie kleine Änderungen im Alltag Ihre Symptome lindern und Ihnen Lebensfreude zurückbringen. Sie erfahren auch, wie die traditionelle oder alternative Medizin Sie auf diesem Weg unterstützen kann und wo Sie professionelle Hilfe finden.

    Anxiety For Dummies

    Laura L. Smith

    Explore effective ways to manage anxiety Understand and challenge your anxious thinking Make meaningful life changes Manage anxiety—and start living your life! If you feel like your life is spinning out of control, you're definitely not alone! While anxiety is a natural reaction to stress, for some of us, it can become all-consuming—and ultimately debilitating. Thankfully, there is plenty you can do to combat anxiety with the help of this approachable guide. Inside, find out how adopting proven techniques like pinpointing triggers, improving health and eating habits, and learning to let go can help you effectively and deliberately manage your worries—and take back control of your life. Inside… Recognize symptoms Know useful vs. toxic anxiety Examine the causes of your anxiety Develop the practice of mindful acceptance Help your kids with their anxiety Block the blues Face your fears Adopt anxiety-reducing habits