The College Wellness Guide: A Student's Guide to Managing Mental, Physical, and Social Health on Campus. by
Every year, nearly two million students arrive at college campuses, ready to embark on the best four years of their lives. Yet the reality is that the current cohort of students is one of the most stressed, anxious, and depressed ever. These stressors have real effects on students' grades, social life, and physical health. And the stakes are high! Students with the right community and support services have better outcomes.
Natural Health: your complete guide to natural remedies and mindful well-being by
From herbs, oils and vitamins to yoga, healing remedies, and belly laughs, Natural Health: Your Complete Guide to Natural Remedies and Mindful Well-Being explores hundreds of ancient remedies, natural therapies, and nature's medicine cabinet. This comprehensive guide to nature-based health and well-being includes the most current knowledge, information, and science behind a natural diet and lifestyle to promote wellness.
The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health by
There is an unaddressed Black mental health crisis in our world today. In The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health, psychologist Reeda Walker offers a comprehensive guide to help African Americans combat stigma, increase awareness around mental illness, practice emotional wellness, and get the best care possible for Black people in an unequal system.
The Wellness Garden: : grow, eat, and walk your way to better health by
In The Wellness Garden, Shawna details exactly how she has learned to use her garden as a key tool in her battle with osteoarthritis and other chronic pain issues. In this inspiring but highly practical book, you will learn from Shawna's life-changing garden experience how to create your own Wellness Garden—and gain the healthier lifestyle you desire and need.
Mindfulness for Students by
Life can be tough. With decisions to make at such a critical time, from subject choices to new colleges and universities, careers and relationships, it's easy to feel weighed down. What's more, there is the pressure to gain good grades, to find a good job, to be a good person. It is vital to know how to deal with life's many challenges and triumphs emotionally. Practicing mindfulness can equip you with the skills to do this.
Press Here! Ayurvedic Head Massage for Beginners by
Press Here! Ayurvedic Head Massage for Beginners gives simple step-by-step guidance on how to incorporate Indian head massage into you and your family's everyday routines to enhance overall well-being and beauty.
The Anxiety Survival Guide: Getting Through the Challenging Stuff. by
Co-written with psychologists and a college student who has experienced anxiety herself, this is a relatable and straightforward guide to managing worry in emerging adulthood. As well as providing tried-and-tested advice and exercises that are proven to reduce feelings of anxiety, it includes recovery stories from people who have managed their symptoms successfully.
Anxiety First Aid Kit: Quick Tools for Extreme, Uncertain Times. by
If you’re feeling unprecedented levels of stress and anxiety right now, please know that you aren’t alone. In these extreme and uncertain times, it’s natural to be in a constant state of mental and physical strain. Whether you’re dealing with job loss, a sick loved one, or just feeling the weight of the world during your 2 a.m. doomscroll—you need quick tools you can use right now, whenever and wherever you are, to lower stress and soothe anxiety. This emergency kit has you covered.
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Stress and Your Health: from vulnerability to resilience by
The level of perceived stress is on the rise throughout the world, as is the burden of illness attributable to mental illness. There is a clear link between stress and mental illness; Dr. Anisman’s book is not only timely but also very informative about how the body perceives and deals with daily stressors, and how one to cope with stress and its consequences. This delightful book falls in the must read category and will readily resonate with audience of diverse backgrounds.
The Everything Stress Management Book: practical ways to relax, be healthy, and maintain your sanity by
Let's face it: We're all stressed out. No matter how hard we work or how much time we spend on burdensome tasks, it seems our deadlines only get tighter and we're barely catching our breaths before new obstacles arise causing even greater tension. Will it ever end? The Everything Stress Management Book shows that it is possible to achieve your life goals and keep your physical and mental health intact. Beginning with an easy-to-follow quiz that helps you identify your vulnerable areas, the book then takes you step-by-step through the safest, most effective ways to relax, avoid stressors, keep perspective, and live a longer, happier life.
The Everything Stress Management Book also gives you the lowdown on the most popular stress-reduction methods, including:
Aromatherapy
Exercise
Massage
Meditation
Proper nutrition
Tai Chi
Yoga
And more
Whether you're frazzled and frustrated at work or at home - or are just plain stressed out - The Everything Stress Management Book helps you regain control, find your balance, and face the world with optimism and confidence.
The Nature Fix: why nature makes us happier, healthier, and more creative by
The Nature Fix demonstrates that our connection to nature is much more important to our cognition than we think and that even small amounts of exposure to the living world can improve our creativity and enhance our mood. In prose that is incisive, witty, and urgent, Williams shows how time in nature is not a luxury but is in fact essential to our humanity. As our modern lives shift dramatically indoors, these ideas--and the answers they yield--are more urgent than ever.
Rest: why you get more done when you work less by
For most of us, overwork is the new normal and rest is an afterthought. In our busy lives, rest is defined as the absence of work: late-night TV binges, hours spent trawling the internet, something to do once we've finished everything else on our to-do lists. But dismissing rest stifles our ability to think creatively and truly recharge.
Social Empathy: the art of understanding others by
Our ability to understand others and help others understand us is essential to our individual and collective well-being. Yet there are many barriers that keep us from walking in the shoes of others: fear, skepticism, and power structures that separate us from those outside our narrow groups. To progress in a multicultural world and ensure our common good, we need to overcome these obstacles. Our best hope can be found in the skill of empathy.
Slow Media: why "slow" is satisfying, sustainable, and smart by
Arguing that media has significant impacts on human health and psychological well being. Slow Media will ultimately help readers understand the complex and surprising relationships between everyday media choices, human well-being, and the natural world. It has the potential to transform the way we produce and use media by nurturing a media ecosystem that is more satisfying for people, and more sustainable for the planet.
American Dietetic Association Cooking Healthy Across America by
The book showcases over 300 classic American starters, entrees, side dishes, and desserts. From Hearty Maine Fish Chowder, Montana Roasted Beef Tenderloin, and Cinnamon Raisin Apple Indian Pudding to Philly Cheese-steak Potato Packets, Smoky Holler Fried Chicken, and Gingered Mango-Pineapple Crisp, the recipes reflect authentic regional ingredients, flavor combinations, and cooking styles.
Vegan Express by
From one of the most respected names in vegetarian cooking: a collection of creative, uncomplicated recipes for the new generation of vegans--and every cook who wants to introduce tasty, healthful dishes to everyday meals.
The Book of No: 250 ways to say it-- and mean it-- and stop people-pleasing forever by
Contains some simple techniques and various scenarios to help develop the skill of saying "no" in order to avoid becoming stressed and overburdened with family, friends, and in the workplace.
No Matter What!: 9 steps to living the life you love by
With practical steps this book shows you how to develop spiritual and personality traits to successfully navigate life's speed bumps.
Facts and Fictions in Mental Health by
Written in a lively and entertaining style, Facts and Fictions in Mental Health examines common conceptions and misconceptions surrounding mental health and its treatment. Each chapter focuses on a misconception and is followed by a discussion of related findings from scientific research
