Further Readings for Lesson 8:Stress Management and Mental Health Maintenance

Recommended Reading List for Stress Management and Mental Health Maintenance

Books

1. "Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers: The Acclaimed Guide to Stress, Stress-Related Diseases, and Coping" by Robert M. Sapolsky
   This book delves into the science of stress and its impact on our bodies and minds. It provides valuable insights into stress reduction techniques and coping mechanisms.
2. "The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma" by Bessel van der Kolk
   Exploring the relationship between trauma, stress, and mental health, this book offers a holistic perspective on managing stress and nurturing resilience.
3. "Full Catastrophe Living: Using the Wisdom of Your Body and Mind to Face Stress, Pain, and Illness" by Jon Kabat-Zinn
   Jon Kabat-Zinn presents practical techniques for stress reduction and mindfulness-based approaches to enhance overall well-being and mental health.
4. "Resilient: How to Grow an Unshakable Core of Calm, Strength, and Happiness" by Rick Hanson
   This book offers a roadmap to developing resilience and offers strategies to navigate life's challenges while maintaining mental well-being.
5. "The Stress-Proof Brain: Master Your Emotional Response to Stress Using Mindfulness and Neuroplasticity" by Melanie Greenberg
   Melanie Greenberg dives into the science of stress and provides mindfulness-based techniques to rewire the brain for resilience and stress reduction.

Scholarly Articles

• "Mindfulness-based stress reduction for healthy individuals: A meta-analysis" by Brian L. Thompson, et al.
  This meta-analysis examines the benefits of mindfulness-based stress reduction programs in reducing stress and improving well-being in healthy individuals.
• "Yoga in the Management of Anxiety and Depression: A Review" by Cheryl Yang, et al.
  This review explores the effects of yoga on anxiety and depression, highlighting its potential as a complementary intervention for stress management.
• "The Effectiveness of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Generalized Anxiety Disorder in Older Adults: Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis and Meta-Regression" by Davide Amoretti, et al.
  This meta-analysis investigates the efficacy of cognitive-behavioral therapy in treating generalized anxiety disorder in older adults, offering insights into its application for stress management.
• "Time management and perceived stress among university students: A moderated mediation model of bright and dark cognitive rumination" by Necla Cakir Ongun, et al.
  This study examines the relationship between time management, perceived stress, and cognitive rumination, shedding light on the impact of effective time management on stress levels.
• "Perceived Social Support and Mental Health: A Meta-Analysis" by Hy Quyen Le, et al.
  This meta-analysis explores the association between perceived social support and mental health outcomes, emphasizing the importance of building a supportive community for stress management.