1 / 7The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Workbook, 7th Edition
The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Workbook is a seventh-edition guide to exploring stress triggers and practising relaxation techniques. It includes exercises, a personal action plan, and updated material on self-compassion, anxiety, fear, panic, and body scanning.
At a glance
- Chapters introduce different relaxation methods and explain their intended rationale.
- Exercises address stress triggers and symptoms, with guidance for creating a personal stress-reduction action plan.
- The seventh edition adds self-compassion practices and a body-scan section, and updates material on anxiety, fear and panic.
- Coping tools mentioned include worry delay and defusion, described in the listing as grounded in acceptance and commitment therapy.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines explanations with practical exercises, giving readers activities to try rather than only general discussion.
- Covers several related topics, including relaxation, stress, anxiety, fear, panic and self-compassion.
- The 368-page format offers a substantial reference for working through a range of methods.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | New Harbinger Publications |
|---|---|
| Edition | 7th |
| Publication date | April 1 2019 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 368 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1684033349 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1684033348 |
| Weight listed | 728 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20.32 x 2.06 x 25.4 cm |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
This is a workbook for self-guided practice. The listing does not establish it as a substitute for professional care.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers looking for structured exercises to explore stress triggers and practise relaxation techniques.
- People interested in workbook-style material on stress, anxiety, fear, panic and self-compassion.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a brief overview rather than a 368-page workbook.
- Anyone looking specifically for a clinician-delivered programme rather than self-guided exercises.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the workbook as useful for stress and anxiety, easy to understand, and rich in exercises, with yoga and chants also mentioned. Readers who want practical activities may value that emphasis, while the overall ratings are favourable but include a smaller share of lower-star ratings, so reactions are not uniformly positive.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the content as useful and informative.
- Feedback praises readability and the inclusion of exercises for stress relief.
Frequently asked questions
What topics does the workbook cover?
The listing describes relaxation methods, stress triggers and symptoms, anxiety, fear, panic and self-compassion, along with exercises and a personal action plan.
What is new in the seventh edition?
The listing highlights self-compassion practices, updated chapters on coping with anxiety, fear and panic, and a new body-scan section.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 368 pages.
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