{"product_id":"an-introduction-to-stress-and-health-9781529778724","title":"An Introduction to Stress and Health","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe second edition of An Introduction to Stress and Health has been updated to include new chapters on psychosocial and environmental stressors such as racism, climate change, discrimination, collective trauma, and settler colonialism. It combines psychosocial and behavioral neuroscience perspectives to provide a broad understanding of the processes that can be influenced by stress, and offers interventions and therapeutic strategies for dealing with its consequences on the body. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 568 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 19 December 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: SAGE Publications Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis extensively revised second edition of An Introduction to Stress and Health delves into the profound impact of chronic and acute stress on the body, exacerbating and contributing to conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and depression. Recognizing the multifaceted nature of stress, this comprehensive textbook seamlessly integrates psychosocial and behavioral neuroscience perspectives, providing a comprehensive understanding of the immunological, neurochemical, hormonal, and growth factor processes that can be influenced by stress. Authored by Hymie Anisman, Professor of Neuroscience at Carleton University, and Kimberly Matheson, Research Chair in Culture and Gender Mental Health and Professor of Neuroscience at The Royal Ottawas Institute of Mental Health Research and Carleton University, this text offers a unique approach by exploring how different interventions and therapeutic strategies can be employed to manage stress and its consequences on the body.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book's engaging writing style, captivating case studies, and insightful signposts to further reading make it an invaluable resource for postgraduate students pursuing courses in health psychology, stress, health, and illness. With its comprehensive coverage and interdisciplinary approach, An Introduction to Stress and Health equips readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complex terrain of stress and promote optimal health and well-being.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1100g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 242 x 170 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781529778724\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2 Revised edition\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hymie Anisman,Kimberly Matheson","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44102350143738,"sku":"9781529778724","price":172.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1674222158813_book.jpg?v=1674644563","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/an-introduction-to-stress-and-health-9781529778724","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}