Guides: Mental Health Resources: Stress & Anxiety

Books

Full Catastrophe Living: Using the Wisdom of Your Body and Mind to Face Stress, Pain, and Illness by Jon Kabat-Zinn
Call Number: RA785 .K33 2013

"Based on Jon Kabat-Zinn’s renowned mindfulness-based stress reduction program, this classic, groundbreaking work—which gave rise to a whole new field in medicine and psychology—shows you how to use medically proven mind-body approaches derived from meditation and yoga to counteract stress, establish greater balance of body and mind, and stimulate well-being and healing."
A Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction Workbook by Bob Stahl; Elisha Goldstein
Call Number: RA785 .S73 2010

This workbook uses mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) to teach readers how to respond to stress "not with frustration and self-criticism, but with mindful, nonjudgmental awareness of our bodies and minds... this powerful approach shows you how to focus on the present moment in order to permanently change the way you handle stress."
The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Workbook by Martha Davis; Elizabeth R. Eshelman; Matthew McKay
Call Number: RA785 .D374 2008

Each chapter of this book "features a different method for relaxation and stress reduction, explains why the method works, and provides on-the-spot exercises you can do to apply that method when you feel stressed. The result is a comprehensive yet accessible workbook that will help you to curb stress and cultivate a more peaceful life."
The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook by Edmund J. Bourne
Call Number: RC535 .B68 2000

"Simple, concise, step-by-step directions for mastery of relaxation, exercise, coping with panic, real-life desensitization, overcoming negative self-talk, changing mistaken beliefs, visualization, expressing feelings, assertiveness, self-esteem, nutrition, and medication."
10 Simple Solutions to Shyness: How to Overcome Shyness, Social Anxiety & Fear of Public Speaking by Martin M. Antony
Call Number: BF575.B3 A57 2004

"10 Simple Solutions to Shyness examines shyness by symptoms: physical discomfort, anxious thoughts, and bothersome behaviors. Solutions follow, directly addressing all three."

Video

How to Cope With Anxiety by Olivia Remes (TEDx Talk)

Apps

Sanvello: Anxiety & Depression | App Store | Google Play
Sanvello (previously Pacifica) aims to help you manage stress, anxiety and depression through psychologist-designed tools for mindfulness meditation, relaxation and mood/health tracking. Free with. See Psyberguide and ADAA reviews.

Breathe2Relax | App Store | Google Play

This app "provides detailed information on the effects of stress on the body and instructions and practice exercises to help users learn the stress management skill called diaphragmatic breathing." Developed by the National Center for Telehealth and Technology. Free. See Psyberguide and ADAA reviews.

Happify | App Store | Google Play

Activities include games, tasks and meditations and tracks on topics such as coping with stress, building self-confidence, and midfulness. Free with in-app purchases. See Psyberguide review.

Research

Coulon, S.M., Monroe, C.M., & West, D.S. (2016). A systematic, multi-domain review of mobile smartphone apps for evidence-based stress management. American Journal of Preventative Medicine, 51(1): 95-105.