Laura L. Smith Books

Learn to mitigate your anger and take charge of your life Everyone experiences anger from time to time, but when left unchecked or unbridled, this normal human emotion can become disruptive and damage relationships. If you’re ready to stop letting anger control your life, turn to Anger Management For Dummies. This trusted source gives you tools to identify the source of your anger—whether it’s fear, depression, anxiety, or stress—and offers ways to deal with the “flight or fight” instinct that anger produces, allowing you to release yourself and your life from its grip. Anger Management For Dummies outlines specific anger management methods, skills, and exercises that you can use to take control of your feelings and actions. It provides: Information on the different kinds of rage, including road, air, and office A look at Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED) and how to manage aggression Advice on how to deal with angry children and teens Details on how anger is related to the "fight, flight, or freeze" response of the nervous system and prepares you to fight (for good or bad) Overcoming anger issues requires support, mindfulness, and a bit of practice—all of which this book provides. When you’re ready to face your triggers and change your perspective on the emotions of anger or rage, let Anger Management For Dummies give you the helping hand you need.

"What do you have to be depressed about?" Many have heard this dismissive question, or variations like "Just get over it!" Such comments trivialize the very real struggle of depression, which affects an estimated 121 million people globally on any given day, with rates rising, especially among youth. This book addresses the misconceptions surrounding depression and aims to provide a straightforward, factual resource for understanding and managing it. Unlike many self-help books, it avoids gimmicks and focuses on essential information. Readers will learn about various types of depression, the physiological aspects of the condition, and how to detect and diagnose it. The book also covers seeking professional help through therapy and medication, modifying behaviors, and coping with depression stemming from grief or relationship issues. Additionally, it critically examines alternative treatments and offers strategies for preventing relapses and fostering a happier life. Whether dealing with mild symptoms or severe depression, this resource equips readers with the insights and tools necessary to reclaim joy and fulfillment. All it takes is one step forward.

5-Minute Devotions for Teens removes the stigma surrounding mental health issues and advises Christian teens what they can do when they are depressed and anxious. The book includes tips to help teens maintain good mental health practices such as meditation, disconnecting from social media and technology, saying affirmations, and much more.

Discover new medications for easing symptoms Fight anxiety and win the war against your worries! Think you worry too much? You're not alone - over 25 million Americans suffer from some form of anxiety. Help is here in this friendly guide, which offers sound advice on identifying anxiety triggers through taking self-tests, improving your eating habits, relaxing, and finding support for you and your loved ones. Praise for Overcoming Anxiety For Dummies "In Overcoming Anxiety For Dummies, Elliot and Smith have provided a timely and informitive description of the reasons why people become anxious and what they can do about it." - Steven D. Hollon, PhD. Professor of Psychology, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee

Sie sind bereit, mit dem Rauchen oder Vapen aufzuhören? Herzlichen Glückwunsch! Laura Smith und Charles Elliott unterstützen Sie dabei. Nicht mit erhobenem Zeigefinger, sondern mit handfesten Tipps, wie Sie Ihren ganz persönlichen Ausstiegsplan zusammenstellen können, wie Sie Ihre Motivation aufrecht erhalten, wie Sie am Ball bleiben und wie Sie auch mit Rückschlägen umgehen. Falls Sie Angst haben zuzunehmenmm, zeigen Ihnen die Autoren, wie Sie mit ein wenig Achtsamkeit bei der Ernährung Ihr Gewicht im Zaum halten können. Dieses Buch macht Ihnen Mut, rauchfrei zu werden und zu bleiben.