I Can’t Take It Anymore
How To Manage Stress So It Doesn’t Manage You
This book is about informing the reader as to what is stress, the sources of stress, multiple ways in which stress affects us negatively, and ways to manage stress more effectively. Stress is discussed in terms of physiological, emotional, and cognitive realms. Sources of stress discussed include change, health, finance, relationships, and work. The effects of stress upon us are discussed in terms of stress and the brain, the heart, diabetes, weight management and depression. Strategies for managing stress discussed include thinking/restructuring thoughts, goal setting, time management, physiological stress reduction, exercise, massage, social support, and work adjustments.
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About the Authors
Paul G. Longobardi, Ph.D.
Dr. Paul Longobardi is a licensed psychologist with decades of experience in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of stress related and mental health disorders as well as serving in consultative and academic roles. He is an Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry both at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. He earned his M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He completed a postdoctoral fellowship in clinical neuropsychology at the Behavioral Neuroscience Research Center, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, and a postdoctoral respecialization program in geropsychology at the University of Southern California (USC).
While serving overseas as a military psychologist, Dr. Longobardi treated personnel with stress related disorders. He worked as a psychologist with the County of Los Angeles for over 33 years where he served as Chief Psychologist in the Department of Health Services. He is a sought after speaker recognized in his field, speaking to psychology professional groups and private businesses. Dr. Longobardi brings a wide range of clinical, consultative, and academic expertise accumulated over decades of experience and training to serve the needs of those suffering from stress related disorders.
Janice B. Longobardi, R.N., B.S.N., P.H.N.
Ms. Janice Longobardi received her R.N. degree from Los Angeles Southwest College and her B.S.N. degree from the University of Phoenix. Her specializations include geriatric psychiatry and public health nursing. She currently is a nursing consultant on older adult health issues and on wellness/health coaching with a focus on diabetes and stress factors in medical conditions. Employment included 28 years as a Registered Nurse for the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services. With a specialization in psychiatry, her influence was instrumental in bringing a psychological perspective to the treatment of medical disorders. This perspective includes the role stressful life circumstances play in the initiation of and exacerbation of various medical illnesses. Her academic experience has included an instructor level appointment at Los Angeles Southwest College as well as proctoring and mentorship of nursing students. She has given many community talks on issues of health and wellness and is sought out for her expertise. With her decades of clinical experience, teaching, and management experience, she is at the forefront of integrated health care including behavioral and medical care.
I Can’t Take It Anymore
How To Manage Stress So It Doesn’t Manage You
What is stress?
Defines stress in three areas, physiological, emotional, and cognitive
Sources of stress
Discusses effects of change, health, finances, relationships, work on stress
Stress and your brain
Describes physiological effects of stress on brain, calmning areas of brain
Stress and your heart
Discusses role of inflammation from stress and personality factors
Stress and diabetes
Role of stress in causing/worsening diabetes, psychiatric complications, tips for management
Stress and depression
Stress effects on mood and neurotransmitters, depression in workplace
Think your way past stress
How to change mindset to manage stress, role of faith and spirituality
Goal setting and time management stress reduction
Tips to reduce stress through goal setting and proper time management
Stress reduction through relaxation strategies
Role of progressive muscle relaxation, mindfulness, yoga, and others in stress reduction
Physical exercise, massage, and stress reduction
Role of exercise on stress reduction physiologically and mentally as well as massage
Stress reduction and weight management
Effects of stress on weight control and tips to manage stress and weight
Stress reduction in the workplace and social support
Tips and strategies to reduce workplace stress and discussion of role of social support
Put it all together
Summary as well as 7-step strategy to apply stress reduction principles
This book is about informing the reader as to what is stress, the sources of stress, multiple ways in which stress affects us negatively, and ways to manage stress more effectively.
In these pages you will uncover..
- How chronic stress causes or worsens physical health conditions
- How chronic stress affects your mood and mental health
- How to change your mindset to manage stress
- The role faith and spirituality play in managing stress
- Tips to manage stress through physical means
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