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Emotion in therapy : from science to practice / Stefan G. Hofmann ; foreword by Steven C. Hayes

Author
Hofmann, Stefan G.
Published
New York : The Guilford Press, [2016]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Description
xxi, 202 pages ; 24 cm

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Contents
Machine generated contents note: 1. The Nature of Emotions -- 2. Individual Differences -- 3. Motivation and Emotion -- 4. Self and Self-Regulation -- 5. Emotion Regulation -- 6. Appraisal and Reappraisal -- 7. Positive Affect and Happiness -- 8. Neurobiology of Emotions -- Appendix I. Common Self-Report Measures -- Appendix II. Progressive Muscle Relaxation -- Appendix III. Expressive Writing.
Summary
"Grounded in cutting-edge scientific research, this book presents innovative ways to explore and work with emotions in psychotherapy. Preeminent clinician-researcher Stefan G. Hofmann accessibly explains how emotions operate, what influences them, and how they can cause distress. He presents strategies that can significantly improve existing evidence-based treatments and promote positive affect and happiness. Clinicians are guided to help clients with any diagnosis gain emotional awareness and use emotion regulation techniques, mindfulness-based practices, and other effective strategies. "In Practice" sidebars highlight specific clinical issues and offer illustrative case vignettes"--
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ISBN
9781462524488 hardcover alkaline paper
1462524486 hardcover alkaline paper
Bibliography Note
Includes bibliographical references and index.
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