Author

Pennebaker, James W.

Smyth, Joshua M.

Edition

3rd ed.

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

The Guilford Press

Publication Date

2016

Physical Description

xi, 210 p. ; 23 cm.

Subjects

Writing

Stress, Psychological - prevention & control

Adaptation, Psychological

Neoplasms - psychology

Mind-Body Therapies

Narrative Therapy

Self Disclosure

Popular Work

Abstract

Contents:

Introduction -- "Shh ... It's a secret": beginning to explore the connection between confession and health -- The invention of the expressive writing approach -- What's on your mind?: Health benefits of verbal and written disclosure -- Dealing with chronic health problems using expressive writing -- Writing to clear the mind: expressive writing in learning and education -- "Get these thoughts out of my head!" Getting past obsessions, insomnia, and bouts of stupidity -- To speed up or slow down?: How people differ in coping with trauma -- "I'm here for you ... or am I?": The audience on the other end of our words -- How does writing help us secure a healthier and happier future? -- Pulling it all together: recommendations for your use of expressive writing.

ISBN

9781462524921

1462524923

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Patient or Public

Location

Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Vancouver Library

Call Number

WM420.5.N3 P412 2013

Website Notes

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