Mental health, naturally : the family guide to holistic care for a healthy mind and body

Kemper, Kathi. (Author).

Record details

ISBN: 9781581103106 (pbk.)
ISBN: 1581103107 (pbk.)
Physical Description: print
xx, 621 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Publisher: Elk Grove Village, IL : American Academy of Pediatrics, c2010.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references (p. [529]-596) and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Challenges and goals. Are mental health problems really a problem? ; What is mental health? -- Fundamental strategies. Exercise ; Restful sleep ; Nutrition ; Dietary supplements : overview ; Dietary supplements : vitamins ; Dietary supplements : minerals ; Dietary supplements : essential fatty acids ; Dietary supplements : amino acids ; Dietary supplements : hormones ; Dietary supplements : probiotics ; Positive environmental factors ; Protecting against negative environmental aspects -- Managing stress : overview ; Managing stress : emotional practices ; Managing stress : mental practices ; Managing stress : spiritual practices -- Communication skills and community building to promote mental health : overview ; Communication skills : being a friend to yourself ; Communicating with others ; Building community, support, and fellowship -- Beyond fundamentals : additional help. Herbs ; Homeopathy and Bach flower remedies ; Massage ; Acupuncture ; Chiropractic and osteopathy ; Magnets and electrical stimulation -- Putting it all together. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder : improving focus and attention ; Anxiety : improving a sense of security, serenity, calm, confidence, and courage ; Defeating depressions : building hope ; Advocacy to promote mental health.