Anxiety and depression / Dr Cheryl Rezek.

Includes bibliographical references.

This research-based book provides an introduction to mindfulness, the concepts and theory behind it and how it can help manage not only anxiety, but a number of physical and emotional issues. It includes step-by-step practices to manage your anxiety and depression, and links to an audio download of guided meditations. Topics include: * Understanding anxiety and mindfulness * No magic pills * How did I get to be like this? * Anxiety and depression in context * The stress response * Breaking the cycle * Effects of mindfulness on the brain * Working with, not against yourself * Fire-fighting anxieties and depression * Moving forwards - take care