Yoga for Mental Health - Heather Mason, Kelly Birch

Yoga for Mental Health - Heather Mason, Kelly Birch

Language: English

Yoga is a holistic body and mind practice that is a particularly effective tool for self-regulation, mood management, resilience building and well-being. At its core, yoga is a system that improves mental health and alleviates suffering at the deepest level. As a result, yoga is increasingly seen as a central part of complementary and holistic mental health care worldwide.

The book serves as both a reference guide and a bridge between yoga and healthcare, supporting the growing integration of yoga into mental health work. It is a resource for professionals, helping mental health professionals understand the potential of yoga to support the therapeutic process. It also provides information on yoga best practices for yoga instructors who focus on promoting mental health and well-being.

The structure of the book is designed to be clear and easy to read. The first chapter presents the perspective of yoga philosophy on mental health and well-being, as well as the psychological and neurological foundations of yoga in the treatment of mental health problems. The following chapters review mental health disorders, current research, the rationale for integrating yoga, recommended yoga practices, and future trends.

This work is a useful textbook for mental health and yoga professionals who want to deepen their knowledge of the possibilities of yoga in supporting mental health.