Technologies for preserving and improving mental health

The manual sets out ways to strengthen and preserve mental health. Information about the factors defining mental health and transitional stages from mental health to illness are given. The early signs of mental health, negative mental states (asthenia, anxiety, depression, aggression) and personal characteristics are described. The manual outlines the main psychohygienic techniques of self -help: strong -willed, rational, mnemonic, emotional, etc.
The main methods of mental self-regulation are described: autogenic training, neuromuscular relaxation, respiratory rhythm management, etc. The manual contains recommendations on optimal communication styles with people related to individual psychological types, as well as expressed individual personality traits (accentuations) . Methods of pharmaco-prevention of early manifestations of mental disorders are given.
The manual is intended for general practitioners, students of medical universities, faculties of psychology, students of the faculties of postgraduate education in the study of medical psychology and psychiatry. It can be useful clinical psychologists in their practical work and persons who want to preserve and improve mental health