Expressing Emotion: Myths, Realities, and Therapeutic Strategies [Paperback]

Eileen Kennedy-Moore (Author), Jeanne C. Watson (Author), Jeremy D. Safran (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1572306947 | ISBN-13: 978-1572306943 | Publication Date: March 23, 2001 | Edition: 1

This clearly written book examines the role of emotional expression and nonexpression in individual adaptation, social interaction, and the therapeutic process. Synthesizing a vast body of theory and research into a coherent conceptual framework, the authors show that expression and nonexpression come in many different forms, with a wide range of consequences for personal well- being and relationship satisfaction. Including helpful clinical examples, the book provides guidelines for the assessment and treatment of problems related to emotional behaviour.

Editorial Reviews

Review

'This book may well become the Michelin Guide for anyone touring the emotion literature. The authors have done a brilliant job in showing how emotion and its expression can serve as the basic organizing feature of much of modern-day psychology. This is a 'must read' for psychology students, psychotherapists, and researchers. I will certainly use it as a text in my upper-division undergraduate and graduate courses.' - James W. Pennebaker, PhD 'The authors provide comprehensive coverage of the early socialization influences of emotional inexpressiveness. Their superb exposition also encompasses the physical, psychological, and interpersonal problems associated with the inability to identify and communicate emotions. Additionally, the book reviews clinical procedures for use in both individual and couple therapy....An invaluable reference for clinicians and researchers alike.' - Marvin R. Goldfried, PhD 'A lively and accessible exploration of key issues...that will contribute substantially to the growing interest in emotion.' - From the Foreword by Jeremy D. Safran, PhD

From the Publisher

The following review of "Expressing Emotion" appeared in "Readings: A Journal of Reviews and Commentary in Mental Health," 3/00, Vol. 15(1), p. 26.

"It is impossible to do justice in a brief review to this excellent contribution to the literature on emotions. The authors' comprehensive dissection of the scientific research is impressive. They have culled the literature to present a clear, sound analysis of the effects of expressing or withholding emotions on physical well-being, psychological functioning, and interpersonal relationships. They demonstrate, through multiple examples of clinical practice, the complexities and paradoxes of emotional expression or nonexpression and, in doing so, establish their central thesis: that balance emotional behavior is characterized by integration flexibility, and interpersonal coordination. Current thinking maintains that simply expressing emotions is sufficient; these authors show that integrating them into psychological functioning is of the essence. Succinct, ongoing summaries, precise definitions of terminology, and logical development of the process model all contribute to! the overall excellence of this scientifically challenging and creative book, an essential one for researchers, psychotherapists of all orientation, professors, and students.--Margaret C. Kiely, Ph.D. Dept. of Psychology, U of Montreal." --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 365 pages
• Publisher: Guilford Press; 1 edition (March 23, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1572306947
• ISBN-13: 978-1572306943
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.9 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #931,496 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

PSYCHOLOGIST - AUTHOR - SPEAKER

Eileen Kennedy-Moore, PhD, is a psychologist with a private practice in Princeton, NJ (lic. #4254), where she works with children, adults, and families. Her approach is gentle and practical, informed by research but anchored in the real-world experience of being a mother of four.

Dr. Kennedy-Moore is the co-author of two books for parents: "Smart Parenting for Smart Kids: Nurturing Your Child's True Potential" (Jossey-Bass, available for pre-order, coming Mar. 2011) and "The Unwritten Rules of Friendship: Simple Strategies to Help Your Child Make Friends" (Little, Brown). She is also the author of an award-winning children's book, "What About Me? Twelve Ways to Get Your Parents' Attention Without Hitting Your Sister" (Parenting Press), and co-author of a book for mental health professionals, "Expressing Emotion" (Guilford Press).

A sought-after expert on parenting and child development, Dr. Kennedy-Moore has been a featured guest on many high-arbitron and nationally syndicated radio shows. She has also been quoted in numerous magazines and newspapers, including Parents, Parenting, Women's Day, Family Circle, and The Chicago Tribune. Dr. Kennedy-Moore frequently presents at schools and conferences on topics such as:

- Helping Siblings Get Along
- 5 People Skills Every Child Needs to Learn
- Beyond Busyness: Finding Balance in Today's Hectic, Time-Pressured World
- Preventing and Overcoming Writer's Block.

WEBSITE: http://www.EileenKennedyMoore.com
BLOG: http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/growing-friendships
SPEAKING CALENDAR: http://www.EileenKennedyMoore.com/wp/speaking-events/upcoming-speaking-events

Customer Reviews

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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent resource for both clinicians and researchers, June 23, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Expressing Emotion: Myths, Realities, and Therapeutic Strategies (Hardcover)

This book is clear and well-written and contains a wealth of useful information about relevant research studies and their clinical implications. The information is well-integrated and the perspectives are new and exciting. I would definitely recommend it for clinicians, students, researchers, and other interested readers. It makes a contribution to this important area of study.