The collection of papers by scholars and researchers explore the impact of stress on health. It details the different ways in which the phenomenon of stress and health can be understood. Combining theoretical perspectives and practical approaches, it begins with an understanding of the basic concepts of stress and mental health and analyses factors linked to climate and job that promote stress. It bears specific reference to the disastrous effects of stress in modern living. With reference to different contexts like organisations, educational institutions and therapeutic settings, it discusses specific concerns like the effects of parental deprivation on the personality of children and psychological distress in gerontological caregivers. It stresses the need for family therapy, health relations within families and a healthy school environment.