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Progestins and the Mammary Gland
by Orla M. Conneely Christiane OttoProgestins play a key role in reproductive endocrinology and as pharmaceutical drugs for contraception and in combined hormone therapy. To further our understanding of progestin action in the mammary gland, an international symposium, attended by leading researchers from academia and industry, was held in Berlin, 21-23 March 2007. Genetic mouse models helped to elucidate the role of progestins, both in normal breast development and in disease. Mechanistic molecular studies inspired the design of new progestins with improved tissue selectivity. In addition, the clinical impact of progesterone receptor agonists and antagonists for the prevention and treatment of breast cancer was discussed.
Progestogens in Obstetrics and Gynecology
by Howard J. A. CarpThis book brings together the most up-to-date information about the physiology of progestogens. Addressing the bidirectional communication between hormones, fertility, tumors, and autoimmunity, it provides the basic science and clinical perspectives of progestogens which have not been previously available in one volume. In addition to estrogens, androgens, mineralocorticoids and glucocorticoids, progestogens are a major class of steroid hormone. While present in certain phases of estrous and menstrual cycles, progestogens are named for their function in maintaining pregnancy. This book is essentially practical in orientation, addressing the specific issues that confront the practitioner, and provides information to Obstetricians, Gynecologists, Reproductive endocrinologists, as well as Gynecological Oncologists and Rheumatologists. Contributions are from an international team of experts in the field, now completely updated in this new edition with new developments in primary dysmenorrhea and contraception.
The Program: 21 Days to a Stronger, Slimmer, Sexier You
by Jessie PavelkaSimple Changes = Powerful Results in Only 21 Days! For more than 10 years--most recently as the newest trainer on the hit television show The Biggest Loser and now inspiring its huge online community--fitness expert Jessie Pavelka gets results by keeping it simple. Pavelka knows health is all about living well, so he makes it easy to get with the program!For the first time, The Program brings together Pavelka's most effective tips, techniques, and no-fail workouts in book form. "Challenge yourself," Pavelka says. "Simply commit to making one change every day." The Program is organized by Pavelka's four pillars and his belief that making small changes in these areas leads to amazing benefits. These are: EAT: More than 60 simple recipes that have a ratio of lean protein, good carbohydrates, and healthy fat will reshape readers' relationship with their grocery list. SWEAT: More than 100 workouts are illustrated to inspire novices and experts alike, and the variety Pavelka provides will keep readers engaged. THINK: Wellbeing begins with positive thoughts--Pavelka's mindful practices are a refreshing blend of affirmation, relaxation, and focus. CONNECT: Pavelka provides tips on how to cultivate a support network that will keep you with The Program. Based on years of experience and successful coaching of thousands of clients on television and off, Pavelka's The Program will help you harness your individual power while losing weight, getting healthy, and enjoying life.
Program Your Baby's Health: The Pregnancy Diet for Your Child's Lifelong Well-Being
by Tamara Eberlein Barbara LukeThe most important period of your child's health is the nine months before birth. Cutting edge research in a new field known as "metabolic programming" reveals a startling new fact: what a mother eats during pregnancy has a far greater effect on her child's future development, overall health, and resistance to disease than was previously thought. In fact, adult chronic illnesses long blamed on an unhealthy lifestyle or genetic influences are now believed to be a direct result of the uterine environment during pregnancy. Now, thanks to this pioneering new book, you can "program" your baby's future health by eating right, gaining the appropriate amount of weight, and avoiding toxins--starting even before conceiving. Dr. Barbara Luke, a nationally recognized expert in the field of public-health nutrition, provides a complete, practical nutrition and lifestyle program that covers your entire pregnancy, month by month--and the first two years of your baby's life. Here is everything you need to know to raise the healthiest baby possible, including: - What to eat when you're trying to conceive and when you are pregnant - Practical strategies that protect your child against hypertension, diabetes, and obesity - Special dietary needs for women in every age group, from under 25 to over 40 - Quick, easy menus, helpful charts, and checklists - Replenishing fluids: how much do you need to drink? - The nutritional needs of mothers carrying twins or "super-twins" - New strategies for overcoming morning sickness - Helping your growing child eat right and stay healthy Pregnancy is your window of opportunity to boost your baby's health at birth, through childhood, and beyond. Let this book help you take the most advanced, scientific approach to preventing disease and optimizing health! From the Trade Paperback edition.
Programma di stretching: semplici esercizi per migliorare la qualità della vita
by Piera Biffardi Dale L. RobertsAlleviate le tensioni, riducete il dolore, muovetevi e sentitevi meglio con questi esercizi di stretching. E se pochi e semplici esercizi potessero drasticamente migliorare il modo in cui vi sentite, vi muovete e lavorate in tutti gli aspetti della vostra vita? E se poteste fare più di quanto abbiate mai fatto semplicemente aggiungendo pochi e semplici esercizi di allungamento alla vostra routine quotidiana? Il vostro corpo paga un prezzo per tutto lo stress della vita, che sia dovuto ad attività sportiva eccessiva, troppo lavoro o utilizzo smodato della tecnologia. I sintomi vanno da un indolenzimento a un dolore estremo. Autore di successo su Amazon, Dale L. Roberts presenta i notevoli risultati del suo studio sullo stretching. Basato sulla sua esperienza di personal trainer, attraverso ricerca ed evidenza clinica, Roberts risponde alla domanda: quali sono i segreti per migliorare la qualità della vita? Il libro inizia con una descrizione chiara e dettagliata dei benefici dello stretching, dei vari tipi e del modo corretto di eseguire gli esercizi. Si focalizza inoltre sui tipi di stretching più utili per alleviare le tensioni e trovare sollievo dagli allenamenti e stress quotidiani. Organizzato in base alle principali aree del corpo e requisiti specifici, "Programma di stretching" presenta dei programmi di stretching accompagnati da istruzioni semplici ed eseguibili da chiunque. "Programma di stretching" comprende: · Dozzine di esercizi di allungamento adatti quasi a chiunque · Istruzioni essenziali e semplici per ogni esercizio · Piani di stretching per decine di problemi di flessibilità comuni · Linee guida e suggerimenti utili per ottenere il massimo dal proprio allenamento · Collegamenti rapidi per navigare facilmente tra i programmi e le descrizioni degli esercizi · Suggerimenti utili
The Programme: For a Leaner, Stronger, Healthier You
by Jessie PavelkaGET IN THE BEST SHAPE OF YOUR LIFE In The Programme, Jessie Pavelka, popular fitness expert and star trainer of The Biggest Loser, delivers a practical guide for being healthy, living well and losing weight based on four essential building blocks Jessie has found to be key to lasting success with countless clients: *EAT: flavourful and healthy recipes using basic, common ingredients that are high protein and low in sugar and carbs*SWEAT: a high-intensity interval training programme and morning workouts that yield quick results *THINK: easy-to-use exercises that combine elements of yoga, biometrics and mindfulness*CONNECT: the book will help you build the strong relationships you need to foster a healthier life and readers will be able to share their progress and struggles with an online community that will launch with the book. Jessie also provides a maintenance plan that readers can use to ensure their results last. The Programme is a positive, sane way to lose weight and achieve good health by making small changes, finding balance and, ultimately, getting back to basics.
The Progressive Parent: Harnessing the Power of Science and Social Justice to Raise Awesome Kids
by Kavin SenapathyAn evidence-based, social justice–minded exploration of modern parenting, from an award-winning science journalist and cofounder of SciMoms How can we raise happy, well-adjusted kids today amid so much injustice and uncertainty? This is the question at the heart of the progressive parent&’s dilemma. Fortunately, award-winning science journalist Kavin Senapathy has the answers. In this lively, accessible exploration of modern parenting, Senapathy guides readers through the complex cultural, environmental, economic and political issues facing all families today. Equipped with practical tips and research-driven advice for parents of kids from infancy to early teens, she helps readers build a more fulfilling relationship with their children and themselves by addressing pressing questions such as: Is formula feeding okay? What is &“natural parenting&”? How much screen time is too much screen time? How do I help my children navigate questions around race and gender identity? Informed by her experiences as a nonbinary parent of color, and filled with a science journalist&’s hard-won wisdom, The Progressive Parent is an essential read for any parent or parent-to-be who believes that the values of science, truth, equity and justice should be applied not only individually, but collectively.
Progressive Sexuality Education: The Conceits of Secularism (Routledge Research in Education)
by Mary Lou RasmussenThis book engages contemporary debates about the notion of secularism outside of the field of education in order to consider how secularism shapes the formation of progressive sexuality education. Focusing on the US, Canada, Ireland, Aotearoa-New Zealand and Australia, this text considers the affinities, prejudices, and attachments of scholars who advocate secular worldviews in the context of sexuality education, and some of the consequences that ensue from these ways of seeing. This study identifies and interrogates how secularism infuses progressive sexuality education. It asks readers to consider their own investments in particular ways of thinking and researching in the field of sexuality education, and to think about how these investments have developed and how they shape existing discourses within the field of sexuality education. It hones in on how progressive sexuality education has come to develop in the way that it has, and how this relates to conceits of secularism. This book prompts a consideration of how "progressive" scholarship and practice might get in the way of meaningful conversations with students, teachers, and peers who think differently about the field of sexuality education.
Progressive Tinnitus Management: Clinical Handbook for Audiologists
by James A. Henry Tara L. Zaugg Paula J. Myers Caroline J. KendallThis textbook describes PTM in detail. Minimal background information is provided with the focus on describing the clinical procedures for conducting PTM. The handbook includes 25 separate appendices to facilitate the clinical implementation of PTM with the appropriate flowcharts, procedural guides, questionnaires, patient handouts, and forms.
La prohibición: Un siglo de guerra contra las drogas. De las restricciones al cultivo de opio, coca y cannabis a la intervención de Estados Unidos en Latinoamérica
by ThcEl más completo recorrido por la historia de la prohibición de las drogas, desde las guerras del opio entre China y el Imperio Británico a las actuales guerras narcos, pasando por la Ley Seca, las anfetaminas nazis y el Plan Cóndor. La prohibición es un estado de la cultura. En un mundo que aún se resiste a la legalización, seguir investigando es imprescindible. A través de este recorrido minucioso que va desde las guerras del opio entre China y el Imperio Británico del siglo XIX a las actuales intervenciones de la CIA y la DEA en México y Colombia, pasando por la Ley Seca, el uso de anfetaminas entre las tropas de la Alemania nazi, la cruzada contra el coqueo en los países andinos y el Plan Cóndor, La prohibición tiende un hilo común entre hechos aparentemente inconexos, identifica a los actores relevantes de esta larga saga y plantea una serie de hipótesis sobre cómo es posible que la prohibición de algunas sustancias psicoactivas se haya transformado en la convención represiva más extendida a nivel global, así como en fuente de la mayor y más letal actividad criminal del mundo. «Esta no es una historia de las drogas ni una historia del narcotráfico, es una historia de la Prohibición. El proyecto siempre tuvo un rumbo seguro y límites precisos: retratar y analizar la lucha despiadada contra personas que consumen determinadas sustancias y quienes más se exponen al proveerlas; todo en nombre de una moral racial y colonialista, en beneficio de un complejo entramado médico, policial, judicial, político, militar, industrial, farmacéutico y financiero. La llamada 'guerra a las drogas', sostiene Suppa Altman, constituye un fenómeno moderno regido por el capitalismo y la globalización que se ha ido desmadrando porque nunca acabará. Un negocio cruento. Cuanto más se aprieta, más sangre y dinero sale. El genocidio por goteo de nuestra América y 'el desmadre económico, político y social', como plantea el autor, son factores que justifican una lectura urgente de este trabajo. Las citas de especialistas, informes, leyes locales, convenciones internacionales y libros deben destacarse. Aportan un índice para la búsqueda de información en este mar desconocido de la prohibición, en el que rescata a personajes e investigaciones censuradas para evitar la aplicación de una política de drogas centrada en la evidencia y el respeto por los derechos humanos.»Del prólogo de Emilio Ruchansky
Prohibitted Knowledge: They don't want you to know the Truth (Hidden History #10)
by Miguel PedreroThere is a "forbidden knowledge" or "cursed" that is elbowing its way. Although large academic institutions and political and financial power try to stop it, committed, prepared and enlightened women and men are bringing it to light in schools, laboratories, archaeological campaigns or historical studies. In this book the reader will discover, among many other destabilizing issues, that: –Eminent microbiologists and astrophysicists defend that our DNA is artificial and we are probably the creation of an alien civilization. –There is remarkable evidence that beings from other worlds visited us in the remote past, being taken by gods. –The traditions and sacred books of various religions –including the Judeo-Christian– describe contacts with extraterrestrials. –On Earth, other humanities lived in a remote past. –On the face of our planet there were disappeared civilizations with enormous technological development, long before the Egyptian and the Sumerian. –Scientists already have proof that life exists after life. - It is fully accepted that there are countless parallel universes where life forms can exist. –The UFO phenomenon constitutes proof that these dimensional intelligences have been with us since the beginning of time.
Project Beta: The Story of Paul Bennewitz, National Security, and the Creation of a Modern UFO Myth
by Greg BishopTHE HORRIFYING TRUE STORY OF A GOVERNMENT-AUTHORIZED CAMPAIGN OF DISINFORMATION THAT DEFINED AN ERA OF ALIEN PARANOIA AND DESTROYED ONE MAN'S LIFE. In 1978, Paul Bennewitz, an electrical physicist living in Albuquerque, New Mexico, engaged in some aggressive radio monitoring of the nearby Sandia Labs, then managed by the Department of Defense. When he became convinced that the strange lights hovering over the labs and Kirtland Air Force Base signaled the vanguard of an extraterrestrial alien invasion, he began writing TV stations, newspapers, senators -- and even President Reagan -- to alert them. For the most part Bennewitz received form-letter replies, but Air Force investigators paid him a visit, as did Bill Moore, author of the first book on the Roswell incident. Before long Moore -- then a new force in civilian UFO research -- was tapped by a group of intelligence agents and a deal was struck: Moore was to keep tabs on Bennewitz while the Air Force ran a psychological profile and disinformation campaign on the unsuspecting physicist. In return, Air Force Intelligence would let Moore in on classified UFO material. This is Bennewitz's harrowing tale, told by fringe-culture historian Greg Bishop. It is the troubling account of the custom-made hall of smoke and mirrors that eventually drove Bennewitz to a mental institution, as well as the story of the explosive propagation of disinformation that began in 1979 and reverberates through the UFO community and pop culture to this day.
Project Happiness: 273 Little Tips and Big Ideas for Finding Joy
by Sophie GoldingPacked with creative ideas and uplifting quotes, this little volume is your road-map to changing your routine and feeling happy. Whether you want a lift to your day, a long-term project to engage your attention or a fresh perspective on life, dip into Project Happiness for your next step towards joy.
Project Happiness: 273 Little Tips and Big Ideas for Finding Joy
by Sophie GoldingPacked with creative ideas and uplifting quotes, this little volume is your road-map to changing your routine and feeling happy. Whether you want a lift to your day, a long-term project to engage your attention or a fresh perspective on life, dip into Project Happiness for your next step towards joy.
Project Rebirth: Survival and the Strength of the Human Spirit from 9/11 Survivors
by Courtney E. Martin Robin SternEach year, every year, on the anniversary of the attacks, Jim Whitaker and his film crew interviewed eight people who were directly affected by the events of 9/11. They used five of these subjects and their words as the basis for the documentary Rebirth, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2011. Based on the film, the book Project Rebirth allows the powerful rediscovery stories of all these individuals - both those featured in the film and those whose stories did not make it onto celluloid - to be shared with the world. Book jacket.
PROLOG: Assessment And Critique (Prolog)
by American College of Obstetricians and GynecologistsEach of the 6 units of PROLOG addresses a major area in obstetrics and gynecology and consists of two parts—an assessment book and a critique book. Put your knowledge to the test and earn 25 CME credits for this volume! The obstetrician–gynecologist who completes Obstetrics, Eighth Edition, should be able to:Demonstrate an understanding of maternal and fetal physiology and pathophysiology and their impact on normal and complicated pregnanciesIdentify components of antepartum care that optimize maternal and perinatal outcomes in uncomplicated pregnancies, including education regarding normal pregnancyDiagnose and plan efficacious and cost-effective management of medical and obstetric conditions encountered during the antepartum period.Identify the risks and prognosis of selected complications of pregnancy and in the neonateDescribe invasive and noninvasive methods of fetal assessment in the antepartum period and identify the risks, indications, predictive value, and physiologic basis for testsDiagnose problems and manage obstetric emergencies.Select appropriate management strategies for intrapartum care and deliveryConsider medical-legal principles, risk management and office management guidelines in obstetric practice.
PROLOG: Patient Management in the Office, Eighth Edition (Prolog)
by American College of Obstetricians and GynecologistsPROLOG: Patient Management in the Office, Eighth Edition, is the premier learning tool for staying up-to-date in obstetrics and gynecology. Consisting of an assessment and critique book, PROLOG is an effective, self-directed study resource and reference for both obstetrician–gynecologists and those in training. The content is peer-reviewed, current, and clinically relevant. Put your knowledge to the test and earn 25 CME credits with this volume.
Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD
by Edna B. Foa Barbara Olasov Rothbaum Elizabeth A. HembreeAn estimated 70% of adults in the United States have experienced a traumatic event at least once in their lives. Though most recover on their own, up to 20% develop chronic Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. For these people, overcoming PTSD requires the help of a professional. This guide gives clinicians the information they need to treat clients who exhibit the symptoms of PTSD. It is based on the principles of Prolonged Exposure Therapy, the most scientifically-tested and proven treatment that has been used to effectively treat victims of all types of trauma. Whether your client is a veteran of combat, a victim of a physical or sexual assault, or a casualty of a motor vehicle accident, the techniques and strategies outlined in this book will help. In this treatment clients are exposed to imagery of their traumatic memories, as well as real-life situations related to the traumatic event in a step-by-step, controllable way. Through these exposures, your client will learn to confront the trauma and begin to think differently about it, leading to a marked decrease in levels of anxiety and other PTSD symptoms. Clients are provided education about PTSD and other common reactions to traumatic events. Breathing retraining is taught as a method for helping the client manage anxiety in daily life. Designed to be used in conjunction with the corresponding client workbook, this therapist guide includes all the tools necessary to effectively implement the prolonged exposure program including assessment measures, session outlines, case studies, sample dialogues, and homework assignments. This comprehensive resource is an exceptional treatment manual that is sure to help you help your clients reclaim their lives from PTSD. Treatments That Work TM represents the gold standard of behavioral healthcare interventions! All programs have been rigorously tested in clinical trials and are backed by years of research A prestigious scientific advisory board, led by series Editor-In-Chief David H. Barlow, reviews and evaluates each intervention to ensure that it meets the highest standard of evidence so you can be confident that you are using the most effective treatment available to date Our books are reliable and effective and make it easy for you to provide your clients with the best care available Our corresponding workbooks contain psycho educational information, forms and worksheets, and homework assignments to keep clients engaged and motivated A companion website (www.oup.com/us/ttw) offers downloadable clinical tools and helpful resources Continuing Education (CE) Credits are now available on select titles in collaboration with Psycho Educational Resources, Inc. (PER)
The Promise: Break Free from Limitation and Reclaim Your Inner Power
by Mandy MorrisJoin manifestation coach Mandy Morris on an enlightening, soulful adventure where she will teach how to tap into the light and embrace your inner power.&“Hello, beautiful soul. You are about to embark on a journey unlike one you&’ve ever experienced, a powerful crash course in accessing your light, which is the source of your authentic self . . .&” — from the IntroductionIn The Promise, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and best-selling author Mandy Morris explores the importance of connecting the trials and tribulations of our everyday lives to the beautiful story that we, the infinite beings of this Universe, are all entitled to live. Unbind yourself from the fears and doubts that drag you down to the darkest trenches of your life and learn how to handle adversity in a new, more assured and confident way, just as the Universe intended you to do.Reconnecting with the Universe and discovering your inner strength has never been simpler as Mandy shares the seven pathways of the Universe that are designed to bring us out of the darkness of human conditioning and into the light. There is a path to follow for any circumstance you may be going through. By understanding how to harness the powers of Expansion, Self-Knowledge, Empathy, Clarity, Transmutation, Co-creation, and Coherence, you will be prepared for whatever challenges you may face.No longer do you have to wade in the darkness. Run into the light and feel the love, feel connected, and feel the Universe flowing through you as you embark on the divine story that you were born to live. The Universe made you a promise; it&’s time to believe it.
The Promise: An Introduction to the History of Medicine
by Kourosh NazariFor centuries, one principle has stood above all others in the medical field: First, do no harm. But has our basic healthcare lost this vital philosophy in its pursuit of advancement and profit? Follow the journey of medicine from its earliest beginnings at the dawn of humanity to the incredible technological advances of the 21st century. By examining key figures and events, this book’s focus on the rationales of pioneering practitioners and the philosophies behind major discoveries sets it apart from current medical and historical literature for both providers and consumers of healthcare.In the age of unprecedented advancements, the evolution of medicine and its underlying philosophies has been cast aside for the pursuit of the next, best development. In the search to provide the best care, human history has had great triumphs but also great horrors. It is important in our healthcare pursuits, both as patient and practitioner, to remember that history and examine how today’s medicine fits within its historical progression.
Promise Me: How a Sister's Love Launched the Global Movement to End Breast Cancer
by Nancy G. BrinkerSuzy and Nancy Goodman were more than sisters. They were best friends, confidantes, and partners in the grand adventure of life. For three decades, nothing could separate them. Not college, not marriage, not miles. Then Suzy got sick. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1977; three agonizing years later, at thirty-six, she died. It wasn't supposed to be this way. The Goodman girls were raised in postwar Peoria, Illinois, by parents who believed that small acts of charity could change the world. Suzy was the big sister--the homecoming queen with an infectious enthusiasm and a generous heart. Nancy was the little sister--the tomboy with an outsized sense of justice who wanted to right all wrongs. The sisters shared makeup tips, dating secrets, plans for glamorous fantasy careers. They spent one memorable summer in Europe discovering a big world far from Peoria. They imagined a long life together--one in which they'd grow old together surrounded by children and grandchildren. Suzy's diagnosis shattered that dream. In 1977, breast cancer was still shrouded in stigma and shame. Nobody talked about early detection and mammograms. Nobody could even say the words "breast" and "cancer" together in polite company, let alone on television news broadcasts. With Nancy at her side, Suzy endured the many indignities of cancer treatment, from the grim, soul-killing waiting rooms to the mistakes of well-meaning but misinformed doctors. That's when Suzy began to ask Nancy to promise. To promise to end the silence. To promise to raise money for scientific research. To promise to one day cure breast cancer for good. Big, shoot-for-the-moon promises that Nancy never dreamed she could fulfill. But she promised because this was her beloved sister. I promise, Suzy. Even if it takes the rest of my life. Suzy's death--both shocking and senseless--created a deep pain in Nancy that never fully went away. But she soon found a useful outlet for her grief and outrage. Armed only with a shoebox filled with the names of potential donors, Nancy put her formidable fund-raising talents to work and quickly discovered a groundswell of grassroots support. She was aided in her mission by the loving tutelage of her husband, restaurant magnate Norman Brinker, whose dynamic approach to entrepreneurship became Nancy's model for running her foundation. Her account of how she and Norman met, fell in love, and managed to achieve the elusive "true marriage of equals" is one of the great grown-up love stories among recent memoirs. Nancy's mission to change the way the world talked about and treated breast cancer took on added urgency when she was herself diagnosed with the disease in 1984, a terrifying chapter in her life that she had long feared. Unlike her sister, Nancy survived and went on to make Susan G. Komen for the Cure into the most influential health charity in the country and arguably the world. A pioneering force in cause-related marketing, SGK turned the pink ribbon into a symbol of hope everywhere. Each year, millions of people worldwide take part in SGK Race for the Cure events. And thanks to the more than $1. 5 billion spent by SGK for cutting-edge research and community programs, a breast cancer diagnosis today is no longer a death sentence. In fact, in the time since Suzy's death, the five-year survival rate for breast cancer has risen from 74 percent to 98 percent. Promise Me is a deeply moving story of family and sisterhood, the dramatic "30,000-foot view" of the democratization of a disease, and a soaring affirmative to the question: Can one person truly make a difference?
The Promise of Energy Psychology
by David FeinsteinThis groundbreaking book explains how to tap into your body's energy not only to change your health, but to change your behaviors and thought patterns as well. Your body is comprised of energy pathways and energy centers that are in constant motion, a dynamic interplay with other energies and with your cells, organs, immune system, mood, and thoughts. If you can shift these energies, you can influence your physical health, your emotional patterns, and your state of mind. The Promise of Energy Psychology gives simple step-by-step instructions that will help you to: - overcome fear, guilt, shame, jealousy, or anger - change unwanted habits and behaviors - enhance your ability to love, succeed, and enjoy life The energy approach presented in this book can help bring about significant change in your life. With this strategy, stubborn phobias often fade in minutes; the lifelong effects of an early trauma can frequently be reduced or completely eliminated; uncontrollable anger can rapidly become manageable; even elusive physical problems may respond where other treatments have failed. The Promise of Energy Psychology is an amazing tool that puts the ability to effect change directly into your hands, and finally gives you control over your fears, pain, and destructive behaviors. .
The Promise of Sleep: A Pioneer in Sleep Medicine Explores the Vital Connection Between Health, Happiness, and a Good Night's Sleep
by William C. Dement Christopher VaughanSleep better, live longer with the groundbreaking information and step-by-step program in this revolutionary book. Healthful sleep has been empirically proven to be the single most important factor in predicting longevity, more influential than diet, exercise, or heredity. And yet we are a sleep-sick society, ignorant of the facts of sleep--and the price of sleep deprivation. In this groundbreaking book, based on decades of study on the frontiers of sleep science, Dr. William Dement, founder and director of the Stanford University Sleep Research Center, explains what happens when we sleep, when we don't, and how we can reclaim the most powerful--and underrated--health miracle of all. Taking us on a fascinating tour of our sleeping body and mind, Dr. Dement reveals the price we have paid for ignoring sleep--an epidemic of heart disease, 33 percent of traffic-fatigue-related accidents, and immeasurable mental and psychological disadvantages. And he offers a hands-on prescription for vibrant good health and longevity, including... self-tests to determine how much sleep you really need... the role of prescription and over-the-counter sleeping aids... the latest research on how sleep affects the immune system... how to combat insomnia, snoring, and jet lag... plus information on sleep disorder clinics nationwide, Web sites, and more. Taking readers on a fascinating tour of our sleeping body and mind, Dr. William C. Dement reveals the price paid for ignoring sleep--an epidemic of heart disease, traffic-fatigue-related accidents (responsible for a full third of all traffic accidents), and immeasurable mental and psychological disadvantages. Offering a hands-on prescription for vibrant good health and longevity, THE PROMISE OF SLEEP includes self-tests to determine how much sleep you really need, full information on the role of prescription and over-the-counter sleeping aids, the latest research on how sleep affects the immune system, helpful methods for combating insomnia, snoring, and jet lag, plus information on sleep disorder clinics nationwide, sleep disorder Web sites, and more.
Promoting Biodiversity in Food Systems
by Irana W. HawkinsBiodiversity of the food system is crucial for food production and loss of biodiversity is a pressing issue. This book focuses on biodiversity’s crucial role in food systems, health and well-being, and fate of the natural environment. It provides practical recommendations on how proper food systems can sustain a healthier planet and protect biodiversity. Sections provide a comprehensive understanding of the urgent need for promoting biodiversity-promoting food systems that help maintain planetary boundaries that are at risk; mimic the natural processes of highly integrated ecosystems; and improve human/planetary health while providing a wholesome and sufficient food supply.
Promoting Child and Parent Wellbeing: How to Use Evidence- and Strengths-Based Strategies in Practice
by Carole SuttonInformed by a wealth of research, this accessible book focuses on a strengths-based approach to promoting children's wellbeing and giving them the best opportunities to succeed. By identifying risk factors and the protective factors which can be used to counter them, this book stresses the importance of preventative measures and early intervention to effectively support parents and their children. It shows that there are many protective factors and practices that parents, teachers and carers can employ to support children's development, promote mental and emotional wellbeing, and reduce the risks of crime and anti-social behaviour. Each section explores the issues associated with specific age groups, from pregnancy to early teens. It identifies areas that should be a key focus for practitioners and services such as promoting attachment and communication, and highlights effective practices such as motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). Bringing together the international evidence-base concerning ways of working with young children and their families, this book offers practical advice for practitioners, managers and commissioners of services across health and social care.