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Book SynopsisReveals proven solutions for bettering the lives of people with serious mental illness, their families, and their communities. Leading scientist and gifted storyteller Rachel A. Pruchno, PhD, was shocked to encounter misinformation, ignorance, and intolerance when she sought to help her daughter, newly diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Turning to the scientific literature, Dr. Pruchno eventually found solutions, but she realized many others would need help to understand the highly technical writing and conflicting findings. In Beyond Madnesspart memoir, part history, and part empathetic guideDr. Pruchno draws on her decades as a mental health professional, her own family's experiences with mental illness, and extensive interviews with people with serious mental illness to discuss how individuals live with these illnesses, including bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and major depression. The book presents real-world vignettes that vividly describe what it is like to experience some of tTrade ReviewAt every turn, [Pruchno] puts human faces on maladies that experts sometimes reduce to abstractions. . . . A heartfelt and extremely informative overview of serious mental illness.—Kirkus ReviewsTable of ContentsPrologueChapter 1. Preliminary PointsChapter 2. Breaking BrainsChapter 3. Crisis CareChapter 4. New NormalChapter 5. Ongoing ObstaclesChapter 6. Senseless SufferingChapter 7. Remarkable ResilienceEpilogueAcknowledgmentsNotesIndex

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Book SynopsisThis simple and effective deck brings you strategies, actions and reflections to help you deal with difficult emotions and challenge negative thought processes, all the while encouraging you to build a more resilient mindset.Designed by clinical psychologist Dr Emma Cotterill, the 45 cards draw on established therapy approaches including CBT, ACT, mindfulness and principles of self-compassion. The deck's three themes will help you create a personalized, holistic toolkit so that you can:• RESPOND to difficult emotions and develop more helpful ways of thinking • RESTORE your energy and sense of calm through self-care strategies • REFLECT on your thoughts, feelings and behaviours to encourage further growthThe accompanying guidebook offers additional advice and shows you the best combination of cards to use for specific mental health issues.

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Book SynopsisLearn how adjusting your thoughts can change your health—from the “mother of mindfulness” and first female tenured professor of psychology at Harvard.“What matters more: mind or body? Filled with original research and thought-provoking insights, The Mindful Body shows that the two are not just connected but are actually one, opening us to vast potential for health and happiness.”—Dan Ariely, New York Times bestselling author of Predictably IrrationalWhen it comes to our health, we tend to live our lives as though our ailments—our stiff knees or frayed nerves or diminished eyesight—can change only in one direction: for the worse. Award-winning social psychologist Ellen J. Langer’s life’s work proves the fault in this negative outlook as well as the healing power of its alternative: mindfulness—the process of active noticing where we are not bound by past ex

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Book SynopsisThis spellbinding graphic novel follows the adventures of Violet-a young witch whose mother was murdered when she was a child. As she wages war against necromancers and demons, Violet learns to overcome her internal monsters as well.In this groundbreaking comic book for teens and young adults, we meet Violet-a witch whose mother was burned alive for witchcraft when she was only six years old. Violet nearly suffers the same fate, but is rescued by her grandfather before she burns to death. Running from country to country, as well as from herself, Violet never gets a chance to fully process her traumatic experience.When she turns 19, Violet begins training at the Underworld Intelligence Agency (UIA) in hopes of becoming a Dark Agent-someone tasked with keeping the balance between the world of the living and the world of the undead. During her training, Violet hopes to finally overcome her fear of death and take control of her emotions, but instead she finds that mindfulness, vulnerability, and acceptance are the skills most necessary to help her succeed.Blended seamlessly throughout the story are elements of a powerful and evidence-based treatment called acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Whether or not you've experienced a traumatic event like Violet, you'll find valuable skills you can apply to your own life to help you conquer your demons and hone your unique superpowers.

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Book SynopsisDiscover how you can use high-protein, brain-fueling foods to overcome anxiety, worry, and fatigue for good!Do you struggle with anxiety, sugar cravings, weight gain, and fatigue? You aren’t alone. In our busy, overscheduled lives, many of us turn to fast food to relieve stress and meet the challenges of our jobs, families, and relationships. But these “on-the-go” meals—which are typically low in protein and high in sugar—can actually contribute to our anxiety, add to our waistlines, and increase our risk of developing devastating medical problems. So, what can you do to break free from this vicious cycle?In this practical, feel-better-now workbook, you’ll learn how to make healthier food choices, and discover how protein and sugar affect your emotions and energy on any given day. You’ll also find convenient meal planning and tracking tools to help you monitor your progress, and a wealth of easy tips and doable ways to improve your diet, overcome fatigue, and restore your vitality and mental clarity.Everyone’s heard the adage, “You are what you eat.” When it comes to anxiety, research now shows that nutritional factors often underlie the anxious thoughts and feelings we have every day. With this life-changing workbook, you’ll learn to use brain-boosting foods to stay one step ahead of anxiety.

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Book SynopsisIf you have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), you may feel like you have to follow a rigid set of rules to successfully get through your day. And if you're like many others, your OCD rule list may look something like this:- You must always control your internal experiences! - You must be absolutely certain! - The presence of any anxiety means you are in danger! - You alone are responsible if you fail to prevent harm! - Pay attention to every single thought you have! - Everything must be just right! - Always keep your OCD hidden from others! These rules can keep you feeling stuck, anxious, and unable to move forward in your life. The good news is there are tools you can use to free yourself from these self-imposed rules-so you can start living a more expansive and flexible life. This book will help you break ALL your OCD rules, and will help you understand why that's a good thing.Written by an OCD expert, and grounded in evidence-based exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP), this book addresses the seven most common rules that people with OCD create for themselves, and shows you how to break each one-so you can find freedom from the repetitive thoughts, compulsions, and shame they generate. You'll learn to embrace uncertainty and ambiguity, stop avoiding the things that make you uneasy, and start recognizing your anxiety for what it is-a false alarm system. With practice, you'll be able to move beyond your OCD symptoms and behaviours, and start thinking more flexibly. If you're ready to toss the OCD rulebook aside and start living with more freedom than ever before, this book can help you, step by step.

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewIntegrative medicine addresses mind, body, and spirit. The Ketamine Breakthrough's blueprint provides readers an opportunity for healing that is truly integrative. - Andrew Weil, M.D. #1 New York Times best-selling author of 8 Weeks to Optimal Health The world needs more people who are led by Self. The Ketamine Breakthrough is for anyone who is ready to make this powerful shift. The protocol outlined in this book will help you greet all the parts of yourself with compassion and, by doing so, can help you to feel more whole. - Dr. Richard Schwartz, author of No Bad Parts, founder of Internal Family Systems Our tools for treating the virtual epidemic of mood disorders, including depression and anxiety, are profoundly limited. The Ketamine Breakthrough takes us to the leading edge of an exciting, new, and effective approach for these and other mental disorders—a therapy that is so desperately needed. This book provides an empowering revelation not just in terms of the scope of the problem, but also in terms of the promise for recovery. - David Perlmutter, M.D., #1 New York Times best-selling author, author of Drop Acid, board-certified neurologist I highly recommend The Ketamine Breakthrough for anyone who is looking to target the cause of mental illness at its root. - J.J. Virgin, New York Times best-selling author of The Virgin Diet Nationally recognized psychotherapist Dr. Mike Dow is always at the forefront of supporting the nation's mental health. The Ketamine Breakthrough is a must-read for anyone looking for a holistic and integrative approach to mental illness. I give it my highest recommendation. - Anthony Youn, M.D., F.A.C.S., America's Holistic Plastic Surgeon® and author of The Age FixDr. Mike Dow is on the forefront of mental health and this book is 'the' megaphone that will lead this revolution, not only in mental health but health in general. In The Ketamine Breakthrough, Dr. Dow breaks down the barriers and opens the door to improved psychological and physical health. The question is, 'Will you take the first step?' - Shawn Tassone, M.D., Ph.D., America's Holistic Gynecologist and international best-selling author of The Hormone Balance Bible The Ketamine Breakthrough is a must-read for forward-thinking people who want to understand and heal the root cause of disease. - Kellyann Petrucci, M.S., N.D., New York Times best-selling author of The Bone Broth Diet The Ketamine Breakthrough is for anyone who is looking for a deep, spiritual solution to feeling stuck in their lives. If your intuition tells you a deeper path is waiting for you, this book is for you. - Sonia Choquette, New York Times best-selling author, Trust Your GuidesThe spiritual tradition of using psychedelics to heal and grow has been around for millennia. The Ketamine Breakthrough brings the wisdom of shamans to modern societies—at a time when they need this ancient wisdom the most. - Dr. Alberto Villoldo, founder of The Four Winds Society, best-selling author of Grow a New Body and Shaman, Healer, SageWorking with Dr. Mike has helped me heal childhood traumas that have affected my adult life. I'm passionate about Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy and highly recommend it to my fellow trauma survivors out there. You are not alone. - Tyler Baltierra, author of Conquering Chaos and star of MTV’s Teen MomThis must-read book brilliantly explores a groundbreaking treatment option that is revolutionizing the way clinicians approach certain medical conditions. - Nita Landry, M.D., FACOG, author of Dr. Nita's Crash Course For Women and cohost of The DoctorsThis book is an incredible and enlightening deep dive into Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, a practice that has personally changed my life. For the psychedelic skeptics, this is your guy! Dr. Dow is as educated on psychedelics as they come, and he answers all of your questions and removes your doubts in this wonderful book. And for the spiritual seekers who are ready to explore the contents of their souls, this is absolutely your guy. I can personally speak to the magic of Dr. Dow’s soul, because I have journeyed in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy sessions with him as my guide. I will forever have an overflowing love and gratitude inside of me for the healing he has brought into my life. I hope this book will change your life as much as his healing has changed and influenced mine. - Jordan Younger, founder of The Balanced Blonde, host of top-rated podcast Soul on Fire, and author of Breaking Vegan

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a comprehensive examination of OCD and its treatment options, both pharmacological and psychological. Features self-help chapters based on Graded Exposure therapy. Written primarily for people with OCD and their loved ones, this book will also appeal to GPs and mental health practitioners.Trade Review'As a comedian, I am only too aware about jokes concerning OCD. When I was a psychiatric nurse, I knew that it was no laughing matter. People with OCD are often misunderstood and lack access to appropriate information and services. This book attempts to help by setting out everything about OCD, what may cause it and how it is treated. Using personal stories of people with OCD, it gives advice to families as well as the individual. The final section gives details of how you may help yourself to face up to and overcome OCD. A must-read for anyone whose life has been impacted by this illness.' Jo Brand, comedian'A timely intervention from a leading expert on OCD.' David Adam, Sunday Times bestselling author of, The Man Who Couldn't Stop: The Truth About OCD'As an OCD sufferer myself, reading this book was like being wrapped in a warm blanket. Lynne manages to explain this complex condition with both deep insight and caring understanding. And reading the many brave stories from fellow sufferers made me feel that I'm not alone in the battle to control this dreadful mental illness. This book, I believe, will help enormously to do just that!' Ian Puleston Davies, Actor and Patron of OCD UK'Experiencing OCD can be incredibly isolating and painful, it is a condition surrounded by misconception and confusion. This wonderful book by Lynne Drummond really is a one stop shop for all things OCD. It answers every question you could possibly have about OCD and stops you feeling alone - it is wonderfully validating. Lynne's outstanding knowledge of OCD is clear throughout and she covers some of the more difficult conversation surrounding OCD with compassion and kindness. I wish I'd had access to this book when I was struggling.' Catherine Benfield, Founder of 'Taming Olivia''This is an excellent book that provides in a clearly accessible form all the latest thinking and science on how OCD manifests and how to treat it. It is written by a world-leading specialist in the field who has been studying OCD and treating OCD patients for decades. I thoroughly recommend it.' Nick Sireau, Chair and founder of Orchard'OCD is a devastating condition which causes so much anguish and distress and is often misunderstood. This comprehensive new book by Dr Lynne Drummond is so easy to read and understand, and is packed with information for those living with OCD and their families. There is an extensive self-help section which describes the methods you need to embrace to overcome your condition. It is possible to overcome OCD and this book guides you through the evidence-based treatment methods so you can do it yourself. If you want to understand OCD and be inspired to take the road to recovery, then this is the book for you.' Trilby Breckman, Clinical Director of TOP UK'Everything You Need to Know about OCD is a cutting-edge and comprehensive, yet very clear and widely accessible, book on best treatment approaches for OCD. The book's target audience includes both the lay public (OCD sufferers, family members and the general public) and clinicians (various healthcare workers and therapists, including behaviour therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists and psychiatrists). The author, Lynne Drummond, is a very rare physician with extensive expertise in both psychological and biological treatments of OCD. Her longstanding clinical and research experience is combined with a unique ability to communicate effectively and in simple terms on this topic. The book will undoubtedly increase awareness, enhance recognition and diagnosis, highlight and increase expertise in psychological and medical treatment options, and provide a roadmap for concrete self-help approaches to manage intrusive obsessive thoughts and control compulsive behaviours.' Eric Hollander, M.D., Director, Autism and Obsessive Compulsive Spectrum Program, Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Psychiatric Research Institute at Montefiore-Einstein'Dr Lynne Drummond has extensive experience in both the psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy of OCD. In this volume, she summarises current state-of-the art approaches to treatment, so that people living with this condition can immediately and practically benefit. The chapters focused on different kinds of OCD symptoms are particularly useful, as these will help people with OCD to tailor their treatment plans according to their specific needs.' Dan Stein, Head of Psychiatry and Mental Health, University of Cape TownTable of ContentsPreface; 1. What Is OCD and Is It Really a Problem?; 2. Who Gets OCD and How Would Anyone Know If They Had It?; 3. Types and Presentation of OCD; 4. Drug Treatment; 5. Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD; 6. Children and Adolescents with OCD; 7. Old Treatments, Modern Developments, New Research, and Potential Treatments for the Future; 8. Other Conditions Which Appear Similar to OCD; 9. What Can Family and Carers Do to Help a Person with OCD; 10. What can you do to help cope with your OCD?; 11. General Principles of Treatment; 12. How to Better Manage Your Symptoms Before and During Treatment; 13. Overcoming Fears of Contamination; 14. Fear of harm to self or others due to failure to act appropriately (fear of harm through an act of omission) and trying to obtain the 'just right' feeling and doubting the memory; 15. Fear of harm to self or others due to your own actions (or thoughts); 16. Overcoming 'Taboo' Obsessive Thoughts; 17. Loss of something (objects or part of 'self'); 18. Overcoming Obsessive-Compulsive Slowness, Perfectionism and Symmetry; 19. Overcoming Obsessive Ruminations (Sometimes known as Pure 'O'); 20. When the treatment doesn't go according to plan or even if it does, what to do next; Glossary; Resources; References.

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Book SynopsisHow to help your child with mental illness through partnering, not parenting.Never Let Go is a supportive and practical guide for parents looking after a child with a mental illness. Suzanne Alderson understands the agonising struggle of bringing a child back from the brink of suicide, having spent three years supporting her own daughter through recovery. Her method of ‘partnering, not parenting’ has now helped thousands of other parents through her charity, Parenting Mental Health.Combining Suzanne's honest personal experience with expert input from psychologists, this book provides parents with the methods and knowledge they need to support, shield and strengthen their child as they progress towards recovery. Chapters include a background to the mental health epidemic, why a new method of parenting is crucial, how to change your thinking about mental health and practical advice on solutions to daily problems including accepting the new normal, dealing with others, and looking after yourself as well as your child.

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Book SynopsisAparna Piramal Raje, successful public figure, battled bipolar disorder for 20 years. Her book "Chemical Khichdi" shares her journey, aiming to reduce stigma around mental illness. Offers hope and guidance for those with mental health conditions.

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Book SynopsisIn this deeply emotional memoir, a longtime ESPN writer reflects on the suicide of his son Max and delves into how their complicated relationship led him to see grief as love.

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Book Synopsis''Dr Moore''s 1000-day-plus journey evocatively and beautifully describes the mental devastation that personal loss can leave in its wake and offers us the remarkable combination of expert commentary and an intensely personal captivating narrative.''- Peter Fonagy OBE, Professor of Contemporary Psychoanalysis and Head of Division of Psychology and Language Sciences, UCL''A book that appeals to different audiences. It will reach out to those who have lost loved ones and need the comfort and solace of knowing that they are not alone in their suffering.''- Luisa Stopa, Professor of Clinical Psychology, University of SouthamptonVanessa''s husband Paul dies suddenly and tragically on their regular Sunday morning swim. How will she cope with her dilapidated house, her teenage children, the patients who depend on her? Will therapy help? Why do mysterious white feathers start appearing in unexpected places?As a clinical psychologist, Van

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Book SynopsisEvery day psychotherapist and social media sensation Dr Annie Zimmerman meets clients who are struggling with their lives. They''re committed to making changes, but they''re stuck at the question stage. They ask her - why do I keep going back to a bad relationship? Why did I lose my temper? What is wrong with me?Here''s the thing: nothing is wrong with them. They''re just asking the wrong questions.In Your Pocket Therapist, Annie Zimmerman shows us that by understanding how our early lives shape our behaviour as adults, we can begin to unpick the ways in which we are being held back.Whether you deal with conflict in your relationships, negative self-talk, anxiety, depression or any other emotional issue, this book will empower you to delve into your past to start solving your own problems in the present.With Your Pocket Therapist, you don''t have to struggle alone. By breaking down complex ideas and offering s

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Book Synopsis* Does merely saying the word 'anxiety' make you anxious? [sorry]* Is your head stuck in a constant spin cycle? * Do you feel like your anxiety runs the show? [sorry, again]Got anxiety? Join the club. More specifically, join the Anxiety Sisterhood. Abs and Mags, aka the Anxiety Sisters, have spent the past thirty years figuring out how to outsmart their anxiety-ridden brains, and the last five years sharing what they've learned with a growing online community of like-minded sufferers who are looking for ways to cope better every day.Whether you're looking to better understand and manage panic, worry, grief, stress or phobias, or just want to pause the endless churning in your head, you'll find real-world, relatable, research-based techniques, exercises, and insights - without the clinical, one-size-fits-all approach that isn't helpful when your mind is racing, your triggers are in overdrive, and you just want to get back to feeling normal (you'd settle for normal-ish, tbh).Most of all, this is a handbook for fighting Shrinking World Syndrome - that isolating, lonely feeling that comes from letting your anxiety run the show. The stories and suggestions in this book will remind you that you're not alone. You don't have to eliminate anxiety from your life in order to feel okay and maybe even (whisper it) happy.

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Book SynopsisDespite your accomplishments, do you ever worry that you aren't good enough or capable enough? Have you reached high levels of success, yet still suspect that you're just "faking it?" If so, you may have imposter syndrome-the persistent, internalized, irrational fear of being exposed as a fraud, even in the face of overwhelming evidence to the contrary. You aren't alone. Too often, highly talented and successful people allow self-doubt to cloud their view of themselves. So, how can you start celebrating your hard-earned success and move forward in life with confidence? In Overcoming Imposter Anxiety, imposter syndrome expert Ijeoma Nwaogu offers proven-effective and culturally informed strategies grounded in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) to help you stand up to imposter anxiety, alleviate self-doubt and the fear of failure, and live with authenticity. You'll learn to anticipate and understand the triggers that cause your imposter thoughts, and discover ways to shift your mindset so you can move past fear, honour your achievements, and focus on your goals. You'll also learn how to: - Respond to imposter thoughts and feelings - Overcome your fear of failure and affirm your competence - Embrace the qualities that make you unique - Build an encouraging support network - Help yourself by helping others It's time to ditch self-limiting beliefs, so you can start living life with greater courage, confidence, and authenticity. This book will help guide you, step by step.

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Book SynopsisAll Sky, Mirror Ocean is for everyone looking to understand the complex issues around mental illness and healing. Combining autobiography, research-creation, poetry, and creative philosophy, Brad Necyk uses art and words to uncover and tell new stories about trauma and recovery. Necyk weaves his own histories with bipolar affective disorder and childhood medical trauma with those of other people dealing with grief and loss: head and neck cancer patients in Edmonton, psychiatric inpatients in Toronto, and communities in Iqaluit stricken by suicide. Punctuated with art, these lived experiences intertwine with scholarship on arts-based research, neuroscience, collaboration, and psychedelic altered states to reveal the understanding and acceptance that comes from acknowledging our deep connections—to ideas and emotions, to our environments, to art, and to each other. Showing great compassion and wisdom, All Sky, Mirror Ocean is a model for research-creation and artistic fieldwork.Trade Review"All Sky, Mirror Ocean is beautifully written, invitingly complex, heartbreakingly real. This visionary work is not so much a contribution as a live wire. It is unbearably important." Erin Manning, Concordia UniversityTable of ContentsAcknowledgements for sha : on writing Introduction Alberta #3 Iqaluit, Nunavut Telling Stories Otherwise Edmonton, Alberta No Trespassing Cancer A research meeting Being Healing World Gone Wrong 1987 The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Toronto, Ontario Unwell Stories and Worlds Worlding The Open Morning Light Death #1 A Dry City Spaciousness Knowing An Arts-Based Workshop The Abyss For Mom, For Dad The Origin of the Work of Art Visionary Art The Visionary Artist Distant Early Warning Self-Showing North Bay, Ontario Unthinkable Stories The Behaviour of Art Knowing Otherwise Creation-as-Research Co-Creating Cancer Waiting Room For my Grandma For Jesse For Ellie For Him For Mary The New Girl Co-Creation Default-Mode Network Entropic Brain Psilocybin For Derek and Luanna ECT A Sermon Psychiatric Rooms Music Room Into Mania For the young girl next to me, who is still with me Death #2 Life For Candace Select Annotated Bibliography References Alternative Tables of Content Iqaluit Iqaluit, Nunavut No Trespassing Morning Light A Dry City An Arts-Based Workshop Cancer Edmonton, Alberta Cancer A Research Meeting Self-Showing Unthinkable Stories Co-creating Cancer Waiting Room Centre for Addiction and Mental Health The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Toronto, Canada Unwell North Bay, Ontario For Jesse For Him The New Girl Co-creation For Derek and Luanna ECT A Sermon Psychiatric Rooms Music Room Family Alberta #3 World Gone Wrong 1987 For Mom, For Dad For my grandma For Ellie For Mary Into Mania For the young girl next to me, who is still with me For Candace Visionary Art Telling Stories Otherwise Being Healing Stories and Worlds Worlding The Open Death #1 Spaciousness Knowing The Abyss The Origin of the Work of Art Visionary Art The Visionary Artist Distant Early Warning The Behaviour of Art Knowing Otherwise Creation-as-research Default-Mode Network Entropic Brain Psilocybin Death #2 Life

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Book SynopsisBy listening carefully to the lived experiences of people with severe mental health problems, Finding Jesus in the Storm will open up new understandings and perspectives that challenge current assumptions and draws out fresh perspectives for care, healing, recovery and community.Trade Review"John Swinton has clearly become the premier pastoral theologian of our time" -- Stanley Hauerwas“John Swinton has listened well to Christians who have struggled with the unrelenting storms of severe mental health challenges. He has heard them tell of their experiences of the presence of God, and of the seeming absence of God, and of faith that grapples with the tensions between the two. 'Finding Jesus in the Storm' provides a ‘thick’ description of Christian experiences of depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. Drawing on the author’s experiences as mental health nurse, minister, and practical theologian, these accounts are engaged in conversation with both professional and Christian perspectives, scanning the horizons of mental health care, Christian Scripture, tradition, and church life. This book provides a unique, and hard won, account of journeys through deeply troubled waters. It is essential reading for all who are dissatisfied with superficial and second-hand Christian accounts of mental illness.” -- Christopher CH Cook, Durham University, UK“In this remarkable book, John Swinton not only takes the spiritual lives of those living with mental health challenges seriously, he weaves together a beautiful, reflective theology of the cross and resurrection in the light of these experiences. This important and timely book is a must read for all of us who seek to live faithfully in the world today.” -- Paula Gooder, Chancellor, St Paul's Cathedral“Finding Jesus in the Storm is a masterful, wise, clear, and compassionate look at the experience of those struggling with mental health challenges such as depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia, and the thin ways these are often described by mental health professionals, Western culture, and the church. Helped by refreshing philosophical insights, we are invited to listen to thicker descriptions of who these people are in relation to a theological, as well as a clinical horizon, and to better understand biblical healing—finding joy in Jesus while suffering. This book should be widely read.” -- John R. Peteet, MD, Harvard Medical School“Finding Jesus in the Storm first of all listens deeply, or, as John Swinton says, ‘thickly,’ to people with mental health challenges and helps a reader see, broaden, and reconstruct both the ways that people of faith might walk with people with mental challenges as well as help people with mental health challenges explore the spiritual dimensions of their own journey. As someone who has both worked with others and my own mental health challenges, this felt very real. Using insights from psychology, sociology, theology, and other disciplines, Swinton once again breaks past multiple forms of stigma and unexamined assumptions to help readers enter a space where we can once again see each other as children of God—pilgrims—doing the best we can to live into the embrace of God’s love.” -- Bill Gaventa, author of 'Disability and Spirituality: Recovering Wholeness'

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Book SynopsisEarly in his career, actor Courtney B. Vance lost his father to suicide. Recently, he lost his godson to the same fate. Still, as mental health discourse hits the mainstream, it leaves the most vulnerable out of the conversation: Black men.In America, we teach that strength means holding back tears and shaming your own feelings. In the Black community, these pressures are especially poignant. Poor mental health outcomes-- including diagnoses of depression and anxiety, reliance on prescription drugs, and suicide-- have skyrocketed in the past decade. Institutionalized racism, microaggressions, and stress caused by socioeconomic factors have led Black individuals to face worse mental health outcomes than any other demographic.In this book, Courtney B. Vance seeks to change this trajectory. Along with professional expertise from famed psychologist Dr. Robin Smith (popularly known as "Dr. Robin"), Courtney B. Vance explores issues of grief, relationships, identity, and race through the telling of his own most formative experiences. Together, Courtney and Dr. Robin provide a guide for Black men navigating life's ups and downs, reclaiming mental well-being, and examining broken pieces to find whole, full-hearted living. Self-care is an act of revolution. It's time to revolutionize mental health in the Black community.

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Book SynopsisYour mind doesn''t have to be a minefield. Constant chatter is unhealthy; find a better way and see a brighter life.A distracted and non-present mind is the biggest cause of unhappiness. It prevents us from seeing what possibilities lie before us. Life turns into a minefield rather than a set of new opportunities.The key to a happy life is your internal dialogue. Remain your own master. The Overthinking Cure is a book that understands where you''ve been through,the exhausting situation you''ve put yourself into, and how you lose your mind in the trap of anxiety and stress. Acclaimed author Nick Trenton will walk you through the obstacles with detailed and proven techniques to help you rewire your brain, control your thoughts, and change your mental habits.What''s more, the book will provide you scientific approaches to completely change the way you think and feel about yourself by ending the vicious thought patterns.Keep your thoughts from spiraling out of control.Nick Trenton grew up in rural Illinois and is quite literally a farm boy. His best friend growing up was his trusty companion Leonard the dachshund. RIP Leonard. Eventually, he made it off the farm and obtained a BS in Economics, followed by an MA in Behavioral Psychology.A day without worry, rumination, or anxiety. That could be yours.-Simple ways to shift your perspective to positivity and opportunity-The anti-anxiety superweapon of going META-A new approach on how to destroy the toxic habit of rumination-How to change your world one cognitive distortion at a time-Seeing the world in shades of grey - and not black and whitePsychologically-proven tips to get out of your head and into your life.No more self-deprecating talk. No more sleepless nights with racing thoughts. Free your mind from overthinking and achieve more, feel better, and unleash your potential. Finally be able to live in the present moment.

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Book SynopsisNegative self-talk can feel like an ever-present roommate who insists on giving you unsolicited opinions about every aspect of yourself- including your worth, appearance, personality, and life choices. Have you ever wondered where this annoying inner critic comes from? And more importantly, can you make it go away? Unfortunately, no matter what you do, negative thoughts will happen. It's simply how our brains are wired. But you can change the way you respond to these thoughts. This take-anywhere, use-anytime guide offers quick, simple, and evidence-based skills drawn from acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help you make peace with your inner frenemy. You'll discover what drives these negative thoughts, why it's important to listen to them-yes, you read that right, listen-and how to put them in perspective so you can go back to the things that really matter in your life.You never know when negative thoughts will show up, crash your party, cramp your style, and get in the way of living your best life. But once you learn how to respond to this negative inner chatter, you'll be able to turn the volume down and listen to your true inner voice-your inner ally-more clearly, and use it as a compass throughout your day.

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Book SynopsisThe Mental Capacity Act (2005) provides health and legal professionals with an academic framework to assess and evaluate an individual's ability to make a decision, but in practice, mental capacity assessments are often misunderstood and poorly conducted.Grandpa on a Skateboard is a practical book for health and legal professionals that uses real-life case studies and provides clear, jargon-free guidance to simplify and explain the assessment process. It has helped thousands of practitioners understand and improve their assessments of mental capacity. This fully updated third edition also covers virtual' assessments using video conferencing tools and how to deal with fluctuating mental capacity.This book will: Cut through the jargon and clarify the assessment process Give you the confidence and ability to conduct robust assessments Show how to set the threshold of understanding that is necessary for every assessment Enable you to record your assessments appropriately so they stand up to legal scrutiny Help you achieve the optimum outcome for those in your charge

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Book SynopsisSuffering from PTSD and severe depression from past trauma, battling an addiction to overprescribed psychiatric medication, and at the rock bottom of his career, journalist Brad Wetzler had nowhere to go. So he set out on a journey to wander and hopefully find himself-and the world-again. Into the Soul of the World is Wetzler''s thrilling, impactful, and heartrending memoir of healing-physically, emotionally, and spiritually. An adventure journalist at heart, Wetzler mixes travelogue with empowering insights about his inner journey to better care for his own mental health. Journey with him as he travels across Israel and the West Bank, before moving on to India, a candle-lit cave on a mountaintop in the Himalayan foothills, and a life-changing encounter with a 100-year-old yogi. Wetzler''s writing is full of the poignant, amusing, and occasionally heart-breaking situations that unfold when we finally decide to confront depression (or any mental health struggl

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Book SynopsisIf you think finding Joy is too hard, too much to hope for, or only for people who are resilient enough, if you''ve been made to feel broken or that your pain is your fault, here is a radical guide that will open you to the potential of healing, rooted in powerful stories, potent guided exercises and meditations, and neuroscience.In Joy Is My Justice, Integrative Medicine Physician and activist Tanmeet Sethi shares her methods for shifting your nervous system and biochemistry into Joy at the cellular level. You can reclaim Joy-as you reclaim your personal power, strength, and purpose-despite the burden of living in an unjust world, despite past traumas, and despite what a whitewashed wellness world says about your capacity to do so.Everyone alive will endure great pain-multiple times and usually beyond your control. An invitation to everyone whom wellness has left behind, Joy Is My Justice will help you rediscover your Joy, not as a destination or solut

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Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author and retired US Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills, who has nearly a decade of experience coaching others to overcome adversity, shares strategies for healing and moving forward-which don''t just apply to those returning from war, but resonate with anyone who has experienced severe trauma. Featuring his trademark humour and relatable stories, Bounce Back helps anyone confront trauma, understand their emotions, and take back control of their livesThousands have been wounded in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, five have survived quadruple amputee injuries, and retired United States Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills is one of them. Since an IED in Afghanistan exploded back in April 2012 and changed the course of his life, Mills became an advocate for veterans and amputees, helping them through his foundation, The Travis Mills Foundation. His foundation helps veterans and their families coping with physica

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Book SynopsisThe nation has commented on and devoured Paul Gascoigne for years. But until now no one has ever known what it is really like to be Gazza. Here Gascoigne, in the company of his therapist, confronts his demons and takes the reader into the recesses of his mind. The triggers that plunged Gascoigne into dark despair are revealed together with the critical moments that influenced his alcoholism, depression, drug abuse, gambling, eating disorders and compulsive behaviour. This is more than the story of one man. It applies to people who face turmoil every day. Through self-assessment forms and expert advice, any reader who sees a mirror of themselves will be offered help and a way forward.

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Book SynopsisSurrounded by health hacks and clickbait headlines, it''s easy to feel overwhelmed and underprepared when it comes to taking care of your health. But despite what the wellness industry told you, you don''t need another cleanse, detox, or supplement-you need a crash course in separating hype from health.In It''s Probably Nothing you''ll find a health journalist''s tools and tips to. . .* Fine-tune your B.S. detector and spot the wellness industry''s sneaky tricks* Get answers to your health questions without spiraling down search holes* Manage health stress and learn to listen to your body (just enough)* Decode the latest overhyped health headlines* Find compassionate, evidence-based care that works for you* And so much morePacked with illuminating information, funny personal anecdotes, concrete strategies for coping, quotes from dozens of medical experts, and a foreword by New York Times-bestselling author of The Va

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Book SynopsisBurnout can take a heavy toll on your health, job satisfaction, productivity, motivation and can even lead to debilitating self-doubt. But what if there was a better way to engage with your work? What if you could train your mind to cope with stressful events? What if your performance improved and you could be a more effective person all round?In this book you''ll learn how to:* Develop a success mindset* Identify the root causes of burnout* Effectively cope with stress to avoid burnout* Feel empowered even in the face of challenges* Recover your energy when you''re utterly exhausted* Address burnout both in the external environment and within* Familiarize yourself with the range of ways burnout can manifest* Attain optimal performance no matter how burned out you might beTrade ReviewBy the end of the introduction, I realized for the first time that my long-time lethargy and dissatisfaction were the result of burnout! Dr Grossman's approach is firm and compassionate. She walks the reader through the causes and symptoms of burnout and offers a broad range of specific solutions that address the physical, emotional and spiritual. -- Michael Palladino, Co-founder of Let BluDr Sharon's book is transformative and compassionate. With her help you can see burnout as just the reason for personal transformation when life shows that it is time to adjust your course. If you have a job, family and a side hustle, or you are an entrepreneur, this book is essential for your survival and strive. -- Bence Agosthazi, MBA, Business Transformation Professional, First Republic BankSharon Grossman takes a rational and research-based approach to keep you from burnout. The pages share how to move beyond self-judgments, fears and the tendency to be an unbalanced high achiever. Full of examples and stories of how our perceptions affect our efforts, she lays out a compelling argument that our minds shape our successes. -- Ryan Foland, Speaker and Author of Ditch the Act: Reveal the Surprising Power of the Real You for Greater Success

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Book SynopsisThe Sunday Times bestseller, Making It is an inspirational memoir about beating the odds and turning things around even when it all seems hopeless, by Jay Blades, the beloved star of hit BBC One show The Repair Shop.We had our hardships, and there were times that we didn’t have a lot of food and didn’t have a lot of money. But that didn’t stop me having the time of my life.In his book, Jay shares the details of his life, from his childhood growing up sheltered and innocent on a council estate in Hackney, to his adolescence when he was introduced to violent racism at secondary school, to being brutalized by police as a teen, to finally becoming the presenter of the hit primetime show The Repair Shop.Jay reflects on strength, weakness and what it means to be a man. He questions the boundaries society places on male vulnerability and how letting himself be nurtured helped him flourish into the person he is today. An expert at giving a second life to cherished items, Jay’s positivity, pragmatism and kindness shine through these pages and show that with care and love, anything can be mended.Trade ReviewMoving and beguiling * The Bookseller *An incredible story of triumph over adversity, I couldn't put it down. -- Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Little MixJay can teach us all something about the simple power of compassion and creativity. -- Radio Times

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Book SynopsisWritten by a dream team of mental health experts and grounded in the most effective evidence-based therapies, The Anger Toolkit offers powerful tools for managing anger in the moment, when readers need it most. With this quick-relief guide, readers will find fast-acting tips, tricks, and skills to cool their temper, find calm in triggering situations, and stop letting anger run their lives. A quick-relief guide for calming anger in the moment-just when you need it most. Do you struggle with problem anger? If so, you are far from alone. Sometimes anger can be a helpful emotion. It pushes us to stand up for ourselves or the people we care about-or to advocate for a cause we believe in. But sometimes, anger can become intense and overwhelming, and lead us to act in destructive or harmful ways-impacting relationships, work, and our health. So, how can you take charge of your anger before it gets the best of you? Written by a team of anger experts, The Anger Toolkit offers evidence-based anger-cooling skills, exercises, and tools drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). With this powerfully effective pocket guide, you'll learn to: - Find calm right away with "emergency" anger management skills - Understand your anger, as well as your anger triggers - Get unstuck from anger before it gets the best of you - Be good to yourself by creating a life where your physical and emotional well-being are high priorities If you're ready to stop letting anger rule your life, this easy-to-use guide has everything you need to stay calm, cool, and in charge of your emotions.

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Book SynopsisIf you are preparing for the end of life-or simply looking to bring more meaning to the here and now-The Death Doula's Guide to Living Fully and Dying Prepared imparts valuable insight to nurture clarity and your internal strength on your journey. Infused with essential doula approaches, this workbook is a first-of-its-kind publication that invites you to process your life and legacy, create remembrance projects, build connections to vital supports, and draft informative wishes and plans for your last chapter. Replete with centring techniques and thought-provoking prompts, this comprehensive workbook is a welcome invitation for anyone seeking a more intentional approach to living and dying. It provides a practical template for end-of-life planning focused on designing comforting experiences that feel personally affirming-with sensitivity to all belief systems, cultures, identities, and histories of lived experience. The practices within chapters promote death literacy, and present steps to create your custom death journal. Completing this workbook is a brave act of healthy preparedness, as it breaks down a complex and often overwhelming topic into manageable tasks. You will tap into deep truths and poignant memories as you work through the exercises, often feeling lighter and less burdened upon their completion. Most importantly, you'll find your best way to live fully and die prepared, by clarifying the fundamental ideals, priorities, and requests you want honoured

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Book SynopsisDid you know that journaling can have physical, emotional, and mental health benefits? Research shows that expressive writing can actually strengthen the immune system, lower blood pressure, and release physical tension in our bodies. Writing about our thoughts and feelings can help us clear our minds, release pent-up feelings, ease everyday tension, and let go of negative thoughts and worries. If you're struggling with anxiety or stress, this journal can help you find instant calm, increase your self-awareness, and enhance your overall well-being. Written by a psychotherapist and guided journaling expert, and grounded in evidence-based therapy, the creative prompts in this beautiful journal are combined with space for you to write, draw, make lists, compose letters, and write down reflections. Also included are sensory-based activities, such as outdoor walks, listening to music, breathwork, calming scents, and more. If you're looking for therapy that doesn't feel like therapy, pick up this journal, write down your worries, let go of stress, and find lasting peace of mind.

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Book SynopsisEverybody struggles. Whether you're breaking down in tears at the grocery store, on the verge of cussing out your toxic family member or co-worker, screaming at cars in traffic, or feeling completely alone and friendless on a Saturday night-we've ALL been there. The struggle is REAL. And it's okay to NOT feel okay sometimes. Fortunately, there are simple ways to help you identify and improve your negative thoughts, calm the chaos of emotional overwhelm, and feel better quickly. This portable pick-me-up is just what you need.I'm Not Okay and That's Okay offers in-the-moment micro skills-little strategies for big change-based in proven-effective cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and real-life experience. With this go-to guide, you'll learn to recognize unhelpful thinking patterns; deal with feelings of sadness, anger, worry, fear, and frustration; and improve your relationships. Most importantly, you'll uncover the root cause of why you feel the way you do, what's making you feel worse, and how you can harness these intense feelings in healthier ways.We live in an era of extreme emotions. The world is rapidly changing and becoming more and more uncertain. But you can stay grounded-even when everything around you is spiralling out of control. You've got this. And this fun, heartfelt guide has your back.

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Book SynopsisListen up! It’s time to change the way you manage your anxiety—by working with it rather than against it. This revolutionary guide provides the key to understanding the root cause of your anxiety, so you can break free from it's grip.Let’s face it: anxiety can interfere with every single aspect of your life, from work and family to relationships and finances. Left unchecked, the cycle of anxiety reinforces and perpetuates itself over time, and can leave you feeling paralyzed with fear. You’ve probably attempted to “get rid of” or “outrun” your anxiety, only to find your symptoms growing even stronger. What you need is a new way to deal with anxiety: one that emphasizes listening to what your anxiety is trying to tell you.In What Happened to Make You Anxious?, anxiety expert Jaime Castillo offers a whole new approach; one that focuses less on avoiding or extinguishing anxiety, and more toward understanding and working with it to create a fulfilling, meaningful life. You’ll learn how your anxiety is connected to what Castillo refers to as “little ‘t’ traumas”—seemingly small, unhealed traumas from your past that drive your fear and worry, so you can get to the root of your anxiety and start healing.Your anxiety works overtime communicating perceived threats; this book will show you how to listen to anxiety, discern which threats are real, which don’t fit the actual facts of the situation, and which are triggered by past events. Once you and your anxiety are on the same page, anxiety will loosen its grip—freeing you up to live with clarity, confidence, and serenity.You’ve tried managing it on your own. You may have even received treatment. If you’re at your wit’s end when it comes to your anxiety, this book will show you a new path toward lasting relief.

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Book SynopsisYour journey to healing and wholeness after domestic violence begins here.Domestic violence is about power and control. As a Black woman and a survivor of domestic violence, you have had your power taken away from you against your will. You are not alone, and there are tools you can use to feel whole and in control of your life again. Written by two psychologists and experts in BIPOC mental health, this book will show you how to start healing—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.Grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), this compassionate book addresses the unique struggles faced by Black women who have experienced domestic violence. You’ll find practical and empowering skills to help you understand and heal from trauma, leave harmful situations, and regain a sense of safety and freedom. You’ll also learn how to build a safety net, trust yourself—and others—again, and let go of the shame and guilt resulting from your experience. Finally, you’ll discover ways to reclaim your self-worth, set boundaries in your relationships, and make room for self-care in your day-to-day life.If you’re ready to leave—or have already left—an abusive situation, this book can help you heal from the trauma of domestic violence and discover personal freedom in mind, body, and spirit.

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Book SynopsisAward-Winning Finalist in the Self-Help: General category of the 2021 International Book Award.SHORTLISTED FOR THE BUSINESS BOOK AWARDS 2021.The challenges of recent years have brought to the forefront the need to allow others to support us, both personally and professionally. But it still isn't easy or natural for many. Being transparent and comfortable sharing vulnerability with the right people, in the right way, allows us to enhance not just our sense of wellbeing but also our creativity, productivity, mental resilience and the likelihood of achieving our goals. InJust Ask, Andy Lopata explores the change in mindset needed to embrace the support of our networks and the power of doing so. He discusses the impact that transparency can have on individual and collective achievement and illustrates with case studies based on exclusive interviews how it has already affected people from all walks of life.

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Book SynopsisIs life getting on top of you? Do you dream of being stranded on an island just for some alone time? Are you currently standing on a chair, screaming, ‘Enough is enough!’? I get it. Your diary is full and your brain is racing. The hectic world we live in demands so much of you, it can be exhausting to keep up. You crave spa days and holidays to recharge but, while they offer short-term respite, they don’t give you the long-term rejuvenation you really need. Well, come down off that chair, open up this book, and feel your stress float away. To achieve complete rest, we need to develop eight different rest habits. Packed with simple activities, backed by science and personal experiences, calmism takes a fresh look at the eight essential habits for rest and offers a menu of easy-fit options to give you the variety that’s key to wellbeing. With just a few minutes’ attention each day, you can cultivate positive, daily habits that stick, to help you feel ultimately revitalised. Welcome to calmism – a restful way to take control of your energy and find that tranquil island within.Trade ReviewPraise for the author’s Drinkology, which was shortlisted for the 2019 André Simon Food & Drink Book Awards: ‘Like a new Bill Bryson, she offers an easy sharing of deep knowledge, with humour, where one learns things in a gentle way without it feeling like learning’ Dan Jago, judge of the André Simon Food & Drink Book Awards ‘Hot or cold, caffeinated, alcoholic, sweet or not, this book provides a fascinating cultural history of our favourite drinks, and explores the science (or not) underpinning their many health claims. A wonderful read!’ Dr Giles Yeo, author of Gene Eating ‘A truly engaging read. By dispelling common health misconceptions and debunking bad science, Drinkology arms us with information to make better choices about what we drink, not just what we eat' Ian Marber, a founder of The Food Doctor ‘Very engaging and entertaining . . . a clear guide to everything we need to know about drinks, from water to milk, tea, alcohol and beyond. Dr Willett dispels common myths and fads and sets the record straight . . . allowing us to make fully informed choices. A fascinating deep dive into the science behind everything we drink' Elisabeth Cresta and Caroline Day, founders of Fight the Fads 'It is thorough but accessible, and consistently shows the health and wellness claims of fashionable beverages as marketing fantasy... This is a proper book, not a gimmick to seduce the panicking Christmas shopper, but it is sufficiently graze-able to prevent tying up the bathroom for disagreeable lengths of time' Strong Words ‘We spend a lot of time worrying about our diets, but not so much consideration is given to drink. That’s why the new book from Dr Alexis Willett, Drinkology: The Science of What We Drink and What It Does to Us, from Milks to Martinis, is so fascinating. It reveals the fact and fiction behind the claims for liquids including kombucha, tea, red wine, coffee, tap water and nut milk, so we can make better informed quaffing choices. Glug’ Scotsman ‘Drinkology is clever, it's thought-provoking and it may just change your taste in beverages’ Woman’s Way ‘A fascinating insight into common misconceptions and misleading health claims’ Vegetarian Living ‘Highly entertaining and you'll learn along the way’ Spiritsfully'Awe-inspiring' -- Jo Good, BBC Radio

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