Family and health Books
University of Illinois Press The Graying of America
Book SynopsisFeaturing nontechnical language and user-friendly indexes, this book covers such topics as acupuncture, wheelchairs, adjusting to bifocals, preparing for traveling, improving communication with physicians, and avoiding eye strain in computer use. It offers coverage of health problems including arthritis, diabetes, osteoporosis and cancer.Trade Review"An alphabetical listing of sources and issues of particular interest to older people. This new updated edition is useful, comprehensive, and well-written." -- Arkansas Times "Intended for general readers, this volume clearly explains various aspects of aging in nontechnical language. Topical coverage is very broad, and the selection of subjects appears to reflect both currently popular areas and the authors' own interests." -- Choice From reviews of the first edition: "The Graying of America represents a Herculean effort to educate patients... It is an educational and informational resource, easy to read, practical and useful." -- Eugene J. Rogers, M.D., Chicago Medicine "Readily accessible and easily understood by general readers, this source is highly recommended for college and university libraries, and for any reader interested in aging, old age, or gerontology in the contemporary U.S." -- Choice
£40.50
WW Norton & Co The Anticancer Diet
Book SynopsisWorld-renowned oncologist David Khayat provides easy-to-follow—and surprising—guidelines on the best foods to eat to help prevent cancer.Trade Review"...eminently sensible and clearly laid-out handbook." -- The Bookseller
£20.89
WW Norton & Co Sick Tired of Feeling Sick Tired Living with
Book SynopsisUnlike a leg in a cast, invisible chronic illness (ICI) has no observable symptoms.
£12.34
WW Norton & Co The Dad Report
Book SynopsisAn unforgettable look at how baseball families share our national pastime.Trade Review"[Cook] deftly interweaves sports and family stories…the book works on the same level the game does: as a time machine shuttling between childhood games of catch and wobbly video of Babe Ruth hitting a homer." -- Kate Tuttle - Boston Globe"What makes Cook special as a sportswriter is that he is able to balance the joy and pain of being a fan with the investigative and analytical skill of a professional journalist…. Cook’s prose has the perfect conversational style for combining baseball’s childlike dreams and grown-up realities into a satisfying narrative." -- Publishers Weekly"Lyrical…an affectionate look at the diamond dads and their (mostly) sensational sons." -- David M. Shribman - Wall Street Journal"Kevin Cook, the son of a minor-league screwball pitcher, has just the right voice to explore how baseball connects fathers and sons. The Dad Report is a smart, fresh take on a timeless topic." -- Tom Verducci, Sports Illustrated and Fox Sports"[T]he ultimate Father’s Day book, albeit one the sons will want to read, too." -- Allen Barra - Dallas Morning News"A book both about baseball families and for baseball families. But most of all, it is perhaps the best book ever on how baseball creates family. A great piece of sports literature." -- Allen Barra, author of Yogi Berra: The Eternal Yankee"The part baseball plays in the bonds between fathers and sons has enduring appeal. Still, even worthy subjects can be exhausted. But wait—Kevin Cook finds a different way in. The distinctly different stories of fathers and sons who played in the big leagues—with just enough of the Cook family’s own connections to the game—make The Dad Report such an enjoyable and informative read." -- Bob Costas
£12.34
WW Norton & Co Sustainable Health Simple Habits to Transform
Book SynopsisSimple practices—a marriage of science and spirituality—that will help you take charge of your health.Trade Review"When we are feeling lost, we need a compass to know which direction will take us home. Susan Roberts has given us just that in Sustainable Health. As a well-seasoned occupational therapist, she has merged her considerable experience in treating the physical form with her long-time dedication to the practice of qigong in order to help us 'navigate a path to a more vibrant and happier life.' In this book, you will discover the simple and practical wisdom that emerges from understanding the deep relationships between the five forces of nature. This ecological wisdom has been passed down through the ages in every culture concerned with nurturing growth and is the foundation of Chinese medicine. Rather than living from one emergency to the next, Susan provides practical exercises that offer us an opportunity to orient ourselves within a bigger field of ecology that unifies body, mind, and spirit, enabling us to truly personalize our journey towards sustainable health." -- Stephen Cowan, MD, author of Fire Child, Water Child: How Understanding the Five Types of ADHD Can Help You Improve Your Child's Self-Esteem and Attention"Roberts has ingeniously interwoven ideas, beliefs, and practices from physics, traditional Chinese medicine, neurophysiology, immunology, epigenetic, and evolutionary biology to create a Healing Compass: a tool to help people develop and sustain a holistic healthy life. Fascinating, fun, therapeutic activities help readers adjust and balance their daily habits, beliefs, bodily processes, movement, emotions, and sensory and mental processing. Sustainable Health is applicable to all human beings!" -- Pat Precin, PhD, PsyaD, OTR/L, LP, NCPsyA, FAOTA, Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy, Touro College"Featuring an impressively informative and accessibly organized text, Sustainable Health is an especially recommended addition to both community and academic library Alternative Medicine collections and supplemental studies lists." -- The Midwest Book Review
£13.29
WW Norton & Co Doing Race
Book SynopsisA collection of new essays by an interdisciplinary team of authors that gives a comprehensive introduction to race and ethnicity.Table of ContentsPreface 1. Paula M. L. Moya and Hazel Rose Markus Doing Race: An Introduction 1. Paula M. L. Moya and Hazel Rose Markus What race and ethnicity are, how they work, and why achieving a just society requires us to take account of them Part I: Inventing Race and Ethnicity How race is made real through governmental policies, scientific research, and medical marketing Defining Race and Ethnicity: The Constitution, the Court, and the Census 1. C. Matthew Snipp, Sociology Models of American Ethnic Relations: Hierarchy, Assimilation, and Pluralism 1. George Fredrickson, History The Biology of Ancestry: DNA, Genomic Variation, and Race 1. Marcus W. Feldman, Biology Which Differences Make a Difference? Race, Health, and DNA 1. Barbara Koenig, Medical Anthropology Part II: Racing Difference The historically specific but universal processes by which difference becomes understood, via race, as inferiority The Jew as the Original ‘Other': Difference, Antisemitism, and Race 1. Aron Rodrigue, History Knowing the ‘Other': Arabs, Islam, and the West 1. Joel Beinin, History Eternally Foreign: Asian Americans, History, and Race 1. Gordon H. Chang, History A Thoroughly Modern Concept: Ethnic Cleansing, Genocide, and the State 1. Norman M. Naimark, History Part III: Institutionalizing Difference How race organizes what we know, where we live, how we are educated, who we punish Race in the News: Stereotypes, Political Campaigns, and Market-Based Journalism 1. Shanto Iyengar, Communication and Political Science Going Back to Compton: Real Estate, Racial Politics, and Black-Brown Relations 1. Albert M. Camarillo, History Structured for Failure: Race, Resources, and Student Achievement 1. Linda Darling-Hammond, Education Racialized Mass Incarceration: Poverty, Prejudice, and Punishment 1. Lawrence D. Bobo and Victor Thompson, Sociology Part IV: Racing Identity How race and ethnicity shape how we see, how we act, and who we are Who Am I? Race, Ethnicity, and Identity 1. Hazel Rose Markus, Psychology In the Air Between Us: Stereotypes, Identity, and Achievement 1. Claude M. Steele, Psychology Ways of Being White: Privilege, Stigma, and Transcendence 1. Monica McDermott, Sociology Enduring Racial Associations: African Americans, Crime, and Animal Imagery 1. Jennifer L. Eberhardt, Psychology We're Honoring You Dude: Myths, Mascots, and American Indians 1. Stephanie Fryberg and Alisha Watts, Psychology Part V: Re-presenting Reality The singular and powerful role of the arts in challenging racial inequality by imagining alternate worlds Another Way to Be: Women of Color, Literature, and Myth 1. Paula M. L. Moya, English Hiphop and Race: Blackness, Language, and Creativity 1. Marcyliena Morgan and Dawn-Elissa Fischer, African and African American Studies and Africana Studies The ‘Ethno-Ambiguo Hostility Syndrome': Mixed-Race, Identity, and Popular Culture 1. Michele Elam, English ‘We wear the mask': Performance, Social Dramas, and Race 1. Harry Elam, Drama
£38.00
John Wiley & Sons Inc The Epidemiology of Diabetes Mellitus An
Book SynopsisThe Epidemiology of Diabetes Mellitus provides a unique, overall assessment of diabetes prevalence with detailed discussion of the impact of the disease in all geographic regions, including Africa, South-East Asia, India, China, and the Caribbean and Pacific Islands.Trade Review"Highly referenced. Recommended to all diabetologists and epidemiologists" (Pediatric Endocrinology, May 2009)Table of ContentsAbout the Editors. Contributors. Foreword. Acknowledgments. 1: Introduction (Jean-Marie Eko´e, Marian Rewers, Rhys Williams and Paul Z. Zimmet). 2: The Clinical Syndrome and the Biochemical Definition (Jean-Marie Eko´e, Paul Z. Zimmet and Jean-Francois Yale). 3: Diagnosis and Classification (Jean-Marie. Eko´e and Paul Z. Zimmet). 4: Epidemiology of Metabolic Syndrome (Dianna J. Magliano, Adrian Cameron, Jonathan E. Shaw and Paul Z. Zimmet). 5: Obesity and Diabetes (Rachel Huxley, Abdullah Omari and Ian D. Caterson). 6: Methodology for Physical Activity Assessment (Kristi L. Storti, Edward W. Gregg and Andrea M. Kriska). 7: Epidemiology of Nutrition and Diabetes Mellitus: Etiology and Environmental Factors (Jim Mann and Monika Toeller). 8: Genetic Epidemiology of Type 2 Diabetes (Leif Groop, Valeriya Lyssenko, Charlotte Ling and Marju Orho-Melander). 9: Epidemiologic Aspects of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Europe (Harry Keen). 10: The Burden of Diabetes and its Complications in theMiddle East and Eastern Mediterranean Region (Imad M. El-Kebbi and Michael M. Engelgau). 11: Epidemiology of Diabetes in Africa (Ayesha A. Motala, Mahomed A. K. Omar and Fraser J. Pirie). 12: Epidemiology of Diabetes Mellitus in Latin America (La´ercio J. Franco and Sandra R. G. Ferreira). 13: Diabetes in the Caribbean . . . an Epidemiological Review! (Errol Morrison and Dalip Ragoobirsingh). 14: Japan (Naoko Tajima). 15: Epidemiology of Diabetes Mellitus in China (Juliana C. N. Chan and Clive S. Cockram). 16: Epidemiology of Diabetes in South East Asia (Ambady Ramachandran and Chamukuttan Snehalatha). 17: The Epidemiology of Diabetes in Pacific Island Populations (Stephen Colagiuri, Taniela Palu, Satupaitea Viali, Zafiml Hussain and Ruth Colagiuri). 18: Epidemiology of Type 2 Diabetes in North America (Linda S. Geiss, Jing Wang, Edward W. Gregg and Michael M. Engelgau). 19: Non-Caucasian North American Populations: Native Americans (Meda E. Pavkov, K. M. Venkat Narayan, Robert G. Nelson, Robert L. Hanson and William C. Knowler). 20: Epidemiology of Type 2 Diabetes in Hispanic North Americans (Judith Baxter and Richard F. Hamman). 21: Non-Caucasian North American Populations: African Americans (Mary A. Banerji and Harold Lebovitz). 22: Epidemiology of Diabetes in Asian North Americans (Marguerite J. McNeely and Wilfred Y. Fujimoto). 23: Epidemiology of Type 2 Diabetes in Children and Adolescents (Jonathan E. Shaw and Dana M. Dabelea). 24: Global Epidemiology of Type 1 Diabetes (Lars C. Stene, Jaakko Tuomilehto and Marian Rewers). 25: Epidemiology of Childhood Diabetes Mellitus in Non-Caucasian Populations (Rebecca B. Lipton). 26: Genetic Epidemiology of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (Kirsten O. Kyvik and Anders Green). 27: Recent Trends in Screening and Prevention of Type 1 Diabetes (Marian Rewers). 28: Non pharmacological Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes (Jaakko Tuomilehto). 29: Pharmacological Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes (Andr´e J. Scheen). 30: The Epidemiology of Eye Diseases in Diabetes (Tien Y. Wong and Ron Klein). 31: The Epidemiology of Diabetic Kidney Disease )Anne T. Reutens, Louise Prentice and Robert C. Atkins). 32: Epidemiology of Large-vessel Disease in Diabetes: Coronary Heart Disease and Stroke (Elizabeth Barrett-Connor). 33: The Epidemiology of Peripheral Vascular Disease (Nalini Singh, Stephanie Wheeler and Edward J. Boyko). 34: Epidemiology of Diabetic Neuropathy (Andrew J. M. Boulton). 35: Epidemiology of Acute Complications: Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar State and Hypoglycemia (Alberta B. Rewers). 36: Mortality and Life Expectancy Associated with Diabetes (Elizabeth L. M. Barr, Paul Z. Zimmet and Jonathan E. Shaw). 37: Economic Costs (Rhys Williams and Thomas J. Songer). 38: Clinical Practice Guidelines: A Global Perspective (Barbara Currie, Ehud Ur and Thomas Ransom). 39: Antipsychotic Therapies and Glucose Dysregulation in the Mental Illness Population (Gilbert L’Italien and John Newcomer). 40: Diabetes, Insulin Resistance and Glucose Metabolism in HIV Infection and its Treatment (Kathy Samaras and Don J. Chisholm). Index.
£206.06
John Wiley & Sons Inc Clinical Diabetes Research Methods and Techniques
Book SynopsisClinical Diabetes Research: Methods and Techniques summarizes established state-of-the art-techniques and describes the new technologies and their role in clinical diabetes research.Trade Review"This is a sorely-needed reference not comparable to anything else currently available." (Doody's, February 2008)Table of Contents1 Basics of Clinical Metabolic Research. 2 Methods for the Assessment of b-Cell Function In Vivo. 3 Assessment of Insulin Sensitivity from Steady-State and Dynamic Tests. 4 Glucose Clamp Techniques. 5 Methods of Assessment of Counterregulation to Hypoglycaemia. 6 Glucose Kinetics: Measurement of Flux Rates. 7 Xenobiotics as Probes of Carbohydrate Metabolism. 8 Tracing Hepatic Glucose and Glycogen Fluxes with 2H2O. 9 Lipid Kinetics. 10 Protein and Amino Acid Kinetics. 11 Assessment of Metabolic Fluxes by In Vivo MR Spectroscopy. 12 Positron Emission Tomography in Metabolic Research. 13 Assessment of Body Fat Content and Distribution. 14 Tissue Biopsies in Diabetes Research. 15 Assessment of Vascular Function. 16 Cardiovascular Autonomic Function Testing. 17 Nerve Function Testing. 18 Kidney Function. 19 Techniques for the Investigation of the Eye in Diabetes. 20 Basics of Molecular Genetics: Lessons from Type 2 Diabetes. 21 Good Clinical Practice: Friend or Foe? 22 Statistical Considerations in Diabetes Trials. Index.
£143.95
John Wiley & Sons Inc Psychology in Diabetes Care
Book SynopsisPsychosocial issues have long been acknowledged to have a crucial role in the successful treatment of people with diabetes. An understanding of these issues can enable health care professionals to assist their patients effectively. The second edition of the acclaimed title Psychology in Diabetes Care givesbackground information and practical guidelines needed by healthcare professionals to address the cognitive, emotional and behavioural issues surrounding diabetes management. The book bridges the gap between psychological research on self-care and management of diabetes, and the delivery of care and services provided by the diabetes care team. Written jointly by psychologists active in diabetes research and practising clinicians, Psychology in Diabetes Care, Second Edition provides a practical evidence-based approach to intervention in diabetes care.Table of ContentsList of Contributors. Foreword to the First Edition. Foreword to the Second Edition. Preface to the First Edition. Preface to the Second Edition. List of Contributors. 1. Diabetes in Children (Barbara J. Anderson and Julienne Brackett). 1.1 Introduction. 1.2 Diabetes in Infancy. 1.3 Diabetes in toddlers and preschoolers. 1.4 Treatment in issues for children under 6 years of age. 1.5 Diabetes in school-aged children. 1.6 Family factors related to glycaemic control and adherence. 1.7 Family involvement in the diabetes management of a school-aged child. 1.8 Treatment issues for school-aged children. 1.9 Disease course and risk factors: implications for clinical practice. 1.10 Conclusions. References. 2. Diabetes in Adolescents (T. Chas Skinner, H. Murphy and Michelle V. Huws-Thomas). 2.1 Introduction. 2.2 Familial interventions. 2.3 Individual interventions. 2.4 Conclusion. References. 3. Psychological Issues in the Management of Diabetes and Pregnancy (Maurice G. A. J. Wouters and Frank J. Snoek). 3.1 Introduction. 3.2 Prepregnancy. 3.3 Pregnancy. 3.4 Delivery. 3.5 Lactation. 3.6 Childhood. 3.7 Practice implications. References. 4. References 4 Diabetes in Older Adults (Marie Clark and Koula G. Asimakopoulou). 4.1 Introduction. 4.2 The ageing process. 4.3 Symptoms and their representation. 4.4 Clinical features of diabetes. 4.5 Diabetes complications in older adults. 4.6 Mortality and type 2 diabetes. 4.7 Diabetes control and complications. 4.8 Quality of life. 4.9 Management of diabetes in older adults. 4.10 Self-management issues. 4.11 Practice implications. 4.12 Summary and conclusions. References. 5. Patient Empowerment (Martha M. Funnell and Robert M. Anderson). 5.1 Introduction. 5.2 Empowerment defined. 5.3 Patient empowerment and diabetes. 5.4 Implementing the empowerment approach. 5.5 Implementing the empowerment approach in diabetes self-management education (DSME). 5.6 Implementing the empowerment approach in diabetes self-management support (DSMS). 5.7 Implementing the empowerment approach in diabetes care. 5.8 Costs and benefits of the empowerment approach. 5.9 Concluding thoughts. Acknowledgement. References 6. Medical Office-Based Interventions (Russell E. Glasgow). 6.1 Theoretical background. 6.2 Clinical and logistic rationale for office-based interventions. 6.3 Research findings from office-based interventions. 6.4 Target groups for inclusion/exclusion. 6.5 Assessment and clinic flow. 6.6 Links to medical management. 6.7 Unanswered questions, new directions. References 7. Psychological Group Interventions in Diabetes Care (T. Chas Skinner and Nicole van der Ven). 7.1 Psychological group interventions in medical illness. 7.2 Psychological group interventions in diabetes. 7.3 Psychological group interventions aimed at psychological problems complicating diabetes. 7.4 Psychological group interventions dealing with complications of diabetes. 7.5 Psychological group interventions dealing with hypoglycaemia. 7.6 Groups dealing with the daily demands of diabetes. 7.7 Using new technologies for groups. 7.8 Discussion and future directions. References. 8. Counselling and Psychotherapy in Diabetes Mellitus (Richard R. Rubin). 8.1 Introduction. 8.2 Diabetes-related distress. 8.3 Psychopathology. 8.4 Practice implications. References. Index.
£111.56
John Wiley & Sons Inc Molecules and Medicine
Book SynopsisMolecules and Medicine provides, for the first time ever, a completely integrated look at chemistry, biology, drug discovery, and medicine. It delves into the discovery, application, and mode of action of more than one hundred of the most significant molecules in use in modern medicine.Trade Review“Molecules and Medicine is a fascinating introduction to the convergence of chemistry and physiology, and to the emergence of the science of molecular medicine.” (The Nucleus, January 2010) "Molecules and Medicine is extremely well organized and integrates history, chemistry, biology, and pharmacology of drug development seamlessly." (The Quarterly Review of Biology, September 2008) "…I find this to be a useful book for somemone teaching a biochemistry class. Use of examples and information from Molecules and Medicine should make material in lectures seem more relevant to students and assist motivation for learning." (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Education, May/June 2008) "This is a treasure trove of information about molecules as medicines." (Education in Chemistry, May 2008) "Molecules and Medicine is an engaging book that takes the reader into the world of small molecule clinical therapeutics and how they are discovered and used to improve health." (CHOICE, March 2008) "…numerous colorful illustrations that help to explain the various topics covered make it easy and interesting reading." (ChemBioChem, March 2008)"Dieses Werk schlie?t eine Lucke in der didaktischen Literatur und wird in der Ausbildung von Wissenschaftlern enorm von Nutzen sein." Angewandte Chemie, 2008, 120, 2203-2205Table of ContentsPart I. Introduction 2 Understanding Structural Diagrams of Organic Molecules 4 Some Common Molecules 23 Proteins and Three-Dimensional Protein Structure 26 Some of the Protein Structures That Appear in This Book 32 Part II. Inflammatory, Cardiovascular and Metabolic Diseases Anti-Inflammatory Agents Acetylsalicylic acid (AspirinTM) 38 Naproxen (AleveTM) 39 How Do Anti-Inflammatory Drugs Work? 40 Other Eicosanoids in Inflammation 41 An Overview of Inflammation 42 Celecoxib (CelebrexTM) 43 Prednisone (DeltasoneTM) 44 Methotrexate (TrexallTM) 46 Allopurinol (ZyloprimTM) 47 Antiasthmatic and Antiallergic Agents Salmeterol (SereventTM) 50 Fluticasone Propionate (FloventTM) 51 Montelukast Sodium (SingulairTM) 52 Tiotropium Bromide (SpirivaTM) 53 Loratadine (ClaritinTM) 54 Type 2 Diabetes An Overview of Metabolic Syndrome 56 Antidiabetic and Cholesterol-Lowering Agents Metformin (GlucophageTM) 60 Glipizide (GlucotrolTM) 61 Pioglitazone (ActosTM) 62 Sitagliptin (JanuviaTM) 63 Atorvastatin (LipitorTM) 64 Ezetimibe (ZetiaTM) 65 Cardiovascular Agents Atenolol (TenorminTM) 68 Enalapril (VasotecTM) 69 Candesartan Cilexetil (AtacandTM) 70 Aliskiren (TekturnaTM) 71 Amlodipine (NorvascTM) 72 Nitroglycerin 73 Clopidogrel Bisulfate (PlavixTM) 74 Digoxin (LanoxinTM) 75 Receptors and Signaling Information Flow into the Cell by Chemical Signaling 78 References for Part II 80 Part III. Reproductive Medicine Oral Contraceptives 90 Testosterone 91 Mifepristone (MifeprexTM) 92 Oxytocin (OxytocinTM) 93 Sildenafil (ViagraTM) 94 Osteoporosis Some Aspects of Osteoporosis 96 Alendronate (FosamaxTM) 97 Calcitriol (RocaltrolTM) 98 Raloxifene (EvistaTM) 99 Teriparatide (ForteoTM) 100 Glaucoma and Antiulcer Agents Latanoprost (XalatanTM) 102 Ranitidine (ZantacTM) 103 Omeprazole (PrilosecTM) 104 References for Part III 105 Part IV. Autoimmune Disease and Organ Transplant A Brief Survey of the Immune System 112 Immunosuppressive Agents Azathioprine (ImuranTM) 122 Mycophenolate Mofetil (CeIlCeptTM) 123 Cyclosporin (NeoralTM) 124 Tacrolimus (PrografTM) 125 FTY720 (Fingolimod) 126 Infectious Diseases Antibiotics Amoxicillin (AmoxilTM) 130 Cefaclor (CeclorTM) 132 Doxycycline (VibramycinTM) 133 Azithromycin (ZithromaxTM) 134 Ciprofloxacin (CiproTM) 135 Trimethoprim (TriprimTM) 136 Amikacin (AmikinTM) 137 Vancomycin (VancocinTM) 138 Linezolid (ZyvoxTM) 139 Isoniazid (LaniazidTM) 140 Ancillary Antibiotics 142 Drug Resistance 143 Antiviral Agents On Viruses and Viral Diseases 146 Acyclovir (ZoviraxTM) 148 Ribavirin (VirazoleTM) 149 Oseltamivir (TamifluTM) 150 Zidovudine (Retrovir, AZTTM) 151 Zalcitabine (HividTM) 152 Nevirapine (ViramuneTM) 153 Efavirenz (SustivaTM) 154 Lopinavir + Ritonavir (KaletraTM) 155 UK427857 (Maraviroc) 156 Antifungal Agents Amphotericin (FungizoneTM) 160 Fluconazole (DiflucanTM) 161 Caspofungin (CancidasTM) 162 Terbinafine (LamisilTM) 163 Antimalarial and Antiparasitic Agents Parasitic Diseases: A Focus on Malaria 166 Chloroquine (ArdenTM) 167 Artemether + Lumefantrine (CoArtemTM) 168 Atovaquone + Proguanil (MalaroneTM) 169 Miltefosine (I mpavidoTM) 170 Nitazoxanide (AliniaTM) 171 Ivermectin (StromectolTM) 172 References for Part IV 173 Part V. Malignant Disease An Overview of Cancer 184 Capecitabine (XelodaTM) 187 Carboplatin (ParaplatinTM) 188 Vinblastine (VelbanTM) 189 Paclitaxel (TaxolTM) 190 Cyclophosphamide (CytoxanTM) 191 Tamoxifen (NolvadexTM) 192 Irinotecan (CamptosarTM) 193 Bleomycin (BlenoxaneTM) 194 Imatinib (GleevecTM) 195 Sunitinib (SutentTM) 196 Bortezomib (VelcadeTM) 197 Ancillary Anticancer Agents 198 References for Part V 200 Part VI. Drugs Acting on the Nervous System Pain and Analgesia Lidocaine (XylocaineTM) 208 Morphine (AvinzaTM) 209 Acetaminophen (Tylenol TM) 210 Fentanyl (DuragesicTM) 211 Sodium Thiopental (Sodium PentothalTM) 212 Gabapentin (NeurontinTM) 213 Diazepam (ValiumTM) 214 Sumatriptan (ImitrexTM) 215 Hypnotics (Insomnia) and Antismoking Zolpidem (AmbienTM) 218 Ramelteon (RozeremTM) 219 Varenicline (ChantixTM) 220 The Brain, Neurotransmission and Molecular Neurotransmitters 221 Neurodegenerative and Psychiatric Diseases Levodopa (LarodopaTM) 224 Donepezil (AriceptTM) 225 Antiepileptic Agents 226 Antianxiety Agents 228 Antidepressants 229 Antipsychotics 232 References for Part VI 233 Glossary 237 Index 249
£43.65
John Wiley & Sons Inc Molecules and Medicine
Book SynopsisMolecules and Medicine provides, for the first time ever, a completely integrated look at chemistry, biology, drug discovery, and medicine. It delves into the discovery, application, and mode of action of more than one hundred of the most significant molecules in use in modern medicine.Trade Review“Molecules and Medicine is a fascinating introduction to the convergence of chemistry and physiology, and to the emergence of the science of molecular medicine.” (The Nucleus, January 2010) "An interesting and valuable read … .This book is intended for a wide audience and contains much that will engage the specialist and general reader alike." (Chemistry World, July 2008) "...a joy to read...will inspire the field...not only reports on a scientific subject but also creates new dimensions. Bravo to authors Corey, Czako, and Kurti." (Chemical & Engineering News, September 17, 2007)Table of ContentsPart I. Introduction 2 Understanding Structural Diagrams of Organic Molecules 4 Some Common Molecules 23 Proteins and Three-Dimensional Protein Structure 26 Some of the Protein Structures That Appear in This Book 32 Part II. Inflammatory, Cardiovascular and Metabolic Diseases Anti-Inflammatory Agents Acetylsalicylic acid (AspirinTM) 38 Naproxen (AleveTM) 39 How Do Anti-Inflammatory Drugs Work? 40 Other Eicosanoids in Inflammation 41 An Overview of Inflammation 42 Celecoxib (CelebrexTM) 43 Prednisone (DeltasoneTM) 44 Methotrexate (TrexallTM) 46 Allopurinol (ZyloprimTM) 47 Antiasthmatic and Antiallergic Agents Salmeterol (SereventTM) 50 Fluticasone Propionate (FloventTM) 51 Montelukast Sodium (SingulairTM) 52 Tiotropium Bromide (SpirivaTM) 53 Loratadine (ClaritinTM) 54 Type 2 Diabetes An Overview of Metabolic Syndrome 56 Antidiabetic and Cholesterol-Lowering Agents Metformin (GlucophageTM) 60 Glipizide (GlucotrolTM) 61 Pioglitazone (ActosTM) 62 Sitagliptin (JanuviaTM) 63 Atorvastatin (LipitorTM) 64 Ezetimibe (ZetiaTM) 65 Cardiovascular Agents Atenolol (TenorminTM) 68 Enalapril (VasotecTM) 69 Candesartan Cilexetil (AtacandTM) 70 Aliskiren (TekturnaTM) 71 Amlodipine (NorvascTM) 72 Nitroglycerin 73 Clopidogrel Bisulfate (PlavixTM) 74 Digoxin (LanoxinTM) 75 Receptors and Signaling Information Flow into the Cell by Chemical Signaling 78 References for Part II 80 Part III. Reproductive Medicine Oral Contraceptives 90 Testosterone 91 Mifepristone (MifeprexTM) 92 Oxytocin (OxytocinTM) 93 Sildenafil (ViagraTM) 94 Osteoporosis Some Aspects of Osteoporosis 96 Alendronate (FosamaxTM) 97 Calcitriol (RocaltrolTM) 98 Raloxifene (EvistaTM) 99 Teriparatide (ForteoTM) 100 Glaucoma and Antiulcer Agents Latanoprost (XalatanTM) 102 Ranitidine (ZantacTM) 103 Omeprazole (PrilosecTM) 104 References for Part III 105 Part IV. Autoimmune Disease and Organ Transplant A Brief Survey of the Immune System 112 Immunosuppressive Agents Azathioprine (ImuranTM) 122 Mycophenolate Mofetil (CeIlCeptTM) 123 Cyclosporin (NeoralTM) 124 Tacrolimus (PrografTM) 125 FTY720 (Fingolimod) 126 Infectious Diseases Antibiotics Amoxicillin (AmoxilTM) 130 Cefaclor (CeclorTM) 132 Doxycycline (VibramycinTM) 133 Azithromycin (ZithromaxTM) 134 Ciprofloxacin (CiproTM) 135 Trimethoprim (TriprimTM) 136 Amikacin (AmikinTM) 137 Vancomycin (VancocinTM) 138 Linezolid (ZyvoxTM) 139 Isoniazid (LaniazidTM) 140 Ancillary Antibiotics 142 Drug Resistance 143 Antiviral Agents On Viruses and Viral Diseases 146 Acyclovir (ZoviraxTM) 148 Ribavirin (VirazoleTM) 149 Oseltamivir (TamifluTM) 150 Zidovudine (Retrovir, AZTTM) 151 Zalcitabine (HividTM) 152 Nevirapine (ViramuneTM) 153 Efavirenz (SustivaTM) 154 Lopinavir + Ritonavir (KaletraTM) 155 UK427857 (Maraviroc) 156 Antifungal Agents Amphotericin (FungizoneTM) 160 Fluconazole (DiflucanTM) 161 Caspofungin (CancidasTM) 162 Terbinafine (LamisilTM) 163 Antimalarial and Antiparasitic Agents Parasitic Diseases: A Focus on Malaria 166 Chloroquine (ArdenTM) 167 Artemether + Lumefantrine (CoArtemTM) 168 Atovaquone + Proguanil (MalaroneTM) 169 Miltefosine (I mpavidoTM) 170 Nitazoxanide (AliniaTM) 171 Ivermectin (StromectolTM) 172 References for Part IV 173 Part V. Malignant Disease An Overview of Cancer 184 Capecitabine (XelodaTM) 187 Carboplatin (ParaplatinTM) 188 Vinblastine (VelbanTM) 189 Paclitaxel (TaxolTM) 190 Cyclophosphamide (CytoxanTM) 191 Tamoxifen (NolvadexTM) 192 Irinotecan (CamptosarTM) 193 Bleomycin (BlenoxaneTM) 194 Imatinib (GleevecTM) 195 Sunitinib (SutentTM) 196 Bortezomib (VelcadeTM) 197 Ancillary Anticancer Agents 198 References for Part V 200 Part VI. Drugs Acting on the Nervous System Pain and Analgesia Lidocaine (XylocaineTM) 208 Morphine (AvinzaTM) 209 Acetaminophen (Tylenol TM) 210 Fentanyl (DuragesicTM) 211 Sodium Thiopental (Sodium PentothalTM) 212 Gabapentin (NeurontinTM) 213 Diazepam (ValiumTM) 214 Sumatriptan (ImitrexTM) 215 Hypnotics (Insomnia) and Antismoking Zolpidem (AmbienTM) 218 Ramelteon (RozeremTM) 219 Varenicline (ChantixTM) 220 The Brain, Neurotransmission and Molecular Neurotransmitters 221 Neurodegenerative and Psychiatric Diseases Levodopa (LarodopaTM) 224 Donepezil (AriceptTM) 225 Antiepileptic Agents 226 Antianxiety Agents 228 Antidepressants 229 Antipsychotics 232 References for Part VI 233 Glossary 237 Index 249
£83.55
John Wiley & Sons Inc Healthcare Research
Book SynopsisResearch is an integral component of any undergraduate healthcare course, and is also vital for continuing professional development (CPD). This book is an invaluable guide for students and practitioners who need to acquire a wide range of relevant skills, and it will equip them not only to assess the quality of published studies and apply findings to clinical practice, but also to undertake research themselves. An experienced team of contributors provide detailed explanations of the main concepts and methods used in critical appraisal of published research, and guide the reader in integrating these quality indicators into their own studies to ensure rigour in planning, design, and execution. Drawing on both quantitative and qualitative approaches, the authors write with an emphasis on the development of sound research skills through case-based illustrative examples and scenarios, with helpful summaries and practical exercises throughout. They also give advice on writing abstracts, Table of ContentsForeword. Preface. Acknowledgements. PART 1 THEORY AND PRACTICE. 1 Why healthcare research? (Michael Traynor). 2 Approaches to healthcare research (Oliver Slevin). 3 Taking the first step: Developing a research proposal (Leslie Woods, Helena Priest and Paula Roberts). 4 What do we know already? Searching the literature (Susan Smith and David Bird) 5 Can we trust the evidence? Critically reviewing a research paper (David Rogers). 6 Conducting ethical research in healthcare (Helena Priest and Paula Roberts). 7 Quantitative research methods: Gathering and making sense of numbers (David Clark-Carter). 8 Qualitative research methods: Gathering and making sense of words (Helena Priest and Paula Roberts). 9 Making your case: Writing for your audience (Mike Brough, Susan Smith, Paula Roberts and Helena Priest). 10 Sharing research knowledge (Paula Roberts, Colin Macduff, Tim Smale and Helena Priest). PART 2 RESEARCH IN ACTION. 11 Combining research methods: Case studies and action research (Rebecca Jester). 12 Involving vulnerable people in research (Helen Combes and Ranil Tan). 13 Involving older people and carers in a research project: The 'virtual' steering group (Sue Ashby and Sian Maslin-Prothero). 14 Involving people with intellectual disabilities in research: Participation and emancipation (Mike Gibbs and Sue Read). 15 Researching with children and young people (Jacqueline Collin and Geraldine Lyte). 16 Researching organizations: Evaluating a 'partnership for older people project' (Roger Beech, Brenda Roe, Michelle Russell, Bernard Beech and Deborah Gent). Postscript (Paula Roberts and Helena Priest). Index.
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Practical Manual of Clinical O
Book SynopsisThis accessible guide to obesity and its clinical management provides clear, didactic, clinically focused guidance for all healthcare professionals involved in the treatment and management of patients with obesity, thus acting as a repository of essential practical knowledge.Trade Review"Written by experts in the field of obesity, this book covers an extremely important topic and all clinicians would benefit from reading it. Many health conditions can be linked to obesity, and many diseases are worsened by obesity. Teaching medical students, residents, and clinicians to treat and manage obesity is essential to the health of the world.” (Doody’s, 25 April 2014) Table of ContentsPreface vii Part 1 The Biology of Obesity—Why It Occurs 1Victor Lawrence, Section Editor 1 Energy Balance and Body Weight Homeostasis 3 2 The Genetic Basis of Obesity 13 3 Adipocyte Biology 25 4 Fetal and Infant Origins of Obesity 33 5 Metabolic Fuels and Obesity 41 Part 2 Clinical Management of the Obese Individual 51Robert Kushner, Section Editor 6 Practical Guide to Clinical Assessment and Treatment Planning 53 7 Stages of Obesity and Weight Maintenanc 63 8 Dietary Management 71 9 Physical Activity and Exercise 81 10 Behavior Therapy 91 11 Pharmacotherapy 99 12 Surgery 109 Part 3 Clinical Management of Obesity-Related Co-morbidities 121Sudhesh Kumar and Milan K. Piya, Section Editors 13 Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases 123 14 Obesity and Reproductive Health 133 15 Gastro-intestinal and Hepatobiliary Disease 141 16 Respiratory Disease 149 17 Obesity and Cardiovascular Disease 157 18 Obesity: Mental Health and Social Consequences 167 19 Obesity and Musculo-skeletal Disease 175 20 The Obese Patient in Hospital 181 Conversion Table 187 Index 189
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Managing the Diabetic Foot
Book SynopsisFoot problems in diabetic patients are some of the most challenging complications to treat, due to an often quitelate presentation of symptoms from the patient. Therefore visual recognition of presenting clinical signs is absolutely key for a successfuldiagnosis andsubsequently, the right management programme. The 3rd edition of Managing the Diabetic Foot once again provides a practical, handy andaccessible pocket guide to the clinical management of patients withsevere feet problems associated with diabetes, such as ulcers, infections and necrosis.By focusing on the need for a speedy response to the clinical signs, it willenabledoctors makerapid, effective management decisions in order tohelp prevent deterioration and avoid the need forevental foot amputation. Each chapter focuses specifically on the differentstages of foot disease and the clinical management required at that particular stage, ie,the normal foot; high-risk foot, ulcerated foot, infected foot, necrotic Trade Review“Most of the illustrations are in color, with a few well-produced line drawings. There is a nice glossary of commonly used abbreviations, a useful reading list, and a very helpful appendix of differential diagnosis for some of conditions associated with the diabetic foot.” (Doody's, 19 December 2014) “Managing the Diabetic Foot, 3E, is the ideal go-to clinical tool for all diabetes professionals, specialist diabetes nurses and podiatrists managing patients with diabetic foot problems.” (Kingbook73's Medical Ebook and Video Collection, 30 September 2014)Table of ContentsAcknowledgements vii Preface ix Abbreviations xiii Introduction 1 Managing Stage 1: the normal foot 35 Managing Stage 2: the high-risk foot 51 Managing Stage 3: the ulcerated foot 71 Managing Stage 4: the infected foot 147 Managing Stage 5: the necrotic foot 195 Managing Stage 6: the unsalvageable foot 211 Appendix: Problems of differential diagnosis 215 Further reading 219 Index 221
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Critical Care Management of the Obese Patient
Book SynopsisThis book provides health professionals with sound clinical advice on management of the obese patient admitted into hospital. It addresses all aspects of the patient's care, as well as serving as a resource to facilitate the management of services, use of clinical information, and negotiation of ethical issues that occur in intensive care.Trade Review“Critical Care Management of the Obese Patientdoes indeed provide a very useful reference for anybody who is involved in managing critically ill patients because, as time goes on, more and more of these patients are likely to be obese.” (Diabetes Update, 1 October 2013)Table of ContentsList of Contributors, viii Preface, xiii Part I Physiology and Consequences of Obesity 1 Cardiovascular Physiology in Obesity, 3 Eric J. Chan and Martin A. Alpert 2 Effects of Obesity on Respiratory Physiology, 13 Philippe Abou Jaoude, Jahan Porhomayon, and Ali A. El Solh 3 Gastrointestinal Physiology in Obesity, 21 Alexander D. Miras and Carel W. le Roux 4 Metabolic and Endocrine Physiology in Obesity, 28 Paula Alvarez-Castro, Susana Sangiao-Alvarellos, and Fernando Cordido 5 Renal Physiology in the Critically Ill Obese Patient, 38 Eric A.J. Hoste and Jan J. De Waele Part II Positive Pressure Ventilation 6 Sedation, Paralysis, and Pain Management of the Critically Ill Obese Patient, 47 Christopher G. Hughes, Lisa Weavind, and Pratik P. Pandharipande 7 Upper Airway Management in the Morbidly Obese Patient, 58 Michael Tielborg and Anthony Passannante 8 Mechanical Ventilation of the Obese Patient, 67 Mohammed Mogri and M. Jeffery Mador 9 Management of Acute Lung Injury in the Obese Patient, 74 Hallie C. Prescott and James M. O’Brien Jr Part III Management of Obesity Complications in Critical Care 10 Management of Infectious Complications in the Critically Ill Obese Patient, 85 Kristin Turza Campbell, Laura H. Rosenberger, Amani D. Politano, Tjasa Hranjec, and Robert G. Sawyer 11 Management of Gastrointestinal Complications in the Critically Ill Obese Patient, 93 Benjamin H. Levy III and David A. Johnson 12 Management of Endocrine Complications in the Critically Ill Obese Patient, 102 Joseph Varon and Ilse M. Espina 13 Management of Venous Thromboembolism in the Critically Ill Obese Patient, 108 Terence K. Trow and Richard A. Matthay 14 Nursing Care of the Critically Ill Obese Patient, 116 Margaret E. McAtee Part IV Hemodynamic Monitoring and Radiological Investigations 15 Hemodynamic Monitoring of the Critically Ill Obese Patient, 125 Wim K. Lagrand, Eline R. van Slobbe-Bijlsma, and Marcus J. Schultz 16 Diagnostic Imaging of the Critically Ill Obese Patient, 135 Venkata S. Katabathina, Neeraj Lalwani, Carlos S. Restrepo, and Srinivasa R. Prasad Part V Postsurgical Management 17 Postoperative Care of the Obese Patient, 149 Hui Sen Chong and Robert L. Bell 18 Management of the Obese Patient with Trauma, 159 Hadley K. Herbert and Therèse M. Duane 19 Abdominal Solid Organ Transplantation in the Obese Patient, 169 Erin C. Hall and Dorry L. Segev 20 Critical Care Management of the Obese Patient after Bariatric Surgery, 179 Scott E. Mimms and Samer G. Mattar 21 Nutritional Requirements of the Critically Ill Obese Patient, 186 Bikram S. Bal, Frederick C. Finelli, and Timothy R. Koch Part VI Pharmacology 22 Drug Dosing in the Critically Ill Obese Patient, 197 Brian L. Erstad Part VII Prognosis and Ethics 23 Prognosis and Outcome of the Critically Ill Obese Patient, 211 Yasser Sakr, Mohamed Zeiden, and Juliana Marques 24 Ethical Considerations in the Critically Ill Obese Patient, 218 Mark D. Siegel Multiple Choice Questions, 225 Answers to Multiple Choice Questions, 234 Index, 236
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Diabetic Emergencies
Book SynopsisThe book explores both the clinical presentation of serious diabetic emergencies (like ketoacidosis, hyperosmolar coma, and severe hyper and hypoglycemia) that consultants and hospital staff encounter in practice and the best methods of both managing the emergencies and also administering follow-up guidance/care.Trade Review"In conclusion, this book should appeal to all healthcare professionals who want a concise summary of important diabetic complications causing significant morbidity and mortality." (Diabetes Update, 1 March 2014) “A concise guide for practicing physicians, including pediatricians, interns and residents. Recommended for emergency departments.” (Pediatric Endocrinology Reviews Journal, 1 September 2013) "As a quick guide to common diabetic emergencies, the book is most appropriate for nurses and medical students starting on the wards, and as a review for nonendocrinologists. It reviews common situations in both inpatient and outpatient settings, in both adults and children." (Doody's, 6 January 2012) Review copy sent on 27/07/2011: Tijdschrift voor GeneeskundeTable of ContentsPreface. 1 Diabetic ketoacidosis in adults. 2 Diabetic Ketoacidosis in childhood and adolescence. 3 Hyperosmolar Non-ketotic Hyperglycemia. 4 Hypoglycemia caused by insulin. 5 Hypoglycemia caused by insulin secretagogues. 6 Lactic acidosis in diabetes. 7 Management of hyperglycemia in the hospital. 8 Sick day rules in diabetes. Index.
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Advanced Nutrition and Dietetics in Obesity
Book SynopsisThis addition to the British Dietetic Association Advanced Nutrition and Dietetics book series is written for clinicians and researchers who work with any aspect of obesity and its comorbid conditions.Table of ContentsPreface ix Foreword xi Editor biographies xiii Contributors xv Abbreviations xix SECTION 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Definition, prevalence and historical perspectives of obesity in adults 3 1.2 Definition, prevalence and historical perspectives of obesity in children 11 1.3 Development of overweight and obesity across the life course 18 1.4 Diagnostic criteria and assessment of obesity in adults 24 1.5 Diagnostic criteria and assessment of obesity in children 31 SECTION 2 Consequences and comorbidities associated with obesity 39 2.1 Obesity in the development of type 2 diabetes 41 2.2 Obesity in the development of cardiovascular disease 49 2.3 Obesity as a risk factor in the development of cancer 56 2.4 Obesity as a risk factor in osteoarthritis and pulmonary disease 64 2.5 Psychology and mental health issues in obesity 71 2.6 Binge eating and obesity 78 SECTION 3 Aetiology of obesity in adults 85 3.1 Genetics and epigenetics in the aetiology of obesity 87 3.2 Food intake and appetite in the aetiology of obesity 97 3.3 Physiological control of appetite and food intake 106 3.4 Obesogenic medication in the aetiology of obesity 113 3.5 Gut microbiome in obesity 118 3.6 Physical activity and physical inactivity in the aetiology of obesity 126 3.7 Obesogenic environment and obesogenic behaviours 132 SECTION 4 Weight management in adults 139 4.1 Macronutrient composition for weight loss in obesity 141 4.2 Meal replacements for weight loss in obesity 150 4.3 Formula diets for weight loss in obesity 157 4.4 Group]based interventions for weight loss in obesity 164 4.5 Commercial weight management organisations for weight loss in obesity 169 4.6 Fad diets and fasting for weight loss in obesity 177 4.7 Pharmacological management of weight loss in obesity 183 4.8 Diet to support pharmacological management of weight loss 188 4.9 Surgical management of weight loss in obesity 193 4.10 Diet to support surgical management of weight loss 203 4.11 Physical activity for weight loss in obesity 212 4.12 Psychological interventions for weight loss in obesity 221 4.13 Weight loss interventions in specific groups: overweight and obese men 228 4.14 Weight loss interventions in specific groups: Adults with intellectual disabilities and obesity 235 4.15 Weight maintenance following weight loss in obesity 242 4.16 Economic cost of obesity and the cost]effectiveness of weight management 252 SECTION 5 Aetiology of obesity in children 261 5.1 Genetics, epigenetics and obesity: focus on studies in children 263 5.2 Food intake, eating behaviour and obesity in children 271 5.3 Physical activity and inactivity in the aetiology of obesity in children 277 SECTION 6 Weight management in children 287 6.1 Diet in the management of weight loss in childhood obesity 289 6.2 Physical activity in the management of weight loss in childhood obesity 295 6.3 Psychological and behavioural interventions in childhood obesity 301 6.4 Residential programmes and weight loss camps in childhood obesity 309 6.5 Pharmacological management of weight loss in childhood obesity 315 6.6 Surgical management of weight loss in childhood obesity 320 SECTION 7 Public health and the prevention of obesity 329 7.1 National campaigns to modify eating behaviour in the prevention of obesity 331 7.2 Increasing physical activity to prevent childhood obesity 339 7.3 Designing public health initiatives for the prevention of obesity 349 Index 355
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Advanced Nutrition and Dietetics in Diabetes
Book SynopsisAdvanced Nutrition and Dietetics in Diabetes is an exploration of the evidence and practice of nutrition in diabetes, offering a global view of the lifestyle interventions for the prevention and management of diabetes, including management of complications and special population groups.Table of ContentsPreface vii Foreword ix Editor biographies x Contributors xi Abbreviations xiii Section 1 Background 1 1.1 Prevalence, public health aspects and prevention of diabetes 3 1.2 Diagnostic criteria and classification of diabetes 9 Section 2 Dietary principles of diabetes 13 2.1 Historical perspectives of dietary recommendations for diabetes 15 2.2 Nutritional guidelines for diabetes 22 2.3 Carbohydrates 29 2.4 Glycaemic index and glycaemic load in diabetes 41 Section 3 Type 1 diabetes 51 3.1 Epidemiology and pathogenesis of type 1 diabetes 53 3.2 Clinical management of type 1 diabetes 60 3.3 Nutritional management of glycaemia in type 1 diabetes 67 3.4 Diet, education and behaviour in type 1 diabetes 74 3.5 Lifestyle issues and type 1 diabetes – physical activity, alcohol and recreational drugs 80 Section 4 Type 2 diabetes 93 4.1 Epidemiology, aetiology and pathogenesis of type 2 diabetes 95 4.2 Clinical management of hyperglycaemia in type 2 diabetes 103 4.3 Nutritional management of glycaemia in type 2 diabetes 112 4.4 Obesity and cardiovascular risk in type 2 diabetes 119 4.5 Diet, education and behaviour in type 2 diabetes 129 4.6 Lifestyle issues and type 2 diabetes – physical activity and alcohol 138 4.7 Public health and the prevention of type 2 diabetes 147 Section 5 Pregnancy and diabetes 157 5.1 Epidemiology, aetiology and pathogenesis of diabetes in pregnancy 159 5.2 Clinical management of diabetes in pregnancy 168 5.3 Lifestyle management of diabetes in pregnancy 176 Section 6 Diabetes in children and adolescents 183 6.1 Epidemiology, aetiology and pathogenesis of childhood diabetes 185 6.2 Clinical management of diabetes in children and adolescents 191 6.3 Lifestyle management of childhood diabetes 198 Section 7 Diabetes in older people 207 7.1 Epidemiology, aetiology, pathogenesis and management of diabetes in older people 209 7.2 Lifestyle management, including nutrition, of diabetes in older people 218 Section 8 Diabetes in ethnic groups 229 8.1 Epidemiology, aetiology and pathogenesis of diabetes in ethnic groups 231 8.2 Clinical management of diabetes in ethnic groups 240 8.3 Lifestyle management of diabetes in ethnic groups 249 Section 9 Complications and comorbidities of diabetes 261 9.1 Microvascular disease (renal) and diabetes 263 9.2 Macrovascular disease and diabetes 273 9.3 Coeliac disease and diabetes 286 9.4 Disorders associated with insulin resistance 294 9.5 Cystic fibrosis‐related diabetes 303 9.6 Diabetic gastroparesis 312 9.7 Nutrition support in diabetes 316 Index 325
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Anxiety and Depression Workbook For Dummies
Book SynopsisAnxiety and depression affect over 10% of the population. They can become debilitating conditions if not managed carefully so there are thousands of people looking for advice on how to keep their symptoms under control. Anxiety & Depression Workbook For Dummies provides readers with practical exercises and worksheets to help them analyse their thinking patterns and overcome the issues that are holding them back. The workbook format is ideal for those wanting to track their progress and make positive changes to both their mental and physical health. Anxiety & Depression Workbook For Dummies, UK Edition covers: Part I: Recognising and Recording Anxiety and Depression Chapter 1: Spotting the Signs of Anxiety and Depression Chapter 2: Digging Up the Roots of Your Worries Chapter 3: Overcoming Obstacles to Change Chapter 4: Monitoring Your Moods Part II: Understanding Your Thinking: Cognitive Therapy Chapter 5: ViewTable of ContentsForeword xvii Introduction 1 Part I: Recognising and Recording Anxiety and Depression 7 Chapter 1: Spotting the Signs of Anxiety and Depression 9 Chapter 2: Digging Down to the Roots of Your Worries 19 Chapter 3: Overcoming Obstacles to Change 31 Chapter 4: Monitoring Your Moods 45 Part II: Understanding Your Thinking: Cognitive Therapy 57 Chapter 5: Viewing Things Differently 59 Chapter 6: Challenging and Changing Thoughts 79 Chapter 7: Seeing Clearly: Gaining a New Perspective 101 Chapter 8: Maintaining Mindfulness and Achieving Acceptance 119 Part III: Taking Action with Behaviour Therapy 131 Chapter 9: Facing Your Fears: Avoiding Avoidance 133 Chapter 10: Lifting Your Spirits through Exercise 151 Chapter 11: Taking Pleasure from Leisure 161 Chapter 12: Tackling Life’s Problems: Just Do It! 171 Part IV: Feeling It Where It Hurts: Healing the Body 185 Chapter 13: Taking the Relaxation Route 187 Chapter 14: Making Up Your Mind about Medication 201 Part V: Revitalising Relationships 209 Chapter 15: Working on Relationships 211 Chapter 16: Smoothing Out Conflict 223 Part VI: Life Beyond Anxiety and Depression 235 Chapter 17: Reducing Your Risk of Relapse 237 Chapter 18: Promoting the Positive 251 Part VII: The Part of Tens 265 Chapter 19: Ten Helpful Resources 267 Chapter 20: Ten Terrific Tips to Boost Your Mood 271 Index 275
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Understanding Diabetes
Book SynopsisDiabetes is one of the most common chronic medical disorders, and its incidence continues to rise. This book offers patients an overview of the disease and the treatment regimens. It explores the psychological aspects of the disease, focusing on the difficulty many people have in sticking to treatment regimens.Trade Review“…Help is at hand for diabetes sufferers…with this forthcoming release…” (The Liverpool Daily Echo, 10 February 2004)Table of ContentsAbout the author. Preface. Acknowledgements. 1. What is diabetes? 2. What are the physical consequences? 3. What are the psychological consequences? 4. What about interacting with other people? 5. Understanding and managing treatment. 6. Understanding and managing lifestyle change. 7. Living with diabetes. 8. Where can I get help? Where can I get more information? Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Down Syndrome Visions for the 21st Century
Book SynopsisOver 350,000 families in United States alone are affected by Down syndrome. This book provides a comprehensive treatment of the issues of self determination, education, and advocacy, as well as the research developments. It addresses the needs of family members, caregivers, and professionals alike.Trade Review"This volume is a comprehensive collection of articles representing a wide range of disciplines…it will be a valuable addition to the bookshelves of families, medical staff, educators, and researchers." (American Journal of Medical Genetics, August 15, 2004) “...a comprehensive compilation of the myriad issues facing individuals with Down syndrome and their families across the lifespan...this book, compared to other tomes of highlights from various conferences, seems to contain more bang for the buck as the issues it covers are extremely pertinent and could stand alone apart from the conferences...this book will stay on my shelf.” (Journal of Genetic Counseling, Vol. 13, No. 1, February 2004) "This book will be of great interest to anyone wanting to have the latest information about this genetic disorder..." (family2000.org.uk, 9 September 2002) "...puts foward some of the visions and thoughts in an optimistic way and is therefore recommended..." (Int Jnl of Adolescent Medical Health) "...puts forward some of the visions and thoughts in an optimistic way and is therefore recommended..." (Int Jnl of Adolescent Medical Health, Vol.15, No.1, 2003) "I...consider a copy of this book a must for every institutional and personal library." (Journal of the National Medical Association, March 2003) "...exceedingly valuable for a wide spectrum of individuals: parents, professionals, caregivers, and researchers..." (American Journal of Human Genetics, Vol. 72, 2003) "...exceedingly valuable for a wide spectrum of individuals: parents, professionals, caregivers, and researchers..." (American Journal of Human Genetics, Vol. 72, 2003) "...a terrific compendium of the wide array of topics...whatever the challenges that lie ahead...we are much better prepared by the information and vision provided by this excellent book." (Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, May 2003) "...a useful reference tool for families and service providers." (Human Genetics, No.113, 2003)Table of ContentsSelf-Determination. Self-Advocacy. Advocacy. Role of the Family. Health and Clinical Care. Research. Psycho-Social Issues. Education/Inclusion. Communication, Math and Language Skills. Turning the Vision into Reality.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc The Doctors Guide to Gastrointestinal Health
Book SynopsisThis is the reference guide you dream about--answers to all your important questions written in a language you can understand. For everyone who wants better health and peace of mind. --Diane Sawyer, Co-anchor of ABC News'' Good Morning America and PrimeTime Thursday An important, practical, easy-to-read, and easy-to-understand source of information for anyone with a chronic gastrointestinal problem. --Isadore Rosenfeld, M.D., Rossi Distinguished Professor of Clinical Medicine at Weill Medical College of Cornell University and bestselling author Digestive ailments, whether mild or life-threatening, are a major concern for millions of people--and they can be difficult to diagnose and treat. Now, in this essential reference book, Dr. Paul Miskovitz, a physician at one of the world''s top medical institutions, helps you understand the causes, symptoms, diagnoses, and medical treatments for a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders--everything from hTable of ContentsIntroduction. PART I: UNDERSTANDING HOW YOUR GUT WORKS AND HOW TO IDENTIFY PROBLEMS. 1. What We Know about the Gut: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow. 2. How to Find A Gastroenterologist and the Proper Diagnosis. 3. What You Need to Know about Endoscopic Procedures for Diagnosis and Treatment. PART II: MEDICAL TREATMENT FOR DISORDERS AND DISEASES OF THE GASTROINTESTINAL SYSTEM. 4. The Esophagus. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. Benign Esophageal Tumors and Cancer. Other Disorders of the Esophagus. 5. The Stomach. Dyspepsia, Gastritis, and Ulcers. Benign Gastric Tumors and Stomach Cancer. Other Disorders of the Stomach. 6. The Small Intestine. Celiac Disease. Other Disorders of the Small Intestine. 7. The Gallbladder. Gallstones. Other Conditions of the Gallbladder. 8. The Pancreas. Pancreatitis and Pancreatic Cancer. 9. The Liver. Hepatitis. Cholestatic and Metabolic Liver Diseases. Cirrhosis of the Liver and Liver Failure. Liver Biopsy, Tumors, Cancer, and Transplantation. Other Conditions of the Liver. 10. The Colon and Rectum. Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis. Colon Polyps and Polyposis Syndromes. Colon Cancer. Anorectal and Perianal Disorders. 11. The Abdominal Cavity. Abdominal Wall and Groin Hernias. Appendicitis. PART III: MAINTAINING GASTROINTESTINAL HEALTH. 12. A Commonsense Guide to Diet and Exercise. Appendix: Resources. Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Diabetes and Pregnancy An International Approach
Book SynopsisThis book provides a scientific rationale on managing pregnancies complicated by diabetes and offers recommendations on which clinical practice can be based. It discusses all aspects of basic science and health care.Table of ContentsPartial table of contents: Diabetes in Pregnancy: Past, Present and Future (D. Hadden). PATHOPHYSIOLOGY. The Metabolic Stress of Pregnancy (T. Buchanan & A.Dornhorst). PREGNANCY. Insulin Therapy in Diabetic Pregnancy (R. Firth). Monitoring Fetal Well-Being in Diabetic Pregnancy (J.Girling). CHILDBIRTH. Labour and Delivery (J. Oats). LONG-TERM IMPLICATIONS OF A DIABETIC PREGNANCY. Contraception and Future Pregnancies (H. Morgan). Prevention of Diabetes Following Gestational Diabetes (M. Rossi& A. Dornhorst). The Perspective of a Mother with Diabetes (H. Blanchard). Epilogue: The Way Forward (J. Hoet). Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Childhood Adolescent Diabetes 1 Practical
Book SynopsisIncluding information for parents of children with diabetes, this text offers solutions to the problems confronting children, young people and parents. Suggestions are also given for professionals developing packages of care, audit systems, standards and activities outside the diabetic clinics.Table of ContentsAetiology, Epidemiology, Immunology, Environmental Factors, Genetics and Prevention (W. Lamb). Diabetes--Management of the First Few Weeks (I. Jefferson M. Kibirige). Diabetes in the Under-Fives (C. McCowen). The Point and Purpose of the Clinic--Personnel and Practical Aspects (K. Robertson W. Lamb). The Concept of Control (D. Matthews). Insulin Strategies (J. Wales). Acute Complications of Diabetes (J. Edge K. Matyka). Growth in Diabetes and Other Associated Auto-immune Conditions (I. Jefferson). Exercise and Diabetes (M. Kibirige S. Court). Parents and Children--Stories, Pictures and Explanations (S. Court). Appendices. Index.
£207.86
University of California Press Consuming the Romantic Utopia
Book SynopsisA study of American love in the twentieth century that unravels the mass of images that define our ideas of love and romance, revealing that the experience of 'true' love is deeply embedded in the experience of consumer capitalism. It studies how individual conceptions of love overlap with the world of cliches and images.Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Introduction to the Sociology of Love Romantic Love as a Cultural Practice Romantic Love as a Utopia of Transgression Overview On Methodology PART I. WHEN ROMANCE MET THE MARKET Chapter 1. Constructing the Romantic Utopia The Secularization of Love, or Love as a New Religion Love on Sale Romance vs. Marriage A Romantic Tale Spectacle Conclusion Chapter 2. Trouble in Utopia The Price of Love Alone in Public Dating and the Spirit of Consumerism Conclusion PART 2. ALL THAT IS ROMANTIC MELTS INTO AIR: LOVE AS A POSTMODERN CONDITION Chapter 3· From the Romantic Utopia to the American Dream "You Could Be Here, Now" Such a Natural Love Romance as Invisible Affluence Codes Are Getting Tired Conclusion Chapter 4· An All-Consuming Love Reenchanting the World A Consuming Romance The Luxury of Romance Travel, Nature, and Romance Romance as Liminality The Commerce of Love: Ideology or Utopia? Conclusion Chapter 5. Real Fictions and Fictional Realities Love at First Sight Realist Love Reality as Fiction Fiction as Reality A Postmodern Romantic Condition Conclusion PART 3. THE BUSINESS OF LOVE Chapter 6. Reason within Passion Charting the Heart Passion within Reason, Reason within Passion The Uncertainties of the Heart The Science of Love Therapeutic Discourse as Reflexive Discourse Chapter 7. The Reasons for Passion Agapic and Erosic Love A Very Reasonable Madness Socioeconomic Boundaries Moral and Personality Boundaries Educational and Cultural Boundaries I Talk, Therefore You Love Me Love for Free Conclusion Chapter 8. The Class of Love The Elementary Forms of Romance Love as Difference Love and Symbolic Domination Class, Romance, and the Structure of Everyday Life Conclusion Conclusion: A Happy Ending? The Story of Love Appendix 1. A Few Words about Methods Appendix 2. Questionnaire Appendix 3. Images of Romance Notes References Index
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University of California Press Colonial Subjects
Book SynopsisThis text compares Puerto Rican migration with Caribbean migration to both the United States and Western Europe. It examines the position: of Puerto Rico in the Caribbean; of Puerto Ricans in the USA; and the position of colonial migrants compared to noncolonial migrants in the world system.Table of ContentsList of Tables Acknowledgments Introduction: PART ONE: THE POLITICAL ECONOMY OF PUERTO RICO 1. The Political Economy of Puerto Rico in the Twentieth Century and Puerto Rican Postnational Strategies 2. World Cities in the Caribbean: Miami and San Juan PART TWO: PUERTO RICAN MIGRATION AND THE CARIBBEAN DIASPORA IN THE UNITED STATES 3. Migration and Geopolitics in the Greater Antilles: From the Cold War to the Post--Cold War 4. Puerto Ricans in the United States: A Comparative Approach 5. "Coloniality of Power" and Racial Dynamics: Notes on a Reinterpretation of Latino Caribbeans in New York City (with Chloe S. Georas) PART THREE: CARIBBEAN COLONIAL MIGRANTS IN WESTERN EUROPE AND THE UNITED STATES 6. Colonial Caribbean Migrations to France, the Netherlands, Great Britain, and the United States 7. "Cultural Racism" and Colonial Caribbean Migrants in Core Zones of the Capitalist World-Economy Appendix References Index
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University of California Press How the Other Half Works Immigration and the
Book SynopsisSolving the riddle of America's immigration puzzle, this text seeks to address the question of why an increasingly high-tech society has use for so many immigrants who lack the basic skills that the modern economy seems to demand.Trade Review"Waldinger and Lichter offer a lucid and penetrating look at the micro-social structure of hiring, firing, and earning in the modern, post-industrial economy. This book should be required reading for people who glibly use the term 'free market."'-Douglas S. Massey, Dorothy Swaine Thomas Professor of Sociology, University of Pennsylvania "In this masterpiece of field research into the social processes that structure America's economy, Waldinger and Lichter unveil the most original and powerful theory ever advanced to explain how "unskilled" immigrants have come to work at remarkably high rates while inner city blacks continue to languish. Like Wilson's When Work Disappears and Massey and Denton's American Apartheid, How the Other Half Works will set the stage for a new era of poverty research. In its focus on Los Angeles as the quintessential suburban metropolis and as an exemplar of multi-ethnic America, it may also one day be seen as the founding text in a new LA School of Urban Sociology."-Mitchell Duneier, author of Sidewalk and Slim's TableTable of ContentsDedication Terms used in this book Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: What Empoyers Want Chapter 3: Doing the Job: Skills and the Social Organization of Work Chapter 4: The Language of Work Chapter 5: Network, Bureaucracy, Exclusion Chapter 6: Ethnic Networks and Social Closure Chapter 7: Bringing the Boss Back In: Selection and Hiring Decisions Chapter 8: Whom Employers Want Chapter 9: Us and them Chapter 10: Diversity and Conflict Chapter 11: Black/Immigrant Competition Chapter 12: How the other half works Appendix: the Local and economic context The six industries Conclusions
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University of California Press Mexican New York
Book SynopsisOffers an intimate view of globalization as it is lived by Mexican immigrants and their children in New York and in Mexico. This study describes how first-generation men who have lived in New York for decades become important political leaders in their home villages in Mexico.Table of ContentsList of Illustrations Acknowledgments 1. Transnational Life in Ethnographic Perspective 2. Mexican Immigrants in New York: Contexts for Transnational Life 3. "Los Ausentes Siempre Presentes": Making a Local-Level Transnational Political Community 4. The Defeat of Don Victorio: Transnationalization, Democratization, and Regime Change 5. Gender Strategies, Settlement, and Transnational Life 6. "In Ticuani, He Goes Crazy": The Second Generation Renegotiates Gender 7. "Padre Jesus Is Our Protector": Adolescence, Religion, and Social Location in New York and Ticuani 8. "I'll Go Back Next Year": Transnational Life across the Life Course 9. Defending Your Name: The Roots and Transnationalization of Mexican Gangs 10. "Why You Gotta Mess Up a Good Place?": Returning to a Changed Ticuani Conclusions and Recommendations Coda: The Mexican Educational Foundation of New York Notes Bibliography Index
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University of California Press Flavor of the Month
Book SynopsisExplores the range of institutional fads, analyzing the features of our culture that foster them, and identifying the major stages of the fad cycle - emerging, surging, and purging. This book examines the causes and consequences of fads and suggests ways of fad-proofing our institutions.Trade Review"Flavors of the Month is a marvelous antidote to the infectious bite of the fad bug, and should be required reading for all optimists who believe we can move towards perfection by adopting the latest 'breakthrough paradigm.' If enthusiasm for transforming your organization persists after reading this engaging book, then read it again. Repeat as often as necessary, or until irrational exuberance has dissipated." - Robert Bimbaum, author of Management Fads in Higher Education: Where They Come From, What They Do, Why They Fail "A well-written, effective, and surely needed examination of institutional fads that should find a wide audience." - Gary Alan Fine, co-author of Whispers on the Color Line: Rumor and Race in America"Table of ContentsAcknowledgments 1. The Illusion of Diffusion 2. Why We Embrace Novelties: Conditions That Foster Institutional Fads 3. The Fad Cycle: Emerging 4. The Fad Cycle: Surging 5. The Fad Cycle: Purging 6. Fad Dynamics 7. Becoming Fad-Proof Notes References Index
£24.30
University of California Press Replenished Ethnicity
Book SynopsisUnlike the wave of immigration that came through Ellis Island and then subsided, immigration to the United States from Mexico has been virtually uninterrupted for one hundred years. This book takes us into the lives of later-generation descendants of Mexican immigrants. It sheds light on America's largest ethnic group.Trade Review"Convincing and well documented... A significant addition to assimilation theory." -- Jessica M. Vasquez Du Bois Review & TransitionTable of ContentsList of Illustrations Preface Acknowledgments 1. Introduction 2. Mexican Americans: A History of Replenishment and Assimilation 3. Dimensions of Mexican-American Assimilation 4. Replenishing Mexican Ethnicity 5. The Ties That Bind and Divide: Ethnic Boundaries and Ethnic Identity 6. Assessing Mexican Immigration: The Mexican-American Perspective 7. Ethnic Drawbridges: Unity and Division with Mexican Immigrants 8. Conclusion Appendix A: Methodological Issues Appendix B: List of Respondents Appendix C: Interview Questions Notes Bibliography Index
£22.50
University of California Press Population Health in America 5 Sociology in the
Book SynopsisIn this engaging and accessibly written book, Population Health in America weaves demographic data with social theory and research to help students understand health patterns and trends in the U.S. population. While life expectancy was estimated to be just 37 years in the United States in 1870, today it is more than twice as long, at over 78 years. Yet today, life expectancy in the U.S. lags behind almost all other wealthy countries. Within the U.S., there are substantial social inequalities in health and mortality: women live longer but less healthier lives than men; African Americans and Native Americans live far shorter lives than Asian Americans and White Americans; and socioeconomic inequalities in health have been widening over the past 20 years. What accounts for these population health patterns and trends? Inviting students to delve into population health trends and disparities, demographers Robert Hummer and Erin Hamilton provide an easily understandable historical and contemporary portrait of U.S. population health. Perfect for courses such as population health, medical or health sociology, social epidemiology, health disparities, demography, and others, as well as for academic researchers and lay persons interested in better understanding the overall health of the country, Population Health in America also challenges students, academics, and the public to understand current health policy priorities and to ask whether considerably different directions are needed. Trade Review"An impressively relevant guide for understanding trends in population health and for improving health outcomes in a post-COVID America." * Social Forces *Table of ContentsList of Illustrations List of Tables Acknowledgments 1. What Is Population Health and Why Study It in the Twenty-First-Century United States? 2. Historical Trends in U. S. Population Health. 3. U.S. Population Health in International Context. 4. Spatial and Social Contexts of U.S. Population Health. 5. Socioeconomic Status and U. S. Population Health. 6. Race/Ethnicity, Nativity, and U. S. Population Health. 7. Gender and U.S. Population Health. 8. Policy Implications of Population Health Science. Notes References Index Contents
£63.90
University of California Press Population Health in America 5 Sociology in the
Book SynopsisTrade Review"An impressively relevant guide for understanding trends in population health and for improving health outcomes in a post-COVID America." * Social Forces *Table of ContentsList of Illustrations List of Tables Acknowledgments 1. What Is Population Health and Why Study It in the Twenty-First-Century United States? 2. Historical Trends in U. S. Population Health. 3. U.S. Population Health in International Context. 4. Spatial and Social Contexts of U.S. Population Health. 5. Socioeconomic Status and U. S. Population Health. 6. Race/Ethnicity, Nativity, and U. S. Population Health. 7. Gender and U.S. Population Health. 8. Policy Implications of Population Health Science. Notes References Index Contents
£25.20
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Changing Eating and Exercise Behaviour
Book SynopsisHealth and fitness professionals are frequently frustrated at their inability to help clients achieve long-standing health behaviour changes and are seeking new, scientifically sound, alternative approaches which are more effective.Table of ContentsPreface. PART ONE: THEORY. Chapter 1. A Role for Professionals. Chapter 2. The Case for Change. Chapter 3. Achieving Change. Chapter 4. A Model for Change. PART TWO: A FRAMEWORK. Chapter 5. Practitioner Qualities. Chapter 6. Structuring Sessions. Chapter 7. Getting Started. PART THREE: PRACTICE. Chapter 8. Helping the Precontemplator. Chapter 9. Helping the Contemplator. Chapter 10. Preparing for Action. Chapter 11. Taking Action. Chapter 12. Maintaining Change. Chapter 13. When Maintenance Fails. Chapter 14. Weight Management. References. Glossary. Appendices. Index.
£64.55
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Obesity
Book SynopsisThis extremely important book is the comprehensive and authoritative independent consensus report of the British Nutrition Foundation''s Task Force on Obesity. The Task Force was invited by the Council of the British Nutrition Foundation to review the present state of knowledge of the causes, consequences, prevention and treatment of obesity, and to prepare a report and should it see fit, to draw conclusions, make recommendations and identify areas for future research. Obesity is an authoritative and definitive landmark publication covering all major aspects of this vitally important condition. Bringing together a huge wealth of research information from a wide variety of disciplines, in a well-presented, clear and carefully-edited format, Obesity is an indispensable guide for all personnel involved in the prevention and treatment of obesity, or for those studying and researching in this area. The book provides comprehensive coverage of the health risks of obesity, clinical assessmTable of ContentsTerms of reference. Obesity Task Force Membership. Acknowledgements. 1. Introduction (Dr Michele Sadler). 2. Health Risks of Obesity (Professor John Garrow). 3. Clinical Assessment of Obesity (Professor John Garrow). 4. Epidemiology of Obesity in the UK (Dr Ann Gehily). 5. Aetiology of Obesity I: Introduction (Dr Andrew Prentice). 6. Aetiology of Obesity II: Genetics (Professor Peter Kopelman). 7. Aetiology of Obesity III: Critical Periods for the Development of Obesity (Dr Mary Flynn, Ms Gail Goldberg, Dr Andrew Prentice, Dr Tim Cole). 8. Aetiology of Obesity IV: Metabolic Factors (Dr Andrew Prentice). 9. Aetiology of Obesity V; Macronutrient Balance (Dr Andrew Prentice). 10. Aetiology of Obesity VI: Appetite Control, Physiological Factors (Dr Andrew Prentice, Dr James Stubbs). 11. Aetiology of Obesity VII: Endocrine Causes (Dr Nick Finer, Dr Andrew Prentice). 12. Aetiology of Obesity VIII: Psychological Factors (Professor Jane Wardle). 13. Aetiology of Obesity IX: Dietary Factors. (Dr Andrew Prentice, Dr Susan Jebb). 14. Aetiology of Obesity X: Food Choice, Food Policy and Eating Patterns (Dr David Mela, Professor Christopher Ritson, Ms Sharon Kuznesof). 15. Aetiology of Obesity XI: Physical Inactivity (Professor Kenneth Fox). 16. Significance of within Person Weight Variation (Professor John Garrow). 17. Prevention of Obesity (Professor John Garrow). 18. Treatment of Obesity I: Introduction (Professor John Garrow, Ms Mary O'Kane). 19. Treatment of Obesity II: Dietary Treatment of Obesity (Professor John Garrow, Ms Mary O'Kane). 20. Treatment of Obesity III: Physical Activity and Exercise (Professor Kenneth Fox). 21. Treatment of Obesity IV: Behavioural Treatment (Professor Jane Wardle). 22. Treatment of Obesity V: Pharmacotherapy for Obesity (Professor Peter Kopelman). 23. Treatment of Obesity VI: Surgical Treatments (Professor John Garrow). 24. Treatment of Obesity VII: Resources and Evaluation (Professor John Garrow). 25. Suggestions of Further Reading. 26. Recommendations of the BNF Task Force on Obesity. Appendix : Answers to Questions from medical journalists. Glossary. References. Index.
£73.76
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Adverse Reactions to Food
Book SynopsisContinuing the exciting series of BNF Task Force Reports, Adverse Reactions to Foods covers in depth food allergy, food intolerance, nutrition and the immune system and autoimmune disease. Chaired by Professor Dame Barbara Clayton, task force members have provided cutting edge information, which is a must-have reference for a whole range of professionals including dietitians, nutritionists, health visitors, family practitioners, nursing practitioners and many other health professionals.Trade Review"...some of the most eminent practitioners in the field have contributed to this book, it is no surprise that it is an excellent and very exhaustive resume of the topic. Although a different author wrote each chapter, the skilful editing ensures that all the chapters are written in the same style." (Isabel Skypala, Journal of Human Nutrition & Dietetics, August 2002) "Questions on food allergy and intolerance, plus the answers (this chapter alone makes the book valuable - the complex questions are answered in a language that all can understand and interpret). A must-read for nutritionists, dieticians, medics and food scientists/technologists." (Food & Beverage Reporter 2004)Table of ContentsForeword. Terms of Reference. Task Force Membership. 1 Introduction and Definitions. 2 The Immune System. 3 Nutrition and the Immune System. 4 Epidemiology of Food Intolerance and Food Allergy. 5 Pre- and Postnatal Sensitisation to Foods. 6 Common Food Allergies. 7 Other Manifestations of Food Intolerances. 8 Enzyme Defects and Food Intolerance. 9 Coeliac Disease and other Gluten Sensitive Disorders. 10 Clinically Validated Diagnostic Tests and Non-validated Procedures of Unproven Value. 11 Diagnosis and Management of Food Intolerance by Diet. 12 Food Allergens and the Food Industry. 13 Immunomodulation of Food Allergies. 14 Conclusions of the Task Force. 15 Recommendations of the Task Force. 16 Questions on Food Allergy and Intolerance. Appendix 1 Food Additives. Glossary. Abbreviations. References. Index.
£73.76
Wiley Insulin Resistance
Book SynopsisInsulin resistance, defined as a reduced biological action of insulin, has emerged as a major factor in the development and progression of a number of common non-communicable diseases in man. The role of insulin resistance in the aetiology of type 2 diabetes is particularly well-established. However, insulin resistance has also come to be regarded as a key component of a broader syndrome of common metabolic defects that conspire to increase the risk of atherosclerotic coronary heart disease. The ramifications of insulin resistance now embrace many different medical specialties. The objective of this book is to summarize the current state of knowledge about insulin resistance. Section 1 (Pathophysiology of Insulin Resistance) considers the development of current concepts of insulin resistance. This is followed by a critical review of techniques for the assessment of insulin action in humans. The section concludes with an outline of current hypotheses concerning the molecular Table of ContentsSection 1. Pathophysiology of insulin resistance. . 1.1 Introduction. 1.2 Normal physiology. 1.2.1 Hormonal regulation of metabolism. . 1.2.2 The insulin receptor. 1.2.3 Post-binding events. 1.2.4 Glucose metabolism. . 1.2.5 Lipid metabolism. . 1.2.6. Protein metabolism. 1.2.7. Ion transport. . 1.3 The concept of insulin resistance. 1.3.1 Early studies of insulin action. 1.4 Definitions of insulin resistance. 1.5 Assessment of insulin action in vivo. 1.5.1 Fasting insulin concentration. 1.5.2 Dynamic tests - endogenous insulin. 1.5.3 Dynamic tests - exogenous insulin. 1.5.4 Mathematical modelling techniques. 1.5.5 The insulin suppression test. 1.5.6 The hyperinsulinaemic euglycaemic clamp technique. 1.6. Mechanisms of insulin resistance. . 1.6.1 Genetic causes of insulin resistance. . 1.6.2 Acquired causes of insulin resistance. . 1.6.3.Fetal origins hypothesis. . Further Reading. . Section 2. Insulin resistance in clinical medicine. 2.1 Clinical features. . 2.2 Factors influencing insulin sensitivity. . 2.2.1 Normal variation in insulin action. . 2.2.2 Sex. 2.2.3 Age. . 2.2.4 Physical activity. . 2.2.5 Tobacco. . 2.2.6 Alcohol. . 2.3. Physiological states of insulin resistance. 2.3.1 Puberty. . 2.3.2 Pregnancy. 2.3.4 The menopause. . 2.4 Severe insulin resistance syndromes. . 2.5 Insulin resistance and cardiovascular risk. 2.5.1 Syndrome X. 2.5.2 Obesity. . 2.5.3 Regional adiposity. . 2.5.4 Impaired glucose tolerance. . 2.5.5 Type 2 diabetes. . 2.5.6 Essential hypertension. 2.5.7 Dyslipidaemia. . 2.5.8 Endothelial dysfunction. . 2.5.9 Microalbuminuria. . 2.5.10. Hyperuricaemia. . 2.5.11 Impaired Fibrinolysis. 2.5.12 Polycystic ovary syndrome. . 2.5.13 Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis. 2.6 Other disorders associated with insulin resistance. . 2.6.1 Counter-regulatory hormone secretion. . 2.6.2 Endocrinopathies. . 2.6.3 Chronic renal failure. 2.6.4 Cirrhosis. . 2.6.5 Cardiac failure. . 2.7 Miscellaneous inherited disorders. 2.8 Drug-induced insulin resistance. Further Reading. . . Section 3. Management of insulin resistance and associated conditions. 3.1 Non-pharmacological measures. 3.1.1 Medical nutrition therapy. . 3.1.3 Alcohol. . 3.1.4 Tobacco. . 3.2 Drugs for type 2 diabetes. . 3.2.1 Biguanides. 3.2.2 Thiazolidinediones. . 3.2.3 Sulphonyulreas. . 3.2.4 Repaglinide. 3.2.5 a-glucosidase inhibitors. . 3.2.6 Insulin therapy. . 3.3 Anti-obesity drugs. . 3.4 Lipid-modifying drugs. . 3.5 Anti-hypertensive drugs. 3.6 Experimental therapies
£73.76
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Reflective Teaching and Learning in the Health
Book SynopsisThis volume deals with the nature of professional education and the need to produce professionals who are capable of reflection upon practice. It derives comprehensive guidelines for developing curricula and teaching methods that encourage reflective thinking.Trade Review"This book will be of immense value to all educators and practitioners who are involved in reflective practice." Therapy Weekly "The book offers a thoughtful and practical guide on matters such as integrating theory and practice" "This book is clearly written and informative...It will be a particularly useful resource for educators in higher education." British Journal of Occupational Therapy “Although the book is primarily applicable to educators in academic and service settings, it may well benefit students. It is a useful addition to libraries and departmental bookshelves and is good value for money.” Physiotherapy Journal "For those coming to ideas of reflective practice and action research for the first time, this book provides an excellent starting point.” Health Services JournalTable of ContentsPart A: Introduction; The nature of reflection; The project and the action research approach; Part B: Developing reflective teaching in five courses: The action research process; Integrating theory and practice; The use of learning contracts; Writing reflective journals; Promoting discussion from reflective writing; Part C: Synthesizing conclusions about curricula: Encouraging reflective writing; Facilitating critical discussion; Part D: The nature of reflection: The affective dimension of reflection; Triggers for reflection; Reflections on reflection;
£49.35
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Principles of Human Nutrition
Book SynopsisThis text covers the major aspects of human nutrition, emphasising the chemical nature of nutrients and their metabolism. Nutrition is looked at in the context of the history of food, the food chain, and epidemiology.Table of Contents1. Introduction And Overview. Part I factors influencing the food that a community eats. 2. History of food. 3.Social, population and environmental influences on nutrition. Part II Calculating how much food a community eats. 4. The food chain. 5. Nutritional requirements. 6. Nutritional epidemiology. Part III Factors influencing how an individual metabolises nutrients. 7. Genetics. Part IV Calculating the nutritional status of an individual. 8. Evaluation of dietary intake. 9. Measurements of energy. 10. Body compositionPart V Nutrients and non-nutrients. 11. Principles, amino acids and proteins. 12. Lipids. 13. Carbohydrates. 14. Dietary fibre. 15. Alcohol as a nutrient. 16. Vitamins. 17. Plant secondary metabolites and herbs. 18. Water, electrolytes, minerals and trace elements. 19. Non-nutritive components of food. 20. Agricultural chemicals in the food chain. 21. Drugs and nutrition. Part VI Eating, digestion and metabolism. 22. Smell and taste. 23. Intake and satiety. 24 The gastrointestinal tract and food availability. 25. Carbohydrate digestion and absorption. 26. Protein absorption. 27. Lipid absorption. 28. Foetal and placental nutrition. 29. Thermodynamics and metabolism. 30. Mitochondria. 31. Cytochrome P450. 32. Free radicals. 33 Carbohydrate metabolism. 34. Lipid metabolism. 35. Eicosanoids. 36. Cholesterol and lipoproteins. 37. Amino acid metabolism. 38. Amino acid neurotransmitters. 39. Organ metabolic fuel selection. 40. Growth. 41. Bone. Part VII Special nutritional requirements and conditions . 42. Pregnancy, lactation, weaning. 43. Childhood and youth; middle age and elderly. 44. Sport. 45. Nutrition in outer space. 46. Dietary deficiency. 47. Nutrition in the aetiology of disease
£62.65
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Nutrition and Health
Book SynopsisContinuing accumulation of scientific evidence demonstrates that nutrition is one of the important determinants of health for the individual. This book, which contains papers presented at the 1st Nutrition and Health conference, covers the major topics relating to nutritional aspects of health.Table of ContentsPreface. Contributors. Introduction: Prevention, a government priority (Imogen Sharp). 1. Diet for the prevention of heart disease: how far are we (Eric Brunner). 2. Should we eat foods o bits of foods? - relevance to cardiovascular disease (Susan Southon). 3. A brief review of the impact of dietary polyphenols on cardiovascular disease (Gary Williamson). 4. Significance of cholesterol absorption: inhibitory role of plant sterols and stanols (Gilber R. Thompson). 5. Soya and the FDA health claim: prevention of cardiovascular diseases (Jaak Ph. Janssens). 6. Nutritional determinants of plasma homocysteine: implications for risk of cardiovascular disease (Anne M. Molly). 7. Dietary strategies to prevent and treat obesity (Susan A. Jebb). 8. Physical activity, exercise and weight control: movement for management (Kenneth R. Fox). 9. Cognitive-behavioural interventions for obesity (Carolyn Edwards). 10. Aspects of fetal origins of disease (Alan A. Jackson). 11. Plant based diets: findings from the Oxford vegetarian study and other prospective studies of vegetarians (Timothy J. Key. Paul N. Appleby, Naomi E. Allen Gwyneth K. Davey, Margaret Thorogood and Jim I. Mann). 12. Review of diet and cancer: what is the evidence (Michael Hill). 13. Micronutrients, phytoprotectants and mechanisms of anticancer activity (Ian T. Johnson). 14. Dietary intervention studies sand cancer prevention (Pieter van't Veer). 15. Diabetes: Familial, genetic or lifestyle (Anne Dornhorst). 16. Dietary control of diabetes (Gary Frost). 17. Management of the human gut flora for improved health (Glenn R. Gibson). 18. Diet and osteoporosis: where are we now (Susan A. New). 19. Behaviour change counseling (Stephen Rollnick and Hayley Prout). 20. Health Claims - can they offer hope for consumers as well as 'hype' for industry (Margaret Ashwell). 21. The role of the media (Geoff Watts). 22. Primary health care professionals - working together in the community (Judy Buttriss). Closing speech to conference (Suzi Leather). Appendices: Workshops. LC-PUFAs: their role in maternal and infant nutrition (Stewart Forsyth). Soya in women's health (Paola Albertazzi). Index.
£136.76
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Professional Practice in Health
Book SynopsisSociety is rapidly changing its expectations of professionals in all arenas. In this book we focus on changing patterns of professional practice in health, education and the creative arts. In each of these areas professional practice care is undergoing major reform in a complex and rapidly changing environment. This multi-authored text explores professional practice in four key dimensions: doing, knowing, being and becoming. These concepts have been chosen to represent professional practice as much more than applying learned knowledge in practice situations. The authors present professional practice as a lived and dynamic experience as well as a process, a service for (and with) others, and a way of being and behaving. The text explores the essential unity of knowledge and practice, through discourse, narrative, imagery and critical debate. This is a book for all those seeking to learn and to improve practice.Trade Review"A stimulating and thought-provoking book, one to savour for its ideas and to enjoy for its artistry...Occupational therapists should try it" British Journal of Occupational Therapy “The book has a unique contribution to make that will complement existing texts.” “Tables and figures are generally clear and complementary. Overall, presentation is excellent. The book is attractive, well laid out and well illustrated.” “It will be an excellent resource for libraries and departments as well as postgraduates with a specific interest in professional practice and development.” Physiotherapy JournalTable of ContentsList of Contributors. Preface. Acknowledgements. Section 1: Introduction: Framing professional practice; Knowing and doing in context; Doing, knowing, being and becoming: The nature of professional practice; Our collaborative inquiry. . Section 2: Dimensions of professional practice: Practising without certainty: Providing health care in an uncertain world; The meaning(s) of uncertainty in treatment decision making; Finding the fifth player: Artistry in professional practice; Embodying knowledges: Challenging the theory/practice divide; Exploring relationships in health care practice; Technology and the depersonalisation of knowledge and practice; The research-sensitive practitioner; The practice-sensitive researcher. . Section 3: Journeying on professional practice: Using autobiographical narrative and reflection to link personal and professional domains; Students and educators learning within relationships; Becoming in professional practice: An exemplar; Transforming practice; Articulating practice; Whether the twain shall meet: Knowledge and practice in the education of health and human service professionals; Parallel journeys in professional practice; Developing creative arts expertise; Weaving the body, the creative unconscious, imagination and the arts into practice development. . Section 4 Reflections: Professional practice: Walking alone with others; Towards professional artisty and creativity in practice. Index.
£76.46
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Reflexivity A Practical Guide for Researchers in
Book SynopsisReflexivity is a popular tool used to analyse personal, intersubjective and social processes which shape research projects. It enables researchers, particularly within the qualitative tradition, to acknowledge their role and the situated nature of their research.Trade Review'...an excellent introductory text on the principles and practices of reflexivity' Qualitative Research in Psychology 'In an utterly accessible and compelling way, it has mapped out the terrain of reflexivity in qualitative research and invited other to continue the journey' Qualitative Research in Psychology Pre-Publication Review Comments I have enjoyed the reflexive journey very much, learned a lot and been excited to learn more. What else can one say of a well written and thought provoking book? . . . This is a book that is well overdue. I think it will attract a lot of interest – especially from those intrigued by methodology. I look forward to introducing my students to this text and I wish the editors every success. Vivien Hollis Professor and Chair, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Alberta, CanadaTable of ContentsContributors. Prologue. Part I: Introducing Reflexivity. Introduction;. Chapter 1. The reflexive journey, mapping by multiple routes;. Chapter 2. Deconstructing reflexivity;. Part II: Personal Reflexivity. Introduction;. Chapter 3. Necessary subjectivity: exploiting researcher's motives, passions and prejudices in pursuit of answering the 'true' questions;. Chapter 4. Three journeys towards reflexivity;. Chapter 5. Navigating multiple research identities: reflexivity in discourse analytic research;. Chapter 6. Doing reflexivities? Dilemmas in devloping a critically reflexive position using discourse analysis;. Chapter 7. Reflexivity as presence: a journey of self-inquiry;. Part III: Reflexivity Within Relationships. Introduction. Chapter 8. Through the looking glass: inter-subjectivity and hermeneutic reflection;. Chapter 9. Analysing the interviewer: the joint construction of accounts of psychotic experience;. Chapter 10. Reflexivity, 'bias' and the in-depth interview: developing shared meanings;. Chapter 11. Shifting researcher positions during a group interview study: a reflexive analysis and review;. . Part IV: Reflexivity Through Collaboration. Introduction. Chapter 12. Doing reflexivity: a collaborative, narrative approach;. Chapter 13. Shifting identities: the negotiation of meanings between texts and between persons;. Chapter 14. Researcher as storyteller and performer: parallels with playback theatre;. Chapter 15. Using reflexivity to looses theoretical and organisational knots within participatory action research;. Chapter 16. Holding up the mirror to widen the view: multiple subjectivities in the reflexive team;. Epilogue. Chapter 17: The next turn: reflexively analysing reflexive research;. Index
£65.50
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Beer
Book SynopsisThis important and extremely interesting book is a serious scientific and authoritative overview of the implications of drinking beer as part of the human diet. Coverage includes a history of beer in the diet, an overview of beer production and beer compositional analysis, the impact of raw materials, the desirable and undesirable components in beer and the contribution of beer to health, and social issues. Written by Professor Charlie Bamforth, well known for a lifetime''s work in the brewing world, Beer: Health and Nutrition should find a place on the shelves of all those involved in providing dietary advice.Trade Review"a very timely and interesting book...well-balanced...extremely readable...highly recommended". (Journal of the Institute of Brewing, Vol 111, No 2, 2005) "easy and pleasant to read for both specialists or beginners in beer science" (Cerevisia - Belgian Journal of Brewing and Biotechnology, Vol 30, No 3, 2005)Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgements. 1 Beer as Part of the Diet. Beer: a vice or a staple part of the diet? Getting beer into perspective. What is moderation? But what about addiction? Impacts on behaviour. 2 Beer Through History. Brewing travels west. Restraining excess. Religious origins. Maintaining standards. Beer: a nutritious dish for the whole family. Temperance pressures. Towards prohibition. 3 The Basics of Malting and Brewing in Relation to Product Safety and Wholesomeness. Chemical beer? Basic outlines of malting and brewing. Styles of beer. The chemistry of beer. 4 The Basics of Human Nutrition. Energy. Phytonutrients. Carbohydrate, fat and protein. Vitamins. Minerals. Fibre. Water. Balance. 5 The Composition of Beer in Relation to Nutrition and Health. Energy. Carbohydrate, fat and protein. Water. Vitamins. Minerals. Fibre. Comparison of beer with other foodstuffs for nutrient value. Potentially deleterious components of beer. Beer as a "treat". 6 The Impact of Alcohol on Health. The metabolism of ethanol. Direct and indirect impacts. The heart and circulatory system. The liver and the digestive system. The Reproductive system. Brain and cognitive function. Kidney and urinary tract. Age. Cancer. Allergy. The common cold. 7 Conclusion. References. Index.
£147.56
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Obesity and Weight Management in Primary Care
Book SynopsisObesity is undoubtedly the major nutritional disorder of the western world. It has such a major impact on mortality, morbidity and the quality of life that it most certainly merits consideration as a disease in its own right and should be managed as such. Obesity and Weight Management in Primary Care covers all the evidence on the disease of obesity which impacts both quality of life and health. It reviews the links to long-term illness, especially diabetes and cardiovascular disease, and dedicates much to the current management strategies and treatment of obesity. This book aims to make the task of tackling obesity less daunting for both patients and the health care professionals who treat them.Table of ContentsForeword. Preface. Acknowledgements. 1: Introduction and overview. 2: Epidemiology. 3: Causes of obesity. 4: The Autocrine, Paracrine and Endocrine Functions of Adipose. Tissue. 5: Obesity--a disease in its own right. 6: Beneficial effects of modest weight loss. 7: Management in clinical practice: a patient orientated approach. 8: Drug treatment in the management of obesity. 9: The Place of Surgery in the management of obesity. 10: The economic consequences of obesity. 11: Prevention of obesity. 12: Childhood obesity. . Appendix 1: Healthy eating. Appendix 2: Characteristics of successful weight management programmes. Appendix 3: Facts of fat. Appendix 4: Growth charts. Appendix 5: The Milan Declaration. Index
£41.75
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Health Communication
Book SynopsisHealth communication is key to promoting good population and individual health outcomes. As the field has developed, there is a growing need for a critical appraisal of the ideologies and theories underpinning health communication in order to ensure effective practice. This book clearly situates health communication within its social context. It provides a critical overview of three key disciplinary areas education, psychology and communication. Drawing on international examples throughout, the book challenges the underlying assumptions that drive the design and delivery of health promotion interventions. The authors argue that health communication is inherently political and pay close attention to issues of power, ethics and inequality throughout the text.This book will be valuable for those students at all levels who require a critical perspective, as well as practitioners in health communication and health promotion. With reference to detailed examples anTrade Review"This text provides the reader with a clear background to communication theories, models of communication, and education theory as well as an examination of key theoretical themes and perspectives on health communication. With the inclusion of discussions around new and emerging social media as well as social marketing techniques, Health Communication offers much to students as well as those working in health today."—Dr Ranjit Khutan, University of Wolverhampton"This is an original and good quality contribution to the literature. The authors are setting an important and new critical agenda, drawing together contributions from a variety of disciplines. The clear focus on the social construction of health and health related decision making encourages critical analysis of many of the 'taken for granted' assumptions about how to communicate successfully with people about health."—Dr Paul Reid, University of Central LancashireTable of ContentsAcknowledgements Part 1: Theoretical Perspectives Chapter 1: Introduction to Health Communication: Theoretical and Critical Perspectives Chapter 2: Communication Theory Chapter 3: Educational Theory Part 2: Key Topics Chapter 4: Psychological Theory Chapter 5: Methods and Media Chapter 6: Social Marketing Chapter 7: Health Literacy Part 3: Issues and Challenges Chapter 8: Challenges in Health Communication and Behaviour Change Chapter 9: The Politics of Health Communication and Behaviour Change Chapter 10: Looking to the Future References Index
£49.50
SPCK - Lion Books Alzheimers
Book SynopsisPractical, intelligent advice for carers and families coping with Alzheimer's.Table of ContentsContentsPart One: Something Has Gone Wrong 91. Bruised Reeds and Dimly Burning Wicks 10Alzheimer’s: A Family Affair 13Some Facts About Alzheimer’s 152. Searching for the Truth 18Historical Highlights 20Maybe It’s Not Alzheimer’s 22Don’t Neglect the Lab Tests 27The Mind Matters 29Having Your Head Examined 313. Facing the Facts 35Blowing Away the Myths 38The Aluminium Question 41Don’t Deny the Decline 42Six Reasons to Face the Facts 464. What’s Happening Upstairs? 51What Goes Wrong? 55Seeing the Symptoms 58Facing the Second Stage 60Part Two: Caring for Your Loved One 635. When Memory Starts to Fade 64The Faces of Memory Loss 65Simple Memory Joggers 69Maintaining People Awareness 71Thingamajigs and Thingamabobs 72Breaking Through the Walls 746. Emotional Fireworks 76Triggers for Catastrophic Reactions 76What to Do and What to Avoid 79Relying on Rituals 827. Always on the Move 84Sundowning 84Prone to Wander 87Leaving Home 928. Baffling Behaviours 97Hoarding 97Managing Mealtimes 100Losing Control 104Sexual Disinhibitions 1109. The Struggle for Safety 113Taking Away the Car Keys 113Home Safety 117Educate Yourself and Be Prepared 122When the Emergency is You 123Watching Over Your Loved One 125Part Three: Caring for Yourself 12710. People Who Help 128Support Groups 129Friends and Relations 134Little Ones 13811. Carer Support Systems 140Home Care 141Adult Day Centres 145Sheltered Housing 146 Residential and Nursing Homes 146Extended Care Facilities 147Other Alternatives 147Keep Searching 14812. Our Tangled Emotions 149Fears and Anxieties 150The Guilt Trip 153Good News 15613. Hot But Not Burned Up 158Anger at God 161Anger at Others 164Anger at Alzheimer’s 16614. Down But Not Out 169Facing Depression 171Role-reversals 172Searching for the Light 173Maintaining Physical Fitness 174Keeping Mentally and Emotionally Balanced 176Seeking Spiritual Support 179Finding Joy in the Wilderness 180Part Four: Saying Goodbye 18315. The Difficult Decisions 184Knowing When to Give Up Caring at Home 184What Are the Options? 188Looking for a Long-term Care Facility 191Additional Criteria and Resources 193How Do I Pay the Bills? 194Making That Difficult Decision 196Continuing to Care 197Continuing-care Issues 200The Post-mortem and After 201Consenting to a Post-mortem Brain Autopsy 204Making Medical Arrangements 205Knowing the Truth 20616. Blowing Out the Candle 207Caring for the Dying 207Emotional and Spiritual Support 211Brightly Burning Wicks 211Appendix A: Evaluating Long-term Care Options 213Appendix B: Other Dementias andRelated Disorders 219Appendix C: Research and Medications 228Appendix D: Useful Organizations and Resources 236Notes 246Index
£9.49
SPCK Publishing First Steps to Living With Dementia First Steps
Book SynopsisPractical advice for sufferers and carers on coping with dementia.Trade Review"Both of my parents suffered with Alzheimer's Disease. At times I felt overwhelmed and lost with the strain of it all and not knowing where to turn or who to turn to. If only I'd had Simon's book at my fingertips during those bleak years. It would have been a friendly, enlightening and informative guide through a very dark tunnel." -- Fiona PhillipsTable of ContentsForeword by Baroness Susan Greenfield 6 Introduction 8 1 What is dementia? 11 2 Symptoms of dementia 20 3 First steps to finding a diagnosis 29 4 At the memory clinic 39 5 Medical treatments 42 6 Natural and alternative remedies 48 7 Dealing with troublesome symptoms 62 8 Legal and financial help for those with dementia 72 9 Can dementia be prevented? 76 10 Some final thoughts 84 Appendix A: The brain made easy 86 Appendix B: Sources of help and advice 92 Appendix C: Useful resources 95
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Living Longer For Dummies
Book SynopsisExplains the aging process, and suggests ways to eat healthy, cope with diseases and medical emergenices, and maintain physical and psychological well-being in order to increase longevity.Table of ContentsIntroduction. PART I: The Mental and Physical Aspects of Living Longer. Chapter 1: What in the World Is Aging Anyway? Chapter 2: Getting Good Healthcare. Chapter 3: Exercising to Keep Your Health for Life. Chapter 4: Fueling Your Future with Good Food! Chapter 5: Getting Your R&R. Chapter 6: Using Alternative Medicine and Exercise Techniques. PART II: The Psychological Aspects of Living Longer. Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Brain Power and Engaging in Life "Sense-ibly". Chapter 8: Living to Work or Working to Live? Chapter 9: Sex Matters. Chapter 10: Building Your Last Nest. PART III: Handling a Health Crisis. Chapter 11: Understanding Your Role in an Emergency Situation. Chapter 12: Making the Hospital Work for You. Chapter 13: Surgery and the Older Patient. PART IV: The Part of Tens. Chapter 14: Ten Keys to a Long, Healthy Life. Chapter 15: Ten Reasons to Get Moving. Chapter 16: Ten Best Anti-Aging Diet Tips. Chapter 17: Ten Ways to Use, Not Lose, Your Mind. Chapter 18: Ten Guidelines for Taking Medications Safely. PART V: Appendixes. Appendix A: A Guide to Medicines. Appendix B: Common Conditions and Treatments. Index. Book Registration Information.
£11.69
John Wiley & Sons Inc Power Yoga For Dummies
Book SynopsisThis is a guide to power yoga - one of the fastest growing mind and body fitness trends by the world's foremost instructors of Ashtanga. They provide 30, 60 and 90 minute customized power workouts to promote flexibility, strength and endurance.Table of ContentsForeword. Introduction. PART I: Introducing Power yoga Basics. Chapter 1: Power Yoga in a Nutshell. Chapter 2: Powering Up Your Body. Chapter 3: Sharing Power with Your Mind. PART II: Preparing to Practice. Chapter 4: Embracing Power Yoga Everyday. Chapter 5: Getting the Skinny on Yoga Gear. Chapter 6: Finding a Yoga Teacher. PART III: Mastering the Basics. Chapter 7: Using Your Power Yoga Tools. Chapter 8: Unfurling the Lotus and Other Seated Poses. Chapter 9: Preparing with Powerful Warm-Ups. Chapter 10: Saluting the Sun and Linking Your Postures. Chapter 11: Taking a Walk in the Park: A Minimum Power Routine. Chapter 12: Following Buddha's Way: A Moderate Power Routine. Chapter 13: Engaging the Force: A Full Power Routine. Chapter 14: Dialing Down the Power. PART IV: Focusing on Specific Areas. Chapter 15: Bending Like Gumby: A Flexibility Workout. Chapter 16: Taking on Xena and Hercules: Strengthening Postures. Chapter 17: Riding with Lance Armstrong: Endurance Postures. Chapter 18: Pumping Up Like Arnold for Ripping Abs and Arms. PART V: Enhancing Your Practice. Chapter 19: Empowering Women. Chapter 20: Staying Young: Power Yoga for Seniors. Chapter 21: Practicing Yoga Adjustments and Working with a Partner. Chapter 22: Fueling Your Yoga Body. PART VI: The Part of Tens. Chapter 23: Ten Reasons to Turn On Your Power. Chapter 24: Ten Secrets for Mastering Power Yoga. Chapter 25: Ten Great Outdoor Practice Locations. PART VII: Appendixes. Appendix A: Yoga Vocabulary. Appendix B: Yoga Resources. Index. Book Registration Information.
£15.29
