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Book SynopsisTrigger points—tender, painful knots that develop in muscles and tissues—are a common cause of chronic pain. With more than a quarter of all Americans suffering from various types of daily chronic pain, it’s estimated that these hyper-irritated hardened masses are the primary cause of pain 75 percent of the time.   Sustained self-treatment is by far the most effective trigger point therapy. Pain Relief with Trigger Point Self-Help helps you understand and then treat your condition, leading to rapid, effective, and lasting pain relief. With full-color photos and illustrations throughout, it explains the physiology of trigger points and teaches you how to:  • Locate your trigger points and understand “referred pain”• Prevent trigger points from forming by making simple lifestyle changes, practicing proper body mechanics, and addressing nutritional deficiencies • Treat trigger points by applying pressure and doing simple stretches• Understand common pain conditions for each area of the body   Written for anyone wishing to successfully treat his or her own pain, the book is also an invaluable reference for any health-care provider whose patients suffer from either chronic or acute pain.

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Book SynopsisA hands-on guide for communicating with babies in their first six months and nurturing their physical, social, and cognitive development, Your Self-Motivated Baby shows parents and other caregivers how to interact with very young infants and understand what they are expressing in their movements. Color photographs throughout the book show babies' motivation in play and how subtle interactions build bonding and encourage development. Following advice from author Beverly Stokes, a seasoned developmental movement educator, adults learn how to relate to babies and communicate effectively with them. Beverly Stokes makes it clear that preverbal babies are giving cues for caregiver participation very early on; it's up to us to try to understand them better. By communicating with babies sensitively in the first six months of their lives, we help them to establish the foundation for a healthy, confident, and joyful life. Beverly Stokes is a leader in developmental movement education whose book Amazing Babies Moving has been translated into five languages and is used together with its companion video series in university graduate and undergraduate programs in early childhood education, somatic psychology, and parenting programs internationally. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her partner, Dr. Louis Stokes.

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Book SynopsisAre you ready to take control of your finances, no matter where the market goes? Join Lorilee Craker as she shares the time-tested Amish secrets to enjoying true abundance on a practical budget. When writer Lorilee Craker learned that Amish communities are thriving (not just surviving) during periods of economic downturn, she decided she had to find out why. Along the way, she found a treasure trove of tried-and-true financial habits the Amish have employed for generations that will forever change how you think about money.In Money Secrets of the Amish, Craker gives you the tools you need to: Use it up, wear it out, make do, or do without Repurpose, recycle, and reuse what you already have Find the value in delayed gratification and self-control Praise for Money Secrets of the Amish:"Money Secrets of the Amish is a practical, doable guide, and it's such fun to read. Lorilee's voice is as engaging and lively as ever, and the wisdom she shares from the Amish community is both inspiring and instructive. I just finished the last page, and my mind is buzzing with all sorts of ways to waste less, want less, and spend less."--Shauna Niequist, bestselling author of I Guess I Haven't Learned that Yet and Present Over Perfect

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPreface Acknowledgments Introduction/Rethinking Food and Medicine Part One/Food as Medicine 1 Healing Foods and Longevity 2 Dietary Prescriptions Part Two/Medicine as Food 3 Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods 4 Genetically Modified Foods and Drugs Conclusion/Eating and Medicating Notes Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisAn authoritative guide to natural childbirth and postpartum parenting options from an MD who home-birthed her own four children.Sarah Buckley might be called a third-wave natural birth advocate. A doctor and a mother, she approaches the question of how a woman and baby might have the most fulfilling birth experience with respect for the wisdom of both medical science and the human body. Using current medical and epidemiological research plus women's experiences (including her own), she demonstrates that what she calls 'undisturbed birth' is almost always healthier and safer than high-technology approaches to birth. Her wise counsel on issues like breastfeeding and sleeping during postpartum helps extend the gentle birth experience into a gentle parenting relationship.

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Book SynopsisBefore you get to meet your baby, you spend a swell (so to speak) nine months getting acquainted with your growing belly. The first pregnancy journal devoted 100% to you and your belly, The Belly Book is organized by trimester and includes pages for “time-lapse” belly photos and ultrasound images, as well as prompts for writing about morning sickness, food cravings, maternity clothes you never want to see again, and much more.Her books radiate fun the way tulips radiate spring: they are elegant and spirit-lifting.- New York Times Book Review

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Book SynopsisWhen it comes to sex, most of us want more. The question is: more of what? According to David Deida, when the depth of intimacy you've been experiencing is no longer fulfilling to your heart and body—when you sense that sexuality should go far beyond an embrace of brief satisfaction—the time has come to explore your unique sexual path to the divine. In Finding God Through Sex, this brilliant writer and internationally renowned expert on spiritual sexuality presents a revolutionary new way to love—one in which sex literally becomes an erotic act of devotional surrender, "making love, magnifying love, from the boundless depth of your heart through every inch of your body and in merger with your lover." Through provocative vignettes that illuminate the many moods that color lovemaking, and direct instruction that speaks honestly to the masculine and feminine desires within each of us, Deida brings wisdom gained from 30 years' work with thousands of couples to illustrate the distinct yet complementary avenues men and women can skillfully travel toward untamed passion and sacred unity. What unfolds is an unparalleled road map to the place where we "love as the cosmos loves: One loving itself as an other, yet remembering itself as One."

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Book SynopsisA new breakthrough idea about how to win customer loyalty from Matthew Dixon, the bestselling author of The Challenger SaleEveryone knows that the best way to create customer loyalty is with service so good, so over the top, that it surprises and delights. But what if everyone is wrong?In their acclaimed bestseller The Challenger Sale, Matthew Dixon and his colleagues at CEB busted longstanding myths about sales. Now they''ve turned to a new vital business subject - customer loyalty - with a book that turns conventional wisdom on its head.Companies devote untold time and resources trying to dazzle customers. Yet CEB''s careful research proves that is wildly overrated: loyalty has a lot more to do with how well companies deliver on their basic promises than on how dazzling the service experience might be. Forget bells and whistles and just solve your customer''s problems. The Effortless Experience lays out the four pi

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Book SynopsisFor the novice or experienced, The Property Developer’s Book of Checklists is packed with essential information, help and advice on every aspect of property development, so you can rest assured that you’ll have everything covered.Table of ContentsDraft of Checklists The following checklists will be arranged into thematic serctions: Buying and selling Financing Developing Starting a new development Regulations and Rules Project Management Troubleshooting, Rooms Completing a development Each checklist will feature 10 points, and where necessary the lists will be supplemented with budget charts, diagrams and flow charts. Subjects to be covered include Access and rights of way Accountants Architects Auctions and bidding Basements Bathrooms Boundaries Budgets Builders Building Regulations Buy-to-Let Buying Off Plan Capital Gains Tax Certificated and Guarantees Change of Use Conservation Areas Conservatories Contingencies Contracts Conveyancing Corporate Lets Council Houses Council Tax Damp Decorating Deposits Electricians Energy Efficiency Estate Agents Extensions Finding a property First-time Buyers Furnishings Garages and parking Gardens Garden grabbing Gazumping and Gazundering Grants and financial aid Health & Safety Regulations Home Information Packs Holiday lets Income Tax Infestation Inspection trips Insurance Interest rates Investing Abroad Joint purchases Kerb appeal Kitchens Land Registry Landlords Letting Agents Listed Buildings Loans Location Loft Conversions Making an offer and guide prices Mortgages Negative equity Neighbours Party Walls Period features Planning Permission Plumbers Private Purchases and Sales Property Management Project Managing Re-mortgaging Schedule of Works Searches Self-build Selling Setting up a company Solicitors Stamp Duty Structural engineers Structural problems Surveyors Surveys and valuations Target markets Tenants Trees Up and coming areas Unique selling points Utilities VAT Viewings Windows Zoning how to calculate return on investment - what is important? When budgeting, information about contingency for additional costs, such as tradesmen's parking planning for weather floors terraced houses - what are the implications? Fire regulations

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Book SynopsisA practical book shows how to use yoga therapy to balance feelings of anxiety and depression, providing plenty of poses and breathing techniques, a questionnaire to help readers gauge their levels of anxiety and depression, a handy troubleshooting chapter and 35 photos. Original.

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Book SynopsisFrom John Gray, author of the phenomenal multi-million copy bestseller Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus, comes the definitive book for men and women seeking lasting love in the face of modern pressures.Trade ReviewPraise for Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus: ‘The Daddy of all such studies’ The Telegraph ‘Devoted readers praise Mr. Gray as the saviour of their marriages and his book as the brick that finally knocks some sense into their mates’ Washington Times ‘When I was 21 and freshly dumped by Harry, my first really grown-up boyfriend, where did I turn but John Gray’s Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus? It was reassuring to know the reason I’d been dumped wasn’t because I was rubbish in bed’ New Woman ‘Men Are From Mars and Women Are From Venus has shed light on countless relationship problems, offering an explanation for many social inequalities… a hot topic of debate in households and offices throughout the world’ Eastern Daily Press

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Book SynopsisEquipping you with the knowledge and tools to become an effective case manager for your child, this book provides straightforward, practical instructions to create a comprehensive guide to your child's unique ASD profile. The individualized guide will:- Provide information about your child's unique profile for anyone who needs it- Serve as a toolbox and teaching template for your child's teachers and support team, with effective strategies to use with him or her- Be an instruction booklet for your child, helping him or her to thrive at home, school and in the community- Act as a case management road map to help you support your child and collaborate with teachers and service providers.The book includes checklists and worksheets, which can also be accessed online, so that you can easily create a personalized guide for your child with autism aged 5-14.Trade ReviewParents of a child with ASD have to navigate a new landscape of school support, therapy and family dynamics. They need information, explanations and practical strategies to traverse the new terrain and reach their destination of achievements and acceptance. This guide will become the 'go to' book for parents on their journey. -- Tony Attwood, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Minds & Hearts Clinic, Australia, and author of 'The Complete Guide to Asperger’s Syndrome'Take a journey with a wise professional and an exquisite case manager-mother. They lay out tools for you to use and customize for the child you parent and/or work with. Cornelia opens her heart honestly to share her journey and the two of them chart a course for you, overflowing with designs for a written guide and ways to organize the challenges of being an important adult to each unique child with ASD. -- Elsa Abele CCC SLP, Consultant in Pragmatic Language for Social CommunicationTable of ContentsAbout the Authors. Acknowledgments. A Note on Terminology. Foreword by Shonda Schilling. Preface. Introduction. Part I. What You Need to Know Before Using the Tools. 1. Embrace Your Case Manager Role. 2. Our Approach: How to Use This Book. Part II: Tools. 3. Understanding Your Child's Unique Profile. 4. Collaboration and Communication. 5. Routines and Schedules. 6. Behavioral Expectations. 7. Important Adults. 8. Managing Crises and Emotions. 9. Navigating Transitions and Changes. 10. Promoting Independence. 11. Pulling it Together. Conclusion. References. Recommended Resources.

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Book SynopsisUnderstanding sensory issues can be the key to overcoming them. Using this practical guide, individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) can begin to understand their sensory difficulties and learn how to create a tailored plan for overcoming specific everyday challenges.Learn how the senses work and how sensory systems can function differently for people with ASD, leading to sensory perceptual issues. What are the difficulties that can arise at work, college, home, or in public or cyber spaces? Practical strategies and creating a unique 'sensory plan', based on frequently encountered environments and situations, will help any adult with ASD to overcome these sensory difficulties.Trade ReviewFar too often, adults with autism and their experiences seem to be ignored or misunderstood. This book is refreshingly different, bringing interesting new perspectives to the under-explored area of sensory issues in adults. It is written in a way that makes complex topics accessible and, perhaps more importantly, conveys a sense of respect for adults on the spectrum (which is sorely lacking in many texts!). A must-read for adults on the spectrum and those who support them. -- Kirsten Hurley, Programme Coordinator, Autism Studies, University College CorkDiarmuid has been one of the biggest impacts on my life. Having Asperger's has affected me in different ways, ranging from the sensory aspects to the social aspects. My life has completely changed for the better, and the help I have received from Diarmuid has been outstanding. I would recommend this book for anyone on the autism spectrum. -- Cian Hutt, student with Asperger's syndromeIn his book, Diarmuid manages to explain a hugely complicated subject area in a way that is eminently readable and informative. He bridges the gap between science and the lived experience extremely well, with a healthy dose of suggested ways in which individuals might be supported. -- from the foreword by Dr Luke Beardon, The Autism Centre, Sheffield Hallam UniversityTable of ContentsIntroduction. 1. The Sensory Systems. 2. Sensory Difference in ASD. 3. The Sense Memory Emotion Paradigm. 4. School and College Spaces. 5. Public, Social and Work Spaces. 6. Private Spaces and the Home. 7. Intimacy and The Senses. 8. Cyber Space. Conclusion. Bibliography.

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Book SynopsisUnravelling the complexities of relationships and sexuality, this straight-talking guide will help you to navigate the associated social, emotional and physical issues. Expert advice and real life examples give you the knowledge to reflect on your own sexuality, provide you with information on different types of relationship, and gives you the confidence to decide which type of relationship is right for you. Together with important information on sexual health, this book will help you to understand how to find and maintain a relationship of your choosing in a safe and enjoyable way. Exploring the often unspoken rules of sex and relationships, this book also covers often unaddressed topics, such as: · what sexual attraction looks and feels like · how to identify your own sexual identity and preferences (and how they may change) · what your rights are, and how to stay safe · having children, or choosing not to, the impact of this on relationships · how to recognise power imbalances within relationships, and what to doTrade ReviewAll too often in life and literature autistic people are cast as sexless, childlike beings. In fact, this could not be further from the truth. The Autism Spectrum Guide to Relationships and Sexuality addresses this by providing a highly useful guide for adults on the autism spectrum which focusses on practically everything related to relationships, dating and sex. I would have found this book particularly helpful when I was a young adult coming to terms with my gender identity and sexuality and starting to have my first experiences of sexual relationships.The book is completely free of any kind of judgement or moralising. It is respectful and inclusive of the various sexualities and gender differences that people have. The book includes detailed information on a number of topics which autistic adults will find useful, such as different types of sexuality, starting relationships, dating, sexual pleasure and ending relationships. The text is subtle and nuanced, providing information on some complex topics such as people whose sexuality changes over time and how that can impact on their partner. Few topics are left out so it really is a one-stop-shop for adults on the spectrum wanting to gather some useful strategies and understanding around the topic of relationships. -- From the foreword by Jeanette Purkis, autism advocate, public speaker and author of Finding a Different Kind of Normal and The Wonderful World of WorkThe Autism Spectrum Guide to Sexuality and Relationships is a solid guide...Powerful, easy-to-read and practical advice providing knowledge and strategies for people with autism. -- Ioannis Voskopoulos and Labrini Ioannou, PsychologistsTable of ContentsForeword by Dr Wenn Lawson. Foreword by Jeanette Purkis. Introduction. 1. Overview of Relationships and Sexuality. 2. Gender. 3. Types of Sexuality. 4. Types of Relationships. 5. Understanding Your Own Sexuality. 6. Understanding the Sexuality of Others. 7. Sexual Relationships. 8. Non-sexual Relationships. 9. Starting Sexual Relationships. 10. Sexual Relationships in Real Life. 11. Meeting Online and Transitioning to Real Life. 12. Ending Relationships. 13. Reasons Why You Should End Long-term Relationships. 14. Maintaining Long-term Relationships. 15. Sexual Activity and Sexual Pleasure. 16. Sexual Activity By Yourself. 17. Sexual Activity with Someone Else. 18. Having Children (Your Own and Others') and How this Affects Relationships. 19. Choosing Not to Have Children. 20. Physical and Mental Health and Relationships. 21. Physical and Mental Health and Sexual Activity. Summary.

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Book SynopsisMeet Megan - a young girl who has an anxiety disorder. Megan invites readers to learn about anxiety from her perspective, helping them to understand why she sometimes feels anxious and how this affects her thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Megan talks about techniques she has learnt to help manage her anxiety, and how people around her can help.With illustrations throughout, this will be an ideal way to explore anxiety difficulties. It shows family, friends and teachers how they can support someone who experiences anxiety and will be an excellent way to start a conversation about anxiety, in the classroom or at home. Suitable for readers aged 7-12.Trade ReviewThis clearly-written, short book provides valuable information for family members, friends and teachers of children who are experiencing anxiety problems. It includes excellent and helpful summaries about different types of anxiety and suggestions about why some children develop anxiety problems and the type of treatment that might help. -- Susan H Spence, Professor, School of Applied Psychology and Australian Institute of Suicide Research and Prevention, Griffith UniversityMegan, who is ten, has serious anxiety problems... She explains about other kind of anxieties... There is advice for parents, friends and teachers on how they can help, a reading list (mostly american books) and a list of websites in the UK, the US, and Australia. This is one of a series of excellent information books on various health problems and disabilities, and should be of great help to children, their families and friends. -- Healthy Books blogWith illustrations throughout, this will be an ideal way to explore anxiety difficulties. It shows family, friends and teachers how they can support someone who experiences anxiety and will be an excellent way to start a conversation about anxiety, in the classroom or at home. -- In Our Hands blogTable of Contents1. Introducing Megan who has anxiety problems. 2. What is anxiety?. 3. What is generalised anxiety?. 4. What is separation anxiety?.5. What is social anxiety or social phobia?. 6. Other types of anxiety?. 7. What I do when I get anxious. 8. How my body feels when I get anxious and how the anxiety affects my life at home. 9. How the anxiety affects me at school. 10. How the anxiety affects my friendships. 11. Why have I got anxiety?. 12. How I got help. 13. Treatments for anxiety: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). 14. Other treatments for anxiety: Medication. 15. How family and friends can help. 16. How my teachers can help me at school. 17. Other problems related to anxiety. Recommended reading, organisations and websites.

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Book SynopsisMost workplaces are a frenzied swirl of social interaction - between employees and bosses, customers and clients, and anyone else present. People with a mental framework better suited to non-social tasks can often be overlooked and underutilised in such an environment, but this book explains exactly how those with Asperger Syndrome can get their talents recognised and become successful and indispensable employees.Following the DSM system and an easy to use format, Ashley Stanford addresses all of the issues that can arise once a person with AS secures employment, through the eyes of both employee and employer. Describing what might be expected of any employee, she offers helpful tips and workarounds not only to enable AS individuals achieve their fullest potential, but to take advantage of their strengths. In a positive and upbeat tone, she shows that with the right supports and strategies, it is possible to overcome the day-to-day challenges that trip up even the most savvy Aspie, including negotiating pay rises, employer/employee relationships, team meetings, career advancement, and choosing when to take vacation time. Drawing on her experience as CEO of a computer software company, she also suggests steps that employers and managers can take to improve the working environment for people with AS, and take advantage of their strengths to enable them to become outstanding employees. Business for Aspies will help people with AS take steps towards achieving happy, fulfilled and above all successful working lives. It will be of key interest to the employers, managers, partners, and families of people with AS.Trade ReviewDescribes expectations of employers, provides tips to help AS individuals succeed at work, and provides a positive tone in discussing strategies. Business-oriented concerns from pay raises and team meetings are also surveyed in a guide that is simply packed with nuggests of financial wisdom geared to Aspie employees. -- The Midwest Book ReivewA powerful pick for any Asperger adult who wants details on how to handle the working world - and for employers who hire them - makes this a dual recommendation for business and health collections alike. -- The Midwest Book ReviewOverall, I categorize business for Aspies as a good self-help business book. It is written by a businesswomen, not a psychologist, and it's plenty of hints and common sense to help aspies to succeed at work. Indeed, I think that many of the hint she ;proposes are also applicable in other real life situations.The structure of the book, based on 42 separate best practices, and the non-technical language used, makes Business for Aspies a very readable and practical book, that can be read from beginning to end or be used as a reference book for selected topics. -- iautism.infoThis book explains how those with Asperger's syndrome (AS) can get their talents recognised and become successful and indispensable employees. -- Human GivensStanford is expert at finding solutions that only someone who has intimate experience with aspergers is likely to do. She offers straightforward but not obvious advice on how to organise one's physical environment for those with executive function problems... I love this book as it is clear, constructive and realistically positive. -- ASTeensOne of the most brilliant suggestions she makes it that of "Quiet Posture" - meaning a body posture that doesn't indicate any emotion at all. This can neutralize any negative feeling in the workplace and greatly reduce the chances of that person being misunderstood for being angry or sad, when he is feeling just the opposite, but indicating otherwise. She also stresses the importance of keeping hand gestures calm and "small", to reduce social difficulties in the workplace. These are thing I never thought about and I felt as though my brain was getting larger as I read this... In addition, she suggests some neat cognitive strategies, such as using "brain space", to compartmentalize one's day and one's tasks... The Best Practices are numbered, making them available to the reader for easy reference, which makes this a reverence book, also... The survival strategies that she suggests, such as getting enough sleep, creating a nest, or cosy living or work space, and being aware of food sensitivities, such as allergies to gluten, are all common sense approaches that don't cost much, if anything and can be done at anytime, to make one's life better!... This is the best book on employment for people with AS or HFA that I have seen and it should be in every library! -- Newsletter of the Autism Society of MichiganIn a positive and upbeat tone, she shows that with the right supports and strategies, it is possible to overcome the day-to-day challenges that trip up even the most savvy Aspie, including negotiating pay raises, employer/employee relationships, team meetings, career advancement, and choosing when to take vacation time. Drawing on her experience as CEO of a computer software company, she also suggests steps that employers and managers can take to improve the working environment for people with AS, and take advantage of their strengths to enable them to become outstanding employees. Business for Aspies will help people with AS take steps towards achieving happy, fulfilled and above all successful working lives. It will be of key interest to the employers, managers, partners, and families of people with AS. -- The International Centre for Autism Research and EducationThe accessibility of Business for Aspies is a testament to Stanford's sixteen years as a technical writer. After each behaviour, she offers a series of "best practice". Ostensibly addressing the aspie employee, the practices not only manage the specific behaviour but also identify its inherent strengths to the employer. -- Fore Word Reviewsthis is a very useful book, even for people who have no intention of working, or for partners of people on the spectrum, as there is a wealth of details and anecdotes showing how potentially difficult situations can be dealt with, both at work and at home... I think this is a very useful book for employees, employers, colleagues and support workers. I expect everyone will find something new here. -- Asperger UnitedTable of ContentsPreface. Introduction. 1. Baseline Starting Point for Building Your Career. Many Undiscovered Talents . Underestimating Aspies. Does Asperger Syndrome Limit You? The Flip Side of the Coin. 2. Executive Function. Organization Matters - Your Desk, Your Brain. When the Solution Is Avoiding the Problem. Now You See It; Now You Don't. Organization of Events. Organization of Tasks. Beyond Organization - Maslow's Pyramid for Aspies. 3. Social Interaction on the Job. Best Practice 1: Engaged and Safe. Best Practice 2: The Easier Friendship - Co-Workers. 4. Eye Contact and Reading Faces at Work. Best Practice 3: When Less Is More. Best Practice 4: Relaxing Your Eyes - Face Muting. Best Practice 5: Training Your Eyes - Mapping the Blank Face. Best Practice 6: The No Face-Time Flexibility Rule. Best Practice 7: Building Skills for Ultimate Flexibility - Removing the Pressure for In-Person Work. 5. Body Postures and Gestures on the Job. Best Practice 8: "Quiet" Posture. Best Practice 9: Mimic Other Successful Professionals. Best Practice 10: Professional Restrictions to the Rescue. 6. The People You Work With . Best Practice 11: The Back-Stabber, the Drama Queen, and the Glory Hog. Best Practice 12: Your Relationship with Your Boss. Best Practice 13: "Get a Life!" 7. Do I Enjoy My Job? Best Practice 14: Make Your Enjoyment Obvious. Best Practice 15: Test Check for Happiness on the Job. Best Practice 16: Avoiding the Biggest Pitfall - Abdicating Free Will. Best Practice 17: Career Trajectory. 8. Your Most Valuable Traits . Best Practice 18: Know Your Strengths. Best Practice 19: How You Help Your Team Focus. Best Practice 20: The One Who Retains His Job When the Rest Are Fired. Best Practice 21: Respecting Yourself . 9. Your Position in the Company - Building It and Keeping It. Best Practice 22: Behaving Like the Boss, i.e. Someone Well-Paid. Best Practice 23: Ask for Help - The 42 Best Practice Notebook. Best Practice 24: Brainspace. Best Practice 25: Securing Your Job and Scoring a Raise. Best Practice 26: Motivation Matters. Best Practice 27: The Halo Effect - Avoid It. 10. Issues of Flexibility and Routine. Best Practice 28: Stability . Best Practice 29: Loyalty. Best Practice 30: Trust. Best Practice 31: Keeping the Machine Running. 11Your Sensory System at Work. Best Practice 32: EveryBODY Needs Something Different. Best Practice 33: Building Support. Best Practice 34: Channeling Sensory Needs into Career Needs. 12. Unique Aspie Preoccupations on the Job. Best Practice 35: The Manager and the Builder. Best Practice 36: Neurotypical Meetings and Aspie Survival. Best Practice 37: Well-Rounded Is Not the Goal - Let Your Freak Flag Fly. 13. Who You Are at Work. Best Practice 38: The Thoughtful Pause, a Sign of Wisdom. Best Practice 39: Shift Expectations Internally and at Work . Best Practice 40: Creating a Trustworthy Persona at Work. Best Practice 41: When "Othering" Happens at Work. Best Practice 42: Asserting Your Opinion Confidently Without Being Labeled Narcissistic or Otherwise Unpleasant. 14. Safety, Survival, and Ultimate Success. The Safety Point. Survival Toolkit Top 10. Aspie Bill of Rights - General. Aspie Bill of Rights - Workplace. Summary. References. Further Reading. About the Author. Index

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Book SynopsisAlongside the world of everyday reality, the young child develops a rich imaginary world of child art, make-believe play, imaginary friends, fairy tales and magic. This book charts the imaginative development of children, conveying the importance of art-making, pretense play and fantasy in early childhood years, and highlighting the potential that imaginative behaviors hold for cognitive, affective and aesthetic development.Divided into three parts, the book begins by examining the development of child art and how children express themselves through art. Part two looks at make-believe play and suggests ways that these methods of play can be utilized effectively in play therapy. Finally, the author explores children's perceptions of fantasy and fiction as expressed in dreams, story-telling and magic. The Creation of Imaginary Worlds highlights the significance of imaginary worlds in children's lives, their role in fostering creativity and abstract thinking, and how adults can gain valuable insights into children's cognitive and emotional well-being.This enlightening book will be of interest to students of child development, art therapists, play therapists, counselors and child psychologists, as well as parents, teachers and anyone else who wishes to gain a better understanding of childhood imagination.Trade ReviewThis is a perceptive and well researched study of children's art and imaginative play and their relationship to child development. It is scholarly but very readable.The book's first section traces the development of child art from the early stages to adolescence, while the second section charts the evolution of play from infancy onwards... The third section has a useful discussion of dreams, nightmares, storytelling and the emotions, describing the role of imaginative play in confronting fears and exploring emotions.The book is informative and helpful. A rich and well-developed imagination has a lasting effect on the child's sense of self and emotional wellbeing. The study helps parents to understand and to nurture the child's imaginative development; it is enlightening and reassuring. -- HEAS BulletinIn this beautifully written book, Claire Golomb produces an eloquent account of three extraordinarily important practices that constitute an envisaging of children's pursuit and construction of imaginary worlds. Golomb, a noted psychologist and researcher, puts forth a compelling introductory text that works to provide parents, educators, and students of early childhood development with a persuasive and articulate rendering of the unwavering grasp that worldmaking has on young children, and the developmental trajectories, milestones, and slippages that compose the landscapes of their enduring quests for the alternative. Reading this book is like listening to a gifted storyteller; Golomb's seamless writing style moves you in and out of theoretical terrains, but in ways that refrain from the imposing weight and limitations of an overly esoteric writing style. Amidst the rise and fall of Golombs' narrations there is a healthy balance of imagery and transcription that further emphasizes and carries forward the thoughts and problematics that are generated throughout the text. -- International Journal of Education & the ArtsThe appearance of a new book by Claire Golomb is always important to educators, especially those concerned with the developmental dimension of children's art from early infancy through childhood. This highly accessible book is a very good introduction to children's art in many of its forms.''What remains invaluable in this book is the obvious delight the author takes in the art of the child, and the importance, in developmental terms, she attaches to it. Children's art, in all its forms is shown to be a spontaneous outpouring of expression, representation and symbolism (no matter what contemporary curriculum guides tell you its all about), and as such deserve the most attuned and sensitive support. Claire Golomb's book is essential reading. -- John Matthews, University of PlymouthThis book successfully highlights the significance of imaginary world in children's lives and their role in fostering creativity, critical and abstract thinking. This book therefore, provides practitioners with invaluable insight into children's cognitive and emotional wellbeing. -- eye (early years educator)this book provides interesting insight into the way in which childhood art, play, dreams and storytelling are a visual representation of their psychological development and also provide important tools to help them deal with complex emotions. -- Young Minds MagazineTable of ContentsList of Plates. List of Figures. Preface. 1. The Evolution of Child Art. Representational art and early models. Child art blossoms. The socio-cultural milieu. 2. Play: A Wellspring of the Imagination. Antecedents and the emergence of pretense behavior. Symbolic play. Make-belief play flourishes. The socio-cultural milieu. Play therapy. The school-age child and beyond. 3. Between Fantasy and Fiction. Dreams. Daydreaming or waking fantasy. Story telling. Fairytales. Magic. Concluding comments. 4. Epilogue. Notes. Further Reading. Index.

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Book SynopsisDo you need help dealing with your child's tantrums, inappropriate behavior or communication issues? Then this is the book you've been waiting for.Based on the principles of the Miller Method, this book is filled with effective tips for solving behavioral issues promptly in day-to-day situations. Miller's insights, compiled here and expanded upon by Theresa Smith, are based on an understanding of the cognitive and sensory needs of children with autism and how this can underlie certain disordered behaviors. This practical how-to guide will help you to identify causes of distress, foster friendships, increase focus, toilet train, stop tantrums and handle inappropriate conduct.This will provide essential daily support to parents, families, carers and teachers of pre-adolescent children on the autism spectrum. The book is targeted toward the most affected ASD children.Trade ReviewInspired by the cognitive-developmental theory of psychologist Dr. Arnold Miller, Dr. Theresa C. Smith has written a much-needed guidebook for expanding the communication, social, and problem solving skills of children with autism spectrum disorders. With heart-warming anecdotes and humorous “intermezzo”, Dr. Smith offers keen insight into the disordered perceptions and sensory sensitivities which evoke challenging behaviors and impede adjustment. More importantly, the book offers a treasure chest of surprisingly simple, yet highly effective strategies to help children navigate around underlying obstacles and make better sense of a chaotic environment. I highly recommend this invaluable resource to parents and caregivers, or anyone else for that matter, who wants to establish a genuine relationship and make a meaningful difference in the life of a child on the autism spectrum. -- Michael J. Kowalski , Principal and School Psychologist, Crossroads School, Westfield, New JerseyDr. Arnold Miller's name is known to many in the field of ASD through his writings about the need to harness the drives, obsessions, and compulsions of these youngsters transforming them into interactive exchanges that build communication and resilience. His interesting ideas and integration of theory and practice have appealed to many over the years. One problem has been a difficulty in translating his thoughtful and creative ideas into specific treatment approaches. Now this problem has been addressed with this new book by one of his long-time parent collaborators who describes 101 different intervention ideas and integrates them with the theoretical foundations that Dr. Miller and his followers thought were so important. What this book adds to Dr. Miller's appealing theory is many practical and easy to apply strategies that have proven successful in implementing his ideas and these practical activities will be of great interest to his long-time followers and newcomers to his ideas alike. -- Gary B. Mesibov, Ph.D. Professor Emeritus, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill101 Tips for Parents of Children with Autism is an outstanding contribution to the field of autism spectrum disorders and fills the gap that currently exists in cognitive developmental therapeutic approaches to understanding and working with this population of children. The book will appeal to parents, teachers, clinicians, therapists and other professionals working with children on the autism spectrum. As a professor in a Faculty of Education, I will certainly introduce this text in my coursework for its generalizability to educational and clinical contexts. Congratulations to Dr. Theresa C. Smith for honoring Dr. Miller's legacy and capturing the essence of over 40 years of work. -- Dr. Sonia Mastrangelo, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Education, Lakehead University, Orilia Campus, Ontario, CanadaThis is an American book written by a parent of a child with autism who has read extensively around the subject... The book is a practical guide to accompany The Miller Method, a developmental approach used with children with autism....The strengths of the book are that it gives a lot of clear and practical suggestions for dealing with all the concerns parents of a child with ASD may have, including such things as communication difficulties, sensory concerns and challenging behaviours. Almost every behaviour or problem parents would have ismentioned, along with some accompanying ideas for management.... The book would certainly provide a good resource for teachers, therapists and parents. -- Kirsty Gilmour, Pediatric OT, The Evelina London Children's Community * Children, Young People & Families Occupational Therapy Journal *Table of ContentsPrologue. Preface: A Few Words from Dr. Paul Callahan. 1. Reaching Children on the Autism Spectrum with the Miller Method. 2. How to Capture Your Child's Attention, Increase Focus and Develop Coping Skills. 3. How to Maximize Communication. 4. How to Expand Interactions. 5. Identifying Causes of Distress for ASD Kids. 6. How to Stop a Tantrum and Re-establish Equilibrium. 7. How to Foster Friendships. 8. How to Increase Family Connections. 9. A Few More Tips for Parents. 10. Conclusion. Afterword from Ethan Miller. Appendix 1. How You Can Toilet Train Your Autistic Child with Help from Your Doctor. Appendix 2. If You Want to Know More. Glossary of Miller Terms. Short Bibliography. Index.

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Book SynopsisLose at least 5lbs in 5 days with Jason Vale's newest, easiest and most effective juicing programme ever.Jason Vale aka The Juice Master and the man responsible for turning around the lives (and diets) of celebrities and top athletes from around the world has designed a brand new programme to reshape and reinvigorate your body in just 5 days. Lose the weight you've always dreamed of without restricting what you can eat or drink at the weekend.The culmination of over a decade's worth of research, 5lbs in 5 Days is a new and fresh approach to juicing and the ultimate guide to kickstarting rapid and healthy weight loss, boosting your energy levels and motivation, and maintaining optimum health.Follow Jason's plan and you'll lose at least 5lbs in 5 days (the average is actually 7lbs) and be recharged on both a physical and a mental level.Packed full of juicy recipes and tips for getting started, it's simple to start and straightforward to follow. Start juicing today!

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Book SynopsisA child is coming – whether you approve or not it's time to get with the program!If someone you care about – a family member, co-worker, or close friend – has recently announced that their family will be growing through adoption, you may have questions. After all, unless you have personally experienced adoption, you may know very little about how adoption works and what it means. Are you worried that your loved one may face disappointment? Do you find yourself wondering exactly what your role is going to be in the child's life? Does the term "open adoption" confuse and concern you? Just what are the privacy boundaries for families built by adoption: what is it okay to ask about?Adoption Is a Family Affair! will answer all of these questions and more, offering you information about who can adopt, why people consider adopting, how kids understand adoption as they grow up, and more. This short book is crammed full of the 'need to know' information for friends and families that will help to encourage informed, happy and healthy family relationships.Trade ReviewTired of foolish comments about adoption from your family and friends? If so, Adoption is a Family Affair by Pat Johnston was designed for you. This introduction to the pitfalls, misconceptions, and issues around adoption is intended to be a basic “Adoption 101" for your parents or for anyone else new to the idea of adoption. As prospective adoptive parents immerse themselves in the adoption process, they may not have time or patience to explain their new way of thinking and findings to their parents or friends. Sometimes it just feels too overwhelming to correct all of society's common assumptions and misapprehensions. Pat's emphatic no-nonsense style can be a useful tool toward opening a dialog about these issues which are inherent in adoptive families in our society. Adoption is a Family Affair provides a basic education on the psychological aspects of adoption and the adoption process. … Adoptive parents and prospective adoptive parents who are coping with “adoptism” (that is, the belief that adoption is a second best way to be a family) will find Adoption is a Family Affair a useful resource. -- Adoption Book Review NewsletterDon't you wish that there was an easy way to explain the how's and why's of adoption to your parents and the other members of your family? Adoption Is a Family Affair will make them feel like they've sat down with a close friend to have a coffee klatsch about adoption. This book's conversational tone and wealth of information will turn them into adoption experts! -- Nebraska Children's Home SocietyThis is a great book covering the basics of adoption. It focuses heavily on discounting myths and misconceptions, and presenting clear explanations of often confusing concepts and practices. A wonderful book for those from whom we need support and encouragement. -- Adoption@About.com's Top Five Books About AdoptionAdoption Is A Family Affair! What Relatives And Friends Must Know is specifically written to correct commonly held myths and misconceptions about adoption and adopters. One example is the wide spread myth that people often conceive after adopting because they then “relax” and things just happen naturally. The truth is that only 5% of those who adopt will spontaneously conceive after adopting — the same percentage figure as for those infertile couples who do not adopt! Adoption Is A Family Affair! is very highly recommended reading for prospective adopters, and for their friends and family as well! -- Midwest Book Review/Internet BookWatchThis book is designed for grandparents and family members of people going through the process of adoption. It is a short but very helpful guide. Much of the practical information relates to processes in the US, but also briefly covers processes in the UK and other countries... written by people who have experienced the challenges of supporting their children as they go through the adoption process... Each section has recommended further reading, and this book would make an excellent resource as well as a useful gift for the grandparents to be. -- Youth in MindTable of Contents1. The Announcement. 2. Your Personal, Private Fears. 3. Turning Loss into Gain. 4. How Adoption Works: The Facts vs. Myths. 5. Getting Ready. 6. Home at Last! 7. Parenting in Adoption. 8. Adoption Issues through a Lifetime. 9. Expanding the Family Culture. 10. Special Issues. 11. Adoption and the Rest of the World. 12. How You Can Learn More.

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Book SynopsisThis practical guide to running music therapy groups with senior citizens provides effective strategies that encourage therapists to be creative and engaging, and involve participants fully in the music-making process.Ideal for those working with older people in assisted living or nursing care homes, the book covers initial assessment, setting measurable goals, and evaluating progress; discusses current music therapy techniques; and offers an improved plan of intervention. The author explains how to choose or create music that is accessible to this age group, designing strategies that utilize cognitive, motor, social-emotional, and music skills to the fullest. The book provides useful original music and shows readers how to compose their own songs that relate to the experiences of the group they are working with, emphasizing shared common interests and enjoyment in the moment.Trade ReviewI am delighted to find a book which acknowledges that group music with older people can be much more than a sing-along. Anyone who has suspected this, but feels that they don't have enough musical training to set up therapeutic music groups, should be encouraged by reading it. -- PlusAs well as being fun, these are powerful means of communication at a deep emotional level. -- Caring TimesAs Pinson engages one in a lively discourse about therapeutic interactions with older persons, the reader is prompted with practical, step-by-step ways to facilitate meaningful music-making by seniors. This book delivers the what, when, where, why, and how all within the context of an animated conversation. -- Anita L. Gadberry, PhD, MT-BC, Director of Music Therapy, Marywood University, and Regional Liaison for North America, World Federation of Music TherapyInvolving Senior Citizens in Group Music Therapy is a manual which gives detailed guidance on how to best engage with „senior citizens? in care homes... He uses a conversational style, quoting amusing anecdotes from his own experience at times, which makes light reading of most of this bookHe also gives examples of actual songs in the appendix... The songs themselves are engaging, rhythmically and melodically varied but also simple and it is easy to see that they would appeal to older people, indeed, to most people who like music. -- Johannes Gramich, Social Worker, Mental Heath Services for Older People, Cardiff & Vale University Health Board * Signpost *The author clearly has years of experience that have created his own personal stance on what is good musical work in this context, and his text demonstrates a confidence in how to do it... The strategies relate predominantly involvement in the larger structures of group singing... A very welcome second edition, or follow-up text, to this book might include much more specific musical guidance on the strategies and techniques of accompanying multiple group members... Pinson's book will be welcomed by many practitioners who seek guidance in doing this work a little more - dare I say it - joyfully. -- Stuart Wood, Head of Music Therapist for the Barchester Nardoff Robbins Initiative * British Journal of Music Therapy *Table of ContentsPreface. 1. Overview of the Senior Population. 2. Assessment, Goals and Objectives. 3. Current Music Therapy Interventions. 4. An Improved Plan of Intervention. 5. The Welcome Song. 6. Structured Motor Strategy. 7. The Question/Answer Song. 8. The Closing Song. 9. Composing Your Own Songs. 10. Including the Fun Factor. 11. Self-Assessment and Conclusion. Appendix: Musical Examples of Songs Discussed in the Text. References. Bibliography. Index.

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Book SynopsisIs transracial adoption a positive choice for kids? How can children gain their new families without losing their birth heritage? How can parents best support their children after placement? Inside Transracial Adoption is an authoritative guide to navigating the challenges and issues that parents face in the USA when they adopt a child of a different race and/or from a different culture. Filled with real-life examples and strategies for success, this book explores in depth the realities of raising a child transracially, whether in a multicultural or a predominantly white community. Readers will learn how to help children adopted transracially or transnationally build a strong sense of identity, so that they will feel at home both in their new family and in their racial group or culture of origin. This second edition incorporates the latest research on positive racial identity and multicultural families, and reflects recent developments and trends in adoption.Drawing on research, decades of experience as adoption professionals, and their own personal experience of adopting transracially, Beth Hall and Gail Steinberg offer insights for all transracial adoptive parents - from prospective first-time adopters to experienced veterans - and those who support them.Trade ReviewThis is an excellent book that does not gloss over the very real issues of transracial adoption. The authors work hard to give white parents a real understanding of the very different perspective their children will be growing up with, and how vital it is that they acknowledge the struggles their children will face and become their educated allies in dealing with them... Throughout the book, the needs and best interests of the children are the priority. The authors give many examples to show the perspectives of children of transracial adoption and give parenting strategies that are healthy, positive and loving... I highly recommend "Inside Transracial Adoption" for all families who have adopted or are considering adopting transracially/culturally, as well as for adoption professionals and adoptees. -- Alicia Baker, Mankato Attachment Parenting, ExaminerAs experienced parents who adopted transracially, Beth and Gail have once again provided adoptive parents with information, examples and approaches that are both practical and useful. As respected professionals, they have created a resource and overview of topics that can be used by agencies in preparing parents for transracial/cultural adoptions. -- Joseph Crumbley, LCSWAdoption can have many complex layers, and with interracial adoption there are the added nuances of race, culture and identity. As a Korean adoptee I have lived this experience. As an adoption professional for thirty years, I have witnessed the transformation of priorities for transracially adoptive families. Parents must explore and understand these issues to successfully navigate the challenges and fully embrace the differences that families live with every day. Inside Transracial Adoption is the bible of resources on this subject, written by two experts it has been my pleasure to work with and learn from. This is the book I most often recommend to anyone considering adoption, adoptees and adoption professionals. There is wisdom for everyone who cares about transracial adoption and the children and adults who come together as transracial families. -- Susan Soonkeum Cox, Vice President Policy & External Affairs, Holt International Children's ServicesWhile largely aimed at an American audience, this book explains how to become an ally and advocate for your transracially adopted child/ren. The authors offer invaluable insight into parenting transracially through adoption. They never lose sight of the reality of racism and the need to help transracially adopted children to name, externalise, and depersonalise racism, as well as build links with their community of birth. Central is the idea that we must really listen to our children, validate their feelings and experiences, challenge racism, and equip them with the skills to do so. Inside Transracial Adoption contains a wealth of tips and guidance for adoptive parents and social workers whether in the USA, UK, or elsewhere. -- Dr. Perlita Harris, Goldsmiths, University of London, Editor of The Colours in Me: Writing and poetry by adopted children and young people and In Search of Belonging: Reflections by transracially adopted peopleTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Section 1. Unpacking the Challenges of Transracial Adoption. 1. Our Perspectives on Transracial Adoption. Section 2. Racial Identity. 2. Racial Identity Development. 3. Confronting Racism and Our Own White Privilege. 4. Breaking the Racial Sound Barrier. 5. Seeking Diversity. 6. Handling Outsiders' Questions and Comments. Section 3. Family Matters. 7. Strengthening Family Identity. 8. Transracial Parenting Strategies. 9. Birth Family. 10. Extended Family. 11. Siblings In/By Adoption. 12. Religious Choices and Beliefs. Section 4. Through Development's Lens. 13. Infants. 14. Preschoolers. 15. School-agers. 16. Tween and Teens. 17. Our Children Are Our Children Forever - Even As Adults. Section 5. Specifics in Focus. 18. Building a Foundation. 19. Building Hope and Pride. 20. Cultural Specifics. 21. Adoption Specifics. Section 6. Parting Thoughts. 22. Embracing Our Strengths. Index.

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Book SynopsisWe can all get angry from time to time but when it gets out of hand it can have a serious impact on many aspects of our lives. As well as having an impact on our physical and mental health and our ability to engage in healthy relationships, it can also potentially have an enormous impact on society. The media is rife with stories of domestic violence, tragic stories of shaken babies, road-rage incidents and bullying.Mounting evidence suggests that all this anger can be harmful to us in a number of different ways. As well as the enormously damaging impact chronic anger can have on our relationships with other people, it is being linked to health problems such as cardiovascular disease and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and mental illnesses such as depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This invaluable self-help guide will enable the reader to recognise their personal anger problems, gain an understanding of what lies behind their anger, and use techniques based on Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) to deal with their anger more effectively. CFT was initially developed by Professor Paul Gilbert, author of The Compassionate Mind, to treat those with high levels of self-criticism. It uses the proven, research-based techniques of CBT and other therapies with a special focus on the importance of developing inner compassion, in order to alleviate feelings of shame, develop a more balanced outlook and promote resilience. It incorporates elements of mindfulness and Tibetan Buddhism with recent research on human development and studies of the brain. It is increasingly used to treat a wide range of emotional and psychological problems including depression, overeating, shyness, trauma, anxiety and anger.Trade ReviewA ground-breaking, helpful and insightful guide to managing anger. -- Professor Paul Gilbert, author of The Compassionate Mind

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Book SynopsisThose who have been bereaved are in need of support, and groupwork is an effective way in which people can come together and support each other in a trusted environment. This book provides a practical introduction to setting up and facilitating bereavement support groups, giving facilitators the confidence to run a group. It guides the reader through all the stages of setting up a group, and examines different types of facilitation and the skills needed. Case studies illustrate different types of group, such as closed, time-limited groups and open groups, with a discussion about the potential of online groups. Chapters also cover group dynamics, handling challenging situations, and overcoming problems that may arise. This accessible book helps to make groups successful for both participants and facilitators, and is a valued source of information and guidance for those working with bereaved people, including hospice and hospital staff, counsellors, trainers, managers and social workers.Trade ReviewHere the author gives us numerous practical tips on checking in and out, being respectful, using humour, managing dominant group members, handling silences, working with reluctant participants, and managing strong emotions... Each chapter is interspersed with snapshots of real scenarios - these illustrate actual happenings in a group and/or suggested wording for tricky situations. There is also a case study of a closed group and another of an open group. Even present are specimens of helpful paperwork including an excellent example of a list of ground rules... This very readable book is an excellent practical guide for anyone thinking of setting up a bereavement support group. -- Bereavement Care...the perfect resource for practitioners who are considering setting up and facilitating a bereavement support group. Here you will find the comprehensive guidelines, information, tips, advice and resources you need, as well as very clear messages on the importance of good preparation and clear ground rules as the bedrock of ethical and safe practice. -- Therapy TodayThe book provides guidance in setting up and facilitating a new bereavement support group. It is an honest book that highlights not only the highs and joys experienced by Dodie but also the pitfalls and lows that she has experienced through the years providing the reader with a balanced guide in setting up a new bereavement group... This book provides clear guidance for people setting up a new bereavement support group... This book would be suitable for new bereavement support groups and is written in such a fashion that it would benefit both the facilitator of the group and also the participants. -- Nursing TimesIt is an excellent practical guide. -- Ministry Today UKFor those thinking of setting up a group this book is invaluable, offering many examples and helpful advice. -- Survivors of Bereavement by SuicideThis book is a clear guide to assist people embarking upon setting up a bereavement support group. As the range of situations in which a group may take place is considerable, no one size can fit all. Dodie Graves shares honestly with the reader her learning gained over many years of experience; what has worked for her and what has not; the joys and rewards, and some of the difficulties encountered. Setting up and Facilitating Bereavement Support Groups will be useful for people new to setting up and running groups, as well as offering fresh ideas to more experienced practitioners. -- Una Smale, Counsellor and group facilitator, Highland Hospice, Inverness.Table of ContentsIntroduction. 1. Setting Up a Bereavement Support Group. 2. Thinking About Facilitating a Group. 3. Different Groups that Operate. 4. Managing Dynamics in the Group. 5. Pitfalls Along the Way. Conclusion. Appendix 1. An Example of a Support Group Three Fold Leaflet. Appendix 2. An Example of an Evaluation Questionnaire. Appendix 3. An Example of a Facilitator's Record. References. Further Reading. Useful Resources. Index.

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Book SynopsisIn this comprehensive yet accessible guide, Brian Draper, a leading expert on Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, describes the symptoms, treatment and management of dementia. Covering everything from assessment and diagnosis to drug and psychosocial treatments, community and residential care options, assistive technology, support for families and other caregivers, ethical and legal considerations, end of life decisions and the latest research and treatment developments, the book provides a complete road map for those supporting someone with dementia, in either a personal or professional capacity.The book will demystify dementia and increase understanding about why it occurs, current treatments and therapies and how it may be managed. Filled with useful information and advice, it will be an invaluable resource for relatives and carers, and a useful reference on the desk of any professional working with individuals with dementia.Trade ReviewBrian Draper's writing style provides a coherent, comprehensive guide to everything you ever wanted to know about dementia but were afraid to ask. It is full of useful information and advice... Overall, the volume provides a clear and coherent account of the state-of-the-art of dementia care and on this basis is highly recommended to all those colleagues with an interest in or responsibility for the care of persons with dementia. -- Margot Lindsay, Research Department of Mental Health Sciences * European Journal for Person Centered Healthcare *Table of ContentsPreface. 1. What is Dementia? 2. Prevention of Dementia - General Strategies. 3. Prevention of Dementia - Strategies for Individuals at Risk. 4. The Symptoms and Course of Dementia. 5. Types of Dementia. 6. Dementia Assessment. 7. Drug Treatments. 8. Psychosocial Treatments. 9. Family and Other Caregivers. 10. Community Care Services. 11. Residential Long-term Care. 12. Ethical and Legal Issues. 13. The Future. Appendix I: Telephone Helplines. Appendix II: Websites with Information About Accessing Services in Canada, Ireland, the UK and the US. Appendix III: Books for Carers. Glossary. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisA forefront psychologist and a New York Times science writer draw on a landmark study linking will power to glucose levels, identifying the pivotal roles of healthy eating and sleeping in achieving personal goals while outlining strategic recommendations for establishing self-control habits. Reprint.

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Book SynopsisGreen juices and smoothies are the go-to drink of the moment. They are fantastically healthy, packed with vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. And they're also much better for you in terms of sugar content and balanced energy levels. Christine Bailey takes green juicing to a whole new level. Supercharged Green Juice & Smoothie Recipes is an amazing collection of feel-good drinks using the latest range of superfoods to nourish and revitalize your body. Packed with nutrient-rich, health-boosting ingredients, each juice or smoothie contains at least one supercharged ingredient. These boosters include superfood powders such as acai berry powder (one of the most concentrated sources of antioxidants) or collagen powder supplement (brilliant for your skin), sea vegetables, seeds, bee products, berries, herbs and tinctures. Use the handy reference section at the back to quickly find recipes that will help you to lose weight, maximize energy levels, boost the immune system, combat ageing and look amazing. There is also a 2-day power-charged Superfood Juice Diet plan to set you on your way to looking fabulous as well as feeling great. Nutritionist and best-selling author Christine Bailey shows you how easy it is to make daily juices and smoothies, and explains the benefits of using green juices and supercharged ingredients for extra weight-loss and health-giving properties.

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Book SynopsisLori Gottlieb suggests the unthinkable: what if she, and single women everywhere, need to stop chasing the elusive Mr Perfect and instead opt for Mr Good Enough?Trade Review‘If it’s a conventional happy ending you want…then I urge you to take heed of what Lori Gottlieb has to say.’ Charlotte Metcalf, Daily Mail. ‘Wow, has this one divided the Grazia office! Romantics versus Realists…’ Grazia Daily ‘She’s certainly on to something…’ Ed West, Daily Telegraph ‘Part The Rules and part Malcom Gladwellian sociopop, Mr Good Enough is surprisingly, unnervingly convincing.’ Oprah Magazine ‘We cut our coat according to our cloth in life and should do exactly the same in love. Of course, the miraculous thing about opting for Mr Second Best is that the moment you open your heart to the possibility of loving him…you’ll wonder why you didn’t realise he was a top of the range model all along.’ Vanessa Feltz, Daily Express ‘What Lori Gottlieb is saying isn’t subversive - it’s smart. A thoroughly entertaining reality check, it will make single women laugh and squirm, and married people appreciate their spouses even more.’ Diablo Cody, Oscar-winning screen writer of Juno.

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Book SynopsisStruggling to locate and remember the extended meridians?This guidebook and colouring book allows you to colour and draw along the path of each meridian, supporting visual learning. An effective revision tool for students of Zen shiatsu, it includes 39 double-page spreads with anatomical meridian drawings and tips on locating the meridian and the points. Appropriate treatment positions are also covered, with photographs illustrating the positions for the arms and legs. There are blank anatomical drawings at the back of the book for you to freely colour and draw on to aid your understanding and memory of the extended meridians, which are notoriously tricky to locate and remember. Colour drawings showing the multiple meridians in relation to each other are included at the back of the book for reference.Trade ReviewStudying the Masunaga meridian extensions can be a daunting prospect for many Shiatsu students. This book will provide you with an invaluable guide to learning the meridian extensions - allowing you to access all the meridian functions in any part of the body. You will be guided by two experienced therapists and teachers who have generously incorporated many tips alongside the invaluable drawings and photographs. Completing this book will be an exciting and rewarding journey. -- Clifford Andrews, Co-founder of the Shiatsu College UK and Director of the newenergywork projectWhat a long overdue learning tool for students, practitioners and teachers alike! The meridian locations are clearly described, with useful memory tips and treatment tips. The drawings are clear and a magnet for those of us who love to colour in. The colour diagrams towards the end reinforce and consolidate the learning journey and are easy to understand. Where was this book when I was a student? -- Carol Dean MRSS(T), Principal, Northern School of ShiatsuThis book is a great help when learning the extended meridians. A perfect guide book for the adventure of discovering what and where they actually are. Colour them, feel them, locate them. -- Wilfried Rappenecker, co-author of ‘The Atlas of Shiatsu’Table of ContentsForeword by Carola Beresford-Cooke. About the book. How to use this book. A note on stretch positions. LUNG meridian (LU). LARGE INTESTINE meridian (LI). STOMACH meridian (ST). SPLEEN meridian (SP). HEART meridian (HT). SMALL INTESTINE meridian (SI). BLADDER meridian (BL). KIDNEY meridian (KID). HEART PROTECTOR meridian (HP). TRIPLE HEATER meridian (TH). GALL BLADDER meridian (GB). LIVER meridian (LV). Coloured illustrations. Blank drawings. Reference/Further reading.

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Book SynopsisWe want all the babies and children to grow up in a world with as much health, wealth, and happiness as possible. The way the world is heading at the moment, the experts are saying that our wishes for our children may not be possible. So if you are not already an environmentalist, then jump on the bandwagon and take a ride. It will only benefit every person on the planet!In Sprout Right, registered nutrition consultant Lianne Phillipson-Webb clearly explains simple nutritional steps to influence the health of your baby from conception to birth, what a breastfeeding mom should be eating to fortify nature's perfect food, what to look for in a formula, and everything you need to know about starting your baby on solids with ease and confidence.Phillipson-Webb also explains how the Sprout Right approach allows baby's digestive system to mature, hopefully lessening the potential for allergies and reactions, and then progress to family food in the toddler years. Packed with es

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Book SynopsisLearn how to achieve the happiness you deserveA guide to sustaining your newfound contentment. —Psychology TodayLyubomirsky's central point is clear: a significant portion of what is called happiness . . . is up for grabs. Taking some pages out of the positive psychology playbook, she coaches readers on how to snag it. —The New York Review of BooksYou see here a different kind of happiness book. The How of Happiness is a comprehensive guide to understanding the elements of happiness based on years of groundbreaking scientific research. It is also a practical, empowering, and easy-to-follow workbook, incorporating happiness strategies, excercises in new ways of thinking, and quizzes for understanding our individuality, all in an effort to help us realize our innate potential for joy and ways to sustain it in our lives. Drawing upon years of pioneering research with thousands of men and women, The

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Book SynopsisThis book provides a remarkably revealing picture of your total personality, by going beyond the simple twelve Sun signs and combining them with the twelve Moon signs. Sun Sign, Moon Sign gives you a deeper insight into your own-and your friends'' and family''s-true personality, and leaves you truly astounded at just how accurate astrology can be!Contents:Find your Sun and Moon signs instantly with the easy-to-use tables. Learn the characteristics of each of the 144 Sun-Moon combinations. How the different Sun-Moon personalities behave in love, and their greatest strengths and weaknesses. Discover the personality secrets of your friends and family. Analysis of the Sun-Moon personalities of famous people.

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Book SynopsisCutting edge research from a leading consultant cardiologist. High blood pressure is on the increase and is expected to rise by 24% in developed countries, affecting one in three of the world's adult population by 2025. As it is, hypertension is already a fact of life for around half of people in the UK over 65, and for some 70% of those in their 70s. It has a strong correlation with obesity and diabetes, levels of which are also soaring, and is strongly linked to lifestyle factors such as lack of exercise, fatty diets and high salt consumption. On the positive side, lifestyle modifications can be very effective, and even small changes can be beneficial. This book looks at how blood pressure is diagnosed and treated.

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Book Synopsis Exam Board: CEM Level & Subject: 11+ Verbal Reasoning Cloze Suitable for the 2024 tests Give your results a boost using 11+ targeted practice questions Boost your child’s 11 Plus test performance using Collins 11+ Practice Workbooks. 60 practice tests are focused on building cloze skills (choosing appropriate words to complete a sentence or passage) ahead of the 2023 CEM 11+ Verbal Reasoning test Tests include Cloze Wordbank tests, Sentence tests and Select the Word tests Children will practise answering challenging 11 Plus questions under timed conditions, just like the real thing Helpful tips throughout are designed to improve exam performance and time management A score sheet is provided to track results over multiple attempts Answers are included to help check progress Guidance for parents available to help you support your child and ensure success For more in the Collins 11+ CEM range, try our Targeted Practice Workbooks for Problem Solving (9781844199228), Arithmetic (9781844199211), Vocabulary (9781844198993) and Comprehension (9781844199013). Previously published as Letts

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Book SynopsisUsing exercises and techniques developed over ten years of teaching a popular series of workshops at the Chopra Center for Well Being, Dr Deepak Chopra shows readers how to see parenthood from a very different perspective. Magical Beginnings, Enchanted Lives uses meditation, yoga, dietary guidelines, natural remedies, visualization, journaling and drawing to enhance the experience of pregnancy and birth for both parents and baby. Also included are practical strategies to prepare the parents for labour and delivery, caring for the newborn child and enjoying parenthood. By applying established techniques from Deepak Chopra's internationally famous mind/body approach to the experience of pregnancy, childbirth and early infancy, Magical Beginnings, Enchanted Lives adds previously unexplored dimensions of physical health, joy and insight to elevate one of life's primal experiences to the realm of the miraculous.Trade ReviewThe rock star of the new spirituality * Guardian *The poet-prophet of alternative medicine * Time *A world leader in mind-body medicine * Eve *Deepak Chopra is the pioneer of alternative medicine * Bill Clinton *One of the foremost scientists and spiritual thinkers of our time * Here's Health *

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Book SynopsisThe idea behind the Paleo, or ''caveman'', diet is simple - eat the food we humans were genetically and biologically meant to eat, as our hunter-gatherer ancestors once did, and we can all experience near-effortless weight loss, increased vitality and greatly improved health. But does it really make sense to restrict yourself to the limited range of foods available to our ancestors? Although we share a lot in common with them, we each have our own genes, tastes and health goals.In this groundbreaking book, leading expert Chris Kresser offers his unique solution - a 3-step plan that will fit your body, your lifestyle and your specific health issues. Start by following the basic Paleo plan for 30 days and enjoy a satisfying diet of lean meat, fish, non-starchy vegetables, some fruit, nuts and seeds but avoid grains, dairy, sugar and refined foods. After this 30-day plan, Chris helps you re-introduce certain foods in moderation to find out what agrees with you and what doesn''tTrade ReviewWe humans might all run on the same basic physiological equipment and follow the same laws of biochemistry, but our varied experiences and journeys and choices throughout life change our relationship to those foundations. With Your Personal Paleo Diet, Kresser heeds the evolutionary ties that bind us together while showing us how to design a healthy, personalized lifestyle that acknowledges our differences Mark Sisson, author of the bestseller, The Primal Blueprint There is no 'one size fits all' approach to health, but how do you know what works best for you? Thanks to Chris Kresser's Your Personal Paleo Diet, now your ideal health plan is easy to create and implement. Kresser's detailed step-by-step action plan will teach you how to eat better, sleep better, move more, and stress less-and helps you tweak your approach until it's just right. Dallas & Melissa Hartwig, New York Times bestselling authors, It Starts With Food If every physician memorized this book and used it as a major adjunct to their practice, the world would be a healthier, happier, and more productive place. I can't wait to implement everything I learn from Chris. The book is yet another testament to how much he still has to teach me and other physicians. Kirk Parsley, M.D., Former: SEAL, Physician for West Coast SEALs, Division officer for SEAL Tactical Athlete Center Chris Kresser is the most knowledgeable clinician in the paleo/ancestral health scene. He has helped thousands of people, often with the most complex cases. The Personal Paleo Diet condenses Chris' vast knowledge and clinical experience to help you look, feel and perform your best. Robb Wolf, New York Times bestselling author of The Paleo Solution Chris Kresser is a leading voice within the Paleo nutrition community for his objective, balanced, and evidence-based approach. In Your Personal Paleo Diet, Chris has done the heavy-lifting for you by pulling together all of his best advice in one place. Whether this is the first you're hearing of it, or you already follow a Paleo type of diet, this book will support your deeper understanding the approach and outline a clear-cut plan for your transition Diane Sanfilippo, New York Times best-selling author of Practical Paleo

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Book SynopsisStress is very much part of life in the 21st century, and has overtaken the common cold as the major reason for taking time off work. But while we cannot avoid life''s pressures, we can influence the degree to which they affect us, and how we react. This book will show you how.It examines why we become stressed, how the stress response is unique to each of us and why stress, particularly when combined with fatigue, can create a vicious circle that has serious implications for our long-term health. So, what''s the answer? As you''ll discover, there is no single solution; instead the authors suggest a unique blend of practical solutions that include:* Uncovering your stress triggers and stress response* Learning how to reframe negative beliefs* Effective time management that includes relaxation and fun* Becoming more resilient by tuning up your stress hormones * Utilising the power of sleep and exercise* Beating the sugar and stimulant trap* Fue

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Book SynopsisSafeguarding Children and Schools explains how schools are able to contribute to keeping children safe from harm and promoting their welfare, in line with Government Every Child Matters guidelines.The contributors, who are all experts in the field of child protection, put the potentially daunting task faced by schools in context, explaining relevant policy, the latest research findings and offering practical examples to help schools to be more proactive and meet their responsibilities successfully. Areas discussed include the roles of local education authority services and schools in child protection, working with particularly vulnerable or difficult children, the relationship between safeguarding and the curriculum, and training school staff to safeguard children.At a time when expectations of the role of schools are evolving, this book provides guidance and support for teachers, managers and social care professionals.Trade ReviewThis book is thoughtful, insightful and well-researched. The contents move from the background issues associated with safeguarding children and schools, to the practical considerations of this work and the all-important training necessary to ensure a school is safeguarding children to the best of its ability. It was easy to understand and is an indispensable guide for any school that aims to make its pupils feel safe and nurtured. -- Professional Social WorkTable of ContentsPart 1: Safeguarding and Schools Policy. 1. Placing Schools at the Centre of Safeguarding Children. Mary Baginsky. 2. The Role of the Local Authority in Safeguarding Children. John Guest .3. Integrated Community Schools and Social Inclusion. Ken McCulloch and Lyn Tett. Part 2: Safeguarding and Schools Practice. 4. Pupils who are `In care': What can schools do? Felicity Fletcher-Campbell. 5. Safeguarding Disabled Children. David Miller and Ann Raymond. 6. School Responses to Children with Harmful Sexual Behaviour. Simon Hackett and Abi Taylor. 7. Child and Adolescent Health Services in Schools. Graham Music. 8. Counselling in Schools. Susan McGinnis. 9. The Curriculum and Safeguarding. Yvonne Coppard. Part 3: Safeguarding and Schools Training. 10. Training School Staff to Safeguard Children and Young People. Enid Hendry and William Baginsky. 11. Training to Safeguard: The Australian Experience. Louise Laskey. 12. Conclusion: Every School Matters. Mary Baginsky. Appendix: Talking to Children about Every Child Matters. Emma Westcott. Index.

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