Health & Wellbeing Books

Book SynopsisDiagnosed with type-2 or non-insulin dependent diabetes in 1996, Gretchen Becker educated herself on every aspect of this chronic condition by reading medical books, talking with doctors, listening to her own body and using the Internet to communicate daily with other people with diabetes. Now, as a patient-expert, she guides all those newly diagnosed through everything they need to learn and do in the crucial first year after diagnosis. This indispensable guide simplifies but never patronises and offers a wider approach than any so far adhered to by doctors. It answers all the questions that assail the newly diagnosed: How to cope with daily maintenance? How to make sense of the terminology about measurement of blood-glucose levels? How to build self-knowledge and confidence? How, overall, best to adjust to life with diabetes.Trade ReviewThe most practical and useful guide to diabetes that I have ever seen. Gretchen Becker understands how diabetes feels and what diabetics need to know. * Richard Podell, Clinical Professor, UMDNJ-Robert Wood Medical School *

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Book SynopsisThis unique collection of medical stories approaches its theme from many eras and perspectives. Some of the authors included were themselves physicians, notably Chekhov, Conan Doyle, Somerset Maugham and William Carlos Williams. Bulgakov, too, draws on his own experience as a doctor in rural Russia a century ago, while Anna Kavan's story from Asylum Piece, takes a surreal look inside a Swiss psychiatric clinic, and Lorrie Moore's witty, grief-stricken Mother in 'People Like Us Are the Only People Here' examines the feelings of a parent with a child in the Paediatric Oncology war - 'Peed Onk'. Maupassant, Stevenson, Kipling, Conrad, Graham Greene, O. Henry, J. G. Ballard, Robert Heinlein, Dorothy Parker, Jhumpa Lahiri and Alice Munro all feature. Doctors observe patients; patients observe doctors. Nurses go about their important business, not always appreciated. Not quite everyone is healed. The meaning of illness - does it have any? - and of life itself, is called into question - and all in the most entertaining way imaginable.

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Book SynopsisThe rewards you can reap from exploring this amazing planet are incalculable. Every year, more and more of us are discovering the joy, the excitement, the sheer sense of adventure in roaming the world.But travelling, particularly to the more remote and volatile corners of the globe, can be a dangerous business. If you don''t prepare properly by looking for potential hazards and learning how best to deal with them you may wish you''d never started out.Written by international security expert Lloyd Figgins, using his experience of over 80 countries, The Travel Survival Guide is a unique new travel guide and essential reading for anyone planning an overseas trip, whether on business, as a tourist or gap-year traveller.If you want no-nonsense, easy-to-follow, practical advice on how to recognise the warning signs, how to prevent problems and cope with emergencies (should they occur), this is the book for you.

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Book SynopsisPractical advice and invaluable lessons for everyday life from a former Royal Marines Commando. Mark Hardie MBE has trained Royal Marine Commandos for operations in the world’s harshest environments. In this inspirational guide he shows that being part of an elite fighting force doesn’t only take stamina and strength, it takes the right mindset. Once you can take charge of your mind, you can unlock your potential. Whether you are heading into battle or facing the challenges of modern life, there are marine training techniques that will help you to think clearly, grasp the situation at hand and achieve your goals. Building on the author’s own first-hand experience of operations and training Royal Marines, the book covers: Learning what you can and can’t control, when to use intuition and analysis. How to remove distractions, avoid procrastination and maximise your efficiency. How to increase your strength with equipment-free exercises. How to take charge of stress, sharpen your senses and learn essential survival techniques. Discover what makes a good leader and learn how to manage conflict. How to make decisions, solve problems and employ the commando spirit in your everyday life. Highly illustrated and easy-to-follow, this book is suitable for all ages and all walks of life. When you can anticipate, adapt and achieve, you can Think Like a Marine.Trade Review‘Mixes the practical and the theoretical to good effect to help readers, including businesspeople, be prepared as they can be for (almost) everything’ * Superlobby Community Newsletter *

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Book SynopsisYoga brings not only a suppleness to the body but also a sense of spiritual and physical well-being to those who practice it. Featuring over 170 postures from the main schools of yoga, The Yoga Bible is the ultimate, comprehensive guide to practicing yoga and finding a mental and physical balance in life. The book encourages yoga beginners and experts alike to find a yoga sequence that suits their personal needs and abilities.Table of ContentsPart One Introduction Part Two The Practice Preliminary Practices Standing Postures Seated & Floor Postures Twists & Abdominal Toners Arm Balances Backbends Inversions Relaxation Pranayama Seals--Mudras Internal Energy Locks--Bandhas Yogic Cleansing Practices--Kriyas Part Three Yoga With a Special Focus Part Four Finding Your Yoga Glossary Index

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive guide to yoga, its history, philosophy and how to incorporate the practice into your everyday life.Expert yoga practitioner Lucy Lucas offers fresh insight into the history, philosophy and science of yoga, helping you to truly understand its ancient wisdom.Includes more than 50 step-by-step sequences.CONTENTSChapter 1: What is Yoga?Including The history of yoga and Yoga philosophyChapter 2: How Yoga WorksIncluding How we move and why it matters, How yoga impacts upon the brain and A guide to posesChapter 3: How to Live Your YogaIncluding A practice for hip strength and mobility, A gentle flow for boundaries and Letting in more of the good

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Book SynopsisWhether we realise it or not, everyone and everything, from the rolling of the tides to the balance of emotions in our bodies, is influenced by the moon. Moon Yoga is your guide to harnessing the moon's energy to lift and balance your life through mindful movement.Yoga is both a physical practice and a spiritual one. Expert yoga instructor Lisa Hood provides insightful guidance on how to shape a spiritual practice that channels the moon's energy to stimulate vitality, creativity, productivity and relaxation. Whether you work through a whole flow, focus on one pose, or just work through a breathing exercise, aligning your body and your mind in a moment of spiritual connection with the moon can help you centre yourself, even if just for a few moments in the middle of a busy day. - Learn about how each phase of the moon brings a different energy into your life.- Move with the moon with yoga positions and flows that draw on the energy of each of the nine lunar phases.- Adjust your practice seasonally with practices for each of the full moons of the year, such as the Wolf Moon, Flower Moon and Corn Moon.- Find rituals to carry you through the cycles of the moon.With uplifting mantras and rituals to provide grounding, strengthened intuition and mindfulness beyond your physical practice, Moon Yoga gives you all the tools you need to move in sync with the moon.

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Book SynopsisProtect, maintain and boost your positive energy around the clock.Power Up brings together multiple popular self-care and wellbeing practices in one place: how to cleanse and protect your aura; the power of daily affirmations ad mantras; how breathing techniques can help you feel engaged and energized; and the ability to change the narrative by using visualisation and manifestation.With bitesized exercises that are easy to incorporate into busy schedules, tips on little boosts to help pick you up throughout the day, and a handy Daily Energy Clock, Power Up will help create positive habits which are easy to stick to for a lasting impact on your daily energy levels.

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Book SynopsisWondering about life, finances, or career? Consult the runes and awaken your intuition - insight garnered from runes can be applied to many facets of life.Runes have long been used as tools for transformation, they can teach you about the power of nature. By working with the runes and learning to understand your connection with the universe and your place within it, you will have no choice, but to grow on all levels.Find Your Power: Runes is a rich source and guidebook to help you take steps towards personal growth and self-empowerment, within these pages you will learn about the history of ancient runes and how to read and interpret them. Unlock the magic for yourself and begin your journey to your best life.

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Book SynopsisDiscover how to use the Law of Attraction - the principle that like attracts like - to shift your thinking and change your reality.Have you ever wondered what it will take to find someone who really loves you? Or how to remove financial blocks and achieve future success? To manifest, is to create your life as you want it to be, putting your intentions out to the universe and attracting the things you want. Manifesting Love and Prosperity explores how to manifest successful relationships and a prosperous life. It will show you effective and easily accomplished rituals - both ancient and contemporary - from money charms and angelic help to setting the right goals and intentions, that will teach you how to identify issues from the past, to heal yourself and move forward.Featuring case studies that demonstrate how others have manifested love and prosperity in their lives, you'll learn how to use the Law of Attraction to attract the success you deserve for your future self.

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Book SynopsisUnravel the hidden healing powers within you and reconnect yourself with the energetic world of chakras.What are chakras? Chakras are our body's spiritual centres, full of vibrating, healing energy. Have you ever felt isolated, detached or lacking in self-esteem, then you may have a blocked energy centre, destabilising the flow of all the other energy centres in your body, or chakras.For a very long time, Eastern philosophy held crucial answers. Find Your Power: Chakra is an essential guide to your wellbeing. With the tools provided, a comprehensive knowledge and proper directions, you will finally be able to tap into your life's energy and connect to the world and bring harmony and balance to your daily life.

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Book SynopsisAn essential guide to building empathy for others and reminding yourself that you are also worthy of it as well. This practical book is all about boosting the feel-good factor and sharing the love. It doesn't matter who you are, or where you are in your life right now, there is no-one quite like you and that is worth celebrating! This little book shows you how to shine your light by building empathy for others, developing a deep well of compassion and being kind, to yourself and to those you meet. It may seem as though the world continues to divide itself into factions, but with the tools in this book, you will learn everything you need to center yourself, remain true to yourself, and bring joy to those around you. Be Glorious, Be You offers tips, techniques and exercises based on mindfulness, meditation and self-care that will boost your esteem, so that you feel truly nourished and cared for. Consider it your essential gu

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Book SynopsisIt is widely known that crystals are beautiful objects, but did you know that they''re also potent healing tools? With so many varieties of crystals on the market, how do you know where to start, and which crystals are right for you?From the leading crystal expert Judy Hall, The Little Box of Crystals to Heal the Mind, Body and Spirit provides essential information on how to choose, use, cleanse and program key crystals, each suited for a specific area of your life. With Rose Quartz for improving relationships, Citrine Quartz for raising your self-confidence, or Selenite for strengthening spiritual practices, this crystal box has it all.The Little Box of Crystals to Heal the Mind, Body and Spirit contains 4 tumbled crystals and a 96-page booklet featuring profiles on different crystals, organised into chapters such as Crystals for the Body, Crystals for the Heart, Crystals for the Mind and Crystals for the Spirit.Crystals included:Citrin

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Book SynopsisTransform your life through shadow workShadow work involves delving into your subconscious to meet and heal your ''shadow self'' - the ''darker side'' of your personality. This often includes aspects of your self that you have repressed out of fear and shame because they do not conform to the environment around you. However, the memories we repress do not simply go away. Our emotional reactions and behaviour in the present day are often influenced by past experiences. For example, if you are often quick to become frustrated, angry or defensive, then this may be a sign that you need to address your shadow side.With clear explanations, simple exercises and journal prompts, this pocket-sized guide is the perfect book to help you address, accept and overcome your shadow. You will find that shadow work helps you:- Become more self-aware, and better understand your emotions, insecurities and triggers- Gain self-confidence and self-acceptance- Form he

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Book SynopsisWhat if changing the way we breathe can change the way we live?Breathing is perhaps the biological process to which we pay the least attention - but it''s the most fundamental. Noticing and controlling our breathing sits in the overlapping section of a Venn diagram between mindfulness and yoga, between science and the spiritual, and chiefly between high-minded theory and practical solutions.Breathing - unlike many forms of complementary therapy - requires no special equipment or space. All you need is the willingness to turn your attention inward for a moment or two.Featuring beautiful illustrations and simple exercises, this is the perfect little book to help you:- Draw on sacred yoga practises and theories of mindfulness- Rise and shine by analysing your mornings- Clear your channel of information and see clearer- Beat stress using breathwork- Learn how to slow down and make time for yourself

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Book SynopsisThe world does not need another diet book. But what it does need, is a book that explains how to achieve and maintain a stable, healthy weight.With easy-to-understand chapters, focused firstly on why it is so easy to gain weight, and then how to effectively keep it off; this is an essential guide for anyone looking to take control of their weight in a safe and sustainable way.Combining their expert guidance with practical and accessible tips for making a change today, Dr Mike Dilkes and Alex Adams share the many life-changing reasons why we shouldn't be focusing on how to lose weight but instead, how to stop gaining it.

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Book SynopsisFor readers of Being Mortal and When Breath Becomes Air, the acclaimed co-founder of Death over Dinner offers a practical, inspiring guide to life's most difficult yet important conversation Of the many critical conversations we will all have throughout our lifetime, few are as important as the ones discussing death - and not just the practical considerations, such as DNRs and wills, but what we fear, what we hope, and how we want to be remembered. Yet few of these conversations are actually happening. Inspired by his experience with his own father and countless stories from others who regret not having these conversations, Michael Hebb cofounded Death Over Dinner - an organization that encourages people to pull up a chair, break bread, and really talk about the one thing we all have in common. Death Over Dinner has been one of the most effective end-of-life awareness campaigns to date; in just three years, it has provided the framework and inspiration for more than a hundred thousand dinners focused on having these end-of-life conversations. As Arianna Huffington said, 'We are such a fast-food culture, I love the idea of making the dinner last for hours. These are the conversations that will help us to evolve.' Let's Talk About Death (over Dinner) offers keen practical advice on how to have these same conversations - not just at the dinner table, but anywhere. There's no one right way to talk about death, but Hebb shares time- and dinner-tested prompts to use as conversation starters, ranging from the spiritual to the practical, from analytical to downright funny and surprising. By transforming the most difficult conversations into an opportunity, they become celebratory and meaningful - ways that not only can change the way we die, but the way we live.

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Book Synopsis'Gravitas must be caused by an Agent acting constantly according to certain laws, and Rebecca Newton has found those laws. It doesn't take confidence to matter, but it does take courage' SETH GODIN'A powerful, practical resource for people looking to bring their best self to work, and for leaders who want to equip others to do the same.' MELISSA DAIMLERHaving a powerful, meaningful impact on others is not about being the most dominant person in the room; it's about being intentional, curious, and courageous.Organizational psychologist and executive coach Rebecca Newton has found that even her most successful clients still want more of one quality: gravitas. They want their words to carry weight, to have a positive, lasting impact on those around them. Gravitas can seem like an elusive, intangible quality, but it isn't about adopting the style of another or being someone you're not. Newton draws on extensive research and experience coaching business leaders to show what underpins authentic gravitas and how anyone can develop it. She presents the counterintuitive idea that in order to be valued, we shouldn't spend all our time and energy trying to stand out from the crowd; instead, we should focus on the crowd - connecting with others and understanding their needs in order to make a significant difference.Newton debunks the myths of gravitas and gives readers the practical tools to develop it by: * Minimizing the gaps between intention, action, and impact * Remaining true to yourself while adapting to work successfully with people who have different styles * Choosing to be courageous regardless of how confident you feel - as you engage in courageous behaviours, confidence naturally buildsAuthentic gravitas extends beyond commanding presence in the room during a key meeting; it's about the small things you can do beforehand, during, and in all the spaces in between - to be someone who genuinely adds substantive value in the workplace and beyond.Trade ReviewA must-read for leaders who want to bring out the best in themselves and their people. The robust tools in this book will help you to identify practical ways to drive value and make a significant, meaningful impact -- Heidi K Gardner, author of Smart Collaboration and Distinguished Scholar, Harvard Law SchoolWe need more leaders with gravitas-people who are authentic, humble, and wise. Rebecca is one of a rare breed, a business psychologist as well as a genuine scholar-her book is full of practical wisdom and academic insight on how gravitas can be nurtured -- Alexander Pepper * London School of Economics and Political Science *For anyone who feels overlooked and underappreciated, Authentic Gravitas dispels the myth that gravitas is inherited rather than deliberatively developed. Newton reframes gravitas as a direct reflection of one's ability and willingness to add value. In an age where it can feel like the loudest voice wins, this book shows that value-add trumps vainglory. -- Jane Mosbacher Morris, founder and CEO of To the Market and author of Buy the Change You Want to SeeRebecca Newton presents an approach to leadership that is both profoundly true and immensely practical. Essential reading for all leaders and aspiring leaders who want to succeed on their own terms -- Jim Prior, Global CEO of Superunion, WPPAuthentic gravitas is not about power or position but about how to lead with character and dignity. This book will certainly challenge your thinking and hopefully your behavior, as it has mine. A must-read -- Flip Flippen, New York Times-bestselling author of The Flip SideGravitas must be caused by an Agent acting constantly according to certain laws, and Rebecca Newton has found those laws. It doesn't take confidence to matter, but it does take courage -- Seth GodinShortly after taking on my first senior leadership position, I was critiqued for needing 'more gravitas.' While I was not precisely sure what this meant, it resonated. The insight in Authentic Gravitas would have given me the permission and pathway to establish it with sincerity and purpose. Twelve years on, I am still on the journey and know that many others are too. How wonderful that we now have a resource, based on evidence and experience, to drive positive results-with gravitas. -- Shanelle Hall, Deputy Executive Director and Assistant Secretary General * UNICEF *We need more leaders with gravitas-people who are authentic, humble, and wise. Rebecca is one of a rare breed, a business psychologist as well as a genuine scholar-her book is full of practical wisdom and academic insight on how gravitas can be nurtured -- Alexander (Sandy) Pepper, Professor of Management Practice * London School of Economics and Political Science *For anyone who feels overlooked and underappreciated, Authentic Gravitas dispels the myth that gravitas is inherited rather than deliberatively developed. Newton reframes gravitas as a direct reflection of one's ability and willingness to add value. In an age where it can feel like the loudest voice wins, this book shows that value-add trumps vainglory. -- Jane Mosbacher Morris * founder and CEO of To the Market and author of Buy the Change You Want to See *Authentic gravitas is not about power or position but about how to lead with character and dignity. This book will certainly challenge your thinking and hopefully your behavior, as it has mine. A must-read -- Flip Flippen * Chairman of The Flippen Group and New York Times-bestselling author of The Flip Side *Rebecca dispels the myth of that 'mythical something' that few people seem to possess but we all seek to have: to have weight, value, influence; to catch and keep the attention of others. Delving into what makes gravitas, and the personal beliefs and habits that get in our way of embodying it, Rebecca helps the reader realize that gravitas, which is seemingly innate, spontaneous, and effortless in those who have it, is actually the result of practice and preparation. Rebecca's book is a guide to being who we are, in the best way possible. -- Julie Okada * Duke Corporate Education *A must-read for leaders who want to bring out the best in themselves and their people. The robust tools in this book will help you to identify practical ways to drive value and make a significant, meaningful impact -- Heidi K. Gardner * author of Smart Collaboration and Distinguished Scholar, Harvard Law School *Authentic Gravitas gives leaders a practical roadmap to achieve two things: a way to be much more effective in how they communicate; and, at the same time, a way to do this that is true to who they are. Every leader I know should read this book. -- Elsbeth Johnson, PhD * MIT Sloan School of Management *It is great to see a book that gets to the heart of what it means to influence well and how to do it. A must-read. -- James Prior,Global Head of Leadership * Novartis *Full of thought provoking ideas and practical gems that will help you build gravitas and make you a stronger leader. -- Hsern-Wei Ling * Executive Director, Learning and Development, PwC Malaysia *Newton elegantly weaves academic insight and deep hands-on experience into a convincing illumination of our understanding of gravitas. A must-read for leaders and coaches alike. -- David Storey, Partner and EMEIA Talent Management Consulting Leader * Ernst & Young *Rebecca Newton presents an approach to leadership that is both profoundly true and immensely practical. Essential reading for all leaders and aspiring leaders who want to succeed on their own terms -- Jim Prior * Global CEO of Superunion, WPP *

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Book SynopsisThe nation's favourite food heroes, aka the Hairy Dieters, are back to show you that losing weight and staying healthy doesn't mean losing out on taste and enjoyment. With more than 80 great new recipes, Si and Dave prove that healthy food can be delicious food - and also easy, accessible and affordable.With the abundance of health and nutrition information being published, it can be hard to keep up with what's good for you and what's not; what the latest advice is on low-fat products; or what you need to know about gut health or high fibre diets. As consumers, we are constantly bombarded by conflicting messages about what to eat and when - and unsurprisingly this can become overwhelming. Ten years on from the release of their first, multi-million copy selling diet book, THE HAIRY DIETERS, Si and Dave are aware of how confusing this can be.THE HAIRY DIETERS: SIMPLE HEALTHY FOOD is here to provide clear, simple nutritional ground rules - based on the advice of medical experts, including Professor Roy Taylor, and professional athletes - and delicious low-cal recipes to help you eat well, lose weight and stay healthy for the long term.This book is brimming with good-hearted healthy food, including tasty ways to start the day, light takes on lunch, speedy snacks, satisfying dinners and brilliant batch-cook basics. All made with easy-to-find ingredients and packed with the Hairy Bikers' trademark knockout flavours, so you won't feel like you're missing out when you cook from this book - these are healthy meals that the whole family will love.

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Book SynopsisWith over 70 healthy and slimming recipes based on the nation's favourite takeaway dishes, losing weight has never been so easy! A simple and flexible plan for losing weight, these easy-to-follow and delicious recipes are perfect for anyone looking to shed the pounds and get healthy. Text-led with an 8-page plate-section featuring photos of the most popular recipes, it's got you covered, whatever you fancy.Discover low-cal versions of all your favourites including: · TANDOORI CHICKEN· SPECIAL CHOW MEIN· PRONTO PIZZA· CHICKEN KATSU CURRY· LAMB DONER KEBABSIn the Without the Calories series, bestselling recipe writer Justine Pattison introduces readers to her 123 Plan, which provides a hassle-free approach to your daily meals. Each calorie-counted recipe has been triple-tested and includes tips and ideas on freezing leftovers and prepping ahead.Trade ReviewThe one thing you don't want when watching your weight is to feel deprived. That's why we're fans of Justine Pattison's new Without The Calories recipe books which have low-fat versions of all the favourite things we like to eat. * Reveal *Top UK diet recipe writer Justine Pattison's new Without the Calories series of lower calorie cookbooks contain easy recipes that are great for all the family, with inexpensive, easily available ingredients. * Bella *This set of three 'Without the Calories' books are a great way of losing weight, but without banishing your favourite dishes. Each recipe lists the calories per serving, but also useful tips or advice on freezing. The recipes are illustrated with superb photographs so you will know exactly what the result should look like. * Choice *

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Book Synopsis'Perfect for new parents. These hacks are genius!' Louise Pentland, bestselling author of MumLife 'Total genius!' Giovanna Fletcher, bestselling author of Happy Mum, Happy BabyPacked with over 150 life-changing tips, tricks and hacks, this little book will help make your home happier and your life easier.Whether you're a mum-to-be or have children already, this practical guide contains everything you need to know about savvy parenting (and will wish someone had told you sooner!)From tips on cleaning and tidying to cooking and playing, plus with a section dedicated to those first few these months taking care of a newborn, these small everyday changes will help keep you sane and your children happy, calm and healthy.Illustrated with cute line drawings throughout and a beautiful gold foiled hardcover, this is the perfect gift for all mums.***'Such a great, helpful gift for new parents' - Libby Page, bestselling author of The Lido

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Book SynopsisBuild Resilience and Smash Your Goals!'Read this book, improve your life' - JAKE HUMPHREY, TV presenter and host of The High Performance Podcast______________________Set goals. Overcome challenges. Achieve AnythingZack George knows exactly what it's like to struggle with motivation. As a child, he was severely overweight and deeply unhappy in his body; but now, he is the UK's fittest man.Revealing the strategies that Zack has used to become an elite athlete and one of the fittest men in the world, Start Where Others Stop is an empowering and practical guide for anyone with a goal. Whether it's related to fitness, weight, work, relationships or more, this book is a personalised plan to building the mentality that will help you get to where you want to be. With science-backed exercises interwoven throughout Zack's personal story - including his attempts to build a career as a personal trainer, set up his own gym, and confronting the fact that he is one of the few leading Black athletes in his sport - this an honest and practical blueprint to achieving your goals.______________________'Zack George is a true inspiration' - ERIC ROZA, CEO, CrossFit

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Book SynopsisI watched the glaze of headlights, the windscreens of oncoming cars: a series of trapezoids with the silhouette of a single male driver. One pulled up in front of me; I reached over and opened the door, slid in. The smell of an unfamiliar car. A middle-aged man looking at me. 'Hi,' I said. 'How are you'.Kate Holden is accustomed to being summed up at a glance: arts graduate, history buff, middle-class daughter, dreamer, innocent. But she is a young woman who understands better than most the secrets that people keep hidden.In My Skin follows her journey from her reputation as a 'good girl' in the safe and leafy suburbs of Melbourne to the all-consuming attractions of heroin and the sex industry.This is a story of survival and resourcefulness; an unflinching look at the consequences of addiction. Holden's journey leads her from a sheltered life in her loving family home to a world of sex for money - a seedy netherworld of back lanes, backseats and brothels.More than just a fearless and compelling narrative, In My Skin is a triumphant announcement of a major new literary talent.Trade ReviewIn My Skin is the work of a stunningly talented writer who both graces and surpasses her material, subverting popular assumptions about addiction and prostitution while making the extraordinary seem commonplace and the ordinary deeply alluring. The subject matter, fascinating though it is, is secondary. Such are her powers to tap into the universal while telling a cracking good tale, Kate Holden could make the story of a tongue-tied troglodyte thrilling. * * Guardian * *This surprising trajectory, along with its searing intellectual and emotional honesty and the quality of the writing, easily sets In My Skin apart from most other my-substance-abuse-hell memoirs. * * Independent * *Her narrative is unwaveringly honest: she does not gloss over the brutality of some of her clients, but towards others she feels generosity, sympathy, lust and even love. Her writing is fluent, lyrical and inventive. This is a complex, thought-provoking and brilliantly unsettling book. * * New Statesman * *Holden does what writers are supposed to do: challenges herself to examine the pressures that led her to live a life that, to put it kindly, would seem countercultural to most of us. She presents her own and, by extension, women's sexuality less as being victimised by prostitution than as predatory and mercenary, as a career chosen and developed. She frankly describes the euphoria of drugs, of turning five or six tricks a night, and the added pleasure of reckoning the money that she earned. * * The Times * *

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Book SynopsisAsperger syndrome (AS) has often been considered to be incompatible with love and relationships, but as the number of people who are diagnosed with the disorder increases, it is becoming apparent that people with AS can and do have full and intimate relationships. Comparing and contrasting both AS and non-AS partners' viewpoints, this book frankly examines the fundamental aspects of relationships that are often complicated by the disorder. With all findings illustrated with case examples taken from interviews conducted with couples, the author tackles issues such as attraction, trust, communication, sex and intimacy, and parenting. Drawing on her extensive research and established career as a Relate counsellor, Maxine Aston has produced a much-needed analysis of intimate relationships where one adult has AS and this book is a must for all those with AS and their partners, as well as for friends, family and counsellors.Trade ReviewAspergers in Love focuses the reader's attention on an important set of issues relating to intimate relationships and disability, and offers promise for therapeutic approaches that target the needs of these individuals throughout the lifespan. -- Journal of Couple and Relationship TherapyThis challenging and fascinating reader dispels myths and assumptions about the ability of people with Asperger to form and maintain loving relationships... Numerous relationship issues examined by Aston and those who were interviewed, including the many difficulties which both partners may face. At the same time there is a wealth of practical information about how couples can address and overcome problems. As there is an increasing number of people with Asperger, and as more and more reach adulthood and seek relationships and have children, this is becoming an important topic. -- Care & Health MagazineMaxine Aston is the only professional currently working as counsellor and researcher in the field of relationships in which one partner has Asperger syndrome, and so she is uniquely placed to write this book... not only does she make clear the difficulties that both partners in such a relationship experience, she also suggests strategies for dealing with them... read this book and breathe a sigh of relief that there really is someone who does understand the impact of Asperger syndrome on both partners in a "mixed marriage". -- from the Foreword by Gisela and Chris Slater-WalkerTable of ContentsForeword, Gisela and Chris Slater-Walker.. Terminology. Introduction. 1. Attraction. 2. Shared interests. 3. Trust. 4. Being Valued. 5. Understanding. 6. Self-disclosure 7. Communication. 8. The Asperger side of Communication. 9. The Unspoken Word. 10. Social scenes. 11. Routines, rules and boundaries. 12.The Asperger Parent. 13. The Sexual side of Asperger syndrome. 14. Infidelity. 15. Sexuality and Aspergers. 16. Verbal abuse and Aspergers. 17. Domestic Violence. 18. Aspergers and Awareness. 19. Diagnosis. 20. Mental and Physical health and Aspergers. 21. Counseling and Aspergers. 22. Women and Aspergers. 23. Disadvantages of Aspergers. 24. Benefit of Aspergers. Conclusion. Frequently Asked Questions. References.

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Book SynopsisSupporting the Child and the Family in Paediatric Palliative Care provides a comprehensive overview of good practice in caring for terminally-ill children, young people and their families.Drawing from extensive personal experiences of working in paediatric palliative care, the author provides guidance on issues including symptom management and pain relief; cultural, religious and spiritual aspects of care; and the role of education for life-limited children. Addressing the importance of individual needs, the book looks at emotional, social and cognitive support at different stages of the illness, how parents and professionals can respond to children's own questions about death, and the impact of life-limiting illness on the whole family - including grandparents and siblings. The material offers helpful suggestions on how to support families in making informed choices during distressing periods, such as where their child will die and how to prepare for the funeral.This book is a practical and invaluable tool for nurses, paediatricians, hospice care staff, bereavement counsellors and all those caring for life-limited children.Trade ReviewA book with practical ideas, supported by references from the literature and the findings of recent research projects. -- Educational Book ReviewThe book will be invaluable to anyone thinking of working in this area and will also service those already established in this field. I highly recommend it. -- Nursing StandardUseful practical help is offered on the support of children and families as they make difficult choices at very stressful times, this will be appreciated by all professionals working in this area... Supporting the Child and the Family in Pediatric Care is a most helpful and accessible book... The multi disciplinary approach would make it a useful tool to all medical, pastoral or support staff. -- Evelyn Cairns, Scottish Journal of Healthcare ChaplaincyTable of ContentsForeword. Introduction. Introduction to Paediatric Palliative Care. 1. The Historical Background of Paediatric Palliative Care. 2. Working Collaboratively. Responding to Holistic Needs from Diagnosis through to Terminal Care and Bereavement. 3. Assessment of Needs and Models of Care. 4. Managing Children's Pain. 5. The End of Life Phase of Care. 6. Administrative and Practical Requirements When a Child Dies. 7. The Child's Funeral. 8. Counselling Support. 9. The Financial Impact of Caring. Meeting Individual Needs. 10. Children's Developmental Understanding and Emotional Response to Death and Dying. 11. The Impact of Life-limiting Illness on the Family. 12. Continuing Bonds. 13. Working with Siblings of Life-limited Children. 14. Grandparent Support. 15. Religious, Cultural, Secular and Spiritual Aspects of Care. 16. Post Mortem, Organ Donation and Tissue Retention. 17. The Education of the Life-limited Child. 18. Transition from Paediatric Palliative Care to Adult Services. 19. Acknowledging Staff Stress and Providing Support. The Way Forward. 20. Maintaining the Quality of Care. 21. The Role of Research and Development in Children's Hospices. References. Subject Index. Author Index.

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Book SynopsisPlaying the dating game is often tricky: all the more so for individuals with Asperger's Syndrome. How do AS adolescents and their families cope with sexual feelings and behaviour? What help can be given if a man with AS oversteps the mark in expressing his sexuality? How do people with AS deal with intimacy and communication in sexual relationships? In this comprehensive and unique guide, Isabelle Hénault delivers practical information and advice on issues ranging from puberty and sexual development, gender identity disorders, couples' therapy to guidelines for sex education programs and maintaining sexual boundaries. This book will prove indispensable to parents, teachers, counsellors and individuals with AS themselves.Trade ReviewIn this comprehensive and unique guide, the author provides practical information and advice on issues ranging from puberty and sexual development, gender identity disorders couples' therapy to guidelines for sex education programs and maintaining sexual boundaries. This book will suit parents, teachers, counsellors and individuals with Asperger Syndrome. -- The SpectrumThe book covers a myriad of topics relevant to the adolescent with Asperger Syndrome, such as body image, self-esteem, masturbation and personal hygiene. Topics for adults include contraception, libido, responsibility and decision-making. Many topics are illustrated with case examples and specific strategies to try (such as a daily hygiene chart). -- Autism Victoria LibraryThis guide for people with AS and those who care for them presents practical information and advice on issues ranging from contraception to couple dynamics and gender identity. A number of worksheets and activities for the development of sociosexual skills are provided in the second half of the volume. The author is a psychologist specializing in sexual education and psychotherapy for people on the autism spectrum. -- Book NewsPeople who have AS are just as loving, caring and have a sex life just like anybody else. This book I am very impressed with. It is very rare. There is no research; sex education for AS needs research. -- Asperger UnitedTable of ContentsContents: Foreword Tony Attwood. Introduction. Part 1: Exploring sexuality and Asperger's Syndrome 1. Sexual development. 2. Inappropriate sexual behaviors: comprehension and intervention (with Dr Patrick Papazian). 3. Social skills. 4. Sexual diversity and gender identity. 5. Couples, intimacy and sexuality. 6. The sociosexual education programme. Part 2: Programme for the development of sociosexual skills. Appendix: The sexual profile of adults with Asperger's Syndrome: The need for support and intervention (with Tony Attwood). References. Index.

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Book SynopsisMeet Adam - a young boy with AS. Adam invites young readers to learn about AS from his perspective. He helps children understand the difficulties faced by a child with AS - he tells them what AS is, what it feels like to have AS and how they can help children with AS by understanding their differences and appreciating their many talents. This illustrated book is ideally suited for boys and girls between 7 and 15 years old and also serves as an excellent starting point for family and classroom discussions.Trade ReviewThis little gem of a book is intended to be shared by parents or a child with Asperger's Syndrome with friends, family and school professionals and peers so that they may understand asperger Syndrome. [It] could be a very effective tool in establishing understanding and a circle of friends for a child with Asperger's syndrome aged 6 -12. It includes simple but charming illustrations by artist, Jane Telford, and an excellent list of resources at the end of the book. This book packs a lot of wisdom and information into a small package. -- Autism Coach WebsiteThis is a well-written and accessible volume. The author and illustrator achieve a pleasant balance with the use of simple language and a range of everyday images. As a parent of a child with Asperger's Syndrome (AS), I think that this book is a useful tool for other siblings, classmates and other members of the family-the text is specifically targeted at children aged 7 to 15 years of age. This is an excellent resource for anybody who may come into contact with AS and I believe parents of children with this condition should be guided to this volume before seeking answers on the internet or elsewhere. -- The Frontline of Learning Disabilitythere is still a great need for resources such as this book for children and parents who need introduction to autism and asperger's syndrome... Teaching a child that they are not "different" but that they can learn from someone who thinks and acts in similar ways to them is a great approach... It does very well in it's way of introducing this concept of autism to a child - who may be thinking "is there something wrong with me" at the early stage of diagnosis... the book would be a good resource for children as part of an overall understanding of AS. -- theautisticlife.comCan I tell you about Asperger's Syndrome?, is beautifully designed and written by Jude Welton to help the rest of us, adults and children, understand the condition and be able to communicate with those with it. -- Food MattersAs a parent of a child with Asperger Syndrome, one of the most frustrating things to deal with is not always knowing how to help my child. Jude Welton's book reminds me in a simple and straightforward way of the difficulties an AS child faces daily and how we can help them overcome their struggles by modifying our responses.This is a wonderful book because it gives the non-AS person a guide for communicating with and easing the way for an Asperger person. Not only does it identify the many ways these people are different but it suggests responses we can make which will help them to understand the world around them.This is a very accessible book for non-AS children for non-AS children. The illustrations provide clear and strong messages and the text id direct and unambiguous as a text written through the eyes of an Asperger child would quite likely be. It is also a book for AS children who are aware of their diagnosis. I imagine that a certain comfort and support could be found in reading of others sharing the same problems and acknowledging the validity of their differences.I was not expecting to find this book so interesting on a personal level. Having always read whatever I could find on AS this book brought me up short. I realise that I spend much time thinking of how I can help my child modify her behaviour to suit the world whereas Jude Welton's book suggests that awareness and tolerance by non-Asperger people is extremely important to an AS child trying to communicate. -- Autistic Spectrum Australia (Aspect)Adam is a young boy with Asperger Syndrome. This book is written from his perspective; he sets out to help children understand the difficulties faced by a child with AS - he explains what AS is, what it feels like to have it and how the peers of children with AS can help by understanding their differences and appreciating their many talents. The book has extremely good illustrations to accompany the text. It is written for children aged 7 to 15 years of age but can also be used as an aid to both family and classroom discussions. -- Autism West MidlandsThis is a brief book written to explain Asperger Syndrome, both to classmates and individuals on the spectrum. It is sufficiently brief for a young audience, but also gives good, specific examples. -- The MAAPJude Welton gives the young child with Asperger's the power of his own voice in explaining himself to his friends. Her calm and deceptively simple approach is complemented by Jane Telford's reassuringly everyday pictures. Parents have needed this book for a very long time. -- Elizabeth Newson, Early Years Diagnostic CentreTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Foreword, Elizabeth Newson, Early Years Diagnostic Centre. 1. Introducing Adam, who has Asperger Syndrome. 2. Reading feelings. 3. Tones of voice. 4. Playing with others. 5. Loud noises. 6. Confusing groups. 7. Unexpected change. 8. Motor skills. 9. Special interests. 10. What is Asperger Syndrome? 11. How to help. Recommended reading, websites and organizations. Blank, for your notes.

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Book SynopsisChildren with autism or Asperger Syndrome (AS) have difficulty understanding figurative language because they use and comprehend language literally and expect words to mean exactly what they say. This can often lead to misunderstandings at home and in the classroom.Jude Welton looks at a hundred of the most common figures of speech in this visual workbook designed as a springboard for family and classroom discussions. Each figure of speech is accompanied by an illustration showing its literal meaning, which will help AS children recognize and learn to enjoy metaphors and figurative language. The book can be used by parents one-to-one with their ASD child. Teachers can also use the book as the basis for classroom work on figurative language.Trade ReviewMost useful for children with high functioning autism, this book will be fun for almost any child wanting to know about metaphors. It's a funny old language, English, and almost anyone can "come a cropper" from not knowing the ins and outs of the use of idiomatic language. This book has explanations of 100 different metaphors, laid out in alphabetical order, and with wonderfully witty black and white illustrations... The pictures as seen by the non-understanding child are wonderfully funny and very logical. There are pages at the back of the book for the child to add his or her own metaphors, and there are two appendices for parents and teachers working with children with autism. An excellent resource for school and home. -- Healthy BooksBoth cards and guide are welcome additions to the limited resources available in this area. -- Speech & Language Therapy in Practice"What did you say?" by Jude Welton offers help in a light-hearted way to younger children who are confused by metaphors. She has provided explanations for 100 sayings and each one has a drawing to show the literal interpretation. This is a book for children to enjoy and have some fun with while learning about language and communication. -- AutiserWith their use of simple language and a range of everyday images, the author and illustrator of this book achieve a pleasant balance in trying to explain a range of metaphors such as 'letting the cat out of the bag', or 'I heard it from the horse's mouth'. Having a child with AS who has a passionate interest in horse racing, I can really relate to the complications of saying, 'I heard it from the horse's mouth'. My son's response to such use of language would be saying, 'Did Fields of Joy (horse's name) really tell you he was going to win the race?'. This is a useful text which may have benefits in understanding everyday metaphors, not just for people with AS but for a wider readership. The book closes with some useful hints as to how the book could be used as an aid to learning. -- The Frontline of Learning DisabilityThis book is a great aid for pupils with ASD. Each metaphor is attractively accompanied by a simple cartoon-style drawing illustrating the literal meaning. Underneath is an explanation of the message that is intended to be conveyed, together with an example of its use. When it is known, the origin of the metaphor is included. For the pupil of ASD, knowledge of the origins gives such expressions a logicality and justification. I am sure this helps with remembering the context in which these expressions can be used. This book is excellent in that it is clear and unpretentious. It sets out to fill a need - an introduction to the world of metaphors- and it does just that'. -- Tess Russell, Brecon High SchoolFigures of speech can often cause confusion for young children - "they had a ball" doesn't necessarily conjure up the image of people having a good time. A new visual workbook, What did you say? What did you mean?, designed as a springboard for discussion, looks at 100 most common figures of speech. The accompanying illustration showing its literal meaning will help children recognise and learn to enjoy metaphors and figurative language. -- Practical Professional Child CareJude Welton has given us a truly helpful introduction into the world of metaphor. Any parent or teacher working with Asperger's will find it beginning to open the doors of imagination for the child in ways that they might not have thought possible. A lovely and practical book, which children and grownups can enjoy - and giggle over - together. -- from the Foreword, by Elizabeth NewsonTable of ContentsForeword Elizabeth Newson. About this book. Metaphors. Appendix 1: For parents and teachers: a guide to helping children with Asperger Syndrome to understand what we mean. Appendix 2: Ideas for using this book.

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Book SynopsisChristine Bryden was a top civil servant and single mother of three children when she was diagnosed with dementia at the age of 46. Since then she has gone on to challenge almost every stereotype of people with dementia by campaigning for self-advocacy, writing articles and speaking at national conferences.This book is a vivid account of the author's experiences of living with dementia, exploring the effects of memory problems, loss of independence, difficulties in communication and the exhaustion of coping with simple tasks. She describes how, with the support of her husband Paul, she continues to lead an active life nevertheless, and explains how professionals and carers can help.Christine Bryden makes an outspoken attempt to change prevailing attitudes and misconceptions about the disease. Arguing for greater empowerment and respect for people with dementia as individuals, she also reflects on the importance of spirituality in her life and how it has helped her better understand who she is and who she is becoming.Dancing with Dementia is a thoughtful exploration of how dementia challenges our ideas of personal identity and of the process of self-discovery it can bring about.Trade ReviewReading this book is a poignant, uplifting, indeed "spiritual" experience. It also raises questions, for example about the possible withdrawal of dementia-treating drugs in UK. It offers helpful guidance about communicating with people with dementia. It challenges us to ask how we might react in the face of a similar diagnosis. Most of all it will change our perceptions quite radically. The final chapter explains why Christine Bryden chose the title she did. However, readers will need to find this out for themselves! -- Methodist RecorderAn enthralling account of one woman's multiple journeys or as she prefers to call it her "roller coaster ride" as she confronts, endures, surmounts and learns to live with the challenges posed by her condition... [it joins] just a handful of other dementia publications which I would describe as riveting; they have dramatically extended my understanding and influenced my attitudes. I have been amazed, moved and profoundly challenged... This book is highly relevant to everyone whose lives are touched by dementia in whatever way... Christine, we thank you for your courage, and salute your persistent labour and achievements. We wish you and those you love perseverance and patience throughout the remainder of the journey and "peace at the last". -- Journal of Dementia CareThis book, written "from the inside", is truly inspirational whilst remaining totally realistic... This book is immensely practical. There is wonderful guidance on how to communicate with someone with dementia, and a further appendix on frequently asked questions includes such issues as "Should the person with dementia continue to drive". -- Christian Council on AgeingThis book is very well done. The audience is people diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and their caregivers. They will benefit by reading Christine's experience. People with dementia will feel that they are not alone with their problems and caregivers will be able to see how a person with dementia feels. -- Alzheimer Society of British ColumbiaDancing with Dementia is a powerful account of Christine Bryden's personal journey in living with dementia, in which she continues to explore her potential despite the disabling effect of the illness. The book continually challenges stereotypes of dementia, and contains much information on how it feels to live with a condition that can often rob sufferers of dignity and respect... This is an excellent book, full of insights into the emotional, spiritual and social aspects of living with dementia, and what can be achieved if the rest of us accept that dementia is as much about abilities as disabilities. -- Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy JournalIn Dancing with Dementia, Christine Bryden provides a highly personal odyssey of her 10 year journey with dementia. This inspirational book is at once a love story, an eloquent testament to the power of faith, an entreaty to think positively in the face of adversity, a challenge to complacency, and an example of successful international advocacy to include, validate and respect a person with dementia…Bryden offers herself as an example of someone who has overcome the negative stereotype of dementia. She believes that people with dementia need to create an image of who they are and who they are becoming. How they do this depends on their personality, their life story, their health, their spirituality and their social environment -- Ageing and SocietyChristine's Writing is clear and engaging as she tells the story of her activism, initially at local then national level, and finally through her membership of Alzheimer's Disease International where she had been elected member of the board for the past two years. Along the way she has setbacks, and struggles to communicate – but the message of this book is very positive, and will repay the time you spend reading it. -- Community CareThe book is clear and engaging. It is written in a combination of plain English and technical terminology that has clarity, but remains non-patronising and easy to read. It challenges the way any professional in this field may view dementia and leads the way in suggesting there are positive things that people can achieve, and that there should be a focus on what the person with dementia is becoming, rather than the skills they have lost… a valuable introduction to dementia for the recently diagnosed and their families. It would also be a useful introduction to an occupational therapist new to this area of work. It is also an inspiring and motivating read for anyone working in this field. -- College of Occupational TherapistsTable of ContentsPreface. 1. A `Roller-coaster' journey since early 1998. 2. `Coming out' with dementia. 3. Let's talk about having dementia. 4. I know who I'll be when I die. Afterword. Appendix 1. Do you believe in miracles? Appendix 2. Frequently asked questions. Appendix 3. Where to go for help. Endnotes.

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Book SynopsisThis updated and expanded edition provides comprehensive coverage of the theory and practice of counselling survivors of child sexual abuse (CSA). In a reasoned and thoughtful approach, common stereotypes of abusers and their victims are replaced with current knowledge on the incidence of CSA and its long-term impacts on adult survivors.Christiane Sanderson explores the therapeutic relationship from building trust and meeting the client's needs to establishing boundaries, addressing transference issues and avoiding secondary traumatic stress. She evaluates various treatment approaches and techniques, and discusses the advantages and disadvantages of group therapy. Stand-alone chapters provide in-depth coverage of:* CSA's impact on survivors' sense of self and their relationships with others* self-harming behaviour, including self-injury, substance abuse and eating disorders* how memory is constructed and reconstructed, including the controversial issues surrounding recovered memories* useful approaches to coping with fear and loss from working with other types of trauma* normal sexual development and typical sexual difficulties for survivors* working with shame and dissociation.Counselling Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse honestly addresses the complex issues in this important area of work. It provides practical strategies for those new to counselling in this field and valuable new insights for experienced counsellors.Trade ReviewThis is an expanded and revised third edition of a well-respected text, and I cannot imagine there is a more comprehensive, account of the impact of sexual abuse on the adult survivors. -- Mental Health Today, Feb 2007The publication of this edition should be welcomed. It has been totally updated and revised, with a different structure of chapter titles that are both clear and informative. Sanderson really thought hard about how to build on the earlier edition. -- Community Care Magazine, January 2007There has been a large increase in awareness, knowledge and understanding of the issues that permeate childhood sexual abuse (CSA), both within the counselling field and the public. Much of this is down to the work of researchers and writers, such as Christine, who strive to bring together and report into the public domain what life is like, long term, for a survivor of CSA and the issues they have. There is much new material in this updated edition, such as in-depth chapters on self-harming behaviour, memory, sexuality and many more - all serving to provide the reader with a book that, despite the subject matter, is easy to read, follow and understand. In my opinion this book will be of great value to those already working with CSA survivors and essential for those who are considering such work. -- Therapy TodayThe third edition of this helpful book is shaped by current research and the author's clinical experience, and links current knowledge in child sexual abuse (CSA) with its impact and long-term effects. There is a great deal to take in... but the effort is worthwhile. -- The PsychologistThis excellent book is comprehensive in addressing the complex issues of working with child sexual abuse (CSA). This thought-provoking and optimistic book gives valuable new insights surrounding CSA and its impact. Suitable for experienced practitioners and those new to counselling, both will be able to use it as a reference guide when working with survivors who have specific presenting symptoms, how best to work with such symptoms, and how they relate to CSA. I have worked within this field for almost 20 years and I welcome this valuable resource, it has increased both my understanding and knowledge, this helps me to be more effective in enabling a client move from, as Christiane states, "Victim to survivor to Feeling Alive". -- Accord MagazinePraise for the second edition:'Counselling Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse addresses the myths and mysteries while propelling a lifeline to both the health professional and the adult survivor. This is probably the most complete book on sexual abuse in publication.' -- Nursing Ethicsthis excellent book strikes a good balance between theory, data and practical advice for workers and includes illustrative case material and practical strategies for counsellors. It conveys both the experiences of survivors and the enormous amount that can be achieved. It is a stimulating and optimistic book which would be suitable for all workers in this important area. -- Criminal Behaviour and Mental HealthChristiane Sanderson's book is a comprehensive text on the subject of working with adult survivors of child sexual abuse. It is through in its exploration of the many facets of this work. This is a shocking subject, and the author does not protect us from the harsh realities, which is one of the book's strengths. -- HCPJ, January 2007Counselling adult survivors of child sexual abuse is an essential addition to the libraries of clinics and counselling services, and essential reading for counsellors and researchers working in the field. -- HCPJ January 2007Table of ContentsPreface 1. Understanding Child Sexual Abuse. 2. The Impact and Long Term Effects of Child Sexual Abuse on Ault Survivors. 3. Understanding Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse. 4. Working with Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse. 5. Working with Child Sexual Abuse and Trauma. 6. Working with Child Sexual Abuse and Dissociation. 7. Working with Child Sexual Abuse and Memory. 8. Working with Child Sexual Abuse and Self-Harm. 9. Working with the Shattered Self. 10. Working with Shame. 11. Working with Sexuality. 12. Professional issues. References. Indexes.

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Book SynopsisThis book provides a diverse range of basic information and practical advice for adults with dyspraxia. Colley is able to describe in detail the impact that coordination and motor learning difficulties can have on many everyday activities, including cooking, shopping, sewing, gardening and swallowing medicines. This book provides a very readable, comprehensive and useful resource for adults with dyspraxia and their carers. It might also be useful for clinicians who are new to the field and have limited practical experience.'- British Journal of Occupational Therapy'This concise and interestingly written handbook is aimed at helping dyspraxic adults to understand their condition and its impact on work, study, social relationships and leisure activities. It contains practical tips on everyday living, including voice control, body language, cooking, study skills, driving and self-care. Especially fascinating are the accounts by four dyspraxic adults of their own experiences. I would recommend the book to teachers and parents, student therapists and clinicians (especially those working in a multidisciplinary setting) who need an insight into developmental dyspraxia as experienced by adolescent and adult clients and an overview of the help available.'- Speech and Language Therapy in PracticeFor people with Developmental Dyspraxia, everyday life can pose a multitude of problems. Tasks the majority of people would find simple can often be taxing and fraught with difficulty. Living with Dyspraxia was written to help all adults with Dyspraxia tackle the everyday situations that many people take for granted. It is full of practical advice on everything from getting a diagnosis to learning how to manage household chores. Important topics are addressed, such as self-esteem, whether to disclose your condition within the workplace, how to communicate more effectively and also how Dyspraxia often interacts with other conditions, such as Dyslexia, ADHD and Asperger's Syndrome.This practical resource will be of use to adults with Dyspraxia, the professionals and families members who come into contact with them as well as those who simply wish to learn more about Dyspraxia.Trade ReviewThe book offers excellent advice throughout numerous areas of difficulty including organisation of both self and home, communication and relationships, leisure activities, study skills and very useful tips on how to cope with the workplace.The clarity with which the information is presented, not only helps those who struggle to cope with Dyspraxia, but also enables those with a wider interest in improving generic provision to understand the day to day issues faced by the adult with DCD/Dyspraxia. The information given is both positive and practical. -- PatossTable of ContentsForeword by Victoria Biggs. Acknowledgements. Introduction by Amanda Kirby. 1. What Is Developmental Dyspraxia? 2. Assessment, Diagnosis and Treatment. 3. Relaxation, Sports and Exercise. 4. Communications and Relationships. 5. Organising Yourself. 6. Organising Your Home. 7. Studying with Dyspraxia. 8. Dyspraxia at Work. 9. Four Adults with Dyspraxia. Appendix 1: Claiming Benefits. Appendix 2: Independent Living and Community Care. Appendix 3: Assessment for Adults with Developmental Dyspraxia. Appendix 4: Overseas Dyspraxia Centres. Appendix 5: Adult Developmental Dyspraxia (DCD) Questionnaire. Appendix 6: The Make-Up of Neuro-Diversity. About DANDA (Developmental Adult Neuro-Diversity Association). Index.

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Book SynopsisWinner of the Young Minds Book Prize 2007This book is a moving and thoughtful anthology of the experiences of thirty-one children and teenagers who have lost a parent.In their own words, children and young people of a variety of ages talk openly and honestly about losing their mother or father. They describe feelings of pain, loss and anger, the struggle to cope with the embarrassed reactions and silence of others, and the difficulties involved in rebuilding their lives. They also share happy and loving memories of their parents, and talk about the importance of remembering while learning to accept their parent's death.The accounts cover a variety of circumstances in which a parent died, including death from cancer, heart attack and involvement in an accident. Taboo experiences which are often avoided are also covered, including death through alcoholism, natural disaster, war, suicide, and domestic violence. The book displays a courageous and insightful group of children and young people who prove that it is possible to talk openly about these subjects without stigma.Still Here with Me will be a valuable source of information and comfort to young people who are struggling to cope with the loss of a parent. It will also provide insights into the needs of grieving children for parents, teachers, social workers and other professionals.Trade ReviewMy review uses Suzanne Sjöqvist's book with its rich narratives as a source of inspiration. It is really a "must have" for anyone who works with children and young people. -- International Journal of Children's SpiritualityI would recommend it to counsellors in training, as it is one of very few contributions by young people to the literature. -- Bereavement CareA worthy winner of the Young Minds Book Prize, Still Here with Me is a helpful resource not only for young people experiencing bereavement, but for all those in contact with such children. -- Children and Young People NowTable of ContentsPreface. Rikard. Ida. Kristoffer and Alexander. Julia. Sten. Ebba. Armin. Madeleine. Fredrik. Felicia. Pontus. Fanny. Magnus. Caroline. Ismail. Saga. Gustaf. Johanna. Martin. Lina. Wilhelm. Tove. Sammie. Jennifer. Robert. Norah. Kalle. Sara. Marcus. Charlotte. Epilogue.

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Book SynopsisWhat are the motivations and desires behind relationship choices and sexual behaviour? Are they very different for those with Asperger Syndrome (AS) than for anyone else? Does having extreme sensitivity to physical touch or an above average need for solitude change one's expectation of relationships or sexual experience?Many people on the autism spectrum have limited knowledge of how to establish or conduct sexual relationships: drawing on extensive research with people on the autism spectrum, the book openly explores such questions. For the first time people with AS discuss their desires, needs and preferences in their own words. AS attitudes to issues such as gender, sexual identity and infidelity are included, as well as positive advice for developing relationships and exploring options and choices for sexual pleasure.This accessible book is an invaluable source of information and support for those with Asperger Syndrome and couples in which one or both partners has Asperger Syndrome, as well as counsellors and health and social care professionals.Trade Review... this book takes on an important, previously unexplored topic... The subjects, whose thoughts and advice she here shares, are frank and do not sugarcoat the difficulties that can arise in these relationships. -- Library JournalThe great joy of this book is that it is based almost entirely on the contributions of people with AS and their partners... I consider this book to be both accessible and hugely inspiring. -- GAPThere is a long history of specialty self-help books regarding love and relationships for adults; however, few books target adults with Asperger Syndrome as the intended audience. Sarah Hendrickx's book, Love, Sex & Long-Term Relationships: What People with Asperger Syndrome Really Really Want, is a welcome addition to this collection of literature. Written primarily as an instructional guide for adults with Asperger Syndrome (AS) and their partners, this book offers a direct and focused discussion about dating, relationships, love and intimacy, and sexual behaviors... this book is recommended for adults with AS and their partners. It provides a concise yet fairly comprehensive set of topics regarding relationships, love and sex and offers a common language for individuals to begin thinking and communicating about with their partners... this book offers clear strategies for overcoming potential barriers to successful relationships that can be utilized by motivated individuals with AS and their partners. -- Journal of Autism and Developmental DisordersMany People on the autism spectrum have limited knowledge of how to establish or conduct sexual relationships: drawing on extensive research with people on the autism spectrum, the book openly explores such questions. For the first time people with AS discuss their desires, needs and preferences in their own words. AS attitudes to issues such as gender, sexual identity and infidelity are included, as well as positive advice for developing relationships and exploring options and choices for sexual pleasure. This accessible book is an invaluable source of information and support for those with Asperger Syndrome and couples in which one or both partners has Asperger Syndrome, as well as counsellors and health and social care professionals. -- Autism USA really good read. As a mother of an eighteen year old youth with Asperger syndrome, I was totally able to see where the author was coming from. Very informative and a useful guide for any Aspie Adolescent. -- Asperger East AngliaSex is not often openly talked about, even less so when in relation to autistic spectrum disorder. This book is accessible, informative for psychologists and serves as a self-help guide for people on the autistic spectrum and their partners. The text addresses the issues often faced while in, or searching for, a committed sexual relationship. It gives clear and tangible advice about ways to improve communication in this context...The frankness of this book is refreshing. Self-help books examining neuro-typical sex would benefit from taking such a straightforward, uninhibited approach. -- The PsychologistTable of ContentsForeword. 1. Introduction. 2. Finding a Partner. 3. Love and Intimacy. 4. Sensory Perception and Solitude. 5. Me? Us? No one? - Options and Choices for Sexual Pleasure. 6. Statistics of Sex. 7. Asperger Syndrome between the Sheets. 8. Gender Identity and Sexuality. 9. Infidelity and Inappropriate Behaviour. 10. Great Sex! 11. Conclusion. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisCounselling Survivors of Domestic Abuse explains how counsellors can facilitate recovery from domestic abuse within a secure, supportive therapeutic relationship.There has been growing awareness in recent years of the impact and consequences of domestic abuse, especially the relationship between domestic abuse and mental health. To appreciate the nature of trauma caused by domestic abuse, professionals need to understand its complex nature and the psychobiological impact of repeated exposure to control and terror. This book examines the therapeutic techniques and specific challenges, such as secondary traumatic stress, faced by professionals when working with survivors of domestic abuse. The author stresses the importance of identifying domestic abuse so that it can be addressed in the therapeutic process to aid recovery, and explores issues such as safety and protection, the long-term effects of abuse and the importance of grieving to the restoration of hope.This book is essential reading for counsellors, therapists, social workers, mental health professionals, health care professionals including GPs and midwives, managers of refuges, legal professionals and all those working with survivors of domestic abuse.Trade ReviewThis book is comprehensive in approach and challenging in content. -- AccordOverall, Counselling Survivors of Domestic Abuse provides an excellent resource for counsellors and health professionals who work with domestic abuse. I would suggest that it is an essential read not only to better understand the phenomenology of survivors, but also to facilitate self-reflection and self-understanding. -- Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy JournalThe book is hugely on psychosocial aspects of domestic abuse as well as drawing together applicable clinical thinking from a wide range of theoretical orientations, with extensive bibliography and indexes. A holistic approach is reflected in chapters on understanding the domestic abuse relationship, assessing risk, clinical engagement, hope and, importantly, impact on the professional. This is a useful teaching and study aid, a reference book for agencies to keep to hand, as well as a 'secure base' for domestic abuse specialists to develop and refresh their skills, thinking and case management. -- Therapy TodayThis is a thoughtful, informative and thorough response to the complex and sensitive issues surrounding counselling for those who have experienced domestic abuse. Initially, the book examines the extent and nature of domestic abuse, before turning its attention to the therapeutic role of working with survivors highlighting the importance of safety and the restoration of self-empowerment. It is a great book and will be invaluable to professionals working within the therapeutic process, whether GPs, mental health professionals, counsellors, midwives, social workers or independent domestic violence advisors, to name but a few. Students of various disciplines reflected by these professions whould be recommended this book as essential reading. -- Professional Social WorkTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Introduction. 1. Understanding Domestic Abuse. 2. Understanding the Impact and Long-Term Effects of Domestic Abuse. 3. Understanding Survivors of Domestic Abuse. 4. Working with Survivors of Domestic Abuse. 5. Working with Safety and Protection Strategies. 6. Working with Trauma of Domestic Abuse. 7. Working with Self-Aspects of Domestic Abuse. 8. Working with Relational Aspects of Domestic Abuse. 9. Working with Loss and the Restoration of Hope. 10. Professional Issues when Working with Survivors of Domestic Abuse. Resources. Bibliography. Subject Index. Author Index.

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Book SynopsisThe number of adults with Asperger Syndrome retaining full-time employment is extremely low in comparison to those who may be considered to have more limiting conditions and disabilities. This book identifies why this is the case by asking the individuals concerned what they find difficult about working. Looking at expectations, motivations, working conditions and other factors, Sarah Hendrickx explores the reasons why work just doesn't work for many people with Asperger Syndrome and how to resolve these issues. Featuring personal stories from those with AS, the book highlights successful scenarios and provides suggestions for both employers and those in search of work on how to improve employment for the benefit of everyone.Asperger Syndrome and Employment provides essential information for those making the decisions and acknowledges what people with AS really want from a job so they can make employment work for them.Trade ReviewAnother Hendrickx' excellently researched and compiled books, this one is full of first-hand experiences of people in the world od work.Not just people on the spectrum telling you what worked for them and what didn't work for them> their colleagues, bosses and mentors also tell their experiences of working with someone on the spectrum. This is useful because then you can see what the situation looked like from someone else's view. -- Asperger UnitedWhere the book really excels in my opinion is when it discusses the training and support aspects of assisting those with AS in the workplace. Hendrickx has invaluable practical experience and affords advantages insight in many different areas. -- Aspergermanagement.orgIn this book, Sara Hendrickx has done an amazing job of educating not only potential employers but also potential Asperger employees on what they need to know to make this much needed relationship work. I highly recommend this book to parents, employers and individuals with Asperger Syndrome as a place to start in understanding the employment issues involved and supports needed, from a positive rather than negative perspective, before reading other, more detailed "how-to" books on this topic. -- www.siautism.netThis easy to read book gives a very good insight into Asperger Syndrome. It is specifically related to working environment and investigates why unenployment is disproportionally high. The anecdotal examples are excellent and give a true picture of how varied people are. There is helpful advice for employers and employees, although many tell of working for many years without disclosing their Asperger Syndrome to their employer. I would recommend it to people who work with young people who will soon be out in the working world. -- Speech and Language Therapy in PracticeTable of ContentsContents: Foreword. 1. Introduction. 2. How AS Affects Employment / Everything. 3. When Work Doesn't Work. 4. Asperger Syndrome and Employment - What Works and Why. 5. Early Experiences and Personal Circumstances. 6. TLogistics - Finding a Job. 7. Guidance and Training - Specialist Support for Individuals and Services. 8. How to Make Employment Work - Tips for Success. 9. Conclusion. References. Resources. Index.

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Book SynopsisAt least one in five pregnancies ends in miscarriage, yet pregnancy loss remains a taboo topic and effective aftercare is rarely available for those who have experienced it. Grief Unseen explains the different kinds of childbearing losses, such as failed fertility treatment, ectopic pregnancy, and stillbirth, and explores their emotional impact on women and their partners, and the process of healing.An established art therapist and mental health counselor, Laura Seftel shares her own experiences of miscarriage and recovery, and describes the use of art and ritual as a response to loss in traditional and modern cultures. She presents a rich variety of artists who have explored pregnancy loss in their work, including Frida Kahlo, Judy Chicago, and Tori Amos, and shows how people with no previous artistic experience can generate creative responses as part of the healing process. The book includes step-by-step exercises in guided imagery, poetry, visual art, journaling, and creating rituals.This accessible, positive resource will be useful to practitioners in the fields of medicine, mental health, art therapy, and counseling, as well as women and families who have suffered pregnancy loss.Trade ReviewGrief Unseen is worthwhile reading for every midwife and other provider who cares for patients who may experience perinatal loss. [It] will give new ideas to experienced midwives, student midwives, and graduates on how a non-therapist might encourage the expression of grief through ritual and art. -- Journal of Midwifery and Women's HealthI found this a very humane book, reaching out directly to those affected by pregnancy and loss, validating their experience and empowering their creativity and healing. I recommend it as an accessible, informative and positive resource for a broad range of professional practitioners, including counsellors working with any kind of reproductive loss. -- Kate Grieve, HCPJ MagazineThe book is primarily written for women and men who have lost a baby, and I imagine it being a huge comfort to them. The initial chapter sets the scene by stating that pregnancy loss is an invisible loss, so for many, their loss becomes an invisible grief. I feel it makes invaluable reading for anyone working in the helping professions... The text is well researched, easy to read, and enhanced by artwork from many contributors. Many of the case examples are multi-cultural. Examples of how women have expressed their grief by documenting their experiences on film, poetry, music and blogs are described. The last three chapters are the most useful for a counselor, providing practical guidance on creating healing rituals: bodywork, artwork, and exercises for writing, individually or in a therapeutic group. The author stresses that you don't need to be an artist to have a go, and that feelings may be expressed through creative processes that may be hard to verbalize... Whilst acknowledging that this way of working is not for all clients and counsellors, there I much useful material here for therapists who enjoy working creatively with their clients or that clients might be encouraged to experiment with on their own. In summary, a book that is definitely worth reading. -- Therapy TodayTable of ContentsForeword, Sherokee Ilse ,international speaker and author of Empty Arms: Coping With Miscarriage, Stillbirth and Infant Death. Introduction: A Grief Without Shape 1. My Story. 2. Losing a Dream. 3. Griefwork. 4. Singing the Silence. 5. Art in Therapy. 6. Lost Traditions: Butter, Toads and Miracles. 7. New Rituals: The Creative Response to Loss. 8. Creating Your Own Healing Practice through the Arts. 9. Creative Activities. 10. Conclusion. References. Further Reading. Useful Organizations. Subject Index. Author Index.

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Book SynopsisFor people on the autism spectrum dating is so often an elusive art form, requiring the very skills--in communication, and in social perception--that don't come naturally to them. This book presents strategies for overcoming social skills deficits and sensory issues, to make for relationship success.Emilia Murry Ramey and Jody John Ramey, both on the spectrum, reflect on their dating experiences and provide recommendations for relationships in both the short- and long-term. Their advice includes how to choose venues for meeting people that are free from discomfiting features; coping with typical experiences in the light of sensory issues such as close proximity with a partner, eye-contact, and physical intimacy; and moving on to extended, committed relationships, co-habiting and continuing to date after marriage.Thorough, accessible, and very encouraging, this book is a must-read for Autistic people, those who love them, and those who are in love with them.Trade ReviewAutistics' Guide to Dating: A Book by Autistics, for Autistics and Those Who Love Them or Who Are in Love with Them is a respectful and gentle book that offers hope and practical guidance to young adults on the autism spectrum and to their parents as these individuals prepare for successful dating and committed relationships. Emilia and Jody Ramey are a young and courageous married couple on the autism spectrum who like to tell stories. They are funny and typical in many ways as they describe revealing experiences about their own lives and the challenges they have had to face to get where they are today. The Rameys are college educated, creative and teach various forms of dance and choreography to people with and without disabilities. The goal of this book is to help other young adults on the spectrum prepare for their own struggles which they will face as people seeking loving relationship while overcoming their own challenges. Based on our clinical experiences, this book in fact will help many Autistic people, who are too often misunderstood, develop more meaningful relationships and live more enjoyable lives... We strongly recommend this short, humorous, encouraging and delightful book as a must read for Autistic people in search of a meaningful love relationship and also for those people who love them or are in love with them. -- Journal of Autism and Developmental DisordersThorough, accessible, and very encouraging, this book is a must-read for autistic people, those who love them, and those who are in love with them. -- Asperger East Anglia NewsletterThis book is an important read because it highlights what can be achieved; it shows that successful dating relationships can be formed regardless of disability, and therefore provides an attainable goal for other autistic people to aspire to. In this capacity, the book is a source of great inspiration. -- GAP Good Autism PracticeA book "by Autistics for Autistics" which presents strategies for overcoming social skills deficits and sensory issues. -- Current Awareness ServiceTable of Contents1. Setting the Stage. 2. What are Dating, Courting, and Friendship? 3. Meeting and Greeting. 4. Friendship to Dating. 5. When Should you Adjust your Relationship Status? 6. Encounters With Physical Intimacy. 7. Moving toward Marriage or Other Types of Long-Term Commitment. Appendix A: Interactive poetry. Appendix B: Perspectives in perspective. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisWhy do I have to go to school before the show that I am watching is over? Why do I have to wear shoes and a jacket when I go outside? Rules like these can be really frustrating - but they don't have to be!Why do I have to? looks at a set of everyday situations that provide challenges for children at home, with their friends, and at school. Laurie Leventhal-Belfer empathizes with children's wish to do things their way, explains clearly why their way does not work, and provides a list of practical suggestions for how to cope with these challenges and avoid feelings of frustration. This is the ideal book for children who have difficulty coping with the expectations of daily living, as well as for their parents and the professionals who work with them.Trade ReviewLaurie Leventhal-Belfer's WHY DO I HAVE TO? is a thoughtfully structured guide for children who are fustrated with everyday rules and adults who are fustrated with those children. This short book is packed with a comprehensive set of questions, phrased from a child's perspective, dealing primarily with social expectations...This book will be an invaluable addition to the shelves for the children who are challenged by the expectations of daily living. The insightful questions, thoughtful answers, and clinically tested suggestions will decrease fustration for children and parents alike. -- Journal of Autism and Developmental DisordersAs a SENCO I would recommend this book to staff in schools supporting pupils within the autistic spectrum and/or with ADHD. Finally, this book would also be a useful read for children, young people and their families. -- NASENThis book looks at everyday situations that can cause conflict for children with Asperger's syndrome at home, at school and with their friends. A useful tool to give parents and carers the confidence to tackle behaviours that are regular triggers for conflict. -- NaplicLaurie Leventhal-Belfer's approach shows empathy for children's wish to do things their way, explains why their way does not work, and provides a list of practical suggestions for how to cope with these challenges and avoid feelings of frustration. Her approach encourages children to be involved in determining solutions for dealing with daily rules and expectations...This is the ideal book for children who have difficulty coping with the expectations of daily living, as well as for their parents and the professionals who work with them. -- Speld Magazine, AustraliaThis is a useful self-help guide that tackles a wide range of issues... some of the strategies involve a lot of personal initiation... Although, this book is not explicitly aimed at children on the autism spectrum, it certainly tackles issues particular to this population. The author clearly has experience in this area.. she is founder and director of The Friends Program, the therapeutic group project for children with Asperger's in the US... it is certainly a resource that educational psychologists could use in their work with service users. It also be recommended as reading for some children, teachers and parents who are having particular issues with dealing with rules and need a logical explanation and some guidance. It is accessible and easy to read with amusing picture to add interest and most of all, there is a positive ethos underpinning this book, which helps reassure children that they are not alone in their frustrations and there are ways to help. -- Joanna Hill, Trainee EP * Debate - British Psychological Society *If you want a child with Asperger's syndrome to comply with a social or family rule, it is very important to explain the logical reason to comply. Laurie's book provides the logic for compliance that will be invaluable for parents and teachers. I know this book will become regular bed time reading and be used many times at home and at school. -- Professor Tony AttwoodDr. Laurie clearly understands how children with limited flexibility and difficulty coping think and respond. She has used her clinical experience to teach us how to help these children succeed. Dr. Laurie has provided a format, similar to Social Stories (TM), for reducing stress in daily life and for minimizing conflict stemming from unwritten or everyday rules. While there is no one solution for every child, the stories can be easily adapted for each child. She encourages children to be participants in determining solutions to their problems by providing simple, not simplistic, methods that work. -- Teri Wiss, M.A., O.T.R./L., Director of Development is CHILD'S PLAY!Table of ContentsPreface. Rules that can be frustrating at home: Why do I have to: Go to school before the show that I am watching is over? Wear shoes and a jacket when I go outside? Eat when I am not hungry? Rest when I am not tired? Go to the bathroom when I do not need to go? Share toys if I am still using them? Turn off the television or computer before my show or game is over? Stop talking about things that I like? Rules that may be frustrating about friends: Why do I have to: Play with my play date when I would rather play by myself? Say thank-you for a present that I do not like? Go to a friend's house when I would rather stay home? Let other kids play a game the "wrong" way? Apologize to other children for hurting them when they hurt me first? Listen to a friend talk about something that I do not find interesting? Rules that may be frustrating at school: Why do I have to: Listen to a story that I already know? Let my hands get dirty? Say hello with words instead of giving a friend a big hug or slap on the back? Only talk about what the teacher asked about? Tell my friends that I am no longer playing the game when they can see for themselves? Ask my teacher if I can leave the room? Sit in a chair to do my work when I work better standing up? Be quiet when I am working? Explain to an adult why I got into a fight when they should know? Do homework after I have been working in school all day? Appendix: Goal Chart.

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Book SynopsisMany people suffer from feelings of stress and anxiety in their everyday lives. For people with Asperger Syndrome (AS), this stress can be particularly difficult to manage. On a daily basis people with AS must fit into a world that seems totally foreign to them and this can increase feelings of alienation and anxiety, making life's challenges especially hard to cope with.The first book on anxiety written specifically for adults with Asperger Syndrome, this book offers practical advice on how individuals with AS can manage their anxiety more effectively. As a person with AS who has struggled with feelings of anxiety and learnt how to overcome them, Nick Dubin shares his own tried and tested solutions along with up-to-date research on stress management for individuals with AS, including a chapter on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Dubin explores the key problem areas that can lead to anxiety for people with AS such as lack of social skills, difficulties establishing romantic relationships and uncertainty about employment.Asperger Syndrome and Anxiety provides real solutions to a common problem and is essential reading for anyone with AS who has trouble managing stress. The book will also be of interest to family members, teachers and other professionals working with individuals with AS.Trade ReviewThe honest open approach to the difficultiesof Asperger syndrome is refreshing and there is a lot of good advice in this book that covers topics such as anxiety and relationships, employment, shame. Therapies that are available are covered in detail such as CBT and psychotherapy. -- Alex Lowery Speaks About Autism blogDubin's (Asperger Syndrome and Bullying) valuable guide acknowledges the anxiety inherent in Asperger syndrome. The suggested therapies and tone of self-acceptance make it valuable for people with AS, as well as their loved ones and mental health professionals... Dubin discusses how anxiety affects relationships and employment and suggests such adaptive techniques as cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and psychotherapy. -- Library JournalIn this short but informative guide for adults with Asperger syndrome (AS), Nick Dubin draws from sources as varied as cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness, Judaism, Jungian psychology, and perhaps most intriguingly, his own experiences a a person with AS. Using these sources combined with his unique perspective, he teaches adults with AS specific strategies for dealing with their daily anxiety... Dubin writes in an easy-to-read conversational style, unafraid of using personal examples to illustrate his points. One could imagine that a book so based on personal experience would apply only to a small subset of individuals who have had the exact same set of experiences or a personality similar to the author. However, Dubin is careful to relate his thoughts and experiences to general concepts, and it is likely that his psychological training has given him a a broader perspective. With this combination of experience and training, he succeeds at providing the reader with supportive understanding without coddling... Dubin's book is not idealistic - he is careful to frequently discuss limits and issues widely shared by people with AS and the effects that these can have on the prevalence of anxiety in daily life. Ultimately, his message is one of encouragement and empowerment. -- Journal of Autism Developmental DisorderI think this is a very good book - I'm going to stick my neck out and say that I think it will still be seen as one of the best books on AS an anxiety in ten years time, despite the rapid progress in the field. -- Aspergers UnitedNick Dubin is still in his early 30s. But by the time he reaches 50, he may very well have written a book on every psychological byproduct of life lived in the behavioral minority. 'Asperger's and Anxiety' is another great contribution towards our understanding all that the autism spectrum presents us. -- Michael John Carley, Executive Director of The Global and Regional Asperger Syndrome Partnership (GRASP) and author of Asperger's From the Inside OutNick Dubin is an excellent writer who wears his learning lightly. I highly recommend this book for all those touched by Asperger syndrome. -- Jenny Ravenhill, National Austistic SocietyNick Dubin's latest book is a remarkable and keenly insightful work from a brilliant and emerging leader in the autism self-advocacy community. Dubin's astute, insider's comprehension of Asperger's, coupled with his deft ability to convey such in prose, hits every note with spot-on clarity. His perspectives on spirituality are especially valuable. -- William Stillman, author of Autism and the God Connection and Demystifying the Autistic ExperienceNick Dubin has walked the walk growing to adulthood with Asperger's Syndrome. Now as a professional, he talks the talk in this landmark contribution. This is the first book to focus exclusively on Asperger's and anxiety. With keen intelligence, clarity, and insight, Nick applies evidence- based treatments and self-help strategies for individuals living with Asperger's. -- Robert A. Naseef, Ph.D., author of Special Children, Challenged Parents and co-editor of Voices from the SpectrumA remarkable and keenly insightful work from a brilliant and emerging leader in the autism self-advocacy community. -- William Stillman, author of Autism and the God Connection and Demystifying the Autistic ExperienceAs with the last book, this invaluable resource is chock full of practical solutions for identifying, reckoning with, and resolving the many sources of anxiety plaguing people with Asperger Syndrome. As a stalwart, trusty guide, Nick brings us to greater understanding of ourselves and towards being a better human being. A must read for anyone with Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism or persons supporting those on the autism spectrum. -- Stephen M. Shore, Professor of Special Education, Adelphi University and co-author of Choosing Home: Deciding to Homeschool with Asperger's SyndromeThis is an incisively written presentation for people with Asperger syndrome (AS), their families and professionals, written by someone with AS. -- The TeacherTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Foreword by Valerie Gaus. Introduction. 1. How Anxiety Works and Ways to Control It. 2. Asperger Syndrome and Anxiety. 3. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. 4. Mindfulness. 5. Anxiety amd Relationships. 6. Anxiety and Employment. 7. Selecting a Psychotherapist. 8. Meltdowns. 9. Anxiety and Shame.10 Anxiety and Health. 11. Anxiety and Spirituality. Epilogue. Appendix I: An Interview with My Parents. Appendix II: Recommended Books. Appendix III: Aspie Self Checklist. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisHow do you feel when you bite into a pear… wear a feather boa… stand in a noisy auditorium… or look for a friend in a crowd?Living Sensationally explains how people's individual sensory patterns affect the way we react to everything that happens to us throughout the day. Some people will adore the grainy texture of a pear, while others will shudder at the idea of this texture in their mouths. Touching a feather boa will be fun and luxurious to some, and others will bristle at the idea of all those feathers brushing on the skin. Noisy, busy environments will energize some people, and will overwhelm others.The author identifies four major sensory types: Seekers; Bystanders; Avoiders and Sensors. Readers can use the questionnaire to find their own patterns and the patterns of those around them, and can benefit from practical sensory ideas for individuals, families and businesses.Armed with the information in Living Sensationally, people will be able to pick just the right kind of clothing, job and home and know why they are making such choices.Trade ReviewDr. Winnie Dunn has solved one of the great mysteries of life -- the sensory puzzle! This amazing book helps everyone understand their sensory system and thereby improves quality of life. This book is essential for anyone who wants to understand themselves and their family, friends, and community. -- Brenda Smith Myles, University of Kansas, USALife is full of different sensations - we cannot escape them so why not delight in our daily sensory experiences! Using up to date research information, Winnie Dunn leads the reader through a personal discovery process about their sensory experiences. Through practical examples, you will learn how to live each day to match your activities with your sensory needs. The result can be educational, fun and fulfilling! -- Mary Law, Professor and Associate Dean of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University, Ontario, CanadaAbsorbing, not just reading, Living Sensationally makes one think of improvements in one's life and in one's relationship to others. Dunn covers areas of life from what one eats to how the home is arranged...Have a great time with this book, sharing its insights for yourself and others. I did! -- Advance for Occupational Therapy PractitionersExcellent introduction to sensory processing...The book is very readable and accessible. It allows people to examise their own reaction to sensation and offers practical suggestion as to how to adjust their environment or routines to be compatiable with their sensory type. -- COTSS PLDWhether the reader is an experienced practitioner, a caregiver of someone with sensory issues or just an average individual who happens to cut all the tags out of her shirts, this book speaks in entertaining and enlightening ways. One final thought: Dr. Dunn divulges her sensory pattern as "seeker" and her lovely photo with striking colors leads us to agree. -- Spring Science+Business MediaDr Dunn nicely frames sensory issues in the context of what we all experience regardless of ability or disability -- Journal of Autism & Developmental DisordersIt explains how our individual behaviours in every day life can be related to the way we respond to sensory experiences. Dunn begins by giving the tools to understand sensory patterns; encouraging the reader to relate the information to themselves, their friends, family and colleagues. The sensory pattern questionnaire enables the reader to identify which sensory pattern most applies to them, be it seeker, avoider, sensor or bystander... Throughout the book, practical tips for sensational living are provided about how to adjust living situations to meet everyone's sensory needs to create a more harmonious living, working and leisure space. An easy read for those who want to increase their understanding of themselves and others through the senses. -- British Journal of Occupational TherapyTable of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgements. Section 1: Learning about the Sensory Patterns. 1. Sensation is Everywhere! 2. How the Sensory Systems Work. 3. Cracking Your Sensory Code. Sensory Patterns Questionnaire. Section 2: Daily Life and Relationships. 4. Sensational Daily Life: Living Each Day with Your Very Own Style. 5. Sensational Relationships. 6. "Sense" Able Parenting: Negotiating Life with Your Children. Section 3: Cracking the Sensory Code in Specific Areas of Living. 7. Hungry? Let your Senses Lead the Way! 8. Sensational Wardrobes. 9. Your Home is Your Castle: Creating Living Spaces that Meet Your Sensory Needs. 10. Work Is Life Too: Knowing Sensory Patterns at Work Helps You Succeed. 11. Sensational Leisure and Recreation: Let's Get Personal. Bibliography.

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Book SynopsisThis book is full of creative ideas for use with children who have difficulty in coping with change, stress and normal levels of anxiety. Supported by a comprehensive but accessible theory section, the practical exercises are a simple and fun way of helping children to learn healthy stress management strategies.Deborah Plummer offers over 100 activities and games specifically aimed at helping children to build emotional resilience. With a mixture of short, snappy activities and longer guided visualizations, these exercises are suitable for use with individuals or groups, and many are appropriate for use with children with complex needs or speech and language difficulties. This unique photocopiable activity book will be an invaluable resource for parents, carers, teachers, therapists and anyone looking for creative, enjoyable ways of helping children to cope with change, stress and anxiety. It is primarily designed for use with individuals and groups of children aged 7-11, but the ideas can easily be adapted for both older and younger children and children with learning difficulties.Trade ReviewThis book provides practical activities and strategies for carers of children who are experiencing stress, or who have difficulty coping with changes, or are prone to mild/moderate anxiety... Overall, I found the book easy to read and with some good practical ideas to help children cope with change and stress. -- Adoption TodayThis book is especially helpful for children with age appropriate language levels and an ability to use images and imagination to develop an understanding of their own emotions. Many of the exercises can also be adapted for use with children with complex needs or speech and language difficulties.I found this thoughtful book an excellent and helpful resource. -- Anxiety UKDeborah Plummer provides a refreshingly light, accessible text that addresses a serious issue. Packed with activities aimed at helping children to understand and manage their emotions, the target readership is primarily teachers, social workers, carers and parents. However, the book provides a useful resource for anyone seeking creative ways to help children deal with stress, anxiety and change. The photocopiable activities and suggested discussion points are pitched at children aged seven to 11, but they lend themselves to adaptation for both older and younger children. They are also adaptable if necessary, to meet the specific needs of children with communication and learning difficulties, and those who do not have English as their first language... The book's main strengths are two-fold: accessibility and versatility. It can be used as a resource to "dip into", with each part of the book being sufficiently discrete to facilitate this. Alternatively, it can be used as the basis for a "course" on coping with stress, anxiety and change. Versatility also means that the activities can be used with individual or groups of children. Irrespective of the mode of use, readers are at liberty to choose the most appropriate salient parts of the book to meet their needs. Overall, Plummer claims to have provided a resource with practical activities and strategies to help children cope with change, stress and anxiety. -- Wiley Online LibraryThis book is a most valuable resource for the parent, the primary teacher, the nursery nurse or indeed, for any adult who is concerned with helping children to cope with the difficulties and challenges involved in a child's emotional development... In practice, the handbook inspires an abundance of creative and imaginal experiences and exercises to enable children to develop creativity, self-awareness and to raise self-esteem. The photocopiable resources are attractive and stimulating and designed to promote problem-solving, to develop resilience, and to begin to understand and self-regulate difficult feelings. The approach aims also to develop the child's emotional literacy, allowing the child to name and understand emotions that otherwise might have the capacity to overwhelm them. -- BACP, Counselling Children and Young PeopleThis book is an excellent blend of practical activities to help promote emotional health, and accessible theory to help practitioners to understand why we behave as we do, and what can be done to help children develop positive choices and emotional security... This is a most helpful and well organized for anyone involved in the holistic development of children. It is well written, clear and jargon free, with a good balance of theoretical explanation and practical activities. It has a useful list of story books (although by no means exhaustive) for use in these contexts, an index and an activities index. -- School Librarian JournalThe exercises encourage children to link behaviours with anxiety and stress, and promote the idea of a toolbox of activities to minimise them. The book is intended for seven to 11 year olds but could be expanded to a wider age range. It would be a valuable resource for SLTs who manage emotionally-distressed children with language and social communication disorders, particularly those working in child and adolescent mental health services. -- Bulletin of the Royal College of Speech and Language TherapistsThis book is full of creative ideas for use with children who have difficulty in coping with change, stress and normal levels of anxiety...This unique photocopiable activity book will be an invaluable resource for parents, carers, teachers, therapists and anyone looking for creative, enjoyable ways of helping children to cope with change, stress and anxiety. -- SMIRA (Selective Mutism Information and Research Association)is perfect for schools and teachers working with kids ages 7 and older. It offers a fully photocopiable set of activities, and combines theory with games and activities designed to help kids manage their emotions. A fine pick for any teacher's collection. -- The BookwatchTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Preface. Part 1. Being There: Interacting Mindfully. 1. Supporting Emotional Well-being. 2. Understanding Why We Do the Things We Do. 3. Encouraging Imaginative Solutions. Part 2. Skills for Life. 4. Self-awareness. 5. Imagework. 6. Feelings. Part 3. Coping with Change. 7. Thinking About Change. 8. Preparing for Change. 9. Making a Change. Part 4. Coping with Stress. 10. What is Stress? 11. Changing How We Feel. Part 5. Coping with Anxiety. 12. Thinking, Feeling, Doing. 13. What We Do with Worries. Part 6. Moving On. 14. Setting Goals and Celebrating. Index. Activities Index.

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Book SynopsisIt can be hard to know what to talk about with a bereaved person over a period of time once you have offered your condolences. This book shows how, by using good active listening skills, empathic exploration and a willingness to talk about the hard issues, you can embark on a process of sensitive conversation that helps the bereaved person to come to terms with their grief.Dodie Graves outlines a practical framework of six elements for conversing with bereaved people in a structured but flexible way that avoids prescriptive instructions. The elements include talking about the story of the deceased, their relationship with the person, celebrating their life, discussing their legacy, strategies for coping and thinking about the journey undertaken. She shows how to use the elements in conversations with individuals and groups, and for each element suggests creative activities and open questions that can be used, provides anecdotes and case vignettes, and gives a brief summary of the theory pertinent to each stage of the conversation. Talking with Bereaved People is an approachable tool for anyone working with bereaved people, including counsellors, voluntary bereavement agencies, church pastoral teams, hospice and hospital staff, trainers and social workers.Trade ReviewI wish his book had been around at the beginning of my career... It contains compassionate, practical wisdom on talking with people who are bereaved and will be useful to a wider readership than bereavement volunteers... This is a must-have book for libraries and those working with the bereaved in any setting. -- Nursing StandardTo call this volume a "hands-on" book captures of the heart of it, but does not do it full justice. Its author, an experienced bereavement counsellor, seeks to offer guidance and wise advice about an area of people-work that is always challenging yet strangely rewarding in equal measure: how do you talk with someone who has been bereaved? Graves deliberately adopts a conversational style throughout the book, so that on every page, the reader feels a direct link with her. She speaks from a wealth of professional and personal experience that gives her book a validity and authenticity. -- British Journal of Social Workthe value of this book is that it is an up-to-the-minute, insightful and comprehensive compilation of experience and knowledge in the field of bereavement counselling... It is well suited to a wide rage of readers, from people new to the topic of bereavement work through to experienced counsellors. It would be a particularly useful resource for people training counsellors and bereavement support workers, and a valuable addition to Institutions' libraries. -- Counselling Today (NZ)This book is essential reading for people who offer support to the bereaved. Anyone seeking to increase their understanding or deepen te quality of their relationship with bereaved people will also gain a great deal from it. The author has made an excellent contribution to the field of thanatology. -- Therapy TodayThe structure of the book and chapers mean the text is accessible and easy-to-read. The use of vignettes, examples and brief exercises are effective and the framework provided for communication is helpful...This is a usful book that will be of interest to the range of individuals (and agencies) that work with individuals who have been bereaved. -- Professional Social Work, Bridget Penhale, Reader in GerontologyI found this book to be very appropriate for me in my role as a counsellor coordinating a hospice-based bereavement support service, and also as a trainer and supervisor of volunteers.It was very easy to read and digest, and I particularly like the style of writing. I really felt I was with the author having a conversation. I felt included, and questions I had seemed to be pre-empted and explained or clarified the further I read. The dialogue was punctuated with personal and volunteers' experiences, which allowed for further explanation of the points being talked about.The invitations to the reader to do an activity or reflection were natural and I felt I wanted to do them, not that I should do them- this element I think will be most helpful for volunteers. The six dimensions, again are simple, clearly explained and easy to understand and carry out, I think even a bereaved person reading this book would find it helpful or useful in their journey. Explanations of core models and theories are easy to read and understand for all levels of reader.An excellent book which prompts development of existing knowledge whilst encouraging and inspiring new volunteers in their conversations with bereaved people. -- Jane Murray, Bereavement Co-ordinator, Marie Curie Hospice, Solihull, BirminghamThis book is like all the best things in life: Common sense mixed with insight and experience. It is backed with the theories necessary for every academic subject that in my opinion, in bereavement work should be read, ingested and put to the back of our minds to be drawn upon when needed, but not at the expense of experience.Dodie Graves has made Talking with bereaved people look an easy work, but that is because she has the expertise needed to make it look that way. She has used her wide knowledge of the field, experience of bereaved people, excellent listening skills and sensitivity, along with the intelligence to know how much of each ingredient needs to go into the mix.This book is suitable for people working in the bereavement support field on a good many levels. For new volunteers it is accessible, easy to understand and the use of case studies and personal anecdotes brings it to life. On the other hand, qualified counsellors with experience of general work, perhaps in doctors' surgeries or counselling agencies, would find so much to help them understand what makes bereaved people think and behave as they do. It will also reassure those who are unused to the vast differences in reactions to grief that there are very few occasions when a bereaved person's emotional or physical behaviour can seriously be called unusual or complicated. Given time, patience and a good listener, most people have the inbuilt resilience to work their way through their grief. Dodie encourages this and shows how, with her help, we could all walk beside bereaved people on their journey. -- Diana Rivers, independent counsellor, supervisor and consultant trainer for bereavement servicesTable of ContentsPreface. The Basis of Talking with Bereaved People. A Brief Introduction to the Six Elements. Chapter 1. Element 1: There is a Story. Chapter 2. Element 2: There is a Relationship. Chapter 3. Element 3: There is a Life to Celebrate. Chapter 4. Element 4: There is a Legacy Left Behind. Chapter 5. Element 5: There is a Strategy For Coping. Chapter 6. Element 6: There is a Journey Undertaken. Chapter 7. There are Difficult Issues to Explore. Conclusion. Appendix: An Overview of the Six Elements. References. Further Reading. Useful Resources. Index.

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Book SynopsisA thorough and comprehensive guide for both education professionals and those affected by dyslexia, this book is predominantly a guidebook. It includes lots of practical advice and is based on the authors’ sound knowledge of current theory and practice. It includes: photocopiable materials contact and reference details personal organisation advice ways forward for potential problems information on secondary or associated difficulties. Table of ContentsDyslexia, Legal and Administrative Issues. Assessment and Diagnosis. Effects of Dyslexia on Literacy Skills. Effects of Dyslexia on Studying and Learning. Secondary and Associated Difficulties. Choosing a Degree Subject – Horses for Courses. University-Based Support. Roles and Responsibilities of Staff and Students. Study Skills for the Dyslexic Student. CD Photocopiable Resources

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