Health & Wellbeing Books

Book SynopsisApproximately 2/3 of all children referred to mental health agencies are labelled as having Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorder, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. These children are at increased risk for poor outcomes including academic failure, deviant peer groups, drug use, violence, and delinquency. Identifying and treating these children as early as possible offers promise for strengthening child protective factors such as social, emotional, and academic competence and effective parenting, thereby preventing and reducing the development of conduct problems and other secondary risk factors. The book has two elements -- first it allows parents to tell their stories: sharing what it is like to have a "problem" child as well as the long and painful route to finding support and recovery through parent and child training. The book also elucidates in detail the "collaborative process" of therapists working together with families. This process combines the knowledge and expertise of the clinician with the unique strengths, perspectives, culture and goals of parents. Essentially the goal is to empower parents by making them active partners in the therapy process, teaching them parenting strategies to cope effectively with their child and strengthen their relationship as well as build support networks. The book uses case examples to illustrate these points and provides examples of how to tailor the parent programs for high-risk populations and multicultural families. Examples of when and how to add adjunct therapies such as child and teacher training are also discussed, providing a comprehensive guide for the collaborative process for therapists using the Incredible Years® programs.Table of ContentsIntroduction to Child Conduct Disorders; Overview of Treatment Approaches and Research; Parenting a Child with Conduct Disorders: "Families Under Siege"; Content of Incredible Years® Parenting Pyramid Foundation--Building Children's Social and Emotional Competence; Content of Incredible Years® Parenting Pyramid Foundation: Typical Parent Questions; Content of Incredible Years® Parenting Pyramid Discipline: Reducing Children's Behavior Problems; Content of Incredible Years® Parenting Pyramid Discipline: Typical Questions; Working with Parents of Children with Conduct Problems: The Collaborative Process Using Theory Driven Clinical Principles; Therapist Roles in Facilitating the Collaborative Learning Process; Parents Undergoing Therapy: An Experience of Gaining Knowledge and Control; Affirming Diversity: Maintaining Program Fidelity while Achieving Cultural Sensitivity; The Incredible Years Child Dinosaur Social; Emotional and Problem-Solving Skills Program; Tailoring the IY Parent and Child Programs for Child Welfare Referred Families; Case Example: Targeting Multiple Areas of Risk with a Coordinated Approach; Epilogue and Future Directions.

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Book SynopsisWith the help of snapshots, moments frozen in time, Cathy Sosnowsky relives her dark passage through a mother''s worst nightmares: a painful illegal abortion followed by the loss of her daughter, Suzannah, who died shortly after birth; the accidental death of her beloved "gift child", Alex, at age 17; and the loss of her two adopted children, Michael and Tanya, each of whom, at age 14, turned to drugs, prostitution, and a life on the streets. Somehow, through her heartbreak, Cathy found a way to hold on, and, in some ways, to prevail. Her devastation at losing Alex gave rise to the published poet and to the healer who has helped countless bereaved parents all over the world. And through the crucible of suffering came unexpected rebirths -- being a grandmother to Ainsley, the baby she tried to talk Tanya out of having; her son Michael''s transformation from criminal to successful international ESL teacher; and her marriage to Woldy, strengthened through trials that few couples survive. Although triumphant, "Snapshots" is not the story of a perfect human being. A major strength of this memoir is Cathy''s honest account of her failings and challenges -- the times when a gin and tonic was the high point of her day; the times when she shut her adopted children out of her heart; the times when her grief consumed her so completely that suicide seemed like an option. "Snapshots" reminds us that a good life arises less from luck and more from finding ways to abide with, and perhaps transcend our misfortunes. It also reminds us that it is by her faith, persistence, and courage that a woman gives birth to what can never be lost -- herself. Cathy Sosnowsky''s inspiring story proves Simone de Beauvoir''s famous words: "One is not born a woman, one becomes one".

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Book SynopsisFood sovereignty goes beyond addressing the need to secure a daily food source. Food sovereignty means having the right to determine where your food comes from and how it is produced. In 2008, alarmed by the impact agro-business was having on Canadian food quality and security, Kristeva Dowling decided to take control of her own food source. In an attempt to achieve 100 percent self-sufficiency on her small holding in BC''s Bella Coola Valley, she ploughed under her land, converted her garage to an intensive care unit for chickens and learned to hunt, fish, gather and preserve her own food. In the tradition of the "back-to-the-landers" of the ''60s, Dowling sheds the habits of her urban life and, with no agricultural background, begins an emotional and political journey towards independence. Dowling''s story is a witty, humorous and often bizarre journey of trial and error. Between rendering maple syrup, mothering baby chicks, canning hundreds of pounds of preserves, tracking wild game and growing her own wheat, Dowling finds time to reflect on her new-found tangible skills, her intangible problems and the politics and legislative barriers that face BC''s small farming community. This book is about a common dream: to leave the city and return to a simpler life. It is a story of success, failure and determination, which is guaranteed to make you laugh, shake your head in disbelief and get damned angry.

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Book SynopsisPromotes healthy eating habits and information on the benefits of traditional and selected market foods. Topics include past and present food patterns, healthy foods and nutrients, special diet principles for heart disease, diabetes, lactose intolerance, and special needs for pregnancy and infant feeding, and elders.

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Book Synopsis"Traditional food production and food economies have changed drastically as a result of social, economic, and political influences. A decrease in subsistence production and consumption of country food and concomitant increase in imported and prepared food has brought increased health risks. But neither are country foods without risk, with impacts of contamination, climate, and cultural change. Contributions from a 5-year multi-disciplinary study examine the impacts of development and environmental change, conservation, co-management and quota systems, fur boycotts and anti-sealing lobbies, the disruption of traditional distribution networks, impacts of new technologies, transportation and infrastructure, the influence of wage economies, market forces, social policies, as well as legal and jurisdictional influences. Issues and their intensity vary between regions of the circumarctic, but many common themes emerge. Introduction by Gerard Duhaime and Nick Bernard. Chapters by: Sophie Theriault, Ghislain Otis, Gerard Duhaime, and Christopher Furgal; Gerard Duhaime, Eric Dewailly, Paule Halley, Christopher Furgal, Nick Bernard, Anne Godmaire, Carole Blanchet, Heather Myers, Stephanie Powell, Susie Bernier, and Jacques Grondin; Heather Myers, Stephanie Powell, and Gerard Duhaime; Heather Myers, Stephanie Powell, and Gerard Duhaime; Marcelle Chabot; Rasmus Ole Masmussen, Gerard Duhaime, Eric Dewailly, Christopher Furgal, Nick Bernard, Carole Blanchet, Peter Bjerregaard, and Alexandre Morin; Rasmus Ole Rasmussen; Josee Arsenault; Ludger Muller-Wille, Leo Granberg, Mika Helander, Lydia Heikkila, Anni-Siiri Lansman, Tuula Tuisku, and Delia Berrouard; Ludger Muller-Wille, Jorunn Eikjok, and Dietbert Thannheiser; Tuula Tuisku; Larissa Abrutina; Chris D. James Paci, Cindy Dickson, Scot Nikels, Hing Man Chan, and Christopher Furgal; and Gerard Duhaime and Nick Bernard. Poster presentations presented as plates by: Gerard Duhaime, Nick Bernard, and Alexandre Morin; Ghislain Otis and Sophie Theriault; Paule Halley and Genevieve Parent; Marcelle Chabot; Paule Halley; Marie-Josee Verreault and Paule Halley; Alexandre Morin and Gerard Duhaime; Veronique Belanger and Paul Halley; and Anne Godmaire and Gerard Duhaime. "

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Book SynopsisThe Alberta government has been looking to the private sector—and in particular to private health insurance—to solve health care problems. In this highly readable and well-researched book, Diana Gibson and Colleen Fuller get to the real story behind private health insurance and offer viable solutions for strengthening Canada’s public health care system from within.

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Book SynopsisBabies are life''s little miracles. Everything about them -- from conception to birth and beyond -- is fascinating. Book of Babies includes intriguing scientific facts, strange stories, famous stars and their little ones, and cultural traditions from across the globe: * The Chinese believe that if a pregnant woman reads good poetry and thoughtful books, her child will develop a thoughtful and intelligent disposition * During a newborn''s first month, you can expect to change diapers 12 to 16 times per day; if using disposable diapers, expect to spend about $72 per month * According to number crunchers at the Population Reference Bureau in Washington, DC, as many as 106 billion people have been born throughout the history of the world * Spanish mother Maria del Carmen Bousada de Lara delivered twin boys on December 29, 2006, and celebrated her 67th birthday seven days later * Despite the urban legend, babies are born with kneecaps, but they are more cartilage than bone and ossify around the three-year mark for girls and at age four or five for boys * Weird cravings are common to most pregnant women -- Nicole Kidman craved radishes. * And much more.

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Book SynopsisNaming your child can be one of the biggest decisions of early parenting because whatever name you choose becomes the identity of your baby for life. With all the choices, it can be difficult to decide on a traditional name, a new-age name, a family name, a name inspired by celebrity or even a name that no one has ever heard of. One thing is certain: the possibilities are almost never-ending. Canadian Baby Names helps put a handle on what''s in a name and highlights the interesting history behind the most popular names in Canada throughout the 20th and 21st centuries.

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Book SynopsisProcrastination is a frustrating habit, but it can also disrupt our health and happiness. 'Isn't it about time?' explores and explains why we put things off. The book is full of useful ways to overcome procrastination, and to create a more satisfying, exciting and productive life. Andrea Perry is an experienced psychotherapist who recognises that if people could 'just do it', with or without fear, they would. She describes how we need to develop trust in our abilities to follow our own logic into satisfying action, and how procrastination is a strategy to compensate for significant gaps in this process. She shows how to identify how you block your natural tendency to be effective and creative, and how to build on your strengths and give your tendency to procrastinate something better to do. Accessible and practical, illustrated with humorous and pertinent cartoons, 'Isn't it about time?' provides a rich variety of ideas which help you overcome delay and accomplsih what you need and want to do - today, not tomorrow.Table of ContentsContents include; How and why we learn to put things off; why it's not a good idea to call yourself a procrastinator; creative ways to make changes, using body, mind and feelings; finding support; what to do if someone you love procrastinates

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Book SynopsisSeveral studies have looked at populations of volunteers, women from the electoral roll and women attending general practices, and have reported the ultrasound appearance of polycystic ovaries in as many as one in three to one in five. If groups of women with irregular periods are looked at, up to 90% will have polycystic ovaries at ultrasound. Similarly, when women with increased facial and body hair are screened, about 90% will have polycystic ovaries, as will three out of four women with acne. It has also been suggested by some studies that women with recurrent miscarriage or early pregnancy loss after in-vitro fertilisation have an increased incidence of polycystic ovaries. However, not all studies support this hypothesis, and additional research is needed to evaluate this further. This book looks at the historical background of this condition; the structure and function of the female genital organs; symptoms and signs; diagnostic techniques; the inheritance of polycystic ovary syndrome; long-term effects; lifestyle factors; polycystic ovaries and the skin; ovulation induction; surgical treatment to induce ovulation; in-vitro fertilisation; pregnancy outcomes.

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Book SynopsisAny breast operation is a significant event. This book provides information to help to lessen the fear and gives practical advice for patients returning to a normal life.Table of ContentsContents include: an explanation of the benign causes of lumps and pain in the breast; an outline of the different types of cancer of the breast; a description of investigative and diagnostic procedures; a look at preparation for surgery; the different surgical procedures and what to expect after surgery; a discussion on radiotherapy and chemotherapy; an explanation of breast reconstruction.

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Book SynopsisThis remarkable book is long overdue. It provides the insights essential for the lay reader to take personal control of their long-term health, and physical and emotional well-being. It empowers and educates the non-doctor like no book before it. The complexities and limitations of both modern medicine and alternative therapies, are explained in a way that is entertaining and easy to understand. More importantly however, the book provides access to state-of-the-art advice, not only for effective diet and weight control, but also for side-stepping Syndrome X and the other common serious illnesses, that confront all of us in the new millennium. Using a patient-centred and evidence-based approach, it reflects the dramatic changes in the way medical care will be delivered in the future i.e. as an equal and mutually respectful partnership between well-informed patient and hopefully, well-informed doctor. Although written to provide the perfect medical advice manual for the lay public, the book is an excellent source of current medical knowledge, relating to the common diseases, and provokes and challenges in such a way, that it is likely to be widely read by the profession at large.

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Book SynopsisWhat exactly is love? How many different kinds of love are there? Have the metaphors for love changed much over the centuries? What are the best classical love stories? Is love universal? In this fascinating and lovely little book, packed with rare and beautiful pictures, Jason Martineau takes us on a journey through the landscape of love, combining ideas from both ancient and modern sources to explore life's most prominent and provocative theme. WOODEN BOOKS are small but packed with information. "Fascinating" FINANCIAL TIMES. "Beautiful" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "Rich and Artful" THE LANCET. "Genuinely mind-expanding" FORTEAN TIMES. "Excellent" NEW SCIENTIST. "Stunning" NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, big ideas.

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Book SynopsisHow does Robin Hood hit the target every time? What is the secret of a good memory? How do you slip past guards in broad daylight? Are there simple ways of boosting creativity, health, and happiness? Bringing together wisdom traditions from all over the world, mind-coach Steven Saunders reveals the arcane tricks of Greek heroes, politicians, spin doctors, athletes, and salesmen. With illustrations by Matt Tweed, this book will help you develop in ways you never even imagined. WOODEN BOOKS are small but packed with information. "Fascinating" FINANCIAL TIMES. "Beautiful" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "Rich and Artful" THE LANCET. "Genuinely mind-expanding" FORTEAN TIMES. "Excellent" NEW SCIENTIST. "Stunning" NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, big ideas.

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Book SynopsisDespite the current emphasis on ''healthy eating'' obesity has been increasing at an alarming rate, especially in children, and chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease are reaching epidemic levels. Barry Groves tells us that this is because ''healthy eating'' is anything but that; it is far too high in carbohydrates, especially refined carbs, and far too low in fats. Unlike carbohydrates, or proteins, fats do not compromise our insulin levels. They keep our metabolism functioning at a healthily high level and they stop us getting hungry too quickly. And they do not raise our cholesterol levels. Based on years of research, and personal experience, this book tells us how to change our diets and what the benefits of doing so will be. Practical and clearly explained, you cannot read this book without realising it is time to change.

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Book SynopsisChronic fatigue syndrome, or myalgic encephalitis, (CFS/ME) affects approximately 180,000 people in the UK. In addition to persistent and abnormal tiredness, sufferers commonly experience muscle pain, headaches, sleep disturbance and loss of concentration as well as a huge range of other symptoms. At its worst it can be completely disabling and yet it is still poorly understood and often regarded as purely psychological. This makes it doubly difficult for sufferers and their carers to cope with. This practical manual comes from a nationally recognized centre for the condition and is jointly written by health professionals and their patients. They give straightforward and specific expert advice, accompanied by real life stories, on managing different aspects of everyday life that can affect energy and they show how to put this advice into practice. They understand the way fatigue affects concentration and therefore break their guidance into easy-to-follow steps that can be worked through at the reader's own pace. Unlike other available books, this does not cover causes, symptoms or the controversy around whether the condition is 'real'. It is purely about how to get better. It is for patients who have been diagnosed with CFS/ME and for their carers. It is also highly relevant to health professionals wanting to provide their patients with self-help strategies that are compatible with the current evidence base. Anyone suffering ongoing, abnormal fatigue will likewise find it a 'must read'.Table of Contents1. What we know about CFS/ME; 2. Grading activity - the effect of activity on energy levels and how to break it down into manageable parts; 3. Rest - understanding rest and improving its quality; 4. Sleep - normal sleep patterns and factors that can affect them; 5. Diet - how food relates to energy; 6. Stress and relaxation - the physiological relationship between demand and energy and how to reduce stress; 7. Thoughts and feelings - how to use basic cognitive behavioural strategies to recognise patterns of thinking and change them to improve fatigue management; 8. Memory and concentration - factors that can influence memory and concentration and how to combat them; 9. Dealing with other people - basic assertion techniques and how to deal with disapproval; 10. Physical activity and exercise - improving posture and physical activity within the limitations of CFS; 11. Relapses and setbacks - how to cope with increased symptoms and lack of progress; 12. Carers - understanding CFS from the outside and how help someone to recover.

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Book SynopsisBased on her hit Allotment Tales column for "The Scotsman and New Consumer Magazine", Antonia Swinson - the First Lady of the allotment - shares, not only her tips for gardening and allotment management, but also the effect of her time spent in the mud. Written with humour and vim You Are What You Grow is her extraordinary original vision of how the world ticks. Scything down the caricature of the allotmenteer, this is a social and political critique from an allotmenteer's point of view. Antonia explores issues such as the history of British land ownership, organic produce and self-sufficiency, community building and the psychological benefits to be found by allotmenteering. The work is divided by season with gardening tips, money saving ideas and promotion of healthy, and organic food.Trade ReviewMore a lively account of her musings over a year spent in her plot than a practical guide to growing radishes, but gives food for thought, as well as for the plate. THE SUNDAY TIMESYou Are What You Grow, Antonia Swinson's charming and amusing essays on our relationship with the earth, allotments and food and her reflections on our relationships with the land are the ideal accompaniment to Shakespeare, taking us out of our fuggy living rooms and into the reality that Shakespeare faced on his yearly returns to Stratford. THE GUIDE

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Book SynopsisHow can I help my child that has got dyslexia or dyspraxia? Perhaps you''ve just found out your child has dyslexia, or suspect your child may have dyspraxia. This can be a confusing time for any parent, full of worry and uncertainty. Author Sally McKeown gets right to the heart of the matter in How to Help your Child with Dyslexia and Dyspraxia. She brings you expert knowledge of exactly what dyslexia and dyspraxia are and how they can affect your child’s life. Through the experiences of other parents, Sally dispels common myths and helps you to better understand and support your child. From getting a diagnosis to making sure you get enough support from your school this guide is packed with advice to make your life easier. It’s packed with practical ways to help your child, including: • how to build your child''s confidence if it has been knocked • how you can help with homework, without doing it • games, activities and hob

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Book SynopsisMany of us who participate in adventure sports have wondered: "What if the worst really happened? What if everything I have held so dear were to be taken away in the blink of an eye: my way of living, my job, my social life ... everything!?" An inspiring tale of a remarkable recovery from a hugely challenging, life-threatening accident. In 2013 he was caught in an avalanche which swept him over a cliff. Despite falling 140 metres and suffering serious brain injuries he survived. His prognosis was that in time he might be able to communicate by blinking. Nine years later he has made a remarkable recovery and though sheer determination recovered his fitness levels. Pete does have speech problems and an odd gait but he has gone on to find new challenges. He has recently cycled the equivalent distance to once around the equator and continues to live life to the full.

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Book SynopsisIn 30 simple lessons Positivity shows you the way to lead a fulfilling and enjoyable life. It focuses on what you secretly know or are learning about but aren't putting into practice: Fear – how to confront the monster and move ahead; Compliments – how praising someone can come back tenfold; Responsibility – how this is the key to empowerment; Stress – how to channel the energy into something better; Confidence – how to get it and put it to good use In a nutshell, we are quick to forget key ideas, thoughts, experiences and lessons that we use on a daily basis. Yet it is these things that make us who we are and make our life what it is. This book is part autobiography; each chapter will give you an insight into the author's life - both on a personal and business level. The chapters will also present the philosophies, the psychology, the lessons learnt and knowledge that she has built up over her life to date. The lessons are very simple and easy to grasp and the book is written in such a way that you can read it all in one go or dip in and out at your leisure. So if you want to transform your life read POSITIVITY now.

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Book Synopsis''I was musing on Singapore in all its affluent glory still having shrines for the dead on every street corner during The Festival of the Hungry Ghosts''. Then I was musing on how the socially mobile of modern western society eschew death rites and grieving in the name of ''holding it together'' and being progressive. I thought of which civilizations are falling and which are rising again, and wondered whether acknowledging death and the ancestors is a vital part of a maintaining personal identity and our place in society. I remember how my grieving father mourned for all the information he had relied on his deceased wife remembering; information which was now lost. I recalled Michael Crichton''s words If you don''t know (your family''s) history, then you don''t know anything. You are a leaf that doesn''t know it is part of a tree.'' Then I thought maybe someone should write about the cults of the ancestors and death, perhaps an anthology, perhaps cross relate experiences of loss to personal spirituality and magick and history. I know that years of working with the dead in the name of art and spirituality, didn''t prepare me for the death of my mother. What helped me was the advice of someone from a long tradition of working with the ancestors. I think that collecting the experiences of spiritual practitioners in their working with grief and death is part of a living and necessary tradition that will give respect to the dead and strength, identity and support to our own personal spirituality.'' Within this book are rituals, stories, traditions and experiences of magicians'' scholars and artists who work with death. Some of the contributors such as Nema, Mogg Morgan, Louis Martine and Nevill Drury (to name but a few) have helped define contemporary transformative spirituality. Others are less well known but just as learned. As there should be in such a collection there is comedy, anger confrontation and practicality. This anthology is about who we are, and where we come from. It is also about how we change. A Contemporary Western Book of the Dead contains voices and visions that acknowledge our past, feed our present and guide the direction of our future.

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Book SynopsisMany people are interested in dreams but few have much of interest to say about them. This book is different and worth attention. It began as a simple question, any one of us might ask: Why do some people have success and money, while others spend their lives scraping spare change together for the most basic of things? Why do certain people always seem to make the right decisions & come out on top, even when they get some things wrong? (p8) The surprising answer lay in the world of dreams, their interpretation and of how some dreamers have made self-analysis such as useful personal resource. The author shares many personal experiences as well as those drawn from a general survey of peoples dream world. She explores the entire scene from Sigmund Freud up to more recent guides for the perplexed. She goes deep, revealing over 100 dream symbols, anything from new houses, through dream lovers to aliens. Not revealing the content of a dream to another, at least until you have interpreted and gained from it. This, just one secret she gleaned. Dreams are postcards, straight from your subconscious, telling you about you. One of her informants told a colleague, whom she had hitherto trusted, of a strange dream she had just had about a mutual colleague. then watched mortified as her otherwise trusted but obviously jealous colleague, strode boldly to the dream subject, and told them all the gory details. But the dream was not necessarily about anyone in particular, their appearance was most likely the personification of anxiety about an unfamiliar working environment. A secret unwanted admirer or personification of someones angst - better not say anything? The author is drawing upon the wisdom of sages and writers from times past. All of which shows how dreams reveal the blocks that are holding one''s life up. Along the way, she explores those uncharted depths of consciousness. And shows how successful people have always tuned into the subconscious, conversing with so-called dream counsellors who really did change their future.

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Book SynopsisThe 2024 edition of the bestselling Handbook series includes the complete testable materials from Life in the United Kingdom: A guide for new residents, the official Home Office materials. Passing the Life in the UK test is a compulsory requirement for anyone wanting to live permanently in Britain or become a British citizen. This practical study guide makes preparing for the test a lot easier. The new edition includes: Up-to-date advice on specific question formats and clear advice on how to avoid common mistakes Focus points to help target your studies. Clear and easy to understand diagrams illustrating complex topics. Helpful advice from successful students and FAQs. The 2023 edition includes advice on what to study and unique study aids. Our updated appendices help students develop the comprehensive understanding they will need to pass the test. This book offers detailed advice on the types of questions you will be asked in the official test. Purchasers also get a free subscription to online practice tests at www.lifeintheuk.net, along with up-to-date news and information. This book provides students with everything required to help them pass their test with confidence. The latest official materials Expert and independent study advice A FREE subscription to online practice tests at www.lifeintheuk.net

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Book SynopsisThe Tarot is one of the richest of all Western mystical traditions, used for centuries for divination, meditation and self-discovery. This book offers a brilliant practical overview for the modern seeker who wishes to use this system to explore their hidden anxieties, desires, tensions and contradictions. Destiny is not a set of circumstances dreamed up randomly by fate but a path that unfolds from self-understanding. This book shows how the Tarot can be used to illuminate that path. The author describes the history and symbolism of the Tarot, and then goes on to clarify in detail the meanings of the individual cards of the Major and Minor Arcana and the special characteristics of the four suits (Wands, Cups, Swords and Pentacles). An original and very helpful section explains how to deal and read the cards in tried-and-tested formats, such as the Horseshoe and the Celtic Cross. To illustrate the book David Fontana has chosen a much-acclaimed, specially devised deck, using traditional symbolism rooted in medieval and Renaissance practice. However, the text applies equally well to other popular decks in modern use, such as the Rider-Waite deck.An invaluable feature of the book is the selection of special workshops - readings and interpretations, based on the circumstances of individual seekers.

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Book SynopsisNearly half of all marriages and countless long-term relationships end in break-ups, often bitterly, leading to expensive divorces where only the lawyers benefit. In this practical and expertly written guidebook, the authors use real-life case studies to illustrate which pitfalls to avoid when embarking on a new long-term relationship, tying the knot or managing an existing relationship. Janet Clegg and Hilary Browne Wilkinson are former London divorce lawyers with a wealth of legal and practical experience between them. They both worked on numerous divorce cases and are perfectly positioned to offer sound relationship guidance and advice. Packed full of anecdotes, diverse scenarios and wise counsel, the well-written Happily Ever After...? is a must-have handbook for anyone in a relationship or about to begin one.

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Book SynopsisLosing a life partner is one of the most traumatic experiences anyone can go through. Whether a person has enjoyed a lengthy marriage or a short relationship, the loss of a partner can spell the end of a planned future together, with many hopes and dreams dashed forever. This book is aimed at men and women faced with such a loss. The author has used her personal experiences to help others who find themselves alone again. This is a practical and helpful guide for surviving partners who are struggling to deal with bereavement.

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Book SynopsisDeborah Binner believed the stage was set for a contented midlife after a rocky childhood. A happy marriage, good job, lovely home and three daughters moving relatively peacefully towards adolescence and beyond. What more could she ask for?Then in 2013 her world came crashing down when an 'innocuous' pain in her 15 year-old daughter's leg turned into a cancer diagnosis. And despite an agonising three-year battle with bone cancer, Chloe died aged just 18 and two weeks.Flung into a tsunami of grief, the small family tried to navigate a path to survival. But fate intervened again. Just 18 months after Chloe's death, Deborah's beloved husband Simon was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease. As a man who was adamant that 'the endgame of motor neurone disease is not for me', he ended his life in a Swiss suicide clinic within months of diagnosis. Their family's story was the subject of a BAFTA-nominated BBC documentary, How to Die: Simon's Choice.In Yet Here I Am, Deborah looks back at a life ripped apart by so much loss out of the natural order of things. Brutally frank, searingly honest and heartbreakingly poignant, she charts her remarkable journey from suicidal grief to some kind of survival and eventually, to a new form of happiness. This is a book about the resilience of the human spirit, hope in the face of agonising despair and the power of love.

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Book SynopsisHave you ever had the feeling that life is passing you by? That somehow, somewhere, you took a wrong turning, and that you're not living the life you should be living? That you're not the person you could be, if only - ? In this stunningly wide-ranging and fascinating book, Andrew Jenkins takes the reader on a journey of exploration into just how these feelings arise, through the development of what he calls the 'acquired self', and how, by making use of the extraordinary plasticity of our brains, we can re-educate our thoughts and behaviours and return to our 'authentic selves' - and have happy, effective and fulfilled lives.Trade Review"As human beings we tend to be creatures of habit, some of those habits support us and some de-rail us. Our thoughts, feelings, beliefs and behaviours create our world. Andrew's own story is inspirational, he is living proof that you can change your conditioning and reinvent your life. By reading You Are More Than You Think, Andrew helps you learn in days what could take decades to discover. I was blown away by the content in this book, Andrew has left no stone unturned. It really is a one stop shop for personal development. If you want to have more, become more and live a more authentic and fulfilling life, this is the book for you." Bev James, CEO of The Coaching Academy, Best Selling Author of Do it! or Ditch it. ---------------"The author has created a piece which is both a workbook for, and an exploratory journey towards, the 'authentic self'. This journey not only includes time-honoured approaches from NLP, hypnotherapy, coaching and others - cutting-edge research such as; the latest developments in the field of neuroplasticity, and the mind - body connection, will take you into new dimensions giving potential for rapid change. There is clear demonstration of the author 'walking the talk', as Andrew shares his own journey and connects this with the tools for change he is presenting. I particularly liked the inclusion of Andrew's own naturalistic artwork and diagrams that personalise the whole reading experience. This book was surprising, revealing itself as more than a 'how to' approach, and became a fascinating journey about aligning our life's purpose with our true selves." Jason Fletcher, Principal at MindWorks Therapy Training ------------------ "If you've ever wondered if there was more to discover about yourself, then Andrew's book will take you on a fascinating journey where you will find out how to be and express more of the real you. A journey towards your authentic self." Roger Terry, Master NLP TrainerTable of ContentsYou Are More Than You Think Andrew Jenkins Contents Dedications and acknowledgements Introduction Part 1: Universal principles of reality and freeing your mind Chapter 1: The universal principles we can apply to create change Chapter 2: Consciousness is eternal - it is part of All That Is Chapter 3: We create our reality through our intention Chapter 4: Natural grace and acceptance Chapter 5: No frontiers, boundaries or limits Chapter 6: The present moment has power: it changes the future - and the past as well Chapter 7: The law of importance and the law of reverse effect Chapter 8: Being joyful is our natural state Part 2: The neurology of our internally represented reality Chapter 9: So what is consciousness and what does it do? Chapter 10: In two minds Chapter 11: Mapping reality through internal representations Chapter 12: Baseline background emotional body states Chapter 13: The neurology of feelings and emotions Chapter 14: Limiting beliefs - self-fulfilling prophecies Chapter 15: The neuroplastic revolution Part 3: Exposing and loosening the hold of the acquired self Chapter 16: Current conditioning forms the acquired self Chapter 17: Opening your mind to change: the authentic self and spirituality Chapter 18: Exploring the make-up of your conditioning Chapter 19: Overcoming the hypnotic power of inner mind chatter Chapter 20: The cycle of control and grief Chapter 21: Drawing out conditioning into rich pictures Part 4: Breaking the patterns of the acquired self Chapter 22: Overcoming your conditioning Chapter 23: Applications to break free from your past Chapter 24: Breaking through limitation towards a new future Chapter 25: Adjust your language to presuppose what you want Chapter 26: Letting go of control, critical judgement and anxiety Chapter 27: A practical anchoring application to feel good about yourself Part 5: Returning to the authentic self Chapter 28: Welcome to the real world of the authentic self Chapter 29: Okay not to be okay, and that's okay Chapter 30: The art of relaxing your mind and body Chapter 31: Techniques for setting intentions Chapter 32: Generating authentic purpose Chapter 33: The new reconnected you About the author Further information

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Book SynopsisAre you ready to discover the secret to thriving in today's fee-based financial services environment? The old transactional, sales-based approach is fast becoming defunct. The real key to outstanding success as a financial adviser is helping your clients get more of what they really want from life. John Dashfield shares a revolutionary new paradigm in psychology that clearly demonstrates that your state of mind is the most significant factor in creating a growing, prosperous and sustainable 'Client-centred' practice. This book will help you build exceptionally strong, high-trust and mutually profitable client relationships; conduct powerful client conversations; become comfortable and effective when discussing fees; effectively engage new clients and re-engage existing ones; eliminate stress and increase your everyday enjoyment and fulfilment.Trade Review'John's book articulates, in a highly accessible way, what is right at the heart of being a "client-centred" adviser. He takes you beyond techniques and into a deeper understanding of why our way of being is the most important factor in creating high trust relationships. If you want to make a bigger impact with your clients then absorb what this book reveals to you and enjoy the results.' -- Simon Booth, Managing Director, Chartered Financial Planner, Foresight Independent Financial PlanningTable of ContentsIntroduction How to get the most from this book Section 1 The state-of-mind factorChapter 1 Making the invisible visibleChapter 2 The science behind state of mind Chapter 3 Being is the new doingSection 2 Building client-centred relationshipsChapter 4 The three levels of relationshipChapter 5 A new way of listeningChapter 6 Effortless rapportChapter 7 The three levels of client conversationChapter 8 The art of client-centred questioningChapter 9 Perfect delivery - every timeChapter 10 The adviser as a coachChapter 11 What could stop you?Section 3 Masters at work: five successful client-centred advisers share their philosophyChapter 12 How my father's paperwork inspired me to build a company, Dominic BaldwinChapter 13 They won't remember what you said; they will remember how you made them feel, Andy Jervis, Chesterton House Financial Planning LtdChapter 14 How to deliver great value for the fees you want to charge, Nik Proctor, Lodgeport Associates LtdChapter 15 How much value are you adding? Dominic ThomasChapter 16 Why a client-centric approach is the only way to operate our financial practice, Paul Tracey, Provest Financial SolutionsSection 4 New client engagement Chapter 17 Stop pushing and start connectingChapter 18 The source of all opportunityChapter 19 The very best marketing you can doChapter 20 Five steps to your next clientChapter 21 Too much informationChapter 22 The fee conversationChapter 23 Ditch the pitchChapter 24 Being client-centred is not something you do: it is a state of mind

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Book SynopsisEver felt like your thoughts are happening automatically, messing up parts of your life? If so, you're not alone! And there's another better way! Start to choose your thinking more often and you'll be more empowered and in control of what you experience and achieve. Pink bucket thinking is the particular blend of mental activity that works most effectively for you at any given time. It'll help you enjoy life, achieve more, connect, and thrive. Its power is in its simplicity. Making a positive difference internationally through their work in personal and professional development, Tony Burgess and Julie French invite you to join them on a voyage of self-discovery. A journey that will ultimately help you make the choice – to 'think' more 'pink'.Trade Review'Pink Bucket Thinking - simple yet powerful. It works. It sticks.' -- Marisa Jerrison, HR Director, Zenith Vehicle Contracts Ltd.Table of ContentsIntroduction - A simple idea that caught on Chapter 1 - Why bother to examine your inner world? Chapter 2 - Noticing how much of your think is pink Chapter 3 - Keeping yourself in the driving seat Chapter 4 - Creating a strong positive self-concept for yourself Chapter 5 - See the diamond in people Chapter 6 - Optimism, calamity and solutions Chapter 7 - How do you mean? Chapter 8 - Clarity about what you do want Chapter 9 - Your relationship with the past Chapter 10 - Let go of neediness Chapter 11 - Be willing to flex and adapt Chapter 12 - Compassion and kindness bring immediate returns Chapter 13 - Living in love and the attitude of gratitude Chapter 14 - Doing it your way when living in the pink

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Book SynopsisThis book tells parents how to raise the thorny issue of drugs with their children and gives advice on ways to have this important conversation. It provides clear, up to date, accurate information about 'psychoactive' drugs and their effects, and contains many case studies and actual example conversations between parents and children.Trade Review'I would recommend this book to parents, GP colleagues and to doctors in training. This is a very good book - comprehensive, sensible and written with authority. It also has a strong person focus and very good production values. The book is up to date and covers a number of new areas such as legal highs. It does also acknowledge the changing issues and points to current, validated web sources of information. The case histories are strong, illustrate the text and key principles but do not moralise or frighten. Literature articles are used in context and statistical sources are used to show key demographic points. The writing style is excellent: this is a book that is actually difficult to put down!' British Medical Association Programme and Award Winners 2017Table of ContentsAcknowledgements; Foreword; Introduction; 1. What are psychoactive drugs, who uses them and why?; 2. Drug use and adolescence; 3. Having the drug conversation with your child; 4. Drugs and the brain; 5. Types of drugs; 6. Rise of the synthetics; 7. Detecting drug use and what to do about it; 8. Treatment and recovery; 9. Final thoughts; Appendix; References; Index.

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