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The beating heart  by Robin P. Choudhury

The beating heart

Robin P. Choudhury

"In The Beating Heart, Robin Choudhury explores how the heart has been represented over time and across cultures. He investigates the interplay between the heart depictions of successive eras and the prevailing cultural discourse religious, social,...

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Nature's apothecary  by Paula Grainger

Nature's apothecary

Paula Grainger

"In Nature's Apothecary, Medical Herbalist Paula Grainger provides the solution for stress, anxiety and exhaustion by introducing us to a group of healing herbal ingredients known as adaptogens - plants with health-giving properties. Adaptogens have been...

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The Pfizer papers

The Pfizer papers

"Based on the primary source Pfizer clinical trial documents released under court order, and related medical literature, The Pfizer Papers features stunning new reports written by WarRoom/DailyClout research volunteers. These expose the facts that Pfizer's...

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Take charge of bipolar disorder  by Julie A. Fast

Take charge of bipolar disorder

Julie A. Fast

"Revised and updated for the very first time, Take Charge of Bipolar Disorder is a groundbreaking, comprehensive program to help those with bipolar disorder- and those who care about them- gain permanent control over their lives. Most people diagnosed with...

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9 months is not enough  by Alexandria DeVito

9 months is not enough

Alexandria DeVito

"Getting pregnant and having healthy children is more difficult now than it was for our parents' generation. Moreover, today's solutions for infertility are woefully inadequate-they're expensive, invasive, and exhausting. There is another way. The steps you...

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ACT for treating children  by Tamar D. Black

ACT for treating children

Tamar D. Black

"Written by an experienced educational and developmental psychologist, ACT for Treating Children offers clinicians clear, practical, brief, and developmentally appropriate strategies grounded in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help children ages 5...

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Aging strong  by Michael Lang

Aging strong

Michael Lang

"When your bones start to synchronize with the creaking of your rocking chair, you start regretting not taking that fitness class that your active pal suggested a decade ago. But fret not. It's never too late to pamper your body and mind--bid those creaks...

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Nature connection  by Margaret Kerr

Nature connection

Margaret Kerr

"This compact handbook of outdoor practices can be used by anyone who wants to deepen their connection with the rest of nature. It is also designed to be used by people who work with others in personal development and healing; for example, coaches, therapists,...

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A doula's guide to improving maternal health for BIPOC women  by Jacquelyn Clemmons

A doula's guide to improving maternal health for BIPOC women

Jacquelyn Clemmons

"This guide provides vital training for doulas and birth workers looking to holistically support clients of colour and their families through their pregnancy and birthing journey. It provides guidance on how to advocate for clients whilst including important...

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What the body knows  by John Trowsdale

What the body knows

John Trowsdale

"What is our immune system, and how does it work? A vast array of cells, proteins and chemicals spring into action whenever our bodies are damaged, but immunity is not something you can see, touch or feel. It can fight off malicious bacteria and viruses,...

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The dementia care workbook  by Gary Morris

The dementia care workbook

Gary Morris

"This workbook builds upon the person-centred approach to dementia care, and gives students, practitioners and carers a new way of looking at dementia and the people who live with it"--Publisher's description.

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Unprocess your diet in 30 days  by Johannes Cullberg

Unprocess your diet in 30 days

Johannes Cullberg

"A manifesto to change how you eat and how you think about food, your brain and your body. Ultra-processed food is gradually taking over our shopping baskets, brains and ultimately, our health. The Big Food industry is aligned in marketing what we put in our...

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Journey through the infinite mind  by Katya De Luisa

Journey through the infinite mind

Katya De Luisa

"Journey through the Infinite Mind takes the reader on an exploration of the basic neuroscience of dementia and how its progression affects the brain and perceptions of the person experiencing it. The spirituality is theoretical and metaphysical in nature. It...

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The blue zones challenge  by Dan Buettner

The blue zones challenge

Dan Buettner

"If you're struggling with your weight or other health conditions, it's probably not your fault. Our current living environment is making us sick. Buettner shows you how to optimize your home, kitchen, workplace, relationships, and inner self so that health...

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My year of psychedelics  by Sarah Napthali

My year of psychedelics

Sarah Napthali

"Exploring first-hand the amazing potential of mushrooms, MDMA, LSD and other life-enhancing substances. Twenty years on from the bestselling success of Buddhism for Mothers, Sarah Napthali remains keen to explore the depths of the human experience. Intrigued...

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Breathe, rest, recover  by Fiona Agombar

Breathe, rest, recover

Fiona Agombar

"Long COVID can leave people feeling incredibly fatigued and ill, with many yoga practices being unsuitable for this population. This practice-based guide addresses Long COVID and severe fatigue, offering techniques to help yoga therapists and health...

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Psychology of mental health  by Naomi Fisher

Psychology of mental health

Naomi Fisher

"A clear and engaging introduction to the psychology of mental health, which takes account of a range of perspectives and illustrates how psychologists work in the field today. Psychology of Mental Health will place our current understanding of mental health...

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Breathing with missoku  by Akikazu Nakamura

Breathing with missoku

Akikazu Nakamura

"The interest in all things Japan and the increasing effort to center both physical and mental health as a core value of any flourishing society leads way to the nexus explored in this book known as Missoku, a unique breathing method that has been handed down...

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The longevity formula  by Avanti Kumar-Singh

The longevity formula

Avanti Kumar-Singh

"A formula - based in ancient Ayurvedic wisdom - to live more vibrantly as we age by replenishing the tissues of the body. Modern society has conditioned us to perceive aging as an unpleasant experience with a growing list of pain symptoms and an even longer...

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The positive sleep book  by Giles Watkins

The positive sleep book

Giles Watkins

"In this highly informative and practical guide, sleep expert and busy professional, Giles Watkins, explores the issues around sleep disorder from a personal and expert perspective. An experienced management consultant and coach, Giles' own sleep struggles...

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In a heartbeat  by Rachel Jayne Cassidy

In a heartbeat

Rachel Jayne Cassidy

"'If you're having symptoms that don't feel right, call Triple Zero. If it's not a heart issue, then that's OK. No one ever died of embarrassment.' Author Rachel Jayne Cassidy knows firsthand what it's like to be on the brink of life and death. After...

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Soul connections with horses  by Suzanne Court

Soul connections with horses

Suzanne Court

"Working with horses as equal partners in the equine assisted space while respecting their intuitive wisdom leads to life-changing psycho-spiritual understandings, learning and healing. Soul Connection with Horses: Healing the Mind and Awakening the Spirit...

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Healthy happy ADHD  by Lisa Dee

Healthy happy ADHD

Lisa Dee

"ADHD makes it hard to maintain a healthy lifestyle, but an unhealthy lifestyle can make ADHD more difficult to live with. Health and fitness coach Lisa Dee experienced this firsthand when symptoms of her undiagnosed ADHD began wreaking havoc on her physical...

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Step-by-step help for children with ADHD  by Cathy Laver-Bradbury

Step-by-step help for children with ADHD

Cathy Laver-Bradbury

"Raising a child with ADHD can be challenging, but with the right knowledge and tools, parents and professionals can use this tried and tested six-step programme to better understand their ADHD child and help them thrive in any environment. This simple,...

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The herbalist's guide  by Mary Colvin

The herbalist's guide

Mary Colvin

"Create the home apothecary of your dreams! With a little bit of knowledge, Mary Colvin, RH (AHG) believes that anyone can develop their own homemade remedies and medicines. In The Herbalist's Guide, she introduces you to the world of herbalism and shares her...

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The Ozempic revolution  by Alexandra Sowa

The Ozempic revolution

Alexandra Sowa

"The first comprehensive user guide to GLP-1s (such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound) with an overview of how they work and possible side effects. Also including companion recipes, exercise guidance, and new habits to maintain lifelong health and keep weight...

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Pain free  by Mark Stephens

Pain free

Mark Stephens

"Chronic pain affects one in five adults, which means that right now you or someone you know is suffering. Pain Free is a simple step-by-step guide that combines meditation and self-hypnosis to alleviate and overcome pain and help you move towards a pain-free,...

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Saint Hildegard's guide to wellness  by Holger Vornholt

Saint Hildegard's guide to wellness

Holger Vornholt

"Saint Hildegard was ahead of her time. Born in the German Rhineland, the 12th-century nun established a series of guidelines for holistic wellness that continue to be remarkably relevant nearly a millennium later. This handy guide explains who Hildegard was...

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Heal your gut, save your brain  by Partha Nandi

Heal your gut, save your brain

Partha Nandi

"The brain and the gut are neurologically and biochemically connected via millions of nerves and the trillions of microbes that populate the intestines. Known as the gut-brain axis, this communication network between the two systems is vast and complex....

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A calorie is a calorie  by K. N. (Keith N.) Frayn

A calorie is a calorie

K. N. (Keith N.) Frayn

"We all know someone who seems to eat very little yet cannot avoid weight gain, or someone who eats everything they like while remaining slim. Why? Is it the kinds of food we eat, and when? Are our hormones to blame? Could it be chemicals in our environment?...

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My brother's keeper  by Nicholas Rosenlicht

My brother's keeper

Nicholas Rosenlicht

"Timely and unflinching, and written with commanding prose and the deep knowledge of a mental health care veteran who categorically rejects corporate interests, Dr. Rosenlicht makes plain the disastrous outcomes of the for-profit mental health care model....

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72 ways of saving lives  by Ronald Stanley Suleski

72 ways of saving lives

Ronald Stanley Suleski

"How did lay people in old China save their lives when dealing with acute or chronic health issues? Conventional medicine was costly and might not have been an option for many. Instead, people in villages and towns relied on remedies drawn from a...

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Panic proof  by Nicole Cain

Panic proof

Nicole Cain

"Panic Proof offers a holistic approach to dealing with panic disorders, amounting to a personalized path to freedom for the millions of people who have had panic attacks. While other books have focused on the thoughts that contribute to panic, Panic Proof is...

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The self-devouring society  by Anselm Jappe

The self-devouring society

Anselm Jappe

"The Greek myth of Erysichthon describes the fate of a king whose hunger drove him to eat until the only thing left to devour was himself. This image—of a society spiraling inexorably in a self-destructive dynamic—forms the starting point of Anselm Jappe’s...

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The forgotten sense  by Jonas (Professor of psychology) Olofsson

The forgotten sense

Jonas (Professor of psychology) Olo...

"James Nestor's BREATH meets Mary Roach's GULP in a fascinating tour of our most essential sense for perceiving the world around us-and the story of how it became our most neglected. Smelling is one of the most natural things we do. We take over 20,000 breaths...

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Saving normal  by Allen Frances

Saving normal

Allen Frances

"Anyone living a full, rich life experiences ups and downs, stresses, disappointments, sorrows, and setbacks. These challenges are a normal part of being human, and they should not be treated as psychiatric disease. However, today millions of people who are...

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20 ways to break free from trauma  by Philippa Smethurst

20 ways to break free from trauma

Philippa Smethurst

"A concise, accessible guide to understanding, managing and recovering from trauma. The book explores twenty different trauma responses, with case studies, reflection points, theoretical context, and prompt questions included in each. Suitable for survivors,...

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A feminist's guide to ADHD  by Janina Maschke

A feminist's guide to ADHD

Janina Maschke

"An empowering, feminist guide to understanding and managing ADHD for women, written by a popular millennial doctor with ADHD"--Publisher's description.

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Dare I say it  by Naomi Watts

Dare I say it

Naomi Watts

"Beloved actress Naomi Watts opens up about the challenges she faced upon reaching early menopause in this empowering, fun, and practical guide to menopause and aging, all based on the latest advice from hormone experts, doctors, and...

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How to sleep like a caveman  by Merijn van de Laar

How to sleep like a caveman

Merijn van de Laar

"Human sleep as we know it today evolved hundreds of thousands years ago, to suit a hunter–gatherer lifestyle. It's not always compatible with our modern lives, but remains an essential function, vital for our health, well-being and daytime functioning. In...

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Planning for the wrong pandemic  by Andrew Lakoff

Planning for the wrong pandemic

Andrew Lakoff

"The fractious and disorganized governmental response to the coronavirus pandemic in the United States prompted many observers to ask: why was the country--which had the knowledge, resources, and plans to deal with such an event--caught so unprepared? Critics...

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The complete guide to yoga props  by Jenny Clise

The complete guide to yoga props

Jenny Clise

"Explore the possibilities of using props in your yoga practice! Contrary to popular belief, props are not necessarily for beginners. Research shows that props can be an essential tool to modify and deepen poses, achieve optimal alignment and comfort,...

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Trauma proof  by Benjamin Perks

Trauma proof

Benjamin Perks

"In recent years the word 'trauma' has become ubiquitous. Yet it remains widely misunderstood. In Trauma Proof international expert Benjamin Perks redefines how we see childhood trauma, and outlines a new path towards healing and prevention. For 25 years,...

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Homeopathy at home  by Marcus Fernandez

Homeopathy at home

Marcus Fernandez

"Learn how to treat everyday issues using simple homeopathic remedies in the home, confidently and safely, as a complement to traditional medicine. Homeopathy at Home is a practical new guide to homeopathy, written by Marcus Fernandez, the founder of the...

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Yoga fix  by Erin Motz

Yoga fix

Erin Motz

"Introducing Yoga Fix: functional yoga for a pain-free body. Get rid of that stiff neck, achy back, and those tight hamstrings with fully photographed step-by-step fixes to help you feel flexible, relaxed, and twinge-free"--Publisher's description.

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The DOSE effect  by TJ Power

The DOSE effect

TJ Power

"Do feelings of low mood, lack of energy, or a struggle to focus stop you from living your best life? Neuroscientist TJ Power offers a ground-breaking approach to overcoming common mental health challenges"--Publisher's description.

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A history of Music Therapy New Zealand [1974-2023]  by author Music Therapy New Zealand (Organisation)

A history of Music Therapy New Zealand [1974-2023]

author Music Therapy New Zealand (O...

"Music therapy is the planned use of music to assist with the healing and personal growth of people with identified emotional, intellectual, physical, or social needs. Since 1974, hundreds of passionate people, members, and supporters of Music Therapy New...

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Herbal medicine for modern life  by Ruth A. Blanding

Herbal medicine for modern life

Ruth A. Blanding

"Discover the enduring wisdom and healing power of plant medicine. Curative and restorative for our health, plants have supported humanity for millennia. While the wisdom of plant medicine has not changed dramatically, the ailments of our modern digital age...

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Now it all makes sense  by Alex Partridge

Now it all makes sense

Alex Partridge

"Aged just 21, Alex Partridge founded UNILAD and LADBible, social news sites which now have a following of 100 million people around the globe. A legal case over ownership in 2017 tipped him over the edge of the cliff into alcoholism, triggering years of...

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Sleep drink breathe  by Michael Breus

Sleep drink breathe

Michael Breus

"Sleeping, drinking, and breathing are fundamental to life-but we're not doing them as well as we could be. Millions of people are suffering from the effects of poor sleep, hydration, and oxygenation-burnout, reduced immunity, cognitive issues and so much...

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Out of her mind  by Linda Gask

Out of her mind

Linda Gask

"For centuries so called 'difficult women' have been labelled as 'hysterical' and 'out of their minds'. Today they wait longer for health diagnoses, often being told it's 'all in their heads'. Although healthcare systems are overburdened, why are women the...

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Oral = Munhälsa [moon-hel-sah]  by Jessica Lederhausen

Oral = Munhälsa [moon-hel-sah]

Jessica Lederhausen

"Oral: The Swedish-Inspired Secret to Full-Body Health Starting in Your Mouth invites readers to take control of their health, starting with their mouths. No matter where readers are on their health journey, "Oral: The Swedish-Inspired Secret to Full Body...

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Fat loss habits  by Ben (Personal trainer) Carpenter

Fat loss habits

Ben (Personal trainer) Carpenter

"Good habits are powerful. They bring about change one step at a time, until it becomes second nature. But when it comes to fat loss, too often the focus is on bad habits. We're bombarded with articles and videos telling us why this food is bad, or this food...

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The complex PTSD coping skills workbook  by Tamara McClintock Greenberg

The complex PTSD coping skills workbook

Tamara McClintock Greenberg

"A powerful, evidence-based, and integrative approach to help you cope with and heal from complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD). If you have experienced complex or repeated trauma-including childhood abuse or neglect, domestic violence, gaslighting,...

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Forest bathing with my clothes on  by Deborah Early

Forest bathing with my clothes on

Deborah Early

This memoir-like anthology, woven with evidence-based research, will be essential for cross-cultural professional teams designing for wellbeing, especially architects, those in healthcare and those involved with conservation and outdoor recreation.

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Supporting Autistic people through pregnancy and childbirth  by Hayley Morgan

Supporting Autistic people through pregnancy and childbirth

Hayley Morgan

"This comprehensive and accessible guide is for every birthing and health professional looking to improve their care during pregnancy, birth, and aftercare for autistic women. With a distinct lack of scientifically approached work in this area, this...

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7 weeks to 100 push-ups  by Steve Speirs

7 weeks to 100 push-ups

Steve Speirs

"If you're ready to massively increase your strength, follow the 7-week program in this book and you'll soon be able to complete 100 consecutive push-ups! You'll also transform your fitness, look great and feel even better as you sculpt every muscle from your...

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The A.C.E.R. method  by Jimmy C. Doan

The A.C.E.R. method

Jimmy C. Doan

"The A.C.E.R. Method is one of the most effective methods today for overcoming Anxiety, GAD, Panic Disorder, Agoraphobia and Health Anxiety/Hypochondria. By using simple, day to day language, this book provides a deep and thorough explanation which serve as a...

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The iRest program for healing PTSD  by Rick Miller

The iRest program for healing PTSD

Rick Miller

"In The iRest Program for Healing PTSD, clinical psychologist and yogic scholar Richard C. Miller--named one of the top twenty-five yoga teachers by Yoga Journal--offers an innovative and proven-effective ten-step yoga program for treating post-traumatic...

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What the hell is wrong with me?  by G. D. (Gillian D.) Deakin

What the hell is wrong with me?

G. D. (Gillian D.) Deakin

"Are you putting up with unexplained pain, fatigue or gut problems? Are all your tests coming back normal and no-one can tell you what's wrong? Functional conditions cover a range of symptoms and issues and often take years to be properly diagnosed, leaving...

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Lucid dying  by Sam Parnia

Lucid dying

Sam Parnia

"Today, for the first time in history, the scientific exploration of death and what happens when we die is real, active and ongoing. Contrary to popular perceptions, this subject is no longer the remit of philosophy, religion, or personal opinion. Truly...

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Building the worlds that kill us  by David Rosner

Building the worlds that kill us

David Rosner

"Building the Worlds that Kill Us traces the historical development of health as a "product" of industry, economic advance, globalization, and social inequality. Diseases of the past are emblematic of the changing physical, economic, and ideological realities...

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Unlocking the emotional brain

Unlocking the emotional brain

"This highly influential volume, now in a much-expanded second edition, delivers major advances for psychotherapy, all empirically grounded in memory reconsolidation neuroscience. A great increase of therapeutic effectiveness can be gained, thanks to a clear...

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How to train a happy mind  by Scott Snibbe

How to train a happy mind

Scott Snibbe

"Eager to share the life-enhancing benefits he found in Buddhism, skeptic Scott Snibbe presents this 8-step programme that allows anyone to build positive mental habits"--Publisher's description.

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Under the radar  by Emilia Misheva

Under the radar

Emilia Misheva

"What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of autism? Often, it's a boy who struggles with friendships, but who loves trains and is great at maths. While this may reflect the experiences of some autistic people, in recent years research...

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Successful Social Stories for school and college students  by Siobhan Timmins

Successful Social Stories for school and college students

Siobhan Timmins

"As children grow up and spend more and more time away from home in schools and colleges, life can get complicated. Autism makes the challenges they meet in these new environments even more difficult to navigate. The Social Story™ approach is a highly regarded...

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Successful Social Stories for young children  by Siobhan Timmins

Successful Social Stories for young children

Siobhan Timmins

"Social Stories are acknowledged as a very successful way of teaching concepts and social understanding to children with autism spectrum disorders, but considerable skill is needed to write the most effective story. This clear and engaging book introduces ways...

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Understanding the heart  by Stephen Hussey

Understanding the heart

Stephen Hussey

"Heart disease is the number-one killer in the world. Despite ever-advancing medical procedures and more and more powerful pharmaceutical drugs, the rate of heart disease continues to rise. According to Dr. Stephen Hussey, this is due in part to...

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Salt, sugar, fat  by Michael Moss

Salt, sugar, fat

Michael Moss

"We are hooked on salt, sugar and fat. These three simple ingredients are used by the major food companies to achieve the greatest allure for the lowest possible cost. Here, Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter Michael Moss exposes the practices of...

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The body  by Darragh Ennis

The body

Darragh Ennis

"Scientist and 'Chaser' Dr Darragh Ennis reveals everything about the human body in ten informative, bite-sized essays. We all have questions about our body that we really should know the answers to, so discover why blood is red, how our body defends itself,...

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Sort your head out  by Sam Delaney

Sort your head out

Sam Delaney

"Sam Delaney was Jack the Lad. He was confident, loud and funny; an absolute legend, to be honest. Or at least that was what he pretended to be. But when he reached his thirties, work, relationships and fatherhood started to take their toll. Like so many...

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Extraordinary doctor  by Nimesh H. Patel

Extraordinary doctor

Nimesh H. Patel

"As a physician, you've devoted years of your life to training. From classrooms and textbooks to residency and beyond, you've honed your clinical expertise and technical abilities. But these skill sets are only half of the equation to achieving excellence....

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Psychedelic medicine at the end of life  by Richard Louis Miller

Psychedelic medicine at the end of life

Richard Louis Miller

" A cutting-edge exploration of the role of psychedelics in the end-of-life experience. Outlines 10 steps for dying gracefully with the help of psychedelics, including how to navigate the complex legal landscape and find the right guide and therapy. Looks at...

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Pace yourself  by Amy Arthur

Pace yourself

Amy Arthur

"In these times of unprecedented stress, burnout, mental exhaustion, depression and fatigue Pace Yourself offers a powerful lifeline in the form of pacing, a simple, science-based tool, to help restore joy, energy and balance in our lives. Written by Amy...

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Oestrogen matters  by Avrum Bluming

Oestrogen matters

Avrum Bluming

"For years, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) was hailed as a miracle. Study after study showed that HRT, if initiated at the onset of menopause, could ease symptoms ranging from hot flushes to memory loss; reduce the risk of heart disease, Alzheimer's,...

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How to be you  by Ellie Middleton

How to be you

Ellie Middleton

"Ellie Middleton is back with a practical book to help you work WITH your neurodivergent brain rather than AGAINST it. In each chapter, she writes about the eight executive functions that neurodivergent people struggle with including working memory,...

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Expecting better  by Emily Oster

Expecting better

Emily Oster

"A groundbreaking guide to pregnancy: empowers women with the facts and allows them to make their own decisions. Award-winning Emily Oster debunks myths about pregnancy to empower women while they're expecting. Pregnant women are often treated as if they were...

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Unheard  by Rageshri Dhairyawan

Unheard

Rageshri Dhairyawan

"When Dr Rageshri Dhairyawan was admitted to hospital as a patient she didn't receive the pain medication that she told them she needed, despite her being a senior doctor. It was in that moment she understood that something was deeply wrong with our healthcare...

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Narcissistic abuse  by Vanessa M. Reiser

Narcissistic abuse

Vanessa M. Reiser

""Gaslighting. Love bombing. Hoovering. Triangulating. These are all insidious weapons in the narcissist's toolkit. Narcissism can be hard to diagnose, but it is one of the hallmarks of abusive relationships. As a therapist specializing in narcissism and...

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More, please  by Emma Specter

More, please

Emma Specter

"An unflinching and deeply reported look at the realities of binge-eating disorder from a rising culture commentator and writer for Vogue. Millions of us use restrictive diets, intermittent fasting, IV therapies, and Ozempic abuse to shrink until we are...

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The dysfunctional dance of the empath and narcissist  by Rita Louise

The dysfunctional dance of the empath and narcissist

Rita Louise

"When people enter into a new relationship, they do not go looking for the rotten apple at the bottom of the barrel. However, countless individuals repeatedly find themselves in these hurtful situations and do not understand why. A recent Facebook survey of...

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Chair Pilates and yoga  by Harri Angell

Chair Pilates and yoga

Harri Angell

"Learn how seated exercise can help you lead a happy, healthy and active life. All you need is somewhere to sit. If you find movement a challenge, have reduced mobility or are recovering from injury, seated movement is an enjoyable and beneficial alternative...

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Bodyweight workouts for beginners  by Sean Bartram

Bodyweight workouts for beginners

Sean Bartram

"Build strength and stability with exercises you can do anywhere! You don't need an expensive gym membership or fancy equipment to reach your fitness goals. In Bodyweight Workouts for Beginners, trainer Sean Bartram shows you how simple and effective it can be...

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Heal your back  by Anisha Joshi

Heal your back

Anisha Joshi

"Packed with real-life anecdotes and case studies, drawn from Anisha Joshi's extensive experience as an osteopath, Heal Your Back will relieve your pain, take charge of your symptoms and future-proof your health! Back pain can adversely affect quality of life....

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