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Very short introductions volume 724
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Addiction is a subject which straddles public and personal interests; societal and criminal justice concerns; and family, social, and medical responses. It is a continuing area of uncertainty and concern for society and professionals trained in the field.
This Very Short Introduction presents the basic facts about addiction: what it is, how and why it develops, how it is treated, and how society can respond to it. Addictions to both illicit drugs...
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Although the much-satirized image of a house overflowing with National Geographics and infested with cats may make us chuckle, the reality of compulsive hoarding is no laughing matter. The most common reason for evictions in the US and a significant risk factor for fatal house fires, compulsive hoarding is a treatable condition related to obsessive-compulsive disorder. It is characterized by the acquisition of possessions that have little or no value,...
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About the Book Mother to Mother is a collection of stories compiled and written by mothers who have witnessed and struggled with the tragedy of addicted children. What makes Mother to Mother so interesting is the diversity of the mothers who share their stories: diverse racially, socio-economically, different religions and backgrounds. This book is highly relevant because substance abuse is running rampant through our society whether it be in the...
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About the Book A Manual for Happiness is intended to show some insights-in words and pictures-into the basic connections between man and the universe. Essential truth can also be expressed simply and briefly. Images from the Stone Age to the present time, megalith monuments, cave drawings, paintings, graphic, collages, and ceramics are intended to show how one can live happily, if one follows the Hermetic laws of the universe. These secrets, carved...
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About the Book In this insightful guide, Robert S. Roussey emphasizes the importance of education, whether it be college, trade school, or on-the-job training; investing for your future; managing dreams and realistic expectations; physical health; positive familial, friendship, and professional relationships; and planning for retirement. Roussey blends personal anecdotes from his own life with professional advice to connect with teens and young adults...
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In this inspiring series, based on the revolutionary concepts of Napoleon Hill, explore the journey to personal and professional success through teachings that have transformed millions of lives. Each book in the series delves into a crucial aspect of Hill's principles, highlighting the importance of self-discipline, self-confidence, self-motivation, focus, persistence, and positive thinking.
It is a practical and inspiring guide designed to empower...
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About the Book With short stories from her own childhood, Helen Ryan Miles shares wisdom and tips from her parents that she received while growing up. From good manners to utilizing knowledge as a tool for empowerment, Miles shares practical wisdoms that were significant then and remain relevant now and into the future. In addition, skills in parenting that will help your child grow with compassion, respect, and consideration for others. About the...
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About the Book Those seeking to enhance and hone their executive skills need only remember: It always begins with leadership. An authentic story containing personal insights, humor, and "real talk" from a municipal executive with over thirty years of experience, this book is designed to cultivate leadership skills. It's most applicable for those aspiring to become city managers, yet it encourages people to lead from wherever they are. Written by an...
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About the Book Humans have created artificial vivisections of the society in every conceivable way, be it religion, race, caste, creed, region, nation, and so many others. Religious, national strife is a regular feature; humans show hatred toward their fellow beings over nominal things and, of course, the reasons for dissention. There is limited place for self-improvement or inner introspection or self-development. But the life aims and goals should...
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Many people who hoard understand the extent of their problem and are open to help. This book is not for them. Digging Out is for the concerned and frustrated friends and family members of people who do not fully accept the magnitude of their hoarding problem and refuse help from others. If you have a friend or loved one with a hoarding problem and are seeking a way to guide him or her to a healthier, safer way of life, this book is for you. In Digging...
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About the Book You wake up and look in the mirror to see a picture of an old face and gray hairs. Are you happy? Are you satisfied? Aging sucks. Dying sucks. Racism sucks. Crime sucks. Poverty sucks. Gray Hairs in the Mirror takes the reader on a journey of self-reflection. A journey into the world in which we live, with its joys and challenges along the way. It is Shane's hope that readers take away from this book words of encouragement that help...
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When you have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), it can feel like your own mind is at war with itself. Instead of having productive and positive thoughts, you rehash the same worries and fears over and over again until they become unbearable. Did you really remember to lock the front door? What if you were to hit someone while driving your car? You may find yourself engaging in exhaustive rituals to keep these thoughts at bay. But soon, the doubts...
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A leading neuroscientist and pioneer in the study of mindfulness explains why addictions are so tenacious and how we can learn to conquer them. We are all vulnerable to addiction. Whether it's a compulsion to constantly check social media, binge eating, smoking, excessive drinking, or any other behaviors, we may find ourselves uncontrollably repeating. Why are bad habits so hard to overcome? Is there a key to conquering the cravings we know are unhealthy...
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Have you been struggling with moving forward with growth in your life?
In a world of material things, we have become fixated with buying and having, to the extent that we often find that we have all the latest gadgets and fashions, whether we need them or not. This means spending excessively and then taking more time to clean and tidy up, leaving us feeling unhappy and missing out on more worthwhile pursuits.
But there is an easy answer and it starts...
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El narcisismo es un trastorno de la personalidad caracterizado por un sentido exagerado de autoimportancia, una necesidad constante de admiración y una falta de empatía hacia los demás. Las personas con narcisismo tienden a tener una visión distorsionada de sí mismas y del mundo que les rodea, centrando su atención en su propio bienestar y logros, y buscando constantemente la validación de los demás. Un individuo narcisista se presenta con...
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Daniel Singer hadn't eaten in a week. Hunched over with his head in his hands, he'd sit in his "safe" chair for hours, doing nothing but shaking, mumbling and moaning; he was in the throes of severe obsessive-compulsive disorder. Dan went from seven therapists to ten medications to a nine week stay at a world renowned residential treatment program. His parents worried he'd never again be able to function in society, or even worse, survive.
Overcoming...
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The author/researcher explores the process of self-healing during his encounters with OCD using a unique self-search method and integral psychology framework. The book contains the unaltered self-dialogue (self-interview) scripts of the doctoral research. The dialogue is designed to capture the sensual attention through manifestation of OCD's common attributes. Through heightened awareness, author invites us to pathways to self-discovery and change,...
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Mental Illness like all other illnesses can be treated and if not cured then it certainly can be managed.
This two-volume book will explore the causes, effects, treatments and possible cures for two of the most well-known mental ailments, Bipolar Disorder and Depression.
In BOOK ONE, Dealing with Bipolar Disorder, we will look at one of the most misunderstood illnesses Bipolar Disorder.
In BOOK TWO, Depression Dealing with Depression, we will explore...
20) Life Lessons
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Life itself is a journey and like every journey of life we are bound to go through various experiences, sometimes things would go well and at other times, things can also go bad. In life lessons, there are fifteen different topics that would help you in life. Starting from how you see yourself and others, how you should respond when things are looking like they would never get better. In getting the best from life, you should be ready to take responsibility...
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