Steve Gutstein, a psychologist and autism specialist, has dedicated his life to bridging the social gap between children with autism and the rest of us. The result of his efforts is an innovative program—Relational Development Intervention—that takes social skills teaching to the next level. First you’ll learn about the social development pathway of neurotypical children and the life-changing …
Bioethics has paid surprisingly little attention to the special problems faced by women and to feminist analyses of current health care issues other than reproduction. Feminism & Bioethics: Beyond Reproduction aims to counterbalance this one-sided approach. A breakthrough volume of original essays authored by leading figures in bioethics and feminist theory, it moves beyond reproduction and nursing, taking …
A book of poetry by Mary Giuseffi. It only takes one brave moment, for an entire destiny to be forever changed. We have had enough. There is no one to save this soul but me. Courage requires faith and …
Family Caregiving is a quick reference guide with a companion DVD to assist individuals to care for an elderly or chronically ill loved one, learn basic caregiving skills and how to reduce stress and balance the demands of work and home. The 128-page, full-color, spiral-bound book is tabbed to allow quick and easy access to critical information, and …
Mapping Your Romantic Relationships: Discover Your Love Potential (Astrology Made Easy Series)
ROMANCE IS A TWO-WAY STREET (Keeping it alive requires more than love! And sex!) Romance is delicate. It requires trust & communication. It calls for understanding & acceptance. It involves support & faith. Romance is like a fire that can consume & burn out, or a gentle flame that warms two …
Empirical evidence increasingly indicates that cognitive-behavioural therapy techniques can be used successfully to treat clients who have been sexually abused. An ideal guide for practitioners of any theoretical orientation, this practical manual has been designed specifically for therapists who want to use this approach to treat sexually abused children and their non-offending parents. The authors illustrate theoretically …
The Clutterfly Effect-Tweak Your Way to Total Transformation by Decluttering Your Life. How small steps can yield big results. Is this you? * Is worry, stress and overwhelm a constant in your life? * Are you spinning your wheels instead of moving forward? * Are you trapped in the movie “Groundhog Day” where every …
The Lost Art of Listening: How Learning to Listen Can Improve Relationships
Why do we often feel cut off when speaking to the people closest to us family members, friends, or colleagues? What is it that keeps so many of us from really listening? Michael P. Nichols answers these questions and more in this thoughtful, witty, and helpful look at the reasons people don’t hear one another. His book, a …
Smart Fats: How Dietary Fats and Oils Affect Mental, Physical and Emotional Intelligence
Written by a research scientist in the field of nutrition, this book describes how the body’s digestive, communication, and nervous systems function, and links fatty acid intake to memory, mood and behavior. Schmidt explains how most “low-fat” diets are actually unhealthy and how many people today get little or none of important fatty acids like omega-3 in their …
The History of Gay People in Alcoholics Anonymous documents and honors the ways thousands of LGBT people have carried Alcoholics Anonymous’ message. This illuminating chronicle includes interviews and documents that detail the compelling history, recovery, and wisdom of gay people in AA. The book examines the challenges AA faced as the fellowship endeavored to become a more inclusive and cohesive community. The …