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Par Deborah Shouse. 2013
The hard lessons learned while taking care of her parents as her mother died slowly from Alzheimer's and her father…
died unexpectedly during the process are presented compassionately and lyrically. The book contains a great spiritual message as well as practical support for caregivers and other family members.Par Holde Kreul, Dagmar Geisler. 2018
Do you know your own feelings? Sometimes, we're happy, so we laugh and shout with glee. Other times, we're angry,…
and want to rage and roar. It is not easy to deal with our many contradictory emotions. To recognize our own feelings and deal with them responsibly is an important learning process for children, and a trial of limits. This vibrantly and expressively illustrated book invites children to talk about feelings. It takes readers through a range of potential emotions without ever calling them "good" or "bad," allowing children to recognize and examine their own emotional world.Par Heidi Julavits. 2023
A sharply observed memoir of motherhood and the self, and a love letter to Maine, by a writer Eula Biss…
calls &“witty, sly, critical, inventive&” and whose mind Leslie Jamison calls &“electric.&”&“An absolute stunner: frank, funny, self-aware, constantly surprising.&”—George SaundersThat night, in his bed, I spread my son&’s palm wide and tried to read it. If the hand was a map that led to a future person, was there any changing the destination? One summer Heidi Julavits sees her son silhouetted by the sun and notices he is at the threshold of what she calls &“the end times of childhood.&” When did this happen, she asks herself. Who is my son becoming—and what qualifies me to be his guide?The next four years feel like uncharted waters. Rape allegations rock the university campus where Julavits teaches, unleashing questions of justice and accountability, as well as education and prevention. She begins to wonder how to prepare her son to be the best possible citizen of the world he&’s about to enter. And what she must learn about herself to responsibly steer him.Looking back to her childhood in Maine, where she and her family often navigated the tricky coastline in a small boat, relying on a decades-old nautical guide, Julavits takes us on an intellectual navigation of the self. Throughout, she intertwines her internal analysis with a wide-ranging exploration of what it means to raise a child in a time full of contradictions and moral complexity. Using the past and present as points of orientation, Directions to Myself examines the messy minutiae of family life alongside knottier questions of politics and gender. Through it all, Julavits discovers the beauty and the peril of telling stories as a way to locate ourselves and help others find us.Intimate, rigorous, and refreshingly unsentimental, Directions to Myself cements Julavits&’s reputation as one of the most shrewdly innovative nonfiction writers at work today.From a leading clinical expert in the fields of child cognitive and behavior disorders, a new edition that addresses social…
media, bullying, suicide, and other challenges children and parents face todayIf unaddressed at the early stages, negative thinking can become the gateway to depression and more serious mental health issues. Habitual negative thinking creates chronic or occasional emotional hurdles and impedes optimism, flexibility, and happiness. Being constantly being overloaded with information from friends, classmates, teachers, parents, and the internet, children need tools and strategies for redirecting negative thoughts when they come. In Freeing Your Child from Negative Thinking, Dr. Chansky provides parents, caregivers, and clinicians with clear, concise, and compassionate guidance in equipping children and teens to overcome negativity. She thoroughly covers the underlying causes of children's negative attitudes and provides multiple strategies for managing negative thoughts, building optimism, and establishing emotional resilience.Now, in this revised and updated edition, Dr. Chansky addresses the complex challenges that come with raising kids in a digital age--from navigating social media use to cyber bullying, as well as the grim reality of increased school shootings and suicides. This new edition also includes an expanded section on depression, the importance of healthy sleep, and the parent's role in their children's digital lives. With practical tools for parents to guide their children through these challenges, Freeing Your Child from Negative Thinking is the handbook all parents need to help their children cultivate emotional resilience.Par Aisha Traish, Vivian Paraskevi Douglas. 2023
Ocular surface diseases in children have not always been well understood and the literature in this age group is limited.…
The consequences of misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis include visually significant scarring and amblyopia, thus with real impact on their quality of life and ultimate visual potential. Recently, there has been an increase in clinical and research focus on these diseases, contributing to a growing awareness of their importance to pediatric visual health. This book is the first comprehensive volume dedicated to pediatric ocular surface diseases. It provides an up-to-date and highly illustrated discussion of the pathophysiology, symptomatology and diagnostic and therapeutic strategies of these less commonly understood diseases, in a format that is readily absorbed by trainees and seasoned physicians alike. The aim of this book is to provide a practical and detailed understanding of ocular surface disease in the pediatric population, as many of these corneal conditions in children require unique therapeutic approaches and may have subtle presentations. Chapters will address key issues, such as dry eye disease, Steven Johnson Syndrome and neurotrophic keratitis, that can have a profound impact on children’s visual and social development. Pediatric Ocular Surface Disease is a must-have resource for pediatric ophthalmology fellows, cornea fellows, pediatric ophthalmologists, and cornea specialists.Par Frank Wilhelm. 2023
Ein extrem hilfreiches Lehrbuch für die AugenchirurgieFür die ersten operativen Eingriffe in der Ophthalmochirurgie enthält dieses Buch für den Arzt…
in der Weiterbildung zahlreiche Hinweise und Empfehlungen. Dieses einmalige Praxisbuch bündelt die Erfahrung von vielen Praktikern und ist ein Must-have für ein gutes Gelingen der ersten Operationen am Auge.Die notwendigen Schritte in der Operationsplanung, Lokalanästhesie, Nahttechniken, Nahtmaterial, Schnitttechniken und der jeweilige OP-Ablauf werden dargestellt. Das OP-Lehrbuch zeichnet sich durch zahlreiche Abbildungen aus. Instruktive Schemazeichnungen veranschaulichen einzelne Operationsschritte und das Vorgehen. Mit vielen Tipps von erfahrenen Operateuren - auch, um Pittfalls zu vermeiden. Für alle Weiterbildungsassistenten in der Augenheilkunde zur Vorbereitung auf erste Operationen am Auge.Par Christopher Gavigan. 2008
Learn how to Create a Cleaner, Greener, Safer Home ? from Christopher Gavigan and the trusted experts at Healthy Child…
Healthy World. Healthy Child Healthy World is the essential guide for parents! All parents want a happy and healthy child in a safe home, but where do they start? It starts with the small steps to creating a healthier, less toxic, and more environmentally sound home ? and this is the definitive book to get you there. Unfortunately, tens of millions of Americans, overwhelmingly children, now face chronic disease and illnesses including cancer, autism, asthma, allergies, birth defects, ADD/ADHD, obesity/diabetes, and learning and developmental disabilities. The number gets higher each year and more parents ask WHY? Scientific evidence increasingly finds chemicals in everyday products like cleaning supplies, beauty care and cosmetics, home furnishings, plastics, food, and even toys that are contributors to these ailments. The good news is that you can something to protect your children with a few simple changes! Inside, you?ll find practical, inexpensive, and easy lifestyle advice for every stage of parenting including: * Advice on preparing a nontoxic nursery for a new baby * What every expectant mom needs to do to have a safer pregnancy * Clarifying which plastics and baby products to avoid and the healthier solutions * Tips to take to the grocery store, including the most and least pesticide-laden fruits and vegetables and the best healthy kid-approved snacks * Which beauty care / cosmetic products pose the biggest risk to health * The best recipes for healthy snacks, low-cost and safe homemade cleaners, and non-toxic art supplies * How to easily minimize allergens, dust, and lead * A greener garden, yard, and outdoor spaces * Tips to keep your pets healthy, and the unwanted pests out naturally * Renovation ideas, naturally fresher indoor air, and safer sleeping options, * An 27 page extensive shopper?s guide to most trusted and best products every home needs Inside is also packed with over 40 featured contributions from renowned doctors, environmental scientists, and public-health experts like Dr. Harvey Karp, Dr Philip Landrigan, and William McDonough, as well as many celebrity parents like Gwyneth Paltrow, Tobey Maguire, Sheryl Crow, Erin Brockovich and Tom Hanks. A special featured contribution from First Lady Michelle Obama on her best ways of coping with her daughter?s asthma.Par Jake Graf, Hannah Graf. 2023
'The UK's most influential LGBT Power Couple' - IndependentThis is the inspiring and moving memoir of a couple in search…
of a normal family life. And in many ways that have found that: married, in careers they love and parents to two beautiful children. But their journey there has been an extraordinary one. Becoming Us is the inspiring and at times heart-breaking memoir of Jake and Hannah Graf, the UK's most visible transgender couple and family. We follow their extraordinary paths towards the 'normality' they have always longed for, as they navigate the many challenges and pitfalls along the way. Born in 1980s London under Section 28 and assigned female at birth, Jake knew from a young age that he was in body that didn't fit. Hannah was assigned male at birth, and growing up in small town Cardiff she hid her innate femininity from her family and friends until joining the British Army in her late teens. Their journeys were wildly different, Jake falling into drug and alcohol addiction, Hannah excelling in the military and serving across the world. Hannah would later come out as trans and be awarded an MBE by HRH Prince William. Jake discovered community and purpose in the film industry. But it was only after they found themselves that they were ready to find each other.Now, they are married and parents to two beautiful daughters. Amid soaring levels of hatred and transphobia in the UK, Jake and Hannah have chosen to tell their story in the hope of increasing awareness, raising visibility and spreading some much needed love and understanding around transgender people and their lives. They hope too that in sharing their experiences, they will help in the fight for inclusivity, acceptance and support across all demographics.Par Jake Graf, Hannah Graf. 2023
'The UK's most influential LGBT Power Couple' - GuardianThis is the inspiring and moving memoir of a couple in search…
of a normal family life. And in many ways that have found that: married, doing jobs they love and expecting their second child. But their journey there has been an extraordinary one. Becoming Us is the inspiring and at times heart-breaking memoir of Jake and Hannah Graf, the UK's most visible transgender couple and family. We follow their extraordinary paths towards the 'normality' they have always longed for, as they navigate the many challenges and pitfalls along the way. Born in 1980s London under Section 28 and assigned female at birth, Jake knew from a young age that he was in body that didn't fit. Hannah was assigned male at birth, and growing up in small town Cardiff she hid her innate femininity from her family and friends until joining the British Army in her late teens. Their journeys were wildly different, Jake falling into drug and alcohol addiction, Hannah excelling in the military and serving across the world. Hannah would later come out as trans and be awarded an MBE by HRH Prince William. Jake discovered community and purpose in the film industry. But it was only after they found themselves that they were ready to find each other.Now, they are married and parents to two beautiful daughters. Amid soaring levels of hatred and transphobia in the UK, Jake and Hannah have chosen to tell their story in the hope of increasing awareness, raising visibility and spreading some much needed love and understanding around transgender people and their lives. They hope too that in sharing their experiences, they will help in the fight for inclusivity, acceptance and support across all demographics.(P)2023 Hodder & Stoughton LimitedPar Cara Natterson. 2020
When boys enter puberty, they tend to get quiet—or at least quieter than before—and parents often misread their signals. Here&’s…
how to navigate their retreat and steer them through this confusing passage, by the bestselling author of The Care and Keeping of You series and Guy Stuff: The Body Book for Boys.&“Absolutely essential reading for anyone with a boy in their life!&”—Peggy Orenstein, author of Boy & Sex What is my son doing behind his constantly closed door? What&’s with his curt responses, impulsiveness, newfound obsession with gaming, and . . . that funky smell? As pediatrician and mother of two teenagers Cara Natterson explains, puberty starts in boys long before any visible signs appear, and that causes confusion about their changing temperaments for boys and parents alike. Often, they also grow quieter as they grow taller, which leads to less parent-child communication. But, as Natterson warns in Decoding Boys, we respect their increasing &“need&” for privacy, monosyllabic conversations, and alone time at their peril. Explaining how modern culture mixes badly with male adolescent biology, Natterson offers science, strategies, scripts, and tips for getting it right: • recognizing the first signs of puberty and talking to our sons about the wide range of &“normal&” through the whole developmental process • why teenagers make irrational decisions even though they look mature—and how to steer them toward better choices • managing video game and screen time, including discussing the unrealistic and dangerous nature of pornography • why boys need emotional and physical contact with parents—and how to give it in ways they&’ll accept • how to prepare boys to resist both old and new social pressures—drugs, alcohol, vaping, and sexting • teaching consent and sensitivity in the #MeToo culture Decoding Boys is a powerful and validating lifeline, a book that will help today&’s parents keep their sons safe, healthy, and resilient, as well as ensure they will become emotionally secure young men.Advance praise for Decoding Boys&“Comforting . . . a common-sensical and gently humorous exploration of male puberty's many trials.&”—Kirkus ReviewsPar Kambiz Thomas Moazed. 2023
As we enter the quantum era, new research on applying the rules of quantum physics to biology, which was previously…
considered impossible, has revolutionized our understanding and our concept of molecular and atomic particles behavior and their interactions. This book is the first comprehensive review of the quantum biology of the visual system. Chapters discuss the relevance of quantum physics to the biological systems, especially in the visual system. The main purpose of this book is to simplify quantum biology concepts relevant to physiology of human eye and to help the reader understand the essentials of this new emerging, complex and anti-intuitive field of science. It offers a contemporary view of the emerging interplay between the biochemistry, physiology, molecular biology, and molecular and atomic particle quantum characteristics such as vibration, spin etc.Quantum Biology of the Eye is an essential resource for Ophthalmologists, physicians, residents, fellows, all fields of visual science and medical students in ophthalmology, and other converging fields of science such as visual optics biochemists, psychology etc.Par Susan G Groner. 2020
Mom&’s Choice Award Winner: A collection of simple, fun, effective tips for excelling at—and enjoying!—parenthood. These readily actionable tips…
from the founder of The Parenting Mentor not only help resolve everyday problems—they provide a comforting, calming source of wisdom to help you parent with confidence. Find smart advice on: Parenting Golden RulesFamily TimeRules and RespectPerspective and JudgmentGratitude and AttitudeFood and DiningForbidden PhrasesLife SkillsFamily Management &“The most beautiful thing about the advice in this book is that it all comes with a deep wisdom and love based on years of experience, and a positive energy that any kid would want in their parents!&” —Katya Libin, co-founder and CEO of HeyMamaIs your family all that it could be? Many feel bombarded by images and experiences of broken families, but this…
is not how God intended families to be! So often we examine the traits of unhealthy families, but Gary Chapman paints a biblical portrait of what a loving, stable family looks like. He details five timeless characteristics that create a healthy family environment:A heart for service Husbands and wives who relate intimately Parents who guide their children Children who obey and honor their parents Husbands who love and leadIn Dr. Chapman's own words, "What happens to your family does make a difference not only to you and your children, but to the thousands of young observers who are in search of a functional family."This book is not merely for reading, but for living. Experience God's design for family.Par Brenda Kay Small. 2023
Parents of Smart Kids know they can have complex social, emotional, and intellectual needs. This resource condenses the wisdom and…
experience of teachers and school leaders who have experienced thousands of students with the same needs into 25 key tips for parents seeking to help their Smart Kids thrive. Featuring 25 illustrated strategies for navigating situations unique to Smart Kids, with confident, informed support given every step of the way, this book covers topics such as: What to do when a Smart Kid thinks they are smarter than everyone else, How to motivate a Smart Kid who is bored of school, How are the Smart Kid perfectionist and procrastinator related? It’s not all bad. How to navigate alternatives to regular school classes and other acceleration opportunities Where to find valuable mentors in your community. When and how to act when the Smart Kid is too cool for school. What are the benefits and costs of homeschooling Smart Kids? Parents have great power in schools. Know when and how to use your power. What to do when the Smart Kid finally has a class that is not easy. And much more! Parents are not alone on this complex journey. Take each tip and apply it. Watch Smart Kids thrive with an informed and confident parent. Full of relevant tried-and-true suggestions that are immediately implementable solutions to the common challenges of parenting Smart Kids, this invaluable resource is a must have for parents seeking to confidently navigate the exciting and challenging journey of their Smart Kid's teen years.Par Martha Alicia Chávez. 2005
Este es un libro sobre autenticidad, sobre el poder sanador de la verdad y la imperiosa necesidad de reconocerla. La…
verdad detrás de lo que hacemos y decimos, la verdad sobre las intenciones detrás de muchos de nuestros actos. No es motivo de culpabilidad, vergüenza ni desprecio reconocer que de muchas formas todos nos autoengañamos. Sin embargo, sí es necesario hacernos conscientes de esta situación para poder aceptar la verdad, que nos permite vivir en paz. En honor a la verdad es un libro sobre autenticidad, congruencia, confianza y el poder sanador de la verdad. En sus páginas, la autora nos muestra abiertamente las muchas formas en que nos autoengañamos respecto a temas como los hijos, la relación de pareja, el dinero y otros asuntos sociales, y nos brinda el mejor método para reconocer la verdad como parte fundamental de nuestro proceso de maduración, en todos los aspectos de la vida, así como para evitar que el autoengaño aparezca incluso detrás de nuestras más loables intenciones.Par Martha Alicia Chávez. 1994
Una impactante historia personal sobre la lucha de una madre por vencer su codependencia y desarrollar la fortaleza necesaria para…
liberar a su hijo de las drogas. Te voy a contar una historia, que me pide ser contada. Una historia verdadera sobre drogas, sufrimiento y redención. Sobre el infierno y el cielo; sobre el tormento y la culpa; sobre la fe y los milagros; sobre el poder del amor. Una historia en la que el "¿por qué a mí?" se convirtió en "Gracias porque a mí". Un gracias que te puede parecer absurdo si no ves más allá, si no ves con los ojos del alma que encuentra en todo un para qué. El protagonista es mi hijo Francisco (Paco). Él me ha dado su permiso para contarte su historia, que es también la mía y se parece a la de millones. Las historias superadas ameritan ser contadas, porque pueden servir a otros. Hay cosas que tienen que suceder; que están escritas así para que abran, para que empujen, para que hagan crecer. Las piezas y los actores se van poco a poco entrelazando, a veces durante años, para que suceda eso que ya es.Par Fred Waitzkin. 1988
The inspiration for the iconic film, this memoir by the father of a prodigy reflects on chess, competition, and childhood.…
Fred Waitzkin fell in love with chess during the Cold War–era showdown between Russian champion Boris Spassky and young American superstar Bobby Fischer. Twelve years later, Waitzkin’s own son, Joshua, discovered chess in Washington Square Park and began displaying the telltale signs of a prodigy. Soon, crowds gathered to watch the six-year-old, calling him a “Young Fischer.” An unstoppable player, little Josh was suddenly catapulted into the intense world of competitive chess. When Josh first sat down at a chessboard, he was a charming, rambunctious, rough-and-tumble child. Within weeks, he was playing the game with poise and constrained violence, as if there were a wise old man plotting moves inside him. Then, renowned coach Bruce Pandolfini discovered Josh in the park and began to refine the child’s game. In Searching for Bobby Fischer, Waitzkin recounts his journey with his son into the world of chess, from the colorful milieu of street hustlers to the international network of grandmasters. Looming large over their story is the elusive Bobby Fischer, whose mysterious disappearance from the chess world created a vacuum that would profoundly affect young Josh and his dad. Josh went on to win eight national championships before he turned twenty—but his achievements did not come without cost. In this memoir, Waitzkin explores his love and ambition for Josh, who faces pressures far beyond his years. Even as father and son travel to Moscow to watch Kasparov challenge Karpov, Waitzkin doubts his own motives: Is he pushing his son too hard? Is the game a joy to Josh, or is he just fulfilling his father’s wishes? Searching for Bobby Fischer is about more than chess. “A little gem of a book,” it is ultimately about the struggle we all face to love our families and do right by them while also setting our own paths as individuals (The New York Times).From the caring to the crazy, a collection of wit and wisdom from real-life moms. Their words can bring love…
and laughter and make us feel warm and safe . . . or, occasionally, completely confused. Now, the author of Like My Father Always Said . . .has crowd-sourced quotable quotes from countless moms—and gathers them in this hilarious, heartwarming volume. “Every woman should have a nice gay man looking after her.” “You’re not hungry. Your mouth is bored.” “You like what you’re wearing?” “Have a drink, you’ll perk right up.” “Don’t be impressed by a man’s car—he may be living in it.” Covering a variety of subjects including “Questionable Wisdom,” “Unconditional Love,” and “Good Manners & Bad Behavior,” Like My Mother Always Said . . . is the perfect book for anyone whose mom never gave up on them.Par Hannah Richell. 2019
'Beautiful, heart-rending, life-affirming' Clare Mackintosh The river can lead you home. Or it can take you under...In their ramshackle Somerset…
home, its gardens running down to the river, the Sorrells have gathered for a last-minute wedding. Lucy is desperate to reunite her fractured family. Eve is fighting to keep her perfect life together. Their mother, Kit, a famous author whose stories have run dry, still seethes with resentment towards her youngest child. And Margot, who left home eight years ago under a black cloud, is forced to come face to face with her darkness... As the family come together for a week of celebration and confrontation, their relationships are stretched to breaking point. But can you ever heal the wounds of the past?A spellbinding family drama about sisterhood, secrets and forgiveness - this is a truly unforgettable read.***Readers are being swept away by The River Home:'Beautiful and gripping' LIBBY PAGE, bestselling author of The Lido'A heartwrenching and beautifully written page-turner' SUSAN ELLIOT WRIGHT'No one does dark family secrets like Hannah Richell . . . Beguiling, beautifully written and richly evocative, The River Home will sweep you away' VERONICA HENRY'A tender portrait of a perfectly imperfect family; wise, big-hearted and beautifully written' EMYLIA HALLPar Chloë Ashby. 2023
'Almost hypnotically perfect prose' Kate Sawyer | 'A thoughtful, tender and delicate consideration of life's choices' Huma Qureshi | 'Ashby…
handles her material lightly and atmospherically' Rowan Hisayo BuchananWhen Cathy and Noah first got together neither saw children in their future. Eight years later, they're happily married - and Cathy isn't so sure. With Noah's patience for his wife's ambivalence waning, her widowed mother in a world of her own and her best friend yearning for a second baby, Cathy feels increasingly adrift.Escaping into her work in the conservation studios of the National Gallery, she chips away at the layers of overpaint on a canvas from the collection. Will the discovery of an unexpected truth help her find the clarity she craves?SECOND SELF is a novel about confronting expectations, and learning to cope with the nagging, complex questions that shape a life. It's about minds and bodies at the mercy of natural forces and social pressure. Above all, it's an ode to big decisions, small, tender moments, and how we choose to be. This absorbing second novel from the author of WET PAINT is perfect for fans of EXPECTATION and SORROW AND BLISS.