Summaries of books about Mental Health & Wellness:
Cure
A Journey into the Science of Mind Over Body
Jo Marchant
The book explores the connection between the mind and physical health, examining scientific evidence for how thoughts and feelings can influence the body's healing processes. It delves into topics such as the placebo effect, meditation, and the impact of stress and social connections on health.
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Is It You, Me, or Adult A.D.D.?
Stopping the Roller Coaster When Someone You Love Has Attention Deficit Disorder
Gina Pera
The book provides insights into the challenges and dynamics of relationships where one partner has Adult Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), offering practical advice on managing symptoms and improving communication. It includes strategies for non-ADD partners to better understand and cope with the unpredictable behaviors that ADD can introduce into a relationship.
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Brain Energy
A Revolutionary Breakthrough in Understanding Mental Health--and Improving Treatment for Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD, and More
Christopher M. Palmer
The book presents a novel perspective on mental health disorders, proposing that they may stem from metabolic issues in the brain rather than solely from chemical imbalances or psychological causes. It explores how a ketogenic diet and other metabolic interventions could potentially improve or even resolve symptoms of various psychiatric conditions by addressing the underlying energy deficits in brain cells.
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Sober Curious
The Blissful Sleep, Greater Focus, Limitless Presence, and Deep Connection Awaiting Us All on the Other Side of Alcohol
Ruby Warrington
The book explores the impact of alcohol on our lives and encourages readers to question their drinking habits for improved health and mindfulness. It offers personal insights, research, and stories to inspire a journey towards a life with reduced or no alcohol consumption, highlighting the benefits of sobriety on sleep, focus, presence, and relationships.
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The Well-Gardened Mind
The Restorative Power of Nature
Sue Stuart-Smith
The book explores the therapeutic effects of gardening and engaging with nature on mental health, drawing on neuroscience, psychoanalysis, and compelling stories of people's interactions with the natural world. It delves into how the rhythmic and nurturing aspects of gardening can offer a sense of stability and continuity, aiding in the recovery from stress, trauma, and depression.
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Connecting With The Autism Spectrum
How To Talk, How To Listen, And Why You Shouldn’t Call It High-Functioning
Casey "Remrov" Vormer
The book provides practical advice and insights for effectively communicating with individuals on the autism spectrum, emphasizing the importance of understanding and respecting their unique perspectives. It challenges common labels like "high-functioning," advocating for a more nuanced approach to recognizing each person's individual strengths and challenges.
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Helping You to Identify and Understand Autism Masking
The Truth Behind the Mask
Emma Kendall
The book provides insights into the phenomenon of autism masking, where individuals on the autism spectrum adapt their behaviors to fit social norms, often at the expense of their mental health. It offers guidance on recognizing signs of masking and strategies for supporting those who mask to navigate social situations more authentically.
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I Am Not Sick I Don’t Need Help!
How to Help Someone Accept Treatment - 20th Anniversary Edition
Xavier Amador
The book provides strategies for communicating with loved ones who have mental illness and refuse treatment, emphasizing the importance of empathy, active listening, and building trust. It offers practical advice on how to help individuals recognize their need for professional help through a method called LEAP (Listen, Empathize, Agree, Partner).
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Underestimated
An Autism Miracle
J. B. Handley|Jamison Handley
The book chronicles the journey of a young boy with severe autism who, through a communication method called spelling to communicate (S2C), reveals his intelligence and understanding despite his non-speaking condition. It provides insight into the challenges and triumphs faced by individuals with autism and their families, advocating for a reevaluation of how non-speaking autistic people are perceived and educated.
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Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements
American Nurses Association
The book provides a comprehensive framework of ethical principles and obligations that guide the professional conduct of nurses, including their responsibilities to patients, society, and the nursing profession. It includes interpretive statements that offer further explanation and application of these ethical norms in various clinical and professional scenarios.
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