Vidyamala Burch has suffered with chronic pain for over 30 years due to congenital weakness a car accident & unsuccessful surgery. She is now a wheelchair user. In this positive & reassuring new book she identifies that it is our resistance to pain which causes it to be so distressing & miserable. We dont want it to be happening to us & we wish we werent experiencing it. LIVING WELL WITH PAIN & ILLNESS is a practical guide to living with & managing chronic pain through the principle of mindfulness. By developing a calm awareness of your body & your pain you can learn to let go of the frustration & suffering that you associate the pain with & the pain will reduce. Vidyamala Burch uses easy-to follow breathing techniques & powerful mindfulness meditations which teach you how to live in the present moment. LIVING WELL WITH PAIN & ILLNESS

Includes:: helpful illustrations offers effective ways of managing chronic pain & is a must-read for all sufferers.

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In this essential guide to living wild Bear Grylls reveals the secrets of his years of fieldcraft experience. This is the information you really need to know about living in the field from the man who has passed 21 SAS selection climbed Everest & survived in some of the most inhospitable regions on Earth. In his inimitable style Bear has thrown out everything that's boring about scouting & fieldcraft & concentrated only on what's exciting inspirational & a little bit edgy. It's all here from mastering the art of making the perfect campfire & constructing the best camp to navigating safely through all terrains in all weathers
- with or without a map... The only other thing you'll need is this book!
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Children will enjoy making & playing in wigwams domes & tunnels. More advanced projects suitable for adults include fences chairs & arbours. Jon Warnes discusses the tools you need planting the willow joining grafting & weaving in detail &

Includes:: other makers work in different styles to inspire you to create your own designs.

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This second book from Matthew Johnstone author of I Had a Black Dog" is an equally touching & beautifully illustrated book written for those who care for those suffering from depression
- friends family members colleagues & even therapists. Using wonderful illustrations & the image of Churchill's infamous 'black dog' Matthew & his wife Ainsley offer a moving inspirational & often humorous portrait of life with depression
- not only for those suffering from it themselves but for those close to them." Living with a Black Dog" speaks directly to the carer & offers practical & sometimes tongue-in-cheek tips on helping the depression sufferer such as: ' Socks have little do with mental health. If people could just 'snap out of it' they would'; & ' Encourage any form of regular exercise. Fitness robs the Dog of its power'. Based on their own experiences Matthew & his wife Ainsley treat the subject of depression sympathetically hopefully & most importantly humorously."

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Living with a Willy is about what it's really like to be a willy owner. It's about your body & what happens to it. Real things stuff like what it feels like to stand in the shower next to someone who's only two weeks older than you but seems to be in possession of a member several sizes bigger. This book isn't going to teach you a lot of long Latin words ending in m but it might just help you understand what it really means to own a daft tuft of flesh shaped like a chipolata. ...

Bipolar disorder also known as manic-depressive illness is a brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in a person's mood energy & ability to function. The main symptoms of are mood swings ranging from extreme happiness (mania) to extreme sadness or depression which can last several weeks or more. Different from the normal ups & downs that everyone goes through symptoms are severe. They can result in damaged relationships poor job or school performance & there is an increased risk suicide. The good news is that bipolar disorder can be treated & people with this illness can lead full & productive lives. Bipolar disorder affects around one in 100 people & typically develops in late adolescence or early adulthood affecting women & men equally. Often not recognized as an illness it can cause years of suffering before it is properly diagnosed & treated. Like diabetes or heart disease bipolar disorder is a long-term illness that must be carefully managed throughout a person's life. This book looks at: what is bipolar disorder
- types (Bipolar 1 Bipolar 11) & symptoms; diagnosis including differential diagnoses eg other psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia thyroid disorders anorexia nervosa cerebrovascular event dementia; management
- psychological therapy including CBT; management
- drug therapy; self-management
- planning & preventing episodes; alternative therapies that help; & other strategies eg exercise.



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Living with Blind Dogs now in its second edition is the only published resource book on this topic. It embodies helpful hints from dozens of blind-dog owners as well as years of ophthalmic nursing veterinary & dog training experiences. Both the veterinary community & dog owners alike continue to praise this text in which Levin successfully answers the common question: What do I do now?"" ...

Crohns Disease & ulcerative colitis are both inflammatory bowel disorders which can be unpleasant & embarrassing. This helpful book explains what Crohns Disease is & who is likely to suffer from it. The causes lie in our lifestyle & diet & Joan Gomez advises on how to spot the symptoms & on changes to living & eating habits which will help. She spells out the treatments you may receive including the possibility of side-effects. If you think you may have inflammatory bowel disease this book will provide you with the basic information you need. ...

For people with Developmental Dyspraxia everyday life can pose a multitude of problems. Tasks the majority of people would find simple can often be taxing & frought with difficulty. Living with Dyspraxia" was written to help all adults with Dyspraxia tackle the everyday situations that many people take for granted. It is full of practical advice on everything from getting a diagnosis to learning how to manage household chores. Important topics are addressed such as self-esteem whether to disclose your condition within the workplace how to communicate more effectively & also how Dyspraxia often interacts with other conditions such as Dyslexia ADHD & Asperger's Syndrome. This practical resource will be of use to adults with Dyspraxia the professionals & families members who come into contact with them as well as those who simply wish to learn more about Dyspraxia." ...

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterised by pain in the muscles tendons ligaments & nerves. Other symptoms include fatigue sleep problems allergies anxiety irritable bowel syndrome headaches morning stiffness & problems with short term memory & concentration. Increasing recognition of fibromyalgia means that diagnosis & treatment are increasingly likely but self-help is still key. As well as tried & tested advice on how to reduce pain boost energy levels & help with regular sleep this new edition

Includes:: the latest in treatments such as the popular therapy guaifenesin (sic). It also looks at how pain is experienced explores the possibility that fibromylagia may be due to a rogue gene & clarifies the difference between fibromyalgia & chronic fatigue syndrome. Other topics include: * fibromyalgia & immune dysfunction * links with hypothyroidism * psychotherapy * the vital importance of low-impact aerobic exercise such as walking cycling or swimming diet * illustrated posture & exercise advice * pain & stress management * complementary therapies ' Having managed her own fibromyalgia Christine now passes her experience & knowledge on to others so that they do not have to spend their precious time researching what she has already done. Progress has been made over the last few years & more medical professionals are recognising the symptoms but there are still many who lack the knowledge to diagnose & treat fibromyalgia effectively. At present there are no national guidelines for treatment. This is one reason this book is so vital to those with fibromyalgia their families friends & employers.' Pam Stewart MBE Fibromyalgia Association UK chair

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