Download or read book I Am Not Sick I Don t Need Help written by Xavier Francisco Amador and published by . This book was released on 2011-10-19 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'This book fills a tremendous void...' wrote E. Fuller Torrey, M.D., about the first edition of I AM NOT SICK, I Don't Need Help! Ten years later, it still does. Dr. Amador's research on poor insight was inspired by his attempts to help his brother Henry, who developed schizophrenia, accept treatment. Like tens of millions of others diagnosed with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, Henry did not believe he was ill. In this latest edition, 6 new chapters have been added, new research on anosognosia (lack of insight) is presented and new advice, relying on lessons learned from thousands of LEAP seminar participants, is given to help readers quickly and effectively use Dr. Amador s method for helping someone accept treatment. I AM NOT SICK, I Don't Need Help! is not just a reference for mental health practitioners or law enforcement professionals. It is a must-read guide for family members whose loved ones are battling mental illness. Read and learn as have hundreds of thousands of others...to LEAP-Listen, Empathize, Agree, and Partner-and help your patients and loved ones accept the treatment they need.

Download or read book The Jesus Syndrome written by Joseph John Francis and published by Dorrance Publishing. This book was released on 2009-07 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Death and the Language of Happiness written by John Straley and published by Soho Press. This book was released on 2018-06-05 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: P.I. Cecil Younger returns for another “thoroughly enjoyable and slightly wacko” mystery as he connects the dots between a modern-day murder and an Armistice Day tragedy (Boston Globe). In the Alaskan town of Sitka, the living is tough and the crimes are aplenty—and plenty personal. When 97-year-old William Flynn is accused of killing his neighbor, Angela Ramirez, he turns to private investigator Cecil Younger with an odd—and, frankly, rather incriminating—request. He wants Cecil to track down a man he believes witnessed Ramirez’s murder: her estranged husband, Simon Delaney. The only problem? Flynn doesn’t just want Cecil to find Delaney. He wants him to kill the man. Cecil knows that kind of thing would be bad for business, but he takes the job, hoping he can both convince Flynn to call off the manhunt and discover what really happened to his neighbor. But the old man isn’t making the job easy. He keeps confusing two different crimes: Angela Ramirez’s recent murder and an 80-year-old tragedy in which four American Legionnaires were killed during an Armistice Day Parade. Cecil struggles to sort through the old man’s befuddled memories and dives into the search for Delaney, which takes him on a journey through Alaska history and all over the Pacific Northwest, from the Aleutian Islands to Centralia, Washington.

Download or read book Hang in There Wherever There Is written by Nicole Roberge and published by Chipmunkapublishing ltd. This book was released on 2011-06-01 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DescriptionThis compelling and poignant memoir tells about the journey through the disease of Anorexia, the recovery process, and all that comes with it-the hurt, hope and humor. After almost dying from the disease, and being neglected by the doctors, the author sought recovery and spent seven weeks at an inpatient facility. In her powerful story, she digs into the depths of Anorexia and describes how her simple diet and exercise program turned into a horrific eating disorder-one that controlled her life and forced her to go to the gym every day for four hours and reduce her diet to only fruit. After almost suffering from a heart attack and amazed that she was still alive, she knew she had to save herself and get treatment. Today, she is a survivor. By telling her story of the disease and recovery process, she not only educates the reader about eating disorders, but also shares with them a secret world unknown to many, and most importantly, that there is hope and recovery is possible. About the AuthorNicole Roberge was born in 1982 and lives in Connecticut. As a writer, she has been published in The Los Angeles Times, Rolling Stone, ELLEgirl, The Hartford Courant, Diverse Education, Her Sports, Gotham Baseball, Hear/Say, Songwriter Universe, SHE Caribbean, and writes a weekly humor-dating column for Online Dating Magazine. In addition, she was a book contributor to the Los Angeles dining guide, "Hungry?" She also founded and serves as editor to the online music magazine, "Tuned In Music." Roberge founded the non-profit "Beautiful Lives," for Eating Disorder Education and Prevention programs in Connecticut. She speaks at schools, health fairs, and forums on eating disorders. She continues to do other advocacy work in both Connecticut and Washington, D.C. Roberge holds a B.A. in English and a Certificate in Communication from Saint Anselm College in Manchester, New Hampshire, as well as a Certificate in Screenwriting from UCLA.

Download or read book Schizophrenia Bulletin written by and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 366 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Moving On written by Roz D'Ombraine Hewitt and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-03-28 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About one person in a hundred will be diagnosed with schizophrenia at some time in their life. The condition can be severe and debilitating with symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations and the loss of concentration, motivation and social skills. But schizophrenia is not a degenerative or life-threatening condition and in recent years improved knowledge and understanding, psychological treatments and more tolerable medication have greatly increased people's ability to manage their symptoms and live a 'normal' life. This straightforward, accessible and inspiring guide provides information on: - The myths and misconceptions surrounding schizophrenia- The possible causes and how the illness is diagnosed- Medication and other treatment options; sources of support- Improving health and well-being- Employment - paid and voluntary- Complementary therapies - Counselling and psychotherapy The guide also includes the latest research findings and personal accounts of recovery by people with the diagnosis.

Download or read book A Clinical Introduction to Psychosis written by Johanna C. Badcock and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2019-10-19 with total page 736 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practical guide outlines the latest advances in understanding and treating psychotic symptoms and disorders, articulating step-by-step the clinical skills and knowledge required to effectively treat this patient population. A Clinical Introduction to Psychosis takes an evidence-based approach that encourages a wider perspective on clinical practice, with chapters covering stigma and bias, cultural factors, the importance of social functioning, physical health, sleep, and more. A broad array of treatment modalities are discussed, including cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive remediation, psychosocial interventions, trauma-informed therapies, and recovery-oriented practice. The book also provides a concise overview of the latest advances regarding cognitive profiles in people with psychotic disorders, the developmental progression of cognitive abilities, and the clinical relevance of cognitive dysfunction. The book additionally familiarizes readers with issues and controversies surrounding diagnostic classification, transdiagnostic expression, and dimensional assessment of symptoms in psychosis. - Provides treatment and assessment methods for psychotic symptoms and disorders - Looks at how psychosis develops and the impact of stigma on clinicians and clients - Studies the links between trauma, PTSD, and psychosis, as well as sleep and psychosis - Covers digital technologies for treating and assessing psychosis - Outlines strategies for treating visual and auditory hallucinations - Examines how to incorporate consumer and clinician perspectives in clinical practice

Download or read book Handbook of Research on Adult and Community Health Education Tools Trends and Methodologies written by Wang, Victor C. X. and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2014-06-30 with total page 506 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book presents educational and social science perspectives on the state of the healthcare industry and the information technologies surrounding it, offering a compilation of some of the latest cutting edge research on methods, programs, and procedures practiced by health literate societies"--Provided by publisher.

Download or read book Tis Grace written by Allan Thompson and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2012-07-27 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Allan Thompson was a self-destructive alcoholic who had lost everything but his devoted family when he finally hit rock bottom and heard the still, small voice of God beckoning him to a life of hope, joy, and the ministry of Gods Word. Thompson grew up in Arkansas, Tennessee, and Oklahoma and graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a journalism degree. His desire to become an advertising copywriter led him to New York, where he found a position in broadcast sales. He followed this career to Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, St. Louis, and Springfield, Missouri. Along the way, alcohol, cunning, baffling, and powerful, took hold of his life and was progressively destroying him, his career, and his family. God miraculously intervened, saved him, and instantly relieved him of his reliance on alcohol. Through the marvelous work of the Holy Spirit, God then set out to break Thompson of his dependency on his own self and to bring him to reliance on Jesus alone. Thompson candidly tells of his struggles with insecurity (which led to his alcoholism), and his continuing struggles with poor self-esteem and other issues even after his conversion. Christians should be able to identify with Thompsons trials and joys, as he indeed has worked out his salvation with fear and trembling. He has experienced what Paul wrote in Philippians 2:1213: God has worked in him to will and to act according to his good purpose. Thompson goes from a man who used the name of Jesus in vain to a man who passionately loves Jesus. Thompson believes God yearns to redeem every person so the love of Jesus may shine from each.

Download or read book Psychology Mental Health and Distress written by John Cromby and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2017-09-16 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Is depression simply the result of chemical imbalances, or Schizophrenia a wholly biological disorder? What role do the broader circumstances of an individual's social, cultural and heuristic world play in the wider scheme of their psychological wellbeing? In this ground-breaking and highly innovative text, Cromby et al deliver an introduction to the the biopsychosocial paradigm for understanding and treating psychological distress, taking into consideration the wider contexts that engender the onset of mental illness and critiquing the limitations in the sole use of the biomedical model in psychological practice. Rather than biologically determined or clinically measurable, readers are encouraged to consider mental illness as a subjective experience that is expressed according to the individual experiences of the sufferer rather than the rigidity of diagnostic categories. Similarly, approaches to recovery expand beyond psychiatric medication to consider the fundamental function of methods such as psychotherapy, community psychology and service-user movements in the recovery process. Offering a holistic account of the experience of psychological distress, this text draws upon not only statistical evidence but places an integral emphasis on the service-user experience; anecdotal accounts of which feature throughout in order to provide readers with the perspective of the mental health sufferer. Taking an integrative approach to the psychology of mental health, the authors draw from a wealth of experience, examples and approaches to present this student-friendly and engaging text. This is core reading for anyone serious about understanding mental health issues and is suitable for undergraduate students taking introductory courses in psychology and abnormal psychology.

Download or read book The Psychosis of God written by Jeff Hood and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2016-09-08 with total page 75 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Psychosis has taken over. God's brain is gone. There is no cure. There is only God. There is only us. The Psychosis of God is about exploring the divine through the mentally ill amongst us. The image of our creator is the only tool we have for liberating God. The prison of our normative expectations steals our capacity for divine connection. Wake up! The mentally ill God is here to set the captives free. Think right! Perfection is now found in defection. Look out! Crazy is the only way out of this world alive.

Download or read book Be With Me written by Gloria Nailor and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2022-11-03 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Life can be tough! Gloria thought she had the perfect life-she had a great family and job, and was very happy. Just as her son was about to graduate from high school, she was diagnosed with a noncancerous brain tumor. Her life as she knew it came to a screeching halt. She had suffered with headaches and migraines since her childhood but never expected this diagnosis. After her diagnosis, she suffered a mental breakdown. This breakdown was harder to recover from than the physical challenges she had to overcome after surgery. A year after surgery, she had a major skull infection and the tumor started to regrow. This book is her story of fighting to regain what she had lost. Her hope is that her story can help others going through a hard time in their life.

Download or read book Evil Spirits Cause Chaos in a Psychic s Life written by Marie Foster and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2019-08-20 with total page 167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Evil Spirits Cause Chaos in a Psychic's Life provides a raw, unfiltered account of the hidden dangers within the spiritual realm. This captivating read, emerging as a poignant addition to psychic books, navigates the complex journey of a fifty-year-old mother who stumbles upon her latent psychic abilities. The author unravels her experiences with malevolent spirits that pose as spirit guides, offering first-hand knowledge to readers seeking answers to questions such as “Who is my spirit guide?" and "Are spirit guides bad?" She candidly shares the turmoil these spirits caused, manipulating her trust, inducing chaos, and escalating their attacks when their deceit was threatened. As she ventures into the supernatural realm, she emphasizes the importance of seeking spiritual guidance. She stresses the importance of faith’s paramount role in the responsible development of one’s psychic abilities. The book is primarily tailored for psychics, especially those discovering their psychic abilities later in life and grappling with confusion and numerous questions. Readers learn from the author's experiences, making the book an invaluable resource, almost a spiritual guidance handbook for empaths and psychics. However, its scope extends beyond adult psychics and offers insightful knowledge to children psychics, making it an inclusive empath and psychic abilities book. The author's encounter with the spiritual battle between good and evil is at the heart of this intriguing narrative, emphasizing the need for firm faith and resilience. The author vividly recounts her life-altering miracle, a visible cross on a full moon, and the subsequent spiritual battle that fortified her faith in God. Readers experience her vivid visualization of wielding a luminous cross, symbolizing her soul intermingled with divine protection as she fought against the onslaught of malicious spirits. Evil Spirits Cause Chaos in a Psychic's Life serves as an eye-opening account and a compelling guide, providing readers with an understanding of the intricate world of psychic abilities, emphasizing the importance of spiritual discernment, and fortifying their resolve to confront and overcome adversities.

Download or read book Impact written by E. D. Morin and published by University of Alberta. This book was released on 2021-10-05 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Impact, 21 women writers consider the effects of concussion on their personal and professional lives. The anthology bears witness to the painstaking work that goes into redefining identity and regaining creative practice after a traumatic event. By sharing their complex and sometimes incomplete healing journeys, these women convey the magnitude of a disability which is often doubted, overlooked, and trivialized, in part because of its invisibility. Impact offers compassion and empathy to all readers and families healing from concussion and other types of trauma. Contributors: Adèle Barclay, Jane Cawthorne, Tracy Wai de Boer, Stephanie Everett, Mary-Jo Fetterly, Rayanne Haines, Jane Harris, Kyla Jamieson, Alexis Kienlen, Claire Lacey, E. D. Morin, Julia Nunes, Shelley Pacholok, Chiedza Pasipanodya, Judy Rebick, Julie Sedivy, Dianah Smith, Carrie Snyder, Kinnie Starr, Amy Stuart, Anna Swanson

Download or read book Cognitive Behavioural Integrated Treatment C BIT written by Hermine L. Graham and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2004-01-09 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This exciting new book addresses the important issue of how to provide integrated mental health and substance misuse treatment of individuals with these co-occurring disorders. Combining both theory and practice, by the use of illustrative clinical case material, it provides a survey of different approaches to the integration of mental health and substance misuse services. A unique collection of chapters, from authors who are experts in the field and pioneering innovative approaches, provides an international perspective (including UK, Germany, Australia, USA, Canada) of treatment. Arranged in five sections, Section 1 provides an introduction to the issue of substance misuse amongst those with psychosis. Section 2 introduces a range of integrated service models from different countries. The third section provides a practical hands-on guide to assessment and treatment. The fourth section addresses the specific treatment needs of special population groups (including young people, forensic groups, homeless people and those with HIV/AIDS). The final section examines treatment outcome studies and implications for the future. Clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses, case managers, and psychiatric social workers in training and practice in clinic, hospital and community settings will find this book an essential practical resource for working with individuals (and their families) with co-occurring disorders.

Download or read book Oxford Textbook of Psychotherapy written by Glen O. Gabbard and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 548 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the publication of this book psychotherapy finally arrives at the mainstream of mental health practice. This volume is an essential companion for every practising psychiatrist, clinical psychologist, psychotherapy counsellor, mental health nurse, psychotherapist, and mental healthpractitioner. It is integrative in spirit, with chapters written by an international panel of experts who combine theory and research with practical treatment guidelines and illustrative case examples to produce an invaluable book. Part One gives a comprehensive account of all the major psychotherapeutic approaches. Parts Two and Three systematically describe psychotherapeutic approaches to the major psychiatric disorders and personality disorders. Many chapters are multi-authored and describe the psychodynamic, cognitivebehavioural and other approaches for treating these illnesses. Part Four examines applications and modifications of psychotherapy across the lifecycle. Part Five describes psychotherapy with specific populations such as medical patients and those where gender is an issue, and finally Part Sixtackles some of the special topics of concern to psychotherapists including ethics, legal issues, and psychotherapy and neuroscience. The first of its kind, this is a 'must have' volume for all trainee and practising psychological therapists, whatever their background - psychiatry, psychology,social work, or nursing.

Download or read book Deliverance from Evil Spirits written by Dr. Francis MacNutt and published by Chosen Books. This book was released on 2009-02 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to deliverance ministry explains the biblical record and clarifies what a deliverance ministry is and how it functions in the church of today.