Whether you are stuck in the distress of life, or appear like nothing’s wrong, you may have faced trauma or incredible stress or suffocating fear. Maybe you wonder whether those emotions, memories, and experiences are blocking you from being as fulfilled and happy as you could be. Maybe you’re stuck in patterns that simply no longer work for you.What if you could change it all? What if you could feel safe and solid and secure inside your own body? What if your life could be peacefu...

A close look at the nature of violence against sexual and gender minorities (LGBTQ+ people) with a global framework that examines the features of violence, while also exploring the ways it manifests various cultural ideas about sexuality and gender, family structures, and intersectional identities.Here we examine closely the prevalence of global violence against LGBTQ+ individuals and how it is experienced differently among various groups, considering intersecting ...

The Hidden Wound Affecting Millions of WomenA father wound is a worthiness wound. Millions of women have one and don’t know it has a name. It's the inner voice telling you that you need to be different, better, or more accomplished to be worthy of love and consideration. We carry it into job interviews, first dates, and what we see in the mirror each and every day.After nearly three decades in clinical practice, Terri Cole has seen how profoundly father-dau...

The New York Times bestselling author of My Grandmother's Hands surveys America's deteriorating democracy and offers embodied practices to help us protect ourselves and our country."All of us need to read this book—and then act on it.”—Angela Rye, NPR political analyst and former CNN commentator"Resmaa Menakem is one of our country's most gifted racial healers. His brilliant new book could not be more timely."—Mich...

The up-to-date, practical guide for helping your child deal with anxietyFear, worry, stomach pains, self-doubt—these are classic symptoms of anxiety in children. Using kid-friendly concepts and real-life examples, this reassuring guide helps adults and children understand the powerful ways in which anxiety works and how to overcome its negative effects. This revised edition includes all-new chapters on food phobia; the relationship between anxiety and other illnesse...

As a child and family therapist for over 20 years, the author has been asked by parents to write about strategies she has seen to be effective for children with ADHD. For busy, on-the-go parents and care-givers who want help now, without reading a textbook, this book is designed to help you work out what to do in practical ways everyday.

The third edition of Alzheimer’s Early Stages offers new research findings, treatment approaches, and information on the three key areas of Alzheimer’s disease: medical aspects, day-to-day care, and care for the caregiver. Daniel Kuhn seeks to replace fear with knowledge. With information on the progression of the disease, potential non-drug means of treatment, the changing world of the diagnosed individual, legal and financial planning, and maintaining physical and mental health ...

More than just an occasional stomach ache or the common jitters, anxiety can impact a child's friendships, self esteem and school performance. Parents, caregivers, teachers and clinicians desiring effective tools in managing anxiety in their children can now find hope in Anxiety Mapping for Kids ~ 50 Keys to Managing Anxiety in Children. These methods have been used for over 20 years in private practice settings, healthcare clinics and school environments. Results have found to bring comfo...

“If it’s Raining Men, Why is Your Bucket Empty?” helps you to create that committed relationship with someone special. Whether you are single, on a first date, or have been dating for several years, this book shows you how to strengthen your relationship while promoting a healthy, long-lasting partnership through communication, trust, honesty, and friendship. Unlike other relationship books, “If it’s Raining Men, Why is Your Bucket Empty?” is a useful tool for: • Self discovery and persona...

Feel informed and empowered with this thoroughly updated, full-color pregnancy guide, which recognizes that “one size fits all” doesn’t apply to maternity care.Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn provides the comprehensive guidance you need to make informed decisions about having a safe and satisfying pregnancy, birth, and postpartum period–decisions that reflect your preferences, priorities, and values. This ...

A gritty, down-to-earth guide for real-life couplesConflict is a natural part of any intimate relationship. Yet most couples either avoid it or try to smooth over their differences. This often results in at least one partner compromising their integrity—and stunting their own growth.Monsters in Love challenges the idea that conflict between partners is unhealthy or something to avoid. Instead, it encourages both people to stand by what they need an...

When you have difficulties managing your emotions, it can feel like you’re losing control of your whole life. Anger, hurt, grief, worry, and other intense feelings can be overwhelming, and how you react to these emotions can impact your ability to maintain relationships, succeed at work, or even think straight! If you find it difficult to understand, express, and process intense emotions—and most of us do—this book is for you.Calming the Emotional Storm is your guide to co...