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What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? With Autism and Asperger syndrome now reckoned to affect one in a hundred of our population, this is a question that more and more people are needing to ask.
'Explaining Autism Spectrum Disorder' is the first book in a new series, the 'Explaining' series and provides a clear and concise introduction to this fascinating and perplexing subject. Written in accessible, non-specialist language it provides an ideal introduction for parents, carers, teachers and employers - for anyone coming across this intriguing condition - on ways to understand what is the Autistic Spectrum.
The book covers:
· The 'Triad of Impairment'
· Getting a diagnosis
· Sensory issues
· Special interests
· Anxiety, depression and anger
· Ways to provide support
· Encouraging friendships
· Living with - and celebrating - the conditionThe book includes a comprehensive section on managing school, and gives pointers for parents and carers, and for adults with autism themselves, on pathways to help and support.
Publication: June 2010 - see REVIEWS for this book in the Authors News
The Author: Clare Lawrence is a teacher and a mother of two children, one of whom has autism. She is a graduate of Oxford, York, Northumbria, Sheffield Hallam and Birmingham universities, has a University Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder and a Post Graduate Certificate in Asperger Syndrome. She works part time with adults with autism and has written a number of books on ways to support, understand and appreciate people with conditions on the Autism Spectrum.
Emerald Publishing ISBN 9781847161642 £9.99
A Book of Answers by Clare Lawrence
This latest book in the Emerald Series, Finding Asperger Syndrome in the family-A Book of Answers, by Clare Lawrence, is a very comprehensive and clear guide to Aspergers Syndrome and the effects on children and family.
Not everyone facing this issue for the first time is ready for complicated hard to digest material. This book is invaluable in that it takes the form of providing key answers to questions which are most often raised and is aimed at the absolute beginner in this field. It will prove invaluable to all those who wish to understand more about this complex area, whether parent or professional.
The following areas are covered in detail:
o Sensory issues
o Interventions
o Behavioral problems
o Diet o Drugs
o Educational issues
o Explanation of symptoms and description of conditions
The author: Clare Lawrence has a postgraduate certificate in the area of Aspergers Syndrome. Her own son was diagnosed with AS four years ago and she has become heavily involved in the educational aspects of AS. She was involved as a parent at the inception of the DASLne Autism Database in the north-east and she appears on the Great Ormond street educational DVD about more effective early diagnosis of AS.
Author: Clare Lawrence BA (HONS) MA PGCE
The first book in "Nature's Health Secrets" series by Rajgopal Nidamboor
Researchers suggest that the sea and ocean could become our new, big frontiers for deriving medicines in the 21st century. You name it - shark cartilage, shark liver oil, cod, or fish oils, mussel, sea cucumber, seaweed, oyster, shrimp, sponge etc.,
They provide curative medicines. They are natural. They are available in profusion. Most importantly, they provide through their use a great degree of safety - for our optimal health and well-being, without the dangerous side-effects of conventional medications.
The best part - sea cure is risk-free and sure, so much so you will wonder why you have not tried some of its wholesome miracles yet!
Not just a book, but a one-stop guide to expand on your health information - with the latest knowledge available on sea medicines - to enable healthy and vibrant lives.
Published: July 25th 2010About the Author: Rajgopal Nidamboor is a Mumbai-based physician, writer and editor. He is a graduate in homeopathic medicine, Fellow of the College of Chest Physicians and Member of the Centre of Applied Medicine. His special interests include natural health and well-being; mind-body/integrative medicine; nutritional medicine; psychology; philosophy/spirituality etc.,
The second book in "Nature's Health Secrets" series by Rajgopal Nidamboor
Osteoarthritis is a major joint disorder. It affects millions of people worldwide - and, could affect many more - including YOU!
There is no easy answer - much less a cure for osteoarthritis, because conventional or prescription medications have nothing much to offer, much less to repair, or rebuild, an osteoarthritic joint. Besides, they tend to have a host of side effects - some of them serious.
Glucosamine and chondroitin are natural dietary supplements, or "nutrients." They have health-promoting, disease-preventing, and therapeutic properties. They also get to the "source" of the osteoarthritic problem, and revamp joint cartilage - safely. Isn't this enough reason for you to try them out [along with other natural herbs and options] - to bring back the smile to your joints and promote good health and well-being, naturally and gently?
Published: July 25th 2010About the Author: Rajgopal Nidamboor is a Mumbai-based physician, writer and editor. He is a graduate in homeopathic medicine, Fellow of the College of Chest Physicians and Member of the Centre of Applied Medicine. His special interests include natural health and well-being; mind-body/integrative medicine; nutritional medicine; psychology; philosophy/spirituality etc.,
Detox Naturally: Ever thought of flushing out toxins from the body, or a non-surgical procedure that was safe, economical, and easy-to-use, to circumvent the need for bypass, or angioplasty? If you haven't, there's no need to search the horizons! For good measure, this natural, non-invasive therapy has proven benefits - based on actual patient results and evidence-based studies conducted during the past five decades. Its name: chelation therapy.
Chelation therapy is a simple form of treatment that not only reverses and slows down the progression of blockages in your heart, but also stalls the development of other age-related and degenerative diseases.
Naturally. There is also an additional benefit. The therapy improves symptoms associated with many other diseases affecting the body, though why this happens is not yet fully understood. Yet, the most important feature, which is also the most significant and verifiable aspect of the chelation treatment plan, is it happens and, it also works.Publication Sept 2010
About the Author: Rajgopal Nidamboor is a Mumbai-based physician, writer and editor. He is a graduate in homeopathic medicine, Fellow of the College of Chest Physicians and Member of the Centre of Applied Medicine. His special interests include natural health and well-being; mind-body/integrative medicine; nutritional medicine; psychology; philosophy/spirituality etc.,
Emerald Publishing ISBN 9781847161697 £9.99
Nature's Aspirin: Call it the "herbal aspirin" effect, or what you may, natural herbs provide us a holistic medicinal tool-kit for optimal health and well-being. They offer us the means to combat pain and other illnesses, without the adverse side- or after-effects of conventional non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs [NSAIDs].
This is not all. With the "demise" of the once-popular coxib drugs, such as Vioxx, due to their deleterious effects on the heart, the "climate," or need, for natural herbal remedies, to fill the gap, has never been more pronounced.
Nature's Aspirin explores what herbs, in the form of simple but profound kitchen remedies, such as green tea, ginger, turmeric, holy basil, rosemary etc., hold for us - a mirror to the future of pain relief, including prevention and treatment of a host of other disorders such as cancer.
Natural herbs, it is rightly said, nurture our need for a safe and gentle treatment plan, or option - without the side-effects of conventional medications.
Publication Sept 2010
About the Author: Rajgopal Nidamboor is a Mumbai-based physician, writer and editor. He is a graduate in homeopathic medicine, Fellow of the College of Chest Physicians and Member of the Centre of Applied Medicine. His special interests include natural health and well-being; mind-body/integrative medicine; nutritional medicine; psychology; philosophy/spirituality etc.,Emerald Publishing ISBN 9781847161680 £9.99
The Ultimate Nutrition Guide:
For cancer sufferers, their family and friendsThe Ultimate Nutrition Guide is a comprehensive practical guide to equip cancer sufferers, their family and friends with a solid and sound foundation of nutritional advice and support, addressing aspects both at home and in hospital.
The book empowers readers with the understanding and practical knowledge to optimize their health and well being through nutritional therapy. Based on the latest research and practice, the book shows readers the importance of nutrition and how to apply important principles to their diet.
The following areas are covered in detail:
o The importance of good nutrition for those suffering cancer
o How cancer affects nutritional status
o How to measure and monitor nutritional status
o Psychological aspects of nutrition
o A practical guide to nutritional therapy
The Emerald series; The Ultimate Nutrition Guides aim to provide readers with books that are based on the latest evidence and are a source of information that can be trusted. The author aims to provide us with practical advice on the benefits of her experience both within the NHS and private practice. She has just finished her second book (see below) and aims to cover the major range of illnesses affecting us all - helping us to decide what and what not to eat depending on our particular problems.
Published 2008
Read an interview with Zoe about her book
The Author: Zoe Hellman is a State Registered Dietitian and has worked in both the public and private sector. She has seen first-hand the importance of nutrition and the impact it can have on well-being and health.
Without doubt, the rising incidence of depression in society, the source of which is manifold and complex, is of growing concern to many people, whether layperson or professional. Understanding Depression by Nicolette Heaton-Harris is a wide-ranging introduction to the nature and origins of depression and also the existing support framework.
Understanding Depression is the perfect book for all those who wish to develop their knowledge of this area, whether professional, layperson or student and covers the following areas:
o The sources of depression
o Types of depression
o Medications and treatment
o Post natal depression
o Manic and clinical depression
o Self harm and suicidal tendencies
o Cognitive behaviour therapy
o Case studies in depressionPublication: Jan 2008
The Author: Nicolette Heaton-Harris is an author in the area of child psychology and health and also in the field of mental health. She has published several books on the subject of teenage pregnancy and mental health.
THE COMPLETE HEALTH GUIDE
A Guide to Alternative Health and Alternative Remedies is a comprehensive, clear guide to the whole area of alternative medicines covering the field of alternative health and also the many alternative remedies on offer.
The book is concise and covers the following areas:
o Overview of alternative health
o Acupuncture
o Aromatherapy
o Chiropractic
o Flower Remedies
o Food for health
o Food properties
o Herbal medicine
o Homeopathy
o Naturopathy
o Osteopathy
o ReflexologyPublication: Feb 2008
The author: Jenny Halbert is a qualified homoeopathist with her own practice in Glasgow. She also writes extensively for the trade press and brings her experience to bear in this comprehensive book.
A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO THE FRAMEWORK OF MENTAL HEALTH PROVISION IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
With the whole legal landscape set to change in respect of the provision of mental healthcare, Mental Health and The Community The Context of Mental Illness, will prove to be a very timely book and is a comprehensive introduction to the framework of law and practice that governs the provision of mental health care in the United kingdom.
This book will prove invaluable to those who wish to understand more about this complex area, whether layperson or student.
The following areas are covered in detail:
o An outline history of mental illness
o Mental illness and the law
o The role of mental health professionals
o The nature of psychiatric hospitals
o Care in the communityPublication: August 2007
About the author: Marianne Richards is an experienced Mental Health Worker who has spent a large proportion of her career with mentally ill patients. She has worked as a counselor and has researched the area of behavioral family therapy. She is currently completing a doctorate at the university of Bath.
A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO DIAGNOSING AND TREATING MENTAL ILLNESS
This second book in the Mental Health and the Community Series, Part 2, The Diagnosis and Treatment of Mental Illness builds on Part 1 by exploring the diagnostic elements involved in detecting Mental Illness and also the corresponding treatments available.
As with Part 1, the information provided will prove invaluable to those who wish to understand more about this complex area, whether layperson or student.
The following areas are covered in detail:
o Introduction to mental illness
o The diagnosis of mental illness
o Living with mental illness-case studies
o Medicine or metaphysics-comparative approaches to treatment
o Aftercare in the communityPublication: August 2007
About the author: Marianne Richards is an experienced Mental Health Worker who has spent a large proportion of her career with mentally ill patients. She has worked as a counselor and has researched the area of behavioral family therapy. She is currently completing a doctorate at the university of Bath.
Help Yourself to a Healthier Future by Rosie Gordon
Asthma Begins at Home is an approachable guide for asthmatics and their families. It is a positive first step towards understanding and taking control of allergic disease. We are hearing more and more about the increases in asthma, with questions about asthma littering the daily press. In the UK alone, over 5 million people are living and dying with this debilitating disease today. In the UK, serious or life threatening asthma results in 74,000 emergency hospital admissions each year. Currently, 1,500 people die from asthma each year, over a third of which are people over the age of 65. Asthma attacks now cost the UK an estimated £1.2 billion in lost productivity, £850 in NHS treatment and a further £1.6 million on social security costs. (2001 Asthma Audit by the National Asthma Campaign). Nell Nockles was very nearly another victim of asthma, until she discovered the effects of removing allergens from her environment. She has since devoted her life to research and campaigning for the public to share this vital information.
The Author: Rosie Gordon is a writer and editor and has been a part of the Nockles family campaign fro seven years. She has been involved in channeling their research into the unique, educational website www.housedustmite.org , which gets over 400 visitors a day. Asthma begins at home: Clearly explains allergic asthma without drowning you in science Challenges the efficacy of current asthma treatment Looks at your environment as the cause of symtoms Explains that you are in control of your health gives clear, simple guidelines for improving symtoms Includes feedback from a study group which tried these methods
Revised Edition May 2007
THE SECOND BOOK IN THE 'EXPLAINING' SERIES
What exactly is Alzheimer's disease and dementia? With Alzheimer's and dementia now reckoned to affect many in our population, this is a question that more and more people are needing to ask.
Written in accessible, non-specialist language it provides an ideal introduction for parents, carers, and partners - indeed for anyone who is faced with a loved one or client with these conditions.
The book covers:
· The experience of living with Dementia and Alzheimer's
· What are Dementia and Alzheimer's?
- The nature of these conditions
· Different behaviours
· Helping people with Dementia and Alzheimer's
· Wider help and support-social services and support networks
· What is the future of dementia care?
· Developments in research-different approaches to care
· Government policies
The Author: David Moore has a Masters Degree in Health Psychology and has extensive experience in the area of dementia care. He has published numerous articles in the field, including articles for specialist journals.
THE THIRD BOOK IN THE 'EXPLAINING' SERIES
A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO ALL ASPECTS OF PARKINSON'S AND ISSUES AFFECTING PARKINSON'S SUFFERERS
Parkinson's, or the onset of Parkinson's, is a very stressful time for those unfortunate to suffer it. Quite often guidance on the subject is conflicting and unclear. This third book in the Emerald Explaining Series Explaining Parkinson's deals with Parkinson's in a very sensitive and clear way and will be of great assistance and comfort to those who read it.
The book gives advice on techniques for coping with the diagnosis, finding the right doctors, diets and, overall, dealing with the condition and the attendant stress.
The following areas are covered in detail:
· Diagnosing Parkinson's
* Explaining the condition to others
· Choosing effective medication
* Diet and exercise
* Surgical options
* Parkinson's and the future
* Case studiesPub: July 25TH 2011
The author: Doreen Jarrett is a researcher and journalist who has worked professionally with many people of all ages who have been diagnosed with Parkinson's
COMBATING CHILD OBESITYA Comprehensive Guide to Children's Health and Fitness Children's Health-Combating Obesity, is an extremely comprehensive guide to the problems affecting children and their health from the early years through to the teens.
The book specifically approaches the problems of obesity, dealing with causes and effects of obesity, both medical and psychological, and providing a series of healthy diets and activities which will ensure that a child grows up healthy and fit and avoids the dangers inherent in the early years.
The book covers the following areas in detail:
Facts about child obesity
Effects of obesity
Medical causes of obesity
Motivation and Self-Esteme
Healthy and enjoyable food programs
Activities to combat obesity
Involving the child in choiceThe Author: Nicolette Heaton Harris is an author and expert in the areas of child health and child psychology. She has published three books in this area, on teenage pregnancy and mental health. This book follows two years of research into child health and the causes of obesity.
Pub: May 2007