Mental Disorders

Every year, millions of withdrawn little girls and chronically overwhelmed women go undiagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder because they don't fit the stereotypical profile: they're not fast-talking, hyperactive, or inattentive, and they are not male. Sari Solden's groundbreaking study reveals that ADHD affects just as many women as men, and that the resulting depression, disorganization, anxiety, and underachievement are also symptoms of ADHD. Newly revised and updated to reflect the latest clinical research, the book explores treatment and counseling options and more.

For mental health professionals treating clients with trauma, this comprehensive guide outlines an innovative approach that combines the strengths of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR) with internal family systems (IFS). With this professional guide, clinicians will discover practical, step-by-step interventions to improve treatment outcomes for a rapidly growing number of clients seeking help for trauma and complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD).

Parents are the first to know when their child starts behaving differently. Has your son stopped eating his favorite food, or does he refuse to eat out with friends? Has your daughter drastically increased her exercise regimen or become obsessed with health foods? These are among the telltale signs that your child, like millions of others, may have an eating disorder (ED). In this essential guide, registered dietitians Casey Crosbie and Wendy Sterling introduce an all-new strategy you can use to help your child at home.

Breaking the Patterns of Depression begins by translating the clinical literature on psychotherapy and antidepressant medication into language that can be used to enhance an understanding of depression, and to personalize individual cures. Yapko uses a conversational, anecdotal tone that encourages listeners to take an active approach to helping themselves. Special sections entitled "Learn by Doing" and "Shifting Perspectives" help develop the skills necessary to manage difficult experiences.

Babies don't automatically know how to sleep through the night; they need to be taught. The Sears family has learned from decades of pediatric practice, bolstered by their own parenting experiences, that different babies have different nighttime temperaments - and, of course, different families have different lifestyles. Instead of espousing the kind of "one method fits all" approach advocated in other baby sleep guides, the Sears family explains how you can create a sleep plan that suits the needs of your entire family.

On October 20, 1973, in San Francisco, a White couple strolling down Telegraph Hill was set upon and butchered by four young Black men. Thus began a reign of terror that lasted six months and left 15 Whites dead and the entire city in a state of panic. The perpetrators wanted nothing less than a race war.

Panic anxiety is the number one mental health problem for women and second only to drug abuse among men. Synthetic tranquilizers can alleviate the symptoms of anxiety illnesses. However, in order to achieve lasting emotional tranquility, a significant lifestyle change must be made. The Anxiety Cure provides proven, natural strategies for overcoming panic disorder and finding an emotional balance in today's fast-paced world.

Do you ever wonder what is happening inside your brain when you feel anxious, panicked, and worried? In Rewire Your Anxious Brain, psychologist Catherine Pittman and author Elizabeth Karle offer a unique, evidence-based solution to overcoming anxiety, based in cutting-edge neuroscience and research.

Would you like to live a life free from anxiety? Have you ever wondered what happens inside your brain when you're feeling worried? Unlock the secret to managing anxiety with a powerful protein called Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF). Did you know that people with anxiety disorders tend to have lower levels of BDNF? In Live Without Anxiety, you’ll discover simple, effective techniques to naturally boost your BDNF levels and reduce anxiety, leading to a calmer, more balanced life. The latest breakthroughs in neuroscience reveal and reaffirm the ancient wisdom of past civilizations.

Modern permissiveness and the new culture of entitlement allows disturbed people to reach adulthood without proper socialization. In a book meant both for the general public and for professionals, best-selling author and psychologist George Simon explains in plain English how most disturbed characters think; the habitual behaviors the disturbed use to avoid responsibility and to manipulate, deceive, and exploit others; why victims in relationships with disturbed characters do not get help they need from traditional therapies; and more.

Whether you're a young adult who is stalled on the journey to independence or a concerned parent still sharing the family nest, this compassionate book is for you. Providing a fresh perspective on the causes of failure to launch, the expert authors present a 10-step plan that helps grown kids and parents work together to achieve liftoff.

If you're among the millions of adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you need the latest facts about the disorder and its treatment. You need practical strategies to help develop your strengths and achieve your goals, whether on the job, in family relationships, or in personal pursuits. From renowned ADHD researcher/clinician Russell A. Barkley, this is the book for you.

Discover the ultimate guide to revitalizing your life with 'Men with Adult ADHD: Diet & Fitness.' This pioneering book offers more than just advice; it provides a comprehensive lifestyle overhaul designed specifically for men struggling with ADHD. Navigate through the complexities of ADHD with a tailored approach that marries nutrition, fitness, and mental wellness into a cohesive strategy for managing symptoms and enhancing overall well-being.

In The Highly Sensitive Person's Guide to Dealing with Toxic People, you'll learn evidence-based skills grounded in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to help you recognize and shut down the common manipulation tactics used by toxic people, such as gaslighting, stonewalling, projection, covert put-downs, and love bombing.

The Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most recognizable structures to define a modern city. Yet, for author Kevin Hines the bridge is not merely a marker of a place or a time. Instead, the bridge marks the beginning of his remarkable story. At 19-years-old, Kevin attempted to take his own life by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge - a distance which took four seconds to fall. Recently diagnosed with bi-polar disorder, Kevin had begun to hear voices telling him he had to die, and days before his attempt, he began to believe them. The fall would break his body, but not his spirit.

If ADHD is interfering with your ability to concentrate and take care of day-to-day tasks, then the strategies in this audiobook are for you. Whether you’re already diagnosed or suspect you have ADHD, understanding its impact is crucial to your health and happiness. Learning how to work with your ADHD makes everyday life so much easier, and it’s possible to harness your symptoms effectively. You can gain control over your ADHD to become more focused and productive when you discover the practical strategies to live mindfully with this audiobook.

Le livre qui vous donne un programme pas à pas pour mieux vivre et maîtriser votre trouble borderline. Des exercices, des éléments de réflexion, et des séances à réaliser pour gérer ses émotions et impulsions. Vous pourrez adapter le programme à votre situation, selon l'état que vous avez atteint dans la gestion de votre trouble.

In Rewire Your Anxious Brain, psychologist Catherine Pittman and author Elizabeth Karle show how the amygdala and cortex (both key parts of the brain) are essential players in the neuropsychology of anxiety. The amygdala acts as a primal response, and oftentimes, when this part of the brain processes fear, you may not even understand why you are afraid. By comparison, the cortex is the center of “worry.” That is, obsessing, ruminating, and dwelling on things that may or may not happen.

If you have a loved one with BPD, you need real, proven-effective strategies to help you navigate the intense emotions and conflict that can arise in daily interactions and conversations. People with BPD often feel anger, pain, and hurt from a history of invalidation and disappointment, and their difficulty in regulating emotions can lead to moments of lashing out that can confuse and upset those around them. Talking to a Loved One with Borderline Personality Disorder offers a breakthrough, compassionate approach to communicating with a loved one who has BPD.

Do you feel like you're stuck in a cycle of intense emotions and impulsive behavior that ruins your relationships and leaves you feeling empty and alone? Are you tired of the angry outbursts, fear of abandonment, and intense relationships that come with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?You are not alone, and there is a way out. This book is the solution you've been searching for.