Smart Health

Can a football game affect the outcome of an election? What about shark attacks? Or a drought? In a rational world the answer, of course, would be no. But as best-selling historian Rick Shenkman shows in Political Animals, our world is anything but rational. This isn't because we aren't smart. Instead, modern cues are setting off ancient, instinctive responses that worked to keep us safe in the Stone Age but lead us astray today.

New from the Smart Teens-Smart Choices series: Information and encouragement for teens with stories by teens, for teens, about: The difference between using, dependency, and addiction; what to do if you or a friend can't stop using; withdrawal, relapse, and recovery; and cool ways to stand your ground and say "no" when being enticed to use drugs or alcohol.

Award-winning science writer David Adam reveals how frontier neuroscience can enhance your intelligence. What if the route to better brain power is not hard work or thousands of hours of practice but to simply swallow a pill? In The Genius Within, best-selling author David Adam explores the groundbreaking neuroscience of cognitive enhancement.

Get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey to financial mastery with "Personal Finance for Teens and Young Adults." This book isn't just a guide; it's your key to unlocking the secrets of financial success, customized for the dynamic lives of teenagers and young adults. In this audio, you'll discover the thrilling path to financial freedom, armed with the knowledge and strategies to transform your financial reality.

You want to grow up knowing that you have the power to achieve all your goals and explore a future of exciting opportunities. Perhaps you want to see the world… Maybe you dream of owning your own business… Or perhaps you can already see your ideal home in your mind’s eye… All of these things are possible… But they require you to have a bit of financial savviness – and that’s not something many adults have, let alone teenagers.

Suitable for children age 12+, this audiobook contains relatable and practical examples of typical decisions kids encounter, with helpful tips and strategies for making good choices, including social decisions, problem solving, peer pressure, ethical choices, and impulsive decision-making.

Everything you need to go keto without breaking the bank...and without spending hours in the kitchen! A simple and delicious 30-day ketogenic diet meal plan that you can follow for less than $7 a day! Special bonus 'Smart Keto Meal Prep Guide’ where you’ll discover tips and tricks for meal prepping on Keto without the hassle...and a simple, step-by-step guide on how the pros prep their meals for half the cost and twice the flavor!

Have you ever wondered what actually goes on inside your brain? Have you been amazed by the functions of the human brain and how memory really works? If so, then we've got the perfect memory-boosting package just for you. This audiobook has been designed especially to give you a better insight and knowledge into the processes of memory and how to improve it to your advantage.

Are you tired of tossing and turning all night? The process of falling asleep can often feel exhausting! There are several reasons behind your restlessness, and this book is going to highlight some of the biggest ones. With this information, you will be able to pinpoint your bad habits and transform them into ones that promote a healthy and full nights rest.

Have you made bad decisions? Are you making more mistakes? Did you lie? Steal something? Hurt someone's feelings? Can you even calculate how many stupid mistakes you've made in the past 12 months? Nearly all bad decisions are preventable. One Stupid Mistake: Smart Decision-Making in a Crazy World offers a simple framework for identifying the thoughts, words, and actions that cause you to make poor decisions. Stupid mistakes can ruin your life. Understanding your mistakes and the reasons you make them will help you chart a better course as you navigate our crazy world.

Getting in shape requires less time, effort, and frustration than people imagine. This sensible, science-backed book debunks misconceptions and offers quick activities that deliver lasting benefits.

Wits Guts Grit is inspired by the many what-if questions acclaimed science writer and mother of two Jena Pincott asked herself as research on the invisible forces that shape our minds and health has emerged and grown over the past decade. What if we identify the microbes that support stress resilience, find ways to expose our kids to them, and then test them?

Caring for Aging Parents: A Practical Survival Guide is your compassionate companion for navigating the overwhelming demands of caregiving. Balancing work, family, and caregiving can feel impossible, but this guide offers practical strategies to manage it all without sacrificing your own well-being. From juggling daily responsibilities to avoiding burnout, this book empowers you to care for your aging parents with confidence.

Are you a teen eager to unlock your potential or a parent ready to support your child's journey? "Money Skills Mastery for Teens" by Miles JD is the ultimate guide to transforming aspirations into reality. This comprehensive book provides practical tools, inspiring stories, and actionable steps to help teens navigate their career paths with confidence and excitement.

The Brite Star Health & Safety books follow the class as they learn about health and safety. In Smart Shopping, the class gets an assignment that takes them to the supermarket where they learn about eating right and shopping smart.

If you have a body, this book is for you! In these chapters, you'll find everything you need to know about loving your unique self, staying confident through your body's many changes, and appreciating your body for the life it allows you to live. With activities, tips, crafts, and real-girl stories, this book is a feel-good reminder that all bodies are worthy of love and respect. Yes, that includes yours!

Over 30 percent of people consider themselves shy, introverted, or just plain socially awkward! Most people find it difficult starting a new job, giving a speech, or going to an interview. This book is filled with simple advice and easy-to-use tactics – you’ll be surprised to see just how easy it really is to engage, converse, and confidently interact on a daily basis. With these simple strategies, people will be shocked and wonder what happened to make you far more socially aware and confident.

While there are days in which you feel excited about heading to the gym and engaging in challenging workouts with your friends, other times may not want to do so, and you’d rather be by yourself and workout in your own living room. The good news is that you can lose weight quickly and naturally using this audiobook at home. So, whenever you don’t feel like going to the gym, the following home workouts will help you build your muscles and lose weight in the privacy and eating good food.

Told in personal anecdotes and easy-to-follow snippets of practical advice, Be Strong, Be Tough, Be Smart lets parents know they are not alone. Alfredano doesn't promise easy answers, but his family's story shows that with fortitude and persistence, there is hope for every child with autism.

Was tun Sie, bevor Sie zu Bett gehen? Wahrscheinlich noch einen letzten Blick auf das Smartphone werfen. Und nach dem Aufstehen? Geht der Blick direkt wieder aufs Smartphone? Die vermeintlichen Neuigkeiten auf dem Handybildschirm machen uns süchtig und schränken nicht nur unser selbstständiges Denken ein, sondern auch unser Sozialverhalten. So kann die Sucht nach dem Handy richtig gefährlich werden. Fettleibigkeit, Schlafprobleme, Haltungsschäden, Einsamkeit oder Sehstörungen sind nur einige Beispiele für die Folgen von übermäßigem Handykonsum.