This book presents muscular dystrophy (MD) as a group of genetic diseases with a worldwide occurrence of about 1 in 3,500 births that causes muscle wasting and weakening.
';The fight against cancer isn't necessarily limited to eradicating it from your body; too often it continues with the very system that's supposed to heal us.
More than eighty health conditions are caused by autoimmune disease, with symptoms ranging from occasionally uncomfortable to debilitating or life-threatening.
The latest information on gender-specific treatment of addiction and recovery can be found in this go-to manual for parents seeking direction to help their daughters.
Today, more than ever, people are taking charge of their health, and want to know about effective alternative treatments in order to heal themselves and avoid costly medical procedures.
Award-winning author and nationally recognized victim's rights advocate, Jennifer Storm, has written a powerful response to the Jerry Sandusky adolescent sex abuse case.
An intriguing story that addresses the twin challenges of addiction and chronic pain and presents a model for successful recovery from both of these serious, life-altering conditions.
Written in scientific prose that can also be understood by the layperson, this comprehensive volume is a must-read for those working in the addiction field and anyone interested in learning more about this devastating disease.
Based on the author's own experience as a parent with an addicted child, she provides straight-talking self-preservation tools and techniques for parents of addicts in and out of recovery.
With the increasing abuse of prescription drugs affecting every facet of society, this book addresses treating chronic pain without opiates and/or other prescription painkillers.
Elhajj uses the principles learned in his 12-step program to forge a powerful bond with the son he left behind at age 3, as that boy grows to maturity and a new closeness with his father.
Bursting with insightful meditations that encourage spiritual healing while addressing the unique needs of those with chronic illness and chronic pain, this book is a must-have for anyone seeking spiritual guidance and down-to-earth suggestions on how to live with chronic illness and pain.
James Hesketh, motojournalist and motorcyclist in recovery, offers readers a rare inside look at the social and cultural history of motorcycling and the relationship between drug/alcohol use and recovery.
A lively, enchanting story that wonderfully captures the daily ups and downs of being a child with attention deficit disorder through the adventures of Paige, a bright young girl whose inability to stay focused threatens to spoil her best efforts to win a school contest.
The enlightening and worldly journeys of a once hopeless addict whose life was profoundly changed after a chance meeting with a nomadic spiritual healer.
Written by a distinguished team of authors experienced in various areas of chronic pain management and addiction treatment, this comprehensive workbook was developed for anyone struggling with chronic pain and dependence on opioids or other painkillers.
A thoughtful and practical guide based on the author's experiences of building her spirituality by examining (and changing) her own motives and actions in daily life in order to get and stay spiritually fit in twelve-step recovery.
Poignant and moving stories from recovering addicts about how the unconditional love of their pets brought them from the horrors of active addiction to a life filled with hope and healing.
Women, Work, and Autoimmune Disease is a book for women who live with chronic illness, encouraging them to stay employed to preserve their independence and sense of self.
