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My Grief Handbook

Why Grief Hurts and How to Cope

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
  • Copyright year: 2023
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Gender Confirmation Surgery

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
  • Copyright year: 2023
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Letters from the Grief Club

How We Live With Loss

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
  • Copyright year: 2022
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Things I Got Wrong So You Don't Have To

48 Lessons to Banish Burnout and Avoid Anxiety for Those Who Put Others First

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
  • Copyright year: 2022
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Transitioning Later in Life

A Personal Guide

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

The first in-depth guide for people who are transitioning later in life

  • Copyright year: 2021
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The Ultimate Anxiety Toolkit

Everything You Need to Worry Less, Relax More, and Boost Your Self-Esteem

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
  • Copyright year: 2021
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Touch is Really Strange

By Steve Haines; Illustrated by Sophie Standing
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A science-based graphic medicine comic exploring touch as a fundamental human experience, and why it is essential for health

  • Copyright year: 2021
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Living at the Speed of Light

Navigating Life with Bipolar Disorder, from Depression to Mania and Everything in Between

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A no-nonsense guide to living with bipolar disorder, combining practical advice and the author's lived experience.

  • Copyright year: 2021
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Yoga Therapy for Diabetes

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Manual for yoga therapists and yoga teachers on using yoga therapy for people with diabetes.

  • Copyright year: 2021
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What I Do To Get Through

How To Run, Swim, Cycle, Sew, or Sing Your Way Through Depression

Foreword by Cathy Rentzenbrink; Edited by Olivia Sagan and James Withey
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Honest personal accounts of the different hobbies or activities that helped individuals overcome or manage their depression.

  • Copyright year: 2021
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The Nervous Knight

A Story about Overcoming Worries and Anxiety

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A gently humorous, illustrated picture book for ages 5+ telling the story of a nervous knight's anxiety and how they learn to overcome it.

  • Copyright year: 2021
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Hell Yeah Self-Care!

A Trauma-Informed Workbook

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

An activity-based reflective journal to build self-care into your daily life.

  • Copyright year: 2021
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The Self-Care Guide to Surgery

A BodyMindCORE Approach to Prevention, Preparation and Recovery

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A guide for people who have undergone (or who are about to undergo) surgery and what to do to aid recovery. Packed with practical and useful information, this book is the perfect starting point for those wanting to take charge of their body.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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Living with the Long-Term Effects of Cancer

Acknowledging Trauma and other Emotional Challenges

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Written in an accessible way by a psychologist who is also experiencing the long-term effects of breast cancer, this is a look beyond 'lucky to survive' that offers insight into the difficulties many face after treatment for cancer.

  • Copyright year: 2020
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Yoga for Sports Performance

A Guide for Yoga Therapists and Bodyworkers

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon
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Essential Oils, 3rd Edition

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A comprehensive handbook for understanding and using essential oils.

  • Copyright year: 2019
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The Mental Health and Wellbeing Workout for Teens

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
  • Copyright year: 2018
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Yoga Therapy for Insomnia and Sleep Recovery

An Integrated Approach to Supporting Healthy Sleep and Sustaining Energy All Day

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon
  • Copyright year: 2019
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Yoga Therapy for Arthritis

A Whole-Person Approach to Movement and Lifestyle

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon
  • Copyright year: 2018
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Trauma, Stigma, and Autism

Developing Resilience and Loosening the Grip of Shame

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This book explores how stigma can cause trauma, providing guidance on how marginalised people can develop resilience to manage and heal from traumatic stigma. Gordon Gates draws on his experience as a crisis counsellor, philosophical research, and his lived experience of stigma, trauma and autism.

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Yoga Therapy for Stroke

A Handbook for Yoga Therapists and Healthcare Professionals

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon
  • Copyright year: 2018
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Yoga Therapy for Fear

Treating Anxiety, Depression and Rage with the Vagus Nerve and Other Techniques

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon
  • Copyright year: 2018
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Yoga Therapy as a Creative Response to Pain

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon
  • Copyright year: 2018
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Yoga Therapy for Digestive Health

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon
  • Copyright year: 2018
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Scoliosis, Yoga Therapy, and the Art of Letting Go

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

Take control of your scoliosis with this practical yoga manual.

  • Copyright year: 2016
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Yoga for a Happy Back

A Teacher's Guide to Spinal Health through Yoga Therapy

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon
  • Copyright year: 2016
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Trauma is Really Strange

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

A science-based medical graphic book explaining trauma, its effects on our psychology and physiology, and what to do about it.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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Autism and the Stress Effect

A 4-Step Lifestyle Approach to Transform Your Child's Health,Happiness and Vitality

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This innovative intervention approach focuses on reducing the stress and anxiety in the life of a child with Autism.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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Spiritual Care with Sick Children and Young People

A handbook for chaplains, paediatric health professionals, arts therapists and youth workers

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A comprehensive introduction to best practice in spiritual support for sick children and young people, this research-based handbook covers both principles and practice, and includes a wide range of examples and suggestions for activities to facilitate spiritual interaction and support.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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Older Adults and Autism Spectrum Conditions

An Introduction and Guide

By Wenn Lawson; Foreword by Carol Povey
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Highlighting the specific difficulties and challenges that older people with autism may face with regards to living arrangements, changes to social habits and communicating with carers, as well as health issues, this book shows ways to support people with autism as they reach retirement age.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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Dyslexia and Mental Health

Helping people identify destructive behaviours and find positive ways to cope

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This book presents research and case studies to demonstrate why and how those with dyslexia can adopt adverse coping strategies and defensive mechanisms to deal with the emotional impact of the condition, which can lead to self-harm, depression and even suicide, and how they can best be helped and supported by the professionals who work with them.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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Choices in Pregnancy and Childbirth

A Guide to Options for Health Professionals, Midwives, Holistic Practitioners and Parents

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

This clear, balanced and well-researched presentation of the various holistic options for treating mothers and babies during pregnancy and childbirth enables practitioners to create the best possible outcomes for mother and baby. It offers practical tips to make childbirth a positive and safe experience and advice for when things don't go to plan.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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Living Better with Dementia

Good Practice and Innovation for the Future

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

With currently evolving dementia policy, how can we ensure that living well with dementia continues to be a primary aim for future national dementia strategies? This book looks at current policy and research to determine emerging challenges, and what they mean for practice, both nationally and within a global context.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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Independent Mental Health Advocacy - The Right to Be Heard

The Practice and Context of Professional Advocacy in Mental Health Services

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This research-based book tells you everything you need to know about independent mental health advocacy (IMHA), including the role that IMHAs play within mental health services, their relationship with service users and with other mental health professionals.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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Critical Care

Delivering Spiritual Care in Healthcare Contexts

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Focusing on spiritual care within the delivery and provision of healthcare today, the contributors combine academic and professional expertise to discuss themes including: spirituality, pluralism and multi-faith practice, healthcare ethics, legal and policy issues, mental health, and beginning and end of life issues.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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Challenging Stress, Burnout and Rust-Out

Finding Balance in Busy Lives

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This practical resource provides professionals with techniques for developing a more balanced lifestyle. The author discusses the meaning of work-life balance and explains how it can be achieved in reality with some simple, straightforward strategies.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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Pain is Really Strange

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon
  • Copyright year: 2015
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Goal Setting and Motivation in Therapy

Engaging Children and Parents

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This book looks at all aspects of goal setting, a key concern for therapists working with children. Explaining theory, as well as the important issues for practice, this book presents innovative approaches developed by the editors that will increase understanding of goal setting within therapeutic settings.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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Facilitating Spiritual Reminiscence for People with Dementia

A Learning Guide

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Putting research into practice, this book presents a practical guide to spiritual reminiscence with older people living with dementia. Clear, step-by-step instructions for planning and hosting sessions are accompanied by important information on what spiritual care actually is, and its importance in caring for older people with dementia.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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Crime and Autism Spectrum Disorder

Myths and Mechanisms

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Full of case studies, this book explores the importance of psychological theory and empirical research in understanding the involvement of adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in the criminal justice system. It discusses the establishment of intervention programs and calls for a review of forensic assessment for people with ASD.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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Tui na

A Manual of Chinese Massage Therapy

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

The definitive handbook for students and practitioners, this book explains the roots of Tui na and provides detailed instruction on the massage techniques, their clinical applications and the principles of practice. It also includes guidance on diagnosis, and on planning and tailoring treatments.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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The Secrets in Their Eyes

Transforming the Lives of People with Cognitive, Emotional, Learning, or Movement Disorders or Autism by Changing the Visual Software of the Brain

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Problems with vision can cause practical, emotional and behavioral difficulties. The author shows how cutting-edge vision therapy techniques can immediately rectify these problems, by looking at the software of the eye to identify the underlying cause, and using visual management programs to ensure permanent results.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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Integrating Art Therapy and Yoga Therapy

Yoga, Art, and the Use of Intention

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Yoga postures, meditation and art therapy-based techniques are combined in this innovative approach structured around targeting a specific treatment goal for each therapeutic session. For each goal, a mudra (hand position) meditation, yoga pose and art directive are recommended to embody the chosen intention.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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Self-Harm and Eating Disorders in Schools

A Guide to Whole-School Strategies and Practical Support

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

With steadily increasing incidences of self-harm and eating disorders among students and long waiting lists for specialised support, schools have a more active role than ever in supporting young people with these issues. This guide provides information and guidance on how to help students from whole-school policies to day-to-day strategies.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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Qigong for Wellbeing in Dementia and Aging

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

This book presents easy-to-follow Qigong exercises and key nutritional information that can help older people, who may be frail or have limited mobility, to improve and maintain their health and mobility, and to address symptoms associated with dementia. Accompanying illustrations and online videos will guide you through each exercise.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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Multifaith Care for Sick and Dying Children and their Families

A Multidisciplinary Guide

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

A practical guide to improve care for sick and dying children of different faiths and their families. Drawing on evidence-based research and practice, it discusses multi-faith daily, palliative, end of life and bereavement care in a variety of settings, including hospitals, hospices, schools and at home. The book also contains case studies.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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An Occupational Therapist's Guide to Sleep and Sleep Problems

Foreword by Michael Iwama; Edited by Andrew Green and Cary Brown
Jessica Kingsley Publishers

For the first time, this comprehensive book tells occupational therapists everything they need to know about sleep and sleep disorders. With contributions from experienced OTs, each chapter includes essential scientific knowledge, research and case studies to give OTs new understanding on how they can help patients suffering from sleep problems.

  • Copyright year: 2015
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What to Feed an Asperger?

How to go from three foods to three hundred with love, patience and a little sleight of hand

Jessica Kingsley Publishers
  • Copyright year: 2015
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Mudras of India

A Comprehensive Guide to the Hand Gestures of Yoga and Indian Dance

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

For the first time, the elaborate system of mudras, hand gestures used in yoga and Indian dance, has been organized into a comprehensive, fully indexed, and beautifully illustrated format.

  • Copyright year: 2012
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Principles of Chinese Medicine

Revised Edition

Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Singing Dragon

Acupuncture, Chinese herbs, qigong, tui na massage and diet therapy have been used by the Chinese for over 2000 years, and they are still the treatments of choice for millions of people throughout the East.

  • Copyright year: 2013
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