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The Miracle of Fatima Mansions traces a young man's terrifying descent into a life of drug addiction, crime and prostitution, against the backdrop of the cultural and sexual revolution of the 60s and 70s. Drawn by the bright lights and emerging drug-scene of 'Swinging London', Shay Byrne left his native Dublin to immerse himself in his new found-freedom. Drifting between the vibrant squats in Hampstead Heath, he soon sank into a life of drug addiction...
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¿Se siente mal y caído? ¿Siente que toda la esperanza está perdida? ¿Levantarse por la mañana y enfrentar el mundo es tan difícil como escalar una montaña? Si usted o alguien a quien cuida, se siente así, entonces podría estar en manos de la depresión. Si siente que no puede respirar y que las paredes se están cerrando hacia usted, entonces puede estar en las garras de la ansiedad. En este libro, "Cura de la ansiedad y la depresión:...
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"Frost and Steketee were the first scientists to study hoarding when they began their work. With vivid portraits that show us the traits by which you can identify a hoarder, the authors explain the causes and outline the often ineffective treatments for the disorder while illuminating the pull that possessions exert on all of us."
"What possesses someone to save every scrap of paper that's ever come into his home? What compulsions drive a woman like...
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Roger Baker, der nach Jahren der wissenschaftlichen Beschäftigung mit dem Thema "Panikattacken" selbst Betroffener wurde, zeigt eine klare Perspektive auf: Es ist möglich, Panikattacken zu überwinden, aber es ist eine Illusion, für immer von allen Angstzuständen frei sein zu wollen. Was jeder Patient verlieren kann, ist die Angst vor der Angst. Und zu diesem Ziel hin gibt es praktische und für jeden realisierbare Schritte, die in diesem Buch...
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In 2010 the Department of Veterans Affairs cited 171,423 Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans diagnosed with PTSD, out of 593,634 total patients treated. That's almost 30 percent; other statistics show 35 percent. Nor, of course, is PTSD limited to the military. In twenty years as a therapist, Susan Pease Banitt has treated trauma in patients ranging from autistic children to women with breast cancer; from
...66) John Barleycorn
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Wrestling with the disease of alcoholism for most of his life, Jack London tells all in his autobiography John Barleycorn. Beginning with a discussion of the prohibition movement and its effects, London explores the ways that alcohol affects daily life in the Victorian era. Because there were not many forms of affordable entertainment or reliable communication, bars were the perfect spot for social activity. People were able to sit and drink, enjoying...
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This is a study of Kafka's tragic vision of life, his profoundly disturbing awareness of man's utter loneliness in a pitiless universe, and his artistry in effecting a strange intimate fusion between symbolism and realism - between anguished poetic narration and the terrifying reality of an absurd and ambiguous environment. The book discusses the historical setting, the literary currents, and the personal details affecting the development of Kafka's...
68) Psychopathy
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In this Psychopathy book, we will discuss some of the exact neuroscience in the brain that is responsible for the poor behavioral controls prominent in a manipulative psychopath who hurts people for his or her own gain. Due to these damaged or under-developed parts of the brain, we can see why psychopaths often cannot change their brain pathology and behavior to match their peers. The psychopathic individual often does not have the learning and...
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This book aims to shed light on the vast spectrum of mental disorders that individuals may face, covering a wide range of conditions from anxiety and mood disorders to personality disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, and substance use disorders. By delving into the symptoms, diagnosis, and medical treatment of these common mental disorders, we strive to offer a comprehensive resource for both those affected by these conditions and those seeking...
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La importancia de los duelos, las fijaciones tempranas y las combinaciones con patologías corporales son tres ejes de esta exhaustiva investigación llevada a cabo por la autora. Dos aspectos se ponen en foco: por una parte, los procesos psíquicos en juego en la temática del carácter y la tramitación del trauma, por otra parte, la copresencia de adicciones o patologías psicosomáticas, traumatofilias, lo cual lleva a incluir el problema de las...
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Is it possible to rid yourself of chronic stress, anxiety and depression? Is it possible to experience true peace of mind? Is it possible to discover a new way of living life, beyond what you imagined? In this inspirational true story, Terry Rubenstein explains why this IS absolutely possible. The answers lie within the Three Principles of Innate Health – a ground-breaking new paradigm that replaces the countless misconceptions that cause many of...
72) Narcissist: A Complete Effective Guide To Understanding And Dealing With A Range Of Narcissistic
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The Most Comprehensive and Detailed Guide to Understanding And Dealing With Narcissists You'll Ever Read. Whether it's family members with an overblown ego or a friend who's extremely self-absorbed or a colleague at work that's driving you insane with his sense of entitlement, we've all encountered a narcissist at some point in our lives, and the experience is never a pleasant one.
Narcissism is a personality disorder that is often difficult to deal...
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Although the much-satirized image of a house overflowing with National Geographics and infested with cats may make us chuckle, the reality of compulsive hoarding is no laughing matter. The most common reason for evictions in the US and a significant risk factor for fatal house fires, compulsive hoarding is a treatable condition related to obsessive-compulsive disorder. It is characterized by the acquisition of possessions that have little or no value,...
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Psychopathology and Politics by Harold D. Lasswell is a study of personality types as they relate to politicians, business leaders, and church officials. First published in 1930, the work applies the concepts of clinical psychology to the future prediction and prevention of societal and political conflict.
Born in 1902 to a schoolteacher mother and clergyman father, Lasswell was devoted to scholarship and philosophy from a young age. He dedicated...
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Stories I Tell My Patients by Arnold Andersen, MD has been an intermittent feature in Eating Disorders: The Journal of Treatment and Prevention from 1993 to 2015. The complete set of 101 stories is collected here in one volume for the first time. Combining myth, metaphor, fable, tall tale, and inventive fantasy, they were originally intended for professionals treating eating disorders to read and share with their clients, though they can also be read...
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After a significant loss, grief is normal and necessary. But sometimes a mourner's grief becomes naturally heightened, stuck, or made more complex by especially difficult circumstances, such as suicide, homicide, or multiple losses within a short time period. This is called complicated grief. In this primer by one of the world's most respected grief educators, Dr. Wolfelt helps caregivers understand the various factors that often contribute to complicated...
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This volume addresses the question of what it is like to be depressed. Despite the vast amount of research that has been conducted into the causes and treatment of depression, the experience of depression remains poorly understood. Indeed, many depression memoirs state that the experience is impossible for others to understand. However, it is at least clear that changes in emotion, mood, and bodily feeling are central to all forms of depression, and...
78) Dark psychology
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Dive into the intricate realms of human psychology with "Dark psychology" a thought-provoking and comprehensive exploration that delves into the depths of manipulation, influence, and the ethical responsibilities that guide our interactions. In this enlightening journey, readers are invited to traverse the intricate landscape of Dark Psychology-a realm shrouded in mystery and intrigue, where psychological techniques are harnessed for both constructive...
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This book was born from a lifetime of study about the mind games people play in business and social relationships. Dr. Ron Dalrymple is a practicing licensed psychologist in Florida and Colorado and a meber of PSYPACT. In his private practice, he treats individuals, couples, families, adults and children with a wide variety of psychological problems. Over the years, he has made an extensive study of the mind games people play in a plethora of relationships....
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When you have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), it can feel like your own mind is at war with itself. Instead of having productive and positive thoughts, you rehash the same worries and fears over and over again until they become unbearable. Did you really remember to lock the front door? What if you were to hit someone while driving your car? You may find yourself engaging in exhaustive rituals to keep these thoughts at bay. But soon, the doubts...
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