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An enjoyable and highly informative introduction to the world of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), accompanied by entertaining images of animals in the author's popular style. This is the perfect overview of a little-understood and evolving condit
What does it mean to be a highly sensitive person? How is it different from introversion, or shyness? And what unique advantages does high sensitivity have to offer? Ilse Sand answers all these questions and encourages other highly sensitive people to rid
An essential guide to exploring and practicing non-monogamy, which prioritises your mental health and wellbeing. Suitable for any stage in your journey, it provides advice on understanding your 'why', setting boundaries, finding independence, cu
Everyone engages in self-protecting behaviours to some extent, but when these begin to take on the form of bad habits, they can be damaging. People often use self-protection strategies in love and relationships to mitigate potential pain or heartbreak. Th
If you have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you might struggle with things like concentrating in school, or sitting still, or remembering lots of instructions. But ADHD is also a superpower. In this book you will meet different girls and
The Aspie Girl's Guide to Being Safe with Men
In a culture that ranks sociability and extroversion above the introverted traits of deep thinking and being alone, Ilse Sand shows how to find joy and meaning as an introvert or highly sensitive person. She debates whether these traits are caused by natu
"This book captures our spirit, highlights our individuality, easily explains in an image, so many of our playful and meaningful behaviours, as well as showcases our strengths." - Wenn B Lawson (PhD CPsychol) This updated edition of the bestselling All C
Maybe you've heard of autistic burnout before and want to learn more, or maybe you're feeling burnt out right now and really need help - however this book finds you, it's here to help. In this informative and supportive guide, autistic author and advoca
All About Dyspraxia follows in the best-selling footsteps of Kathy Hoopmann''s All Ca ts are on the Autism Spectrum and All Dogs have ADHD . Through engaging text and full-colour photographs, this book shows how people with dyspraxia see and experience
Bodies do all sorts of amazing things, like move around, grow bigger and heal themselves. Bodies also come in all sorts of shapes and sizes and we need to take care of them so that they stay healthy and strong. If we listen to our bodies they tell us exac
All About PDA follows in the best-selling footsteps of Kathy Hoopmann''s All Cats are on the Autism Spectrum and All Dogs have ADHD. Through engaging text and full-colour photographs, this book shows how PDAers see and experience the world and highlights
Raising a child with ADHD can be challenging, but with the right knowledge and tools, parents and professionals can use this tried and tested six-step programme to better understand their ADHD child and help them thrive in any environment.This simple, fle
Packed with easy-to-use ideas to regulate emotions and senses, Lauren Brukner''s internationally bestselling book is back in new and improved form! It will help kids aged 7+ process difficult feelings so that they feel awesome and in control! This updated
ADHD girls and women often fall under the radar. Their lives impacted by a society that is largely disinterested in understanding ADHD outside of the male framework. No longer. This book connects the latest science on ADHD in women to the compelling liv
Misunderstood your whole life, ashamed, lost, lonely and struggling to cope? Exhausted from trying, but never quite managing, to fit in? Welcome to the Late Discovered Club, home to thousands of late discovered autistic women. Late discovery can be life-c
Being a teenager is tricky at the best of times. Your body is changing and hormones are raging around your body - adding PDA to the mix makes this even harder! You may often feel misunderstood by others, and find it hard to understand yourself too. Whethe
In this honest and open account of life with her PDA daughter, Sasha, Steph Curtis reveals the everyday struggles and explores the milestones of raising a child diagnosed with Pathological Demand Avoidance. This book guides you through the Curtis family''
Inside Asperger''s Looking Out follows in the best-selling footsteps of Kathy Hoopmann''s All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome and All Dogs Have ADHD. Through engaging text and full-color photographs, this book shows neurotypicals how Aspies see and experience
''I am Rosie. I have BPD. I am not an attention-seeker, manipulative, dangerous, hopeless, unlovable, ''broken'', ''difficult to reach'' or ''unwilling to engage''. I am caring, creative, courageous, determined, full of life and love.'' Talking About BPD
Men in all stages of transition have come and gone from my life, and each one has been entirely different. It''s difficult to feel as if you fail at being a man when you know there isn''t a singular ''right'' way to be one. In this illuminating and radica
Diagnosed with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) in his teenage years, Harry Thompson looks back with wit and humour at the ups and downs of family and romantic relationships, school, work and mental health, as well as his teenage struggle with drugs an
Shamlal the Camel finds it almost impossible to do all the normal, everyday things that the other camels do. Her first word was '' NO!'' and this is still the word she repeats the most through every day.Luckily, Shamlal''s parents take her to a psycholog
"Autistic people communicate differently to non-autistic people, but that does not equate to communicating "wrong"."Written by autistic author Niamh Garvey, this book combines up-to-date research and lived experience perspectives to create the ultimate gu
To unschool your child, you must first unschool yourself. Many parents are aware that their child is unhappy at school, but they assume that if their child were to leave school, they would need to recreate school at home which can feel impossible. However
''I no longer try to mask my autism; I now work to support my autism''It is a myth that autistic children grow into ''less autistic'' adults. In fact, many autistic adults feel more overwhelmed as they age as the stresses of social demands such as relatio
Why can salamanders grow new legs, and young children grow new finger tips, but adult humans can''t regenerate? What is the electricity that flows through the human body? Is it the same thing that the Chinese call Qi? If so, what does Chinese medicine kno
*Gold Medal Winner in the Sexuality / Relationships Category of the 2011 IPPY Awards** Honorary Mention in the 2010 BOTYA Awards Women''s Issues Category *Girls with Asperger''s Syndrome are less frequently diagnosed than boys, and even once symptoms have
Potty training a child with developmental disorders can be a real challenge, and sometimes the extra difficulties make you feel as though you''ve tried everything, and failed. In this book, Brenda Batts shows how you can overcome problems, big and small,
Life with Asperger Syndrome can be a challenge at the best of times, and trials and tribulations that neurotypicals take in their stride can leave Aspies perplexed and unsure of how to solve problems and keep themselves safe, both physically and emotional
Anger isn't all bad. It can spark creativity, motivate us toward change, and help resolve our past. This practical guide shows you how to use art therapy theory and techniques to help clients contain and reshape their anger into something positive an
This guide provides vital training for doulas and birth workers looking to holistically support clients of colour and their families through their pregnancy and birthing journey. It provides guidance on how to advocate for clients whilst including importa
"To think of PDA as merely involving demand avoidance is to me akin to thinking of tigers as merely having stripes."This book is a unique window into adult Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), exploring the diversity of distinct PDA traits through the voi
* Silver Medal Winner in the 2010 BOTYA Awards Body, Mind and Spirit Category *The Chinese horoscope holds the key to a better understanding of self and others, and to living a life of harmony.Not just the year of birth, but also the month, day and hour h
Filled with first-hand accounts and the best kept secrets to help your relationship bloom, this book is a deep dive into loving autistic relationships and the unique strengths that drive them.Based on clinical experience and emerging research, ASC counsel
Autism is associated with many qualities that are highly sought after by employers such as reliability, persistence, attention to detail, creativity in problem solving and many others. The key to success in the workplace is understanding these strengths a
"All behavior makes sense" ''"I t most certainly does not!", is probably your first reaction.Parenting and neuroscience expert Robyn Gobbel is here to reveal how all behavior, no matter how baffling, can be explained and remedied. You just need to look
Meridians are the bridge between the psyche and soma, the system that allows our life force to flow through our body. Each of the twelve main meridians stand for a fundamental life principle and by examining them, we can begin a journey towards better hea
"This is the book that would''ve saved me nine different therapists, decades of self-analysis, thousands of pounds, twelve different doctors and untold amounts of pain, frustration and trauma - in spending a lifetime looking for the right answers in the w
Compelling and witty, Liane Holliday Willey''s account of growing to adulthood as an undiagnosed ''Aspie'' has been read by thousands of people on and off the autism spectrum since it was first published in 1999. Bringing her story up to date, including h
Procrastination has nothing to do with laziness or passivity. Nor is about learning endless productivity hacks. It''s about not-knowing how to manage the psychological processes that drive you to procrastinate. This workbook, based on Acceptance and Commi
The Eating Disorder Recovery Journal is designed to help you to understand your eating disorder better and to support you in your recovery journey. It is packed full of activities, such as writing prompts, colouring pages and crafting ideas, as well as m
This westerner''s guide to Chinese astrology (Ba Zi) explains the basis on which charts are drawn up, how they work, and how they provide the tools to understand ourselves and our relationships with others.Ba Zi is the art of understanding the energies pr
Targeting boredom as an emotion that drives ADHD behaviours, this book presents a range of practical suggestions for treating boredom alongside ADHD for patients and clients ranging from young children to older adults. These can then be incorporated into
Barb Cook and 14 other autistic women describe life from a female autistic perspective, and present empowering, helpful and supportive insights from their personal experience for fellow autistic women. Michelle Garnett''s comments validate and expand the
The difference that being female makes to the diagnosis, life and experiences of an autistic person is hugely significant. In this widely expanded second edition, Sarah Hendrickx combines the latest research with personal stories from girls and women on t
Starting out in practice can be difficult and confusing. This guide for newly qualified occupational therapists provides an authoritative overview of what to expect in your role and work settings, and is full of practical guidance on how to make a good st
This updated resource helps students aged 14-17 develop the skills needed to get and maintain a meaningful job. It is structured around 2-hour weekly sessions over 8 months and covers essential topics such as organisation, time management, interview skill
This book explores food, nutrition, and dietary recommendations from a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approach. ''Modern Chinese Medicine Food Cures'' helps both practitioners and their patients navigate a landscape saturated with conflicting dietary
Help children to master emotional self-regulation and improve wellbeing with these activities. Based on traditional yoga breath and mindfulness exercises, each activity is adaptable for a range of abilities and they are also ideal for working with childre
The healing properties of colour and light have been recognised since ancient times; today colour therapy techniques are used to great effect in a range of complementary therapies and for personal wellbeing. This book provides a comprehensive introduction
This book presents the clinical experiences of homeopaths working with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) around the world, exploring the outcomes that are being achieved in practice. Anecdotally, homeopathy has been found to be helpful for managing aggressio
Written by two specialist speech and language therapists, this book explains how voice and communication therapy can help transgender and non-binary people to find their authentic voice. It gives a thorough account of the process, from understanding the v
This book presents ground-breaking ideas based on current research on how stigma can cause bodily felt trauma in stigmatised or marginalised people, particularly those on the autism spectrum. Gordon Gates draws on his academic research, professional knowl
This updated edition of Maxine Aston''s workbook is packed full of insightful, helpful and easily accessible activities for couples where one or both partners is on the autism spectrum to understand and accept their differences. This book expands on topic
The Complete Guide to Asperger''s Syndrome is the definitive handbook for anyone affected by Asperger''s syndrome (AS). Now including a new introduction explaining the impact of DSM-5 on the diagnosis and approach to AS, it brings together a wealth of inf
Struggling to locate and remember the extended meridians?This guidebook and colouring book allows you to colour and draw along the path of each meridian, supporting visual learning. An effective revision tool for students of Zen shiatsu, it includes 39 do
Too many of us hold our physical, mental and emotional pain within our bodies, where it slows energy, manifests as tension and can have a damaging impact upon our health. In his new book, Noah Karrasch shows that wellbeing and healing come from the detang
Although the energetic anatomy of men and women is different, the ancient teachings of Nu Dan, a separate branch of internal alchemy for women, have been lost in the literature over the centuries and only survive through practice in the lineages. This boo
Combining the wisdom of classical Chinese medicine with modern nutritional science, this book explores the concept of Yang Sheng, which means to nourish life by nurturing body, mind and spirit in harmony with the natural rhythms and universal laws, reveal
Myalgic encephalomyelitis, also known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, is a deeply complex and multi-system condition which has historically suffered from a lack of awareness within physiotherapy education and practice. Similarities in presentation between th
Forest School''s innovative outdoor approach offers specific benefits to learners with autism, including increased social skills, raised self-esteem and improved sensory function. This guide raises autism awareness amongst practitioners by providing pract
The world can be stressful and difficult to navigate for neurodivergent people. There is potential for chronic exhaustion and burnout from trying to cope with social and sensory experiences, being misunderstood and criticized, high levels of anxiety and,
Tackling mental-emotional health problems in young people from a Chinese medicine perspective, this book shows how a child''s mental-emotional health is intrinsically connected with core elements of their everyday life. It suggests an approach to prevent
*WINNER OF THE NAUTILUS BOOK AWARDS* Catering towards those who have often been excluded from the traditional yoga mat, this practical guide provides yoga teachers, yoga therapists, and rehab professionals with the skills needed to safely and effectively
This is a pioneering and authoritative text for yoga practitioners offering a comprehensive overview of postpartum conditions and how yoga therapy can be best utilised to help the postpartum healing journey. Complete with downloadable classes and workshee
'' Excellent book for yoga teachers. Lots of options for teaching Menopause Yoga. Ideally to use along side the course, but stands on its own. Written in simple and split into useful sections. ''5 star Amazon reviewer''In this book, Petra shares her pro
Reimagining the Body offers an innovative exploration of embodiment and somatics, allowing us to understand our bodies in a grounded and holistic way. With over 40 years of practice and teaching, Aline Newton offers an engaging blend of client-based stor
Gaining knowledge of sensory integration is key for any occupational therapist to bette runderstand and support those they work with. In mental health settings, sensory approaches have been shown to aid de-escalation, promote development of healthy coping
I am Special is a proven programme for helping children, teens and adults on the autism spectrum to understand themselves and their diagnosis, gain confidence and thrive. Peter Vermeulen describes in-depth the theory and research behind the programme, and
Having Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can - given certain situational conditions - make individuals more vulnerable to becoming caught up in criminal activity and vulnerable to unfavourable interactions once in the criminal justice system. Guided by emp
What is ecotherapy, how does it relate to mental health, and how can it reduce emotional distress and promote general wellbeing?This book explains how a deeper connection to nature can improve quality of life, by combining the therapeutic power of mindful
This book is unique in that it discusses the nature of human suffering and how patients can be helped to overcome psycho-emotional pain through work with the Eight Extraordinary Vessels. Emotional suffering and resistance to change can be an impediment t
I Ching Acupuncture - The Balance Method is a system of acupuncture point selection based on the principles of Chinese philosophy and classic Chinese texts, including the I Ching, Nei Jing Su Wen and Ling Shu. In this unique book Dr. Twicken presents clas
Write Yourself is a complete introduction to facilitating creative writing for therapy or personal development, both with individuals and groups. Clear and practical, and with a strong theoretical base, it is also an essential handbook for individuals emb
Problems with sleeping are common and make life difficult for the individual who is affected and for those around them. Sleep difficulties are particularly prevalent amongst people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and often cause or worsen other diffi
Lynn Stoller, OT, MS, OTR, C-IAYT, RYT500, E-RYT200 and outstanding expert contributors skilfully synthesize theoretical concepts and research findings from the fields of occupational therapy, trauma psychology, neuroscience, and traditional Eastern yogic
Many sports people are interested in trying yoga techniques in the hope of improved flexibility, strength, breathing and concentration, but many can be prevented from optimal results due to a lack of understanding on the part of yoga teachers of the speci
Music is well known to have a significant effect on physiology and is widely used as an effective therapeutic tool in stress and pain management, rehabilitation, and behavior modification, but its effects are not well understood.This book explains what ''
Adult autism assessment is a new and fast-growing clinical area, for which professionals often feel ill-equipped. Autistic adults are often misdiagnosed which has enormous implications for their mental health.This accessible and comprehensive adult autism
Synergistic blending is at the very core of aromatherapy practice. This book explores the concept of synergy and the evidence for its presence and significance, and provides practical guidance on how to build aromatherapeutic blends effectively and safely
The Definitive Guide to Theraplay® for Practitioners, officially endorsed by the Theraplay® Institute Theraplay is an intervention that focuses on enhancing the connection, trust and joy between a child and a parent. It involves interactive, playful activ
This betselling resource overflows with valuable treasures - information, ideas and techniques to inspire and help you in supporting children who have experienced relational and developmental trauma.Trauma expert Dr Karen Treisman explains how to understa
Increasing numbers of professionals in the fields of psychology and therapy are seeking to incorporate elements of spirituality into their therapeutic oeuvre, addressing not only mental and emotional issues, but also the soul. This book discloses how i
One of the most common issues clients face is lack of energy, vitality or prana and this book presents a simple yet revolutionary breathing approach to restore balance. Grounded in the yogic teachings, this text introduces the Buteyko breathing method as
Effectively assessing clients and knowing how to treat them is the cornerstone of manual therapy. This practical and informative book gives clear and detailed information about these two steps. The book provides step-by-step instructions (including Illus
This comprehensive introduction to Focusing-Oriented Psychotherapy lays out the background and fundamentals of the approach covering theory and practice. Gendlin, after many articles on Focusing-oriented psychotherapy, finally published the text Focusing-
· When can anxiety be good?· How can I change my pain experience?· How does trauma change the way our brains work?· Why can''t we tickle ourselves?This collection of science-based graphic medicine comics addresses these que
WATSU® is an innovative water-based therapy with roots in Japanese Zen Shiatsu. Each chapter in this book enlightens practitioners on the ways in which WATSU® is being used clinically by experts across the globe in a variety of therapeutic settings. Its p
Myofascial Magic in Action is the first of five books explaining how fascia relates fundamentally to human movement and changes all that we thought we knew. Joanne Avison''s explanations are straightforward and accessible while exploring keys to balance,
Designed to be a go-to reference for assessment and treatment planning in the clinic, this is a clear and concise handbook for students and practitioners of dry needling, or medical acupuncture. It includes: · Comprehensive medical illustrations d
The first book ever to bring together the best techniques from chiropractic and osteopathy, this easy-to-use guide is necessary reading for any manual therapist wishing to hone their skills, and discover related techniques that will enhance their practice
An authoritative and comprehensive account of the assessment and conservative management of temporomandibular disorders. Recent emphasis has been on ''evidence-based practice'' at the expense of the clinical reality which should also take account of clini
This user-friendly book will guide the reader to understand how balanced ligamentous tension (BLT) can be used as a therapeutic principle in the practice of osteopathy. The application of BLT is powerful, precise and specific but is also safe and comforta
This accessible textbook clearly explains the basic foundations and principles of acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. With over 70 illustrations, it covers the theories of yin and yang, the five phases, the physiology of the body, the internal organs, the c
This textbook on diagnosis in Chinese medicine is unique in its clarity and accessibility. Divided into two sections, it is a comprehensive diagnostic manual. The first section explains how to collect and collate the information required to formulate a di
This textbook is a comprehensive guide to diagnosis and treatment in paediatric acupuncture. Ill health related to modern lifestyles is discussed, as is the role of family dynamics in childhood disease. Rebecca Avern examines treatment of children from bo
Fascia in Sport and Movement, Second edition is a multi-author book with contributions from 51 leading teachers and practitioners across the entire spectrum of bodywork and movement professions. It provides professionals from all bodywork and movement sp
Taking a detail-oriented, yet holistic approach to the body, is the underpinning of craniosacral osteopathy. This richly illustrated guide, which focuses on the special sense organs, orofacial pain, headaches and cranial nerves, will help you understand h
Taking a detail-oriented, yet holistic approach to the body is the underpinning of craniosacral osteopathy. This richly illustrated guide, which focuses on the jaw joint, TMJ and mouth disorders disorders, and the facial skull, will help you understand ho