Health

This book explores the perpetuation of gender-based violence in the Anglophone Caribbean, and proposes viable policy and programming solutions to prevent it. It will be of interest to researchers and practitioners working on issues related to gender, the Caribbean, global development, criminology and human rights.

The Handbook on Inequalities in Sentencing and Corrections among Marginalized Populations offers state-of-the-art volumes on seminal and topical issues that span the fields of sentencing and corrections.

This book provides a gender perspective on the impact of extended working life on the different dimensions of well-being, the factors which can limit extended working life, and the working conditions of older workers.

A lyrical exploration of mental health and nature, set to the phases of the moon

This innovative book provides a new conceptual analysis of loneliness - a condition associated with severe health consequences, including increased morbidity and early death.

This book takes religion as an entry point for a deeper exploration into why practices of gender-based violence continue, and what possible actions might help to contribute to their eradication. It presents empirical cases of religious, non-religious and secular actors.

This book examines the recovery principle of co-production within mental health services, defining it as the creation of a space where all stakeholders - including service users, family members, carers and supporters - come together in a partnership to improve all aspects of mental health services.

Patients have always been encouraged to be active participants in managing their health. New technologies, cultural shifts, trends in healthcare delivery, and policies have brought the patients' role in healthcare to the forefront. This volume provides a theoretical and methodological foundation for the emerging discipline of Patient Ergonomics.

Patients have always been encouraged to be active participants in managing their health. New technologies, cultural shifts, trends in healthcare delivery, and policies have brought the patients' role in health care to the forefront. This volume closely examines notable application areas for the emerging discipline of Patient Ergonomics.

Although sport participation decreases on average for women once they become mothers, athletes have demonstrated that motherhood does not signal the end of sport engagement and athletic identities, or career roles. This is the first book to offer an in-depth examination of the nexus of women, sport and culture within the context of motherhood.

This book provides a theoretically and empirically grounded examination of the struggle for maternity care in contemporary Russia, framed by changes to the healthcare system and the roles of its participants after socialism.

Sick Business is a clarion call for reform and change. A gripping expose, in the end the book equips you with some real answers and the tough questions you need to ask when your family''s health-and perhaps your own-is at stake.

There is a growing body of research exploring the effectiveness of yoga as a pathway to positive embodiment for those at-risk for and struggling with eating disorders. This book provides a comprehensive look at the state of the field.

Caesarean section is often seen as an unnecessary medical intervention or even as a personal failure for a woman, and is an option often feared by expectant mothers. Here, the authors emphasize the joy of delivering a baby, whatever the method, explaining all the issues surrounding Caesareans.

This book explores the complex world of brain tumors and the ground-breaking role that nanotechnology plays in both detection and treatment.

Harnessing hope is fundamental to adapting to a chronic pain or palliative illness, and this fascinating book provides a new framework that will enable physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals to engage with patients to create better outcomes for rehabilitation.

A study on the use of mobile health apps and human creativity. An Anthropological Approach to mHealth underlines ten sixteen-month ethnographies, set across Asia, Africa, Europe, and Latin America, that revealed people's use of communicative apps, including as LINE, WeChat, and WhatsApp's alternative primary health apps, highlighting the irrelevance of dedicated health apps. Using a "smart-from-below" approach, this book studies these surprising practices and proposes a radically different anthropological method to the development and dissemination of mobile health (mHealth), a rapidly growing sector in healthcare.

You can either remain stuck in your anguish, or you can discover the path to break the shackles of hopelessness. You have a CHOICE! Become Part of Transformational Change despite Your Pain. Gordon, once a Doctor of Chiropractic, entered into the world of chronic pain in 1993. After having (4) neck surgeries, CRPS (formerly known as RSD), and still contending with a long-lasting host of other system breakdowns, such as reoccurring kidney stones and rheumatoid arthritis, he has courageously traveled through the myriad of dark spaces about chronic suffering and provides some exceptional recommendations. Likewise, Cherise has her own story to share with those spouses of chronic sufferers who have lost their voices. She knows all too well the heavy burden that is placed upon the family. Her insights are invaluable about climbing out of a pit of hopelessness and sharing how to walk through the doorways of transformational change.

Packed with Q&As, evidence-based information and real-life stories, Adultish is the ultimate guide to taking-on adulthood with confidence and body positivity. Empowering Gen Z with knowledge on everything from social media and self-image to nutrition and mental health, this book promotes self-acceptance for life.

Reorganizing menstruation explores what happens when menstrual practices change, and what is revealed and made possible when longstanding menstrual stigma is disrupted.

What does it mean to get a good night's sleep?It's not just about quantity. It's about getting the right type and quality of sleep. To sleep deeply we need to live deeply. This means that we need to reconnect with ourselves and our inner stillness. It's not surprising that in the Western world practices such as yoga and mindfulness have become popular as more people seek inner peace and grounding to counterbalance the frenetic pace of life.The kind of sleep where we wake up feeling refreshed, filled with vitality and looking forward to the day ahead will not only heal us but also heal those around us.Sleep expert Dr Nerina Ramlakhan explains why a good night's sleep is essential in today's demanding, 24/7, technology-driven world, introduces us to the science of sleep and teaches us that the secret of good sleep is to get out of our heads and back into our bodies.Featuring beautiful illustrations and simple exercises, this is the perfect little book to help you:- Wake up with energy and vitality- Fully engage in your relationships with courage and open-heartedness- Strengthen your immune system- Feel creative and focused- Live life with meaning, passion and inspiration

Details information on medicinally important plants and their natural habits and habitats, taxonomy, cultivation practices, essential oils, active ingredients, biomolecules, modes of action, drug development, and value additions for marketing purpose. It also covers details like systematic botany, postharvest technology, and more.

A fascinating introduction to the wealth of herbal knowledge in The Practicing Herbalist

Just discovered you're pregnant? Feeling a little bit overwhelmed? The Pregnancy Encyclopedia is here for you. Ten detailed chapters cover everything you need to know throughout your pregnancy and beyond from nutrition, exercise, and medical care to fetal development, labour, and breastfeeding. With experts answering all your questions about pregnancy, birth, and newborns - and amazing images showing you what's really happening inside your body - The Pregnancy Encyclopedia presents the guidance you need from professionals you can trust.

Do you feel unprepared when faced with the difficult and delicate questions patients have about sexual health and contraception? Then arm yourself with this quick-reference guide, packed with all the essential information you'll need to know as a healthcare professional working within primary care. This practical resource empowers you to skilfully and sensitively address even the most complex of patient queries with confidence.  Key features include:Breaks down into detail the varied presentations you may encounter in your practicePractical tips and pitfalls with colour-coded boxes to highlight essential, quick access informationFull colour images throughout with detailed content on anatomy and physiology to reinforce your understandingExplores contraception, emergency contraception, and strategies for managing menstrual and menopausal complications. Provides guidance on sexually transmitted infections, including examination and managementCovers communication skills to lay the groundwork for consultation, as well as giving a detailed overview of safeguardingEach chapter aligns with contemporary guidance for evidence-informed practice. This handy resource is aimed at healthcare professionals who handle queries about sexual health and contraception during their day-to-day role; in particular, practice nurses, advanced clinical practitioners, as well as anyone transitioning to primary care from other settings.