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A fascinating tour through the vibrant city of Bristol highlighting its heritage, people and places through the centuries.

Navigating the maze of mental health can be a complex and overwhelming experience. "A - Z of Mental Health" serves as a comprehensive guide that breaks down the labyrinth into manageable pieces. Whether you're a patient seeking to understand your own mind, a loved one looking to support someone you care about, or a healthcare provider wanting to improve your practice, this book provides valuable insights for all.Inside these pages, you will find:Alphabetically-Organized Entries: From Anxiety Disorders to Zoloft, easily find and understand a vast array of terms related to mental health.In-Depth Explanations: Each term is accompanied by a thorough explanation that breaks down the complexities of conditions and treatments.Resource Directories: Comprehensive lists of helplines, organizations, and support groups within the UK, including specific resources for Scotland.Legal and Ethical Context: Important information about the UK laws that affect mental health care, including confidentiality, involuntary commitment, and the rights of the mentally ill.Designed to be accessible, "A - Z of Mental Health" dispels myths, educates, and empowers. In a society where mental health remains stigmatized and misunderstood, this book aims to bring clarity and support to those who need it most.

Explore the city of Southampton in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

Explore the fascinating history of Manchester in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to the city's people and places.

From Apatosaurus to Tyrannosaurus rex to Zephyrosaurus, The A-Z of Dinosaurs presents 26 fun dinosaurs to learn the names of. Each dinosaur is illustrated with an outstanding colour artwork, while a short description outlines the animal's main characteristics.

Explore the fascinating history of Portsmouth in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to the city's people and places.

Explore the city of Coventry in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

Explore the fascinating history of Abergavenny in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to the town's people and places.

Edinburgh has long had a proud and distinctive identity as the capital city of Scotland. Throughout its history it has been renowned as a home of science, education, literature and culture, and today the city hosts the world-famous Edinburgh Festival every year. It's the home of the Scottish Parliament and is a leading financial centre. Its beautiful architectural heritage, with the medieval Old Town alongside the elegant Georgian New Town, is matched by its remarkable natural setting, with the skyline of the city dominated by the extinct volcano of Arthur's Seat. In this book local author Lisa Sibbald takes the reader on a fascinating A-Z tour of the city's history, exploring its streets and byways, to tell the story of its buildings, places and people along the way. Fully illustrated throughout, A-Z of Edinburgh will appeal to all those with an interest in the capital city of Scotland.

Explore the interesting local history of the Yorkshire town of Harrogate in this handy illustrated A-Z guide.

Explore the Potteries township of Trentham in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

Explore the town of Elgin in Moray in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

An engaging exploration of Aylesbury highlighting the people, places and heritage of Buckinghamshire's county town.

A journey along the highways and byways of St Albans highlighting the history and character of this Hertfordshire city.

Explore the fascinating history of Carlisle in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to the city's people and places.

Explore the Gloucestershire town of Cheltenham in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

Norwich is not only one of the most attractive cities in England, it is also one of the most historically significant, with a proud heritage dating all the way back to the Iceni, who bravely fought the Roman invasion. At the time of the Norman Conquest, Norwich was the largest city in England after London and until the Industrial Revolution was the capital of the most populous county in the country. Much of this rich and vibrant past is still in evidence today. Author Michael Chandler takes the reader on their very own A-Z tour around the city's history, exploring the nooks and crannies that have made Norwich what it is today, and relating many a fascinating tale of the most interesting people and places. Fully illustrated with stunning photographs from the past and present, this new guide to the town's history will appeal to residents and visitors alike.

Explore the town of Kingston-upon-Thames in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

Explore the fascinating history of Warrington in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to the town's people and places.

Explore the fascinating history of Glasgow in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to the city's people and places.

Explore the Warwickshire town of Stratford-upon-Avon in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

Explore Letchworth Garden City in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

Explore the fascinating history of Northampton in this fully illustrated A-Z tour of the town's people and places.

Explore the fascinating history of Liverpool in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to the city's people and places.

A fascinating heritage tour through the town and County Borough of Wrexham in North Wales featuring its people and places across the centuries.

A fascinating journey through Somerset's county town of Taunton highlighting its people, places and heritage across the centuries.

Explore the town of Kendal in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

Explore the resort town of Blackpool in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

Explore the fascinating town of Reading in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

From the angel shark to the zebra shark, A-Z of Sharks presents 26 weird and wonderful marine creatures to be explored. Each shark is illustrated with an outstanding colour artwork, with boxes of text highlighting key features. There is also a guide to the pronunciation of each shark's name.