Bøker av Rachel Thompson

This comprehensive book on eczema serves as an invaluable guide for individuals, caregivers, and healthcare professionals seeking a nuanced understanding of this chronic skin condition. The book covers a spectrum of topics, beginning with an insightful introduction and a thorough overview of eczema's prevalence. It meticulously explores the different types of eczema, shedding light on their distinctive features and nuances.The book delves into the intricacies of understanding eczema, exploring its causes, triggers, and the dynamic factors that contribute to its development. A dedicated section provides an extensive examination of the clinical presentation of eczema, offering insights into the varied manifestations across age groups. Notably, the book goes beyond the surface, delving into the challenging terrain of diagnosing eczema and the importance of medical evaluation.The reader is guided through the landscape of diagnostic tests and procedures, elucidating their significance in ensuring accurate diagnosis and effective management. With a focus on management strategies, the book offers a comprehensive exploration of topical treatments, systemic medications, and phototherapy, providing a detailed understanding of the diverse therapeutic options available.Beyond medical interventions, the book delves into lifestyle modifications, skincare routines, dietary considerations, and allergen management-acknowledging the holistic nature of eczema management. It extends its reach to coping mechanisms, emotional well-being, and the psychological impact of eczema, recognizing the profound influence on an individual's overall health.The reader is equipped with an arsenal of prevention strategies, including insights into avoiding triggers, early intervention strategies, and special considerations for specific age groups. The book also addresses eczema in children and during pregnancy, acknowledging the unique challenges and considerations in these contexts.Furthermore, the narrative unfolds to encompass ongoing research, emerging treatments, and the importance of patient narratives and caregiver insights. Support organizations and resources are highlighted as essential pillars in the eczema community, fostering connections and providing a network of understanding and encouragement.The book culminates with a call for continued research, emphasizing the significance of knowledge-sharing, support, and resilience in the collective journey against eczema. It serves as a holistic resource, combining medical insights, practical advice, and empathetic narratives, making it an indispensable companion for anyone navigating the multifaceted landscape of eczema.

Poetry. Winner, SFU Writer's Studio's First Book Competition. GALAXY is about a wounded family (Anger brimming until it overflows / into rage in the dark living room, / his undershirt soaked through / up the back to his collar), a prairie place (Ochre River girls / have a one-room school, / walk through fields of wheat, / play in silos, storing grain dust / in their lungs, / later to exhale it / like cloudy fire), love that is queer and conventional, about longing and loss (tempus fugit / my father emails, / now or never, / and I can't I don't / wish to speak to my mother. / I don't believe the mere flight of time / is reason enough) and a light shone into dark corners. A truly wonderful collection of poems. Wonderful and clear imagery as well as a 'real' and 'true' sense of place, love, longing, family, and the constant struggle and re-negotiation of self and experience. GALAXY possesses a simple but sensual approach to language and tone.--Michael Dennis Ms. Thompson gets the emotional centre right, dead on in fact. These poems avoid the screaming siren of the gender wars and get on about their business. Thompson's GALAXY is familiar territory emotionally, it is wonderfully authentic poetry.--Gregory Scofield, author of kipocihkan: Poems New & Selected ...a coming-of-age collection full of memorable strikes of pleasure and pain... GALAXY is a book of extremes: the poems rocket between childhood / adulthood, rural / urban and desire / love. And although Thompson traffics in strong images and abrupt juxtapositions, she also allows room for doubt and ambivalence. Which is to say: Very nice! (More poems, please!)--The Winnipeg Free Press

- 2017 Readers' Favorite Silver Award Winner (Non-Fiction)!- 5/5 STARS, Readers Favorite!- 4/4 STARS, IndieReader!THE SINGLE BEST TOOL every writer needs NOW to build, boost, and grow their author platform. Unsure how to market your book or feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of author platform options out there (or not even sure what the term means)?Ever wish someone could break it down for you in simple steps? Then this is the book for you! Over the course of one month, Rachel provides you daily challenges containing a wealth of information, and easy to follow assignments to help energize your book sales. If you haven't released your book yet, this book will help you set the stage necessary to build the strongest foundation possible for success.Topics include: * Twitter secrets* Facebook page must-do's* Social media ideas you might not know or haven't thought of* Promotion, giveaways, and other book marketing secrets* Website, blogging, and SEO tips designed just for authors All writers, bloggers, and small businesses can benefit can benefit from this guide. "When it comes to social media marketing for authors, no one knows more than Rachel Thompson. She practices what she preaches and has helped dozens of our authors enjoy significant leaps in their social media standing." Steve Bennett, Founder & Creative Director, AuthorBytes "This book is an amazing compilation of data and resources that only someone with years of experience could pull together. As a book marketing specialist myself, I'm still blown away by the amazing content Rachel provides. If you're writing or marketing a book, this is a MUST-HAVE. " Alexa Bigwarfe, Author Coach & Owner of Kat Biggie Press Digital Media Co. Buy this book right now and get started. Your only regret is that you waited so long!

From swiping and ghosting to hook-ups and talking stages, the internet has changed how we find love - what impact has it had on us, and what is the best way to navigate this new dating landscape?Since the launch of Tinder 10 years ago, dating apps have completely changed the way we think and talk about our romantic lives. Shifting standards for communicating boundaries and the rise of 'therapy talk' have led to an emotional gap between what we desire and how we go about dating in practice, leading us to wonder if dating app culture helping us find love, or leaving us lonelier than ever.In The Love Fix, journalist Rachel Thompson sets out to investigate how the internet shapes our expectations, self-esteem, and search for intimacy. Weaving true stories of people looking for love online with ground-breaking research and interviews with sociologists and mental health professionals, this book will help you understand the sometimes-contradictory effects of online dating, recognise why potential matches are interacting with you the way that they are, and provide you with the tools for finding meaningful connections while honouring your feelings and protecting your mental health.

2016 Bronze Winner Readers' Favorite (NonFiction)5/5 Stars Readers' Favorite Review Winner 2015 Best of Books, IndieReader (NonFiction)2015 Honorable Mention Winner Los Angeles Book Festival2015 Honorable Mention Winner San Francisco Book Festival Award-winning author Rachel Thompson courageously confronts the topics of sexual abuse and suicide, love and healing, in her second nonfiction book of prose: Broken Places. The sequel to Rachel's first award-winning, best-selling nonfiction book, Broken Pieces, Rachel bares her soul in essays, poems and prose, addressing life's most difficult topics with honesty. As you follow one woman's journey through the dark and into the light, you will find yourself forever changed.Rachel's first book in this series, Broken Pieces, has been a #1 best seller on Amazon (eBooks) on Women's Poetry and Abuse. Please note: this book discusses serious topics, and is intended for mature audiences only.One of IndieReader's "Best of 2015″ top books and 2015 Honorable Mention Winner in both the Los Angeles and the San Francisco Book Festivals, in addition to several other awards, Broken Places will capture your mind, body, and soul.

2016 Bronze Winner Readers' Favorite (NonFiction) 5/5 Stars Readers' Favorite Review Winner 2015 Best of Books, IndieReader (NonFiction) 2015 Honorable Mention Winner Los Angeles Book Festival 2015 Honorable Mention Winner San Francisco Book Festival Award-winning author Rachel Thompson courageously confronts the topics of sexual abuse and suicide, love and healing, in her second nonfiction book of prose: Broken Places. The sequel to Rachel's first award-winning, best-selling nonfiction book, Broken Pieces, Rachel bares her soul in essays, poems and prose, addressing life's most difficult topics with honesty. As you follow one woman's journey through the dark and into the light, you will find yourself forever changed. Rachel's first book in this series, Broken Pieces, has been a #1 best seller on Amazon (eBooks) on Women's Poetry and Abuse. Please note: this book discusses serious topics, and is intended for mature audiences only. One of IndieReader's "Best of 2015″ top books and 2015 Honorable Mention Winner in both the Los Angeles and the San Francisco Book Festivals, in addition to several other awards, Broken Places will capture your mind, body, and soul.

5/5 Stars Readers' Favorite Review Winner2013 eFestival of Words Best Non-Fiction (General) Winner2014 Kindle Book Award Non-Fiction Finalist2013 eBook Cover Design Award Gold Star Winner2013 San Francisco Book Festival Honorable Mention2013 Global eBook Award Women Studies Non-Fiction Gold Medal Winner Not easy subjects -- childhood sexual abuse, love, loss, date rape, grief -- but real ones, told in pieces (thus the title). Broken Pieces is a work of non-fiction. Poetry, prose, and essays to let you into one woman's life -- a searingly raw examination of topics most people avoid. Already an international #1 best seller on Amazon (eBooks) on Women's Poetry and Abuse, this book is recommended for mature audiences only due to adult themes. For more of Rachel's work, look at Rachel's second award-winning book, Broken Places, which continues the story.

This comprehensive yet accessible book, written specifically for friends and relatives, offers practical advice and support that can help ensure the best possible quality of life for people with dementia and the people around them.