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Although mental illness has not been eradicated, the move to equate mental illness with a physical legitimate illness has resulted in greater understanding on many aspects as to the particular course of the disease. In spite of the difficulties that remain, mental health treatment has come a long way.Faith in the Field provides a historic, sociological, theological, and research-based perspective on the treatment and study on mental health. It points out the challenges within the field and confronts the political, socioeconomic, theological, scientific, and cultural adversities facing advances in mental health treatment. It also attempts to help eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness and those who suffer from it. Combining approaches from psychiatry, psychology, sociology, theology, and nursing, this study aims for a middle ground upon which to build a levee that might ameliorate existing barriers to treatment. Author Sabas Hernan Flores Whittaker, building on his thirty-year career in health care, offers a unique outlook on this timely topic.This multidisciplinary study considers numerous aspects of mental health treatment from various perspectives, seeking a unified approach that could benefit all.

Gertie the goose is not satisfied with her life. Even though she has wonderful friends that include Samantha the swan, several Rhode Island hens, and a duck named Dolores, she does not like the cold and rain on Chesapeake Bay. Gertie wants to see the world.After Gertie flies southward on an adventure to find the perfect place to live, she soon spots a beautiful lake and lands on it. But even though the food is scrumptious, the temperature is grand, and all her new friends are welcoming, Gertie still feels sad. After she sets off again to find an even better spot, she finds a lake that appears to be the best place to live ever! But is it really?In this delightful rhyming story, a determined goose searching for the perfect living situation discovers that her most marvelous place in the world is not where she expected.

In 1939, life is good for Charlie Scudder and his fellow members of Psi Upsilon at Dartmouth College. Drinking, poker and hockey are favorite activities at the house. Following graduation, however, war breaks out in Europe and the course of Charlie''s life suddenly turns in a very different direction.Charlie''s cherished experiences at college do not prepare him for unprecedented future events that challenge him mentally, morally, and physically. He is surrounded by war, and his actions now have profound consequences for himself and the people he loves, especially when he befriends Frieda Pelle, a charming secretary in Germany.Awakening is an atmospheric tale, bringing to life Dartmouth, New York, and Europe in the age of the "Greatest Generation." Told with rich, historical detail and anchored in time by colorful facts, it is the story of a boy becoming a man as he learns the value of character over beauty and the need to courageously answer when duty calls.

No matter who you are or what people think, you are great! Whenever you are feeling down-or even if you just don't hear it enough-you are great, and you're wonderfully made to accomplish wonderful things!God Made You Great is a touching and encouraging narrative poem that reminds children that they are important parts of the human race-and of God's plan too. Sharing the ways in which children can excel, overcome, and rise against the odds, it helps parents teach their children that they are a constant inspiration, that they are important, and that they can do wonderful things with their lives.It matters not your size or what people think, you just need to keep one important thing straight-God made you with care, and God makes no mistakes!

Dr. David Keats is a clinical psychologist and educator who is in grave danger. After he realizes a psychopath student is wreaking havoc on campus, he shows up for his standing Friday afternoon lunch date with plastic surgeon, Elizabeth Davenport. But what he does not know is that a storm has been brewing for months and he is going to stop it. Dr. Keats thinks he can trust Elizabeth. When her co-worker informs him he shouldnt, he realizes he is somehow entangled in a complicated web of deceit and murder. After he realizes he cannot hide, Dr. Keats unknowingly seeks refuge with a CIA special ops group. The group has been provided cyber intel by a band of young hackers known as the Bricoleurs and are waging a secret war on human trafficking. Desperate and out of options, Dr. Keats joins the group and finds himself headed for the Big Easy to carry out a deadly assignment. Now he must determine who he can trust, before it is too late. In this thrilling tale, a college professor on a dangerous journey to stop human trafficking must unravel a complex mystery to save himself and others from an untimely end.

One night, Timmy has a very strange dream. He dreams he is sitting in a tree that has dollar bills for leaves! When he wakes up, he asks his grandmother if there are any such trees.Grandma explains that while dollar bills don't grow on trees, she can take him to see the place where paper money comes from. Along with Timmy's mom and dad, Grandma and Timmy go to visit the Bureau of Engraving and Printing for a tour. There they learn all about how money is designed, printed, and eventually brought to the banks for people to use. What a valuable lesson to learn!In this children's story, the first in a series, a little boy and his family make a special trip to learn about how paper money is made and distributed.

It is true that most of us tend to be friends with those we have things in common with. But what if you become friends with someone who is much different than you? Do you think its possible? In her book Tobiath and the Birdy, author R. J. Brenner tells the tale of two very different creaturesa mighty lion and a small birdwho unexpectedly meet. Although it isnt easy, and despite their quarrels, they learn from each other and develop a lasting friendship. Tobiath and the Birdy teaches children to understand the importance of kindness and to be unselfish with others. You never know who might become an important friend.

In the second book of the American River trilogy, a cavalcade of disastersboth personal and publicthreatens to overwhelm the scattered members of the McPhalan, Ashida, and Morales clans during the tumultuous 1960s.Katestill mourning the death of her brother, Julianfinds herself torn between her love for Carl, now a celebrated conductor who is looking for career opportunities on the East Coast, and her devotion to the West and especially the family ranch at Mockingbird. Also, while attending a music festival in Venice, Italy, she meets Stefan Molnar, a renowned concert pianist, who has become her sister Alexs mentor (and lover). As Kate and Stefans unintentional relationship grows, complications multiply.Meanwhile, Tommy Ashida, now studying in Japan, falls in love with Emiko Namura, the beautiful, sheltered daughter of a Tokyo businessman. He hopes she holds the key to understanding his Japanese heritage, but will that knowledge lead to happiness or something darker?Determined to make her mark in the male-dominated art world, Kates mother, Marian, decides to move to New York while Kates father, Owen, becomes involved in local politics. When he is elected to the California Assembly, he finds himself in direct opposition to Jorge Morales, Carls father.Alliances fray, relationships dissolve, divisive secrets are revealed, and promises are broken as the members of three California families struggle to salvage their shattered dreams.Set against the natural beauty of Northern California, OConnor weaves a complex tapestry of interrelationships and betrayals that captures the mood and resonance of a decade that began in innocence and ended in despair.American River: Currents, Book Two of the American River Trilogy, is filled with passionate and resolute characters who refuse to let go of their unique visions of successeven as lifes tumultuous currents threaten to sweep them all away.

Matthew Meatball loves to play baseball with his friends. His Team, "The Marinara Misfits" have been practicing hard to try to make the playoffs. Matthew Meatball is in such a hurry to get to the game, he takes a shortcut through South Street.Everyone knows that "Buster Bully" lives on South Street. Buster is Big, he's mean and he terrorizes the kids in the neighborhood. But Matt is in a hurry! He doesn't want to be late for his game.Sure enough, as Matt is hurrying down South Street "Buster Bully" confronts him. Buster pushes and shoves poor Matt and there is nobody around to help.Come along and find out how Matthew Meatball handles his encounter with the "Bully".Meet the "Marinara Misfit" Team. Read all about the Big Game against the Terrible Tigers.Don't give away the Surprise Ending!Let's Go! PLAY BALL!

Author Ashlie Weeks has been a writer all her life, but recently she has been inspired by the brave individuals stepping forward in todays rocky and unpredictable climate to share her story. Tears, Torture, and Tomorrow presents a narrative in verse about surviving and navigating womens issues. It explores the complexities of sexual harassment, sexual assault, gender discrimination, abuse, and perseverance. This poetry collection seeks to inspire and remind women they are not alone in these difficult and incredibly painful times. Weeks wrote these poems over the course of many years, and now, with the emergence of such strong voices around victimization and objectification of women, their time has come. This collection reaches out to victims and perpetrators alike, with the end goal informing, assisting, and helping anyone who has been a victim of such behavior. In this collection of poetry, one woman offers a raw and inspirational account of her experiences tackling sexual harassment and assault, abuse, and gender issues.

It is a dark night in 1968 as two men drag a lifeless body to a granite marker, high above a burning greenhouse in the distance. After placing a flower inside the jacket pocket of the body, Kyle and Frank high-five each other as they erase their tracks, convinced they have secured the evidence to finger Derrick, the greenhouse owner, for the death. The next day, Derrick rescues a purple bud from the rubble, tells his friend it is a rare orchid he found on a trip to South America, and asks him to keep it safe. It is the early days after the summer of love has passed and organized growing has begun. Unfortunately, so has Nixons war on drugsa serious mission with feds, marshals, sheriffs, and locals who are all too serious about busting California growers. While time moves forward and propels three men onto a dangerous journey, power, murder, and intrigue overshadow the northern coastal counties as the underground marijuana scene develops into something no one ever imagined. Purple tells the gripping tale of the underground marijuana scene as it develops in 1968 and eventually transforms into a major money-making operation that changes the landscape of America.

Almost everyone looks forward to summer vacation. Sometimes its because were taking a trip. But other times, its because someone is coming to see us! Author and illustrator Jackie Mattes shares memories of her childhood in The Best Part of the Trip. Each summer, she and her older sister eagerly awaited her fathers arrival at their summer home. And finally, Jackie and her sister were old enough to wait for him alone. The Best Part of the Trip shows the love of a family for being together. And the fun they have. Youll also see how being blind doesnt stop their father from living a full, active life.

Denisa Porter, Mallorie Johnson, and Saundra Greene are three middle-aged African American women who have been friends for a long time. They share each others joys and sorrows and have been life rafts for one another as they work through raising children, being in relationships, and maintaining their careers.When they grow weary of battling husbands, children, grandchildren, and work, they start escaping together each year on a girls trip. Over the course of nine annual vacations, they visit places throughout the United States, in the Caribbean, and as far away as Australia and New Zealand. Along the way, Denisa, Mallorie, and Saundra discover that life is an adventure filled with culture and wonder; they also hold close to the love they have for their families and come to the realization that its okay to let go and be true to themselves.This lighthearted novel tells the story of three middle-aged friends as they deal with those who depend on them and experience the world together through travel.

When Angelo Davis was growing up in Queens, helping his dad hide the vodka bottles, he wouldnt have imagined someday hed be working as a talent agent and living in a condo in Los Angeles, California.Davis life is in a bit of an upheaval. He never sees his husband of seven years; his younger, teen-aged brother, Michael, has come to stay with him; and hes guardian and agent of seventeen-year-old, multi-talented celebrity, Reggie Simone.Reggie lives with three of her best friends, and shes experiencing some controversy of her own when her sexuality gets exploited to the public for a reason she may or may not regret. Angelo cant help but reflect on the days he was struggling with his own sexuality.Set in Los Angeles fast-paced entertainment industry, this novel for young adults shares a story of fame, family dynamics, and shifting priorities.

R.J. is nervous about his first day at his new school. Even though he looks like all the other bears, he thinks differently and has special challenges. When school begins, R.J. is so excited about recess he can hardly sit still in his seat. Finally when it is time to go outside, R.J. realizes he does not know how to play hide-and-seek. After the other bears laugh and tease him, R.J. is saved by Buddy who stops the bully bears and invites him to play with him. But it is not until his teacher tells the class that they are all special and unique that R.J. finally learns that having the right kind of friends makes all the difference in the world. In this childrens tale, a special little bear discovers that being unique is not so bad after a new friend and his teacher teach him about acceptance, love, and friendship.

All projects regardless of their size require planning, communication, and conflict management. This book will help seasoned or new project team members to understand the fundamentals of project management. These fundamentals will be presented in a story about siblings building a fence as an anniversary gift for their parents.The story follows their progress from project conception to project completion. Similar to all projects, they will utilize essential project management tools, create a plan, work through disagreements, react and adapt to the unexpected, and creatively solve problems. How they plan for and work through these challenges will determine whether they build the fence on time, on budget, and stay on good terms with each other.Whatever your project, their story is an easy way to make sense of project management, its tools, dos and donts, and how to sustain the engagement of project team members.

This book provides a vivid story of life with Alzheimersor at least, one story of one family with an unusual sense of humor. Told in an unconventional style (through the alphabet rather than chronologically), Leslie F. Hergert describes the sadness, humor, and challenges of caring for a partner with Alzheimers Disease through its many stages. Each letter of the alphabet provides reflections on some facet of the Alzheimers experience, told with honesty and a wry eye.Leslie spoke at our conference on Dementia and attendees said that her stories were the most powerful part of a very good conference. Her book extends that speech to provide an inside view of living with Alzheimers, a comfort for others living with the disease and an education for outsiders.Nancy Willbanks, Somerville Cambridge Elder ServicesMs. Hergert writes candidly and poignantly about her experience caring for her husband with early onset Alzheimers Disease. She touches upon the major cognitive, psychological, and functional changes that occur over the course of the disease, and she provides practical tips to caregivers on how to manage them. She also writes movingly about the multiple emotions she felt as she accompanied her husband on the journey, reminding all of us that there are moments of joy and laughter even among those of loss and grief. I have no doubt that readers will find her words of wisdom helpful.Serena Chao, MD, MSc; Geriatrics Division Chief, Cambridge Health Alliance; Instructor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School

Bandit is having a bad day. When he wakes up, its cold, dark, and raining. Mom says that he has to go outside anyway. He looks for a snack in his bowl, but its empty. He wants to take a nap in his favorite chair, but something is in the way. Theres a bunny invading the back yard, but no one is home to let Bandit outside. Its a long, lonely day for Bandit, the family pet. This picture book for children shares the story of one dogs lonely day, and how Mom makes it better when she gets home.

Author Christine Dickinson is not a celebrity or famous. She?s an average person wishing to share her life-altering event. In January 2012, she was diagnosed with tongue cancer, a finding that changed her life. In Oral Cancer: My Journey, Dickinson discusses her battle, the toughest fight of her life.She tells how oral and head/neck cancers are so profoundly different than other cancers; they affect one?s ability to speak, swallow, and breathe, functions people take for granted. Dickinson narrates how her journey was difficult and long, and how she had to learn to swallow, eat, and talk all over again. Oral Cancer: My Journey discusses her physical and emotional path through surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, recovery, and the aftermath.Providing hope and inspiration to others, this memoir provides keen insight and awareness about oral cancer. A story of determination, it tells how Dickinson found strength through her family and in God to help her persevere during the tough times.

Since the enactment of No Child Left Behind and the more recent Every Child Succeeds Act, you would think student achievement would be on the rise. But SAT scores are dipping, college and career readiness are at all-time lows, and parents are wondering what's gone wrong. David M. Schmittou, Ed.D., a career educator, seeks to find out why by asking a simple question: Why do we have such a difficult time remembering what we learned in school and yet we never forget how to ride a bike-something we learned when we were five or six? Riding a bicycle requires fine motor controls, concentration, dexterity, and balance, but children can master the skill even before they enter school. Students can learn academic subjects in the same fashion, but it will require us to take a radical new approach to education-one that requires learners to enter real-world settings instead of classrooms separated from reality. We can no longer afford to spend millions of dollars without seeing results. It's time to bolster education for all by mastering the ideas and principles in It's Like Riding a Bike.