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Brain Imaging in Behavioral Neuroscience (Current Topics in Behavioral Neurosciences #11)
By Cameron Carter, Jeffrey Dalley. 2011
This volume highlights the remarkable new developments in brain imaging including those that apply magnetic resonance imaging MRI…
and Positron Emission Tomography PET that allow us to non invasively study the living human brain in health and in disease These technological advances have allowed us to obtain new and powerful insights into the structure and function of the healthy brain as it develops across the life cycle as well as the molecular make up of brain systems and circuits as they develop and change with age New brain imaging technologies have also given us new insights into the causes of many common brain disorders including ADHD schizophrenia depression and Alzheimer s disease which collectively affect a large segment of the population These new insights have major implications for understanding and treating these brain disorders and are providing clinicians with the first ever set of biomarkers that can be used to guide diagnosis and monitor treatment effects The advances in brain imaging over the last 20 years summarized in this volume represent a major advance in modern biomedical sciencesYour Blueprint for Strong Immunity: Personalise your diet and lifestyle for better health
By Dr Jenna Macciochi. 2022
Your Blueprint for Strong Immunity breaks down the science behind our health and shares the secrets of how to be…
well, for good.Expert immunologist Dr Jenna Macciochi has over 20 years' experience as a scientist researching the impact of lifestyle on the immune system in health and disease.Your Blueprint for Strong Immunity guides you through your very own health MOT and Jenna will help you audit your current lifestyle so you are able to identify key areas that might not be serving your health well. In Part Two, you will learn what to do when you fall ill, how to recover from infection and how to build mental resilience. Part three explains how to support your immunity when you live with chronic illness. She includes over 20 of her own delicious and simple recipes to help you nourish your body. 'Dr Jenna is one of the most knowledgeable authorities on Immune Health and has a wonderful ability to communicate an incredibly complicated subject in a profoundly approachable and relatable way. ' - Dr Rupy Aujla, author of The Doctor's KitchenCoronavirus Therapeutics – Volume I: Basic Science and Therapy Development (Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology #1352)
By Alexzander A. A. Asea, Punit Kaur. 2021
The book Coronavirus Therapeutics Volume I provides the most comprehensive review on contemporary knowledge on the origin and structural biology…
and molecular aspects of Coronaviruses. This also describes the etiology and pathogeny and therapeutic targets including vaccine drug candidates against Coronaviruses in the light of current scientific knowledge. Using an integrative approach to the understanding of Coronaviruses structure, function and immunobiology, the contributors provide a synopsis of novel mechanisms by which Coronaviruses can be treated.Key basic and clinical research laboratories from major universities, academic medical hospitals, biotechnology and pharmaceutical laboratories around the world have contributed articles that review present research activity on the role of heat shock proteins in human diseases and importantly project the field into the future. The book is a must read for graduate students. medical students, basic science researchers and postdoctoral scholars in the fields of Cancer Biology, Oncology, Cardiovascular Diseases, Microbiology, Inflammation, Translational Medicine, Clinical Research, Biotechnology, Cell & Molecular Medicine, Pharmaceutical Scientists and Researchers involved in Drug Discovery.Discovery Through Activity provides a compendium of ideas, resources and practice evaluations that will inspire practitioners to be even more…
imaginative and to customise their own Recovery Through Activity programmes to meet the specifi c needs of participants. The original Recovery Through Activity handbook offers a flexible programme that is widely used in adult mental health settings. This accompanying and complementary resource shows how the intervention has been extended, adapted and applied service-wide. The resource showcases the work of a growing community of practitioners who have successfully facilitated Recovery Through Activity programmes to provide a forum for people to refl ect on their occupational lives and discuss and practise lifestyle choices that will enable them to improve their health and wellbeing. It includes: • an extended range of flexible ideas and resources to meet the needs of participants in Recovery Through Activity sessions • examples of how to apply Recovery Through Activity in one- to- one sessions and virtual groups • encouragement to adopt Recovery Through Activity across your services with confidence. With contributions illustrating the effective application of Recovery Through Activity in a range of settings and situations, this is a valuable resource for occupational therapists and other practitioners in mental health settings.Functional Movement Disorder: An Interdisciplinary Case-Based Approach (Current Clinical Neurology)
By Kathrin LaFaver, Carine W. Maurer, Timothy R. Nicholson, David L. Perez. 2022
This book is a practical manual for clinical practitioners seeking to take an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approach to the diagnosis…
and management of functional movement disorder (FMD). It discusses case vignettes, reviews the diagnostic approach, provides an update on available treatments, highlights clinical pearls and details references for further reading.Organized into three parts, the book begins with a framework for conceptualizing FMD - including its historical context, the biopsychosocial model and an integrated neurologic-psychiatric perspective towards overcoming mind-body dualism. Part II then provides a comprehensive overview of different FMD presentations including tremor, dystonia, gait disorders, and limb weakness, as well as common non-motor issues such as pain and cognitive symptoms. The book concludes with chapters on updated practices in delivering the diagnosis, working with patients and care partners to achieve shared understanding of a complex condition, as well as an overview of evidence-based and evolving treatments. Supplemented with high-quality patient videos, Functional Movement Disorder is written for practicing neurologists, psychiatrists, psychologists, allied mental health professionals, and rehabilitation experts with an interest in learning more about diagnosis and management of FMD.Cardiac Electrophysiology: Board Review and Self-Assessment
By Milind G. Parikh. 2022
This book offers a comprehensive review of clinical cardiac electrophysiology in a question and answer format. Chapters contain over 200…
questions divided into 9 chapters, each organized by cardiac electrophysiology topic. Each question is followed by the correct answer with a detailed explanation along with references for further reading. Important concepts are highlighted and supported by over 200 illustrations and high resolution images. The book addresses a broad range of topics that are important when studying for the initial certification or recertification of the clinical cardiac electrophysiology board examination. It is also highly relevant for daily clinical practice in cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology.Topics covered in the book include:Review of basic and clinical cardiac electrophysiology principles associated with cardiac arrhythmiasThe evaluation and management of patients with cardiac rhythm disordersReview of pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic therapies for the treatment of arrhythmiasClinical indications, fundamental principles and electrical characteristics of implantable cardiac electronic devices such as pacemakers and defibrillatorsClinical, electrocardiographic, and electrophysiologic characteristics of specific cardiac arrhythmia syndromes Cardiac Electrophysiology Board Review is a must-have resource for cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology trainees as well as attending physicians preparing for the certification or recertification examination. It may also be a useful guide for cardiologists, cardiac electrophysiologists and all clinicians who wish to further their understanding of heart rhythm disorders.Handbook of Psychotherapy Case Formulation, Third Edition
By Tracy D. Eells. 2022
Now in a significantly revised third edition featuring 60% new material, this is the authoritative clinical reference and course text…
on a crucial psychotherapy skill. Leading practitioners of major psychotherapies describe step by step how to construct sound case formulations and use them to guide individualized treatment. Following a standard format, chapters cover the historical background of each case formulation approach, its conceptual framework and evidence base, multicultural considerations, steps in implementation, application to treatment planning and practice, and training resources. Rich case material includes examples of completed formulations. New to This Edition *Chapters on additional models: mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, couple therapy, and thematic mapping. *Chapters on specific approaches for personality disorders, suicidality, and panic disorder. *Expanded case examples now go beyond crafting the initial formulation to show how it shapes the entire course of therapy. *Prior-edition chapters are all updated or rewritten to reflect 15 years of advances in research, clinical practice, and training.Palabra de madre: El poder de la maternidad
By Ibone Olza. 2022
¿Qué es ser madre? Palabra de madre parte de la historia personal de la autora, como madre y como profesional…
de la sanidad y activista, para plantear sus contradicciones e indecisiones en torno a la experiencia maternal, así como su desconcierto acerca de cómo los sistemas de salud de nuestra sociedad han ignorado y boicoteado la sabiduría reunida en relación con ella. «Me gustaría comprender qué clase de madre he sido. Captar, aunque sea de manera fugaz, el núcleo de mi experiencia maternal. Y así, de paso, comprender mejor la experiencia maternal en su sentido más amplio: la de todas las madres. Empecé a ser consciente de la profunda escisión, de cómo los sistemas de salud han ignorado a las madres y negado sus experiencias y conocimientos, y de cómo la ausencia de ese conocimiento maternal ha dado lugar a una ciencia sesgada y en muchos casos dañina. Todo ese conocimiento basado en la evidencia científica se estrella a diario contra la realidad de una sociedad heredera de décadas y siglos de desprecio hacia la maternidad.» Así, las circunstancias personales de cada madre, a menudo tortuosas y adversas, adquieren otro matiz cuando las analizamos desde lo histórico-social. «Mis circunstancias... Tendré que volver sobre ellas para lo que me propongo: comprender a la madre que fui y a la que ahora soy, con la esperanza de que tal vez sirva para entender y cuidar mejor al resto de las madres». Sobre Palabra de madre: «Todas las madres nos merecemos este libro. Porque todas sin excepción necesitamos estas palabras balsámicas para aplacar las soledades de la maternidad contemporánea. Ibone Olza nos regala un espejo de vivencias, luchas,intuiciones, dudas y cicatrices, que de tan propias se convierten en colectivas. Este libro viene a politizar la culpa endémica (y algunas otras heridas) que se nos inocula desde una sociedad profundamente maternofóbica. Y lo hace con toda la potencia de la ternura, la empatía radical y una catártica escritura».Silvia Nanclares, autora de Quién quiere ser madre «Palabra de madre es un libro honesto y emocionante, político y poético, capaz de acompañar a todas las madres que tienen todavía heridas abiertas en el cuerpo y en la memoria. Ibone Olza ha escrito este libro para todas nosotras. Y también para una sociedad que sigue dando la espalda a las madres».Carmen G. de la Cueva, autora de Mamá, quiero ser feministaShrinks: The Untold Story of Psychiatry
By Jeffrey A. Lieberman, Ogi Ogas. 2015
A world-renowned psychiatrist reveals the fascinating story of psychiatry's origins, demise and redemption. Psychiatry has come a long way since…
the days of chaining 'lunatics' in cold cells and parading them as freakish marvels before a gaping public. But, as Jeffrey Lieberman reveals in his extraordinary and eye-opening book, the path to legitimacy for 'the black sheep of medicine' has been anything but smooth. In SHRINKS, Dr Lieberman traces the field from its birth as a mystic pseudo-science through its adolescence as a cult of 'shrinks' to its late blooming maturity since the Second World War as a science-driven profession that saves lives. With fascinating case studies and portraits of the luminaries of the field, from Sigmund Freud to Eric Kandel, SHRINKS is a gripping and illuminating read. It is also an urgent call-to-arms to dispel the stigma surrounding mental illness and to start treating it as a disease rather than a state of mind.Read by Graham Corrigan(p) 2015 Hachette AudioPharmaceutical Pelletization Technology
By Isaac Ghebre-Sellassie. 1989
This book serves as a formulation and processing guide during the development of pelletized dosage forms. It provides the pharmaceutical…
technologist with basic information about the design aspects of the relevant processing equipment.Love is the Cure: On Life, Loss and the End of AIDS
By Elton John. 2012
In the 1980s, Elton John saw friend after friend, loved one after loved one, perish needlessly from AIDS. In the…
midst of the plague, he befriended Ryan White, a young Indiana boy ostracized by his town and his school because of the HIV infection he had contracted from a blood transfusion. Ryan's inspiring life and devastating death led Elton to two realizations: His own life was a mess. And he had to do something to help stop the AIDS crisis.Since then, Elton has dedicated himself to overcoming the plague and the stigma of AIDS. He has done this through the Elton John AIDS Foundation, which has raised and donated $275 million to date to fighting the disease worldwide. Love Is The Cure is Elton's personal account of his life during the AIDS epidemic, including stories of his close friendships with Ryan White, Freddie Mercury, Princess Diana, Elizabeth Taylor, and others, and the story of the Elton John AIDS Foundation. With powerful conviction and emotional force, Elton conveys the personal toll AIDS has taken on his life - and his infinite determination to stop its spread.Elton writes, 'This is a disease that must be cured not by a miraculous vaccine, but by changing hearts and minds, and through a collective effort to break down social barriers and to build bridges of compassion. Why are we not doing more? This is a question I have thought deeply about, and wish to answer - and help to change - by writing this book.'The sale of Love Is the Cure will benefit the Elton John AIDS Foundation.(P)2012 Hachette AudioDexter Morgan isn't exactly the kind of man you'd bring home to your mum. At heart, he's the perfect gentleman:…
he has a shy girlfriend, and seems to lead a quiet, normal life bordering on the mundane. Despite the fact that he can't stand the sight of blood, he works as a blood-spatter analyst for the Miami police. But Dexter also has a secret hobby: he is an accomplished serial killer. So far, he's killed 36 people and has never been caught because he knows exactly how to hide the evidence. And while that may lead some people to assume he's not such a nice guy, he tempers his insatiable hunger for brutality by only killing the bad guys.However, Dexter's well-organised life is suddenly disrupted when a second, much more visible serial killer appears in Miami. Intrigued that the other killer favours a style similar to his own, Dexter soon realises that the mysterious new arrival is not simply invading his turf but offering him a direct invitation to 'come out and play'...Narrated by the author(p) 2012 Penguin Random House LLCBehavioral Neurogenetics (Current Topics in Behavioral Neurosciences #12)
By Andreas Reif, John Cryan. 2011
This book covers a wide array of topics relevant to behavioral genetics from both a preclinical and clinical standpoint …
Indeed in juxtaposing both areas of research the reader will appreciate the true translational nature of the field Topics covered range from technical advances in genetic analysis in humans and animals to specific descriptions of advances in schizophrenia attention disorders depression and anxiety disorders autism aggression neurodegeneration and neurodevelopmental disorders The importance of gene-environment interactions is emphasised and the role of neuroimaging in unravelling the functional consequences of genetic variability described This volume will be valued by both the basic scientist and clinician alike who may use it as a detailed reference book It will also be of use to the novice to the field to whom it will serve as an in-depth introduction to this exciting area of researchQuestions and Answers for Dental Nurses
By Carole Hollins. 2022
Questions and Answers for Dental Nurses An essential study aid for dental nursing students preparing for the NEBDN exam The…
newly revised Fourth Edition of Questions and Answers for Dental Nurses delivers a comprehensive and invaluable revision guide that covers the full curriculum of the National Examining Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN) National Diploma in Dental Nursing. It is fully updated and incorporates recent developments in dentistry and changes to relevant legislation and regulation. The included questions mimic the style of questions used in the NEBDN examination and the accompanying answers and explanations discuss why a given answer is the best one. All four General Dental Council development outcomes—formerly called “domains”—are covered in the book, allowing students to gauge their progress and understanding on all of the areas they’ll be tested on. The book also includes: A thorough introduction to communication in dental nursing, including obtaining consents and record keeping, handling complaints, raising concerns and oral health instruction Comprehensive explorations of management and leadership, including chairside support, practice management, and health and safety Practical discussions of clinical considerations, including infection prevention and control, oral anatomy and physiology, dental pathology and microbiology, and assessment and diagnosis In-depth examinations of professionalism in the dental nursing context, including GDC standards, legal and ethical issues, and equality and diversity Questions and Answers for Dental Nurses 4th Edition is an essential resource for dental nurse students enrolled in the National Examining Board for Dental Nurses National Diploma training course, as well as dental tutors, trainers, and educators preparing candidates for this qualification.Orchids Phytochemistry, Biology and Horticulture: Fundamentals and Applications (Reference Series in Phytochemistry)
By Jean-Michel Mérillon, Hippolyte Kodja. 2022
This reference work provides an authoritative and comprehensive review of the latest developments in orchids’ biology, biotechnology and phytochemistry, and…
it also explores the applications of orchids in medicinal chemistry, nutrition and cosmetics industry. Chapters from expert contributors are organised into six sections and cover the entire gamut of orchid research and uses. In this work, readers will learn about topics such as biogeography and diversity of orchids, their biology and environmental factors, their horticulture and phytochemistry, and their use in agri-food, medicinal and perfumery industries. This book will appeal to graduate students, scholars, researchers interested in botany, agriculture, pharmacy, biotechnology and phytochemistry. Industrial scientists and those involved in marketing flowers and phytochemicals, plants and their extracts will also understand the importance of this reference work.This book is inspired by the term “digiwine,” a neologism referring to the production and/or marketing of wine through the…
use of new technologies and robotics such as vineyard information systems, sensor units, weather stations, drones, robotic harvesters, social media videos, digital labels, and wine apps. The alcohol industry is using these technologies to develop digital strategies and online tools for more efficient sales of wine. This book analyzes the use of digital alcohol marketing, the reasons for it, the role of regulation, and its social impact. In particular, malignant forms of alcohol marketing to youth are precisely described through exact case descriptions from the global milieu. The author questions whether the loopholes in the legislation or inefficiency of self-regulation have negative consequences that can no longer be prevented by public health care programs. When and how did the alcohol industry become so deeply interwoven in our lives that we mindlessly advertise and parade in its shadow on social media and that we increasingly buy alcohol digitally for fun, in innovative packaging, and with strange ingredients combinations? Dr. Mojca Ramšak’s book peels back the layers of the alcohol industry’s most obvious yet overlooked marketing tactics. It also reveals the sluggishness of preventive and curative efforts, as well as legal or self-regulatory measures, at keeping up with the alcohol industry’s use of technology. - Nadja Furlan Štante, Principal Research Associate and Professor of Religious Studies, Science and Research Centre of Koper, Slovenia.This reference book provides promising strategies for investing in the promising healthcare and nursing sector of the People's Republic of…
China. The Chinese healthcare sector is growing steadily, and the Chinese government has recognized that the participation of foreign investors is essential to improve and develop the Chinese healthcare system, especially in metropolitan areas. This opens up opportunities and possibilities for foreign healthcare providers, whose investments are increasingly welcomed and supported by the Chinese government. The book presents ways to make safe and profitable investments in the Chinese healthcare market: from the construction of new hospitals and nursing homes to the introduction of the necessary medical equipment and the acquisition and recruitment of qualified staff. In particular, the legal framework conditions are highlighted.This book is a translation of the original German 1st edition Investitionen im chinesischen Gesundheits- und Pflegesektor by Björn Etgen, published by Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden GmbH, part of Springer Nature in 2019. The translation was done with the help of artificial intelligence (machine translation by the service DeepL.com). A subsequent human revision was done primarily in terms of content, so that the book will read stylistically differently from a conventional translation. Springer Nature works continuously to further the development of tools for the production of books and on the related technologies to support the authors.Medical Devices: Improving Health Care Through a Multidisciplinary Approach (Research for Development)
By Sergio Cerutti, Carlo Boccato, Joerg Vienken. 2022
This book provides caregivers and administrators with high-quality support for strategic decision making in the selection and use of medical…
devices so as to ensure value optimization. Medical treatment is increasingly complex, with wide application of medical devices and corresponding involvement of physics and engineering. A multidisciplinary methodology that brings together expertise from key disciplines in a holistic, system-oriented approach is essential in controlling this complexity and further improving health care. This book will help readers to understand the design, validation, and application of medical devices and the standards and regulations that apply to them across the world. In addition, it provides technical, operational, and economic perspectives on their use. The relevance of concepts such as expenditure optimization and sustainability to medical device technology is explained and healthcare reimbursement systems are discussed from different points of view. Readers will gain a clear appreciation of the managerial and economic implications of the use of medical devices and how to get the most out of them. Academic research, industrial experiences, and case studies are presented as appropriate.Yamada's Atlas of Gastroenterology
By Anna S. Lok, Timothy C. Wang, Michael Camilleri, Benjamin Lebwohl, Kenneth K. Wang, Gary D. Wu, William J. Sandborn. 2022
YAMADA’S Atlas of Gastroenterology Gastroenterology and Hepatology remain highly visual specialties, in part because of the tremendous accessibility of the…
luminal gastrointestinal tract to endoscopic examination and biopsy, and other internal digestive organs to advanced imaging modalities and sampling. Thus, in addition to standard views of cross-sectional imaging and histopathologic analysis used in many disorders, the field encompasses multimodal endoscopic imaging, which has continued to advance over the last decade. This sixth edition of Yamada’s Atlas of Gastroenterology continues to offer diverse images that provide an overview of the field of digestive diseases, and aims to provide a synopsis through pictures and illustrations rather than through text. Consequently, this Atlas is designed to complement and accompany the primary textbook in the field, the seventh edition of Yamada’s Textbook of Gastroenterology. This newest edition of the Atlas presents a wealth of pictorial material designed to provide a highly informative snapshot of major gastrointestinal, pancreatic and hepatobiliary diseases. Every GI disorder from liver abscesses, endocrine neoplasms of the pancreas, to motility disorders of the esophagus are fully illustrated through the use of endoscopic and transabdominal ultrasonographs, computed tomography scans, magnetic resonance images, radionuclide images, angiograms, and high resolution manometry, in addition to histopathology and cytology. The Atlas includes over 2000 exceptional images, organized by disease entity and therapeutic modality, including histopathology slides, MRI and CT scans, endoscopy, EUS, and open surgery images. Boasting an outstanding editorial team and 200 chapter authors, who are internationally renowned experts in their fields of expertise, Yamada’s Atlas of Gastroenterology is designed for a wide spectrum of readers, including students, residents, fellows and other trainees, practicing clinicians, professors and related specialists. For a busy trainee or clinician seeking a quick introduction to the spectrum of GI diseases, Yamada’s Atlas of Gastroenterology represents a practical and useful introduction to important disorders, and brings to life the salient points of the topic accurately and comprehensively.Essential Periodontics (Essentials (Dentistry))
By Khalid Almas, Steph Smith. 2022
ESSENTIAL PERIODONTICS The Dentistry Essentials are an international series of textbooks, designed to support lecture series or themes on core…
topics within dentistry. A comprehensive yet accessible reference text designed for dental students and healthcare professionals alike Essential Periodontics provides rapid reference to key information about periodontal pathology, examination and diagnosis, treatment planning of common diseases, dental implantology, clinical decision making, and more. Contributions from experienced practitioners cover all the fundamental topics encountered in both periodontic training and practice, such as the anatomy and histology of the periodontium, basic principles of periodontal health, surgical therapies and suturing techniques, interdisciplinary periodontics, and management of periodontal emergencies. Each easy-to-read chapter includes a concise introduction, clearly defined learning objectives, a reference list of relevant scientific publications, tables and figures, and high-quality illustrations and clinical images. Aligns with the Classification of Periodontal and Peri-Implant Diseases and Conditions issued by the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) 2018 World Workshop Follows a flexible modular format which can be easily integrated into any dental school’s teaching curriculum Discusses future advances and research in periodontics Includes several useful appendices, references to internet resources, and an extensive index Reflecting current practice and up-to-date scientific evidence, Essential Periodontics is a valuable resource for undergraduate dental students and healthcare professionals including dental hygienists, dental therapists, and general dentistry practitioners, which also includes interdisciplinary interests.