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In a world where mental health has traditionally been marginalized, this book presents itself as a necessary revolution. It explores how our societies have failed to understand and address mental health issues and offers a transformative vision for the future. Through current research, moving stories, and deep analysis, the author leads us to question established norms and consider a more humane and effective approach. This book not only informs but also inspires action and change, advocating for a mental health system that is inclusive, accessible, and compassionate. It is a must-read for anyone wishing to understand the current state of mental health and how we can collectively improve it.
This international volume provides a comprehensive account of contemporary research, new perspectives and cutting-edge issues surrounding religion and spirituality in social work. The introduction introduces key themes and conceptual issues such as understandings of religion and spirituality as well as definitions of social work, which can vary between countries. The main body of the book is divided up into sections on regional perspectives; religious and spiritual traditions; faith-based service provision; religion and spirituality across the lifespan; and social work practice. The final chapter identifies key challenges and opportunities for developing both social work scholarship and prac...
Handbook of Behavioral Medicine presents a comprehensive overview of the current use of behavioral science techniques in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of various health related disorders. Features contributions from a variety of internationally recognized experts in behavioral medicine and related fields Includes authors from education, social work, and physical therapy Addresses foundational issues in behavioral medicine in Volume 1, including concepts, theories, treatments, doctor/patient relationships, common medical problems, behavioral technologies, assessment, and methodologies Focuses on medical interface in Volume 2, including issues relating to health disorders and specialties; social work, medical sociology, and psychosocial aspects; and topics relating to education and health 2 Volumes
An authoritative overview of contemporary approaches to integrative skin health The popularity of integrative medical treatment of skin disorders has increased significantly in recent years—requiring practicing clinicians to keep pace with continuingdevelopments in dermatological research and methods. Advances in Integrative Dermatology offers a comprehensive survey of this dynamic field, providing up-to-date information on both preventative and therapeutic approaches to skin health. Combining clinical medicine with complimentary treatment plans, integrative dermatology provides an innovative perspective to individual patient care. This essential text explores new research in areas includi...
In complex macromolecules, minor modifications can generate major changes, due to self-assembling capacities of macromolecular or supramolecular networks. Controlled Drug Delivery highlights how the multifunctionality of several materials can be achieved and valorized for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical applications. Topics covered in this comprehensive book include: the concept of self-assembling; starch and derivatives as pharmaceutical excipients; and chitosan and derivatives as biomaterials and as pharmaceutical excipients. Later chapters discuss polyelectrolyte complexes as excipients for oral administration; and natural semi-synthetic and synthetic materials. Closing chapters cove...
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A fully up-to-date edition of the essential introduction to Endoscopic Ultrasonography Endoscopic ultrasonography, or EUS, has evolved over more than three decades of use to become an indispensable technique not only for diagnosing and staging a range of gastrointestinal conditions, but also for performing interventional endoscopic procedures. It has become a ubiquitous resource at hospitals across the globe. Endoscopic Ultrasonography has long been an essential resource for gastrointestinal endoscopists and other medical professionals looking to incorporate EUS into their programs of care. Now fully updated to reflect the latest research and technological development, it promises to continue in the pioneering tradition of EUS training. Readers of the fourth edition of Endoscopic Ultrasonography will also find: A team of contributors which includes the pioneers of endosonography and their immediate successors New chapters dedicated to therapeutic procedures using lumen apposing metal stents A practical, hands-on approach to learning EUS Endoscopic Ultrasonography, 4th Edition is ideal for all GI endoscopists and other medical professionals working with gastrointestinal pathologies.
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Since its creation in 1884, Engineering Index has covered virtually every major engineering innovation from around the world. It serves as the historical record of virtually every major engineering innovation of the 20th century. Recent content is a vital resource for current awareness, new production information, technological forecasting and competitive intelligence. The world?s most comprehensive interdisciplinary engineering database, Engineering Index contains over 10.7 million records. Each year, over 500,000 new abstracts are added from over 5,000 scholarly journals, trade magazines, and conference proceedings. Coverage spans over 175 engineering disciplines from over 80 countries. Updated weekly.