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Essentials of Health Behavior (Reference, Information and Interdisciplinary Subjects)
by Mark EdbergHealth promotion, education, and prevention programs ultimately focus on changing health behavior. Essentials of Health Behavior, Second Edition provides the groundwork for understanding, assessing, and effectively applying theories of human behavior within the practice of public health. In clear and accessible language, it provides the student with a background of the kinds of social and behavioral theories that guide our understanding of health related behavior and form the background for health promotion and prevention efforts. Filled with real life examples and profiles, the text explores some of the ways in which these theories and approaches are used in applied health promotion efforts. This book will: - Introduce students to the relationship between behavior and a selection of major health issues. - Provide an introductory background to the kinds of social and behavioral theories that guide our understanding of health related behavior and form the background for health promotion and prevention efforts. - Explore some of the ways in which these theories and approaches are used in applied health promotion efforts. The Second Edition offers: - New chapter on multi-level theories and frameworks - Updated examples of application and practice throughout - Additional information on several of the theories presented, such as the Diffusion of Innovations theory and the Social Cognitive Theory Looking for more real-life evidence? Check out Cases 3, 5-11, 13, 18, & 20 in Essential Case Studies in Public Health, Putting Public Health into Practice.
Essentials of Health Behavior (Second Edition)
by Mark EdbergHealth promotion, education, and prevention programs ultimately focus on changing health behavior. Essentials of Health Behavior, Second Edition provides the groundwork for understanding, assessing, and effectively applying theories of human behavior within the practice of public health. In clear and accessible language, it provides the student with a background of the kinds of social and behavioral theories that guide our understanding of health related behavior and form the background for health promotion and prevention efforts. Filled with real life examples and profiles, the text explores some of the ways in which these theories and approaches are used in applied health promotion efforts. This book will:- Introduce students to the relationship between behavior and a selection of major health issues. - Provide an introductory background to the kinds of social and behavioral theories that guide our understanding of health related behavior and form the background for health promotion and prevention efforts. - Explore some of the ways in which these theories and approaches are used in applied health promotion efforts. The Second Edition offers:- New chapter on multi-level theories and frameworks - Updated examples of application and practice throughout- Additional information on several of the theories presented, such as the Diffusion of Innovations theory and the Social Cognitive TheoryLooking for more real-life evidence? Check out Cases 3, 5-11, 13, 18, & 20 in Essential Case Studies in Public Health, Putting Public Health into Practice.
Essentials of Health and Wellness
by Deborah J. Mccormick James Robinson IIIEach of the 13 million high school students in public high schools are required to take one semester of health education. For health instruction to be successful, the instructional program should be grounded in good science, include a behavioral component, and be packaged in a way that can be easily implemented. Essentials of Health and Wellness provides the teacher with everything needed to engage the learner and to create a successful health course. It is designed to be student friendly and is centered on the important, but often overlooked, notion of building personal wellness. All health concepts are brought back to the student, who is encouraged to develop positive wellness behaviors through the creation of a personal wellness plan. Based on the framework of the National Standards for School Health Education, this product is the total package for high school health education. With a small but rich ancillary offering, including a separate Sexuality Supplement (ISBN 1-4018-1525-1)that goes into greater detail about sensitive issues that may not be desirable to all school districts and a free Online Companion with additional lesson plans, teaching activities, and student worksheets, this text provides teachers with a well-rounded, effective system for health education instruction.
Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology
by Suzanne Keller Elaine MariebThoroughly updated with dozens of new figures, photos, and current information on medical recommendations and terminology, the 12th Edition continues to set the standard for brief, accessible one-semester A&P texts. The authors’ hallmark clear and friendly writing style has been strengthened with familiar analogies and abundant mnemonic cues that help in learning and remembering concepts. Continuing to offer just the right balance of anatomy, physiology, and clinical coverage, engaging new chapter previews help learners hone in on what structures and functions they are studying, how they function, and why they are important to learn.
Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology
by Elaine Marieb<i>Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology, Eighth Edition</i> continues to set the standard for A&P texts by helping readers better visualize and understand the structure and function of the human body. New information on hot topics like DNA fingerprinting, bone implants for children, stem cell research, and obesity draws readers into the material. Elaine Marieb's clear and friendly writing style emphasizes the relevance of anatomy and physiology to readers' lives and careers. It clarifies concepts, defines key terms, and offers just the right balance of anatomy, physiology, and clinical coverage to make the content complete without being overwhelming.
Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology (Third Edition)
by John W. HoleEssentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology, Third edition, is designed to provide accurate information about the structure and function of the human body in an interesting and readable manner.
Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology Tenth Edition
by Elaine N. MariebNow in its Tenth Edition, Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology continues to set the standard for short-course A&P texts. Its dramatically updated art program, more streamlined presentation of material, and integration of chapter objectives will help you better visualize and understand the structure and function of the human body. Elaine Marieb's clear and friendly writing style emphasizes the relevance of anatomy & physiology to your life and future career. The book clarifies concepts, defines key terms, and offers just the right balance of anatomy, physiology, and clinical coverage to make the content complete without being overwhelming. Elaine Marieb wrote this book specifically for the one-semester course and continues to carefully select a range of material that proves just right for the shorter course. New information on hot topics like the HPV Vaccine, Infantile Polycystic Kidney disease, and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) draws students into the material. This package contains: Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology, Tenth Edition
Essentials of Life-span Development, Third edition
by John W. SantrockEssentials of Life-Span Development 3e was developed to help meet the ever-changing needs of students in the lifespan course. Knowing that students do not often read the text and have poor study skills, Essentials introduces LearnSmart, McGraw-Hill's adaptive study tool, that helps students know what they know, and more importantly what they don’t know, to become more efficient and effective learners. <P> Based on hallmark features: its expert contributors, updated research, and focus on applications, Santrock provides the most dependable and current presentation of life-span development available, and he does so in a briefer format with LearnSmart, helping to ensure that your students will read and appreciate the material while seeing the applications to their everyday life. McGraw-Hill's new Milestones video and assessment program helps bring the course material to life, so your students can witness development as it unfolds.
Essentials of Mahamudra
by Khenchen Thrangu RinpocheWhat would you see if you looked directly at your mind? The Tibetan Buddhist teachings on mahamudra are known for their ability to lead to profound realization. Peaceful and infinitely adaptable, these teachings are as useful for today's busy world as they have been for centuries. Written by the tutor to the seventeenth Karmapa, Essentials of Mahamudra is a commentary on Tashi Namgyal's famous Moonlight of Mahamudra - a text that the sixteenth Karmapa had identified as the most valuable for Westerners. Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche recognized that Western meditators don't just need to know how to maintain our meditation practice - we need to know why we should do it. Unmatched in its directness, Essentials of Mahamudra addresses both these needs, rendering one of the most advanced forms of meditation more easily adaptable to our everyday lives.
Essentials of Managing Stress
by Brian Luke SeawardWritten for the one-term or shorter course, Essentials of Managing Stress, Fifth Edition teaches practical skills and techniques to handle the daily stressors in life. <p><p>As one of the fastest growing health crises worldwide, award-winning author Brian Luke Seaward explores stress management from a holistic framework, involving all aspects of mind, body, spirit, and emotions. Using simple, down to earth concepts, the text uncovers both the theory and effective application of stress management techniques and various aspects of personal wellness. <p><p>The integrated workbook includes numerous exercises in each chapter which urge students to assess their personal stressors and overall wellness. All workbook exercises are also included on the Navigate Student Companion Site as writable PDFs.
Essentials of Managing Stress (2nd edition)
by Brian Luke SeawardThis book teaches practical skills and techniques to handle the daily stresses in life. While other texts are heavy with theory, this book offers both theory and effective application. Book emphasizes that one must look at the mind, body, and spirit as equal parts of the whole person to deal with stress effectively.
Essentials of Maternity, Newborn, and Women's Health Nursing (Fourth Edition)
by Susan RicciHelp your students prepare for effective maternity nursing practice! This updated 4th Edition of Susan Ricci’s practical text provides students with the essential information they need to care for women and their families, and also to assist them in making the right choices safely, intelligently, and with confidence. With integrated case studies and nursing procedures throughout, the text takes a nursing process approach, builds on previously mastered content, and includes much that is new, including increased coverage of the cultural and global aspects of maternity and women’s health care. <P><P>KEY FEATURES <ul> <li>Revised Unfolding Case Studies in every chapter, now paired with patient photos, give students an opportunity to apply concepts to real-life scenarios.</li> <li>Up-to-date Nursing Procedures provide clear, step-by-step explanations, along with illustrations of variations in nursing care, to help students master vital skills.</li> <li>New Bringing It All Together Case Studies begin in the end-of-chapter worksheets and unfold online, providing extended opportunities for students to connect learning to practice.</li> <li>New! Concept Mastery Alerts improve students’ understanding of potentially confusing topics as identified by Lippincott’s Adaptive Learning Powered by PrepU.</li> <li>Updated Teaching Guidelines, now with rationales, prepare students to educate families.</li> <li>Additional evidence-based research findings promote evidence-based maternity nursing practice and interventions.</li> <li>More than 700 NCLEX-Style Review Questions help students review important concepts and prepare for the NCLEX-RN.</li> </ul> <P><P>This leading content is also incorporated into Lippincott CoursePoint+, a dynamic learning solution that integrates this book’s curriculum, adaptive learning tools, virtual simulations, real-time data reporting, and the latest evidence-based practice content together into one powerful student learning solution. Lippincott CoursePoint+ improves the nursing students’ critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills to prepare them for practice. Learn more at www.NursingEducationSuccess.com/CoursePoint.
Essentials of Medical Intuition: A Visionary Path to Wellness
by Wendie ColterAimed at wellness professionals who want to use their intuition in their practice, and anyone seeking answers to their health issues from their own body and energy systems, this is the most comprehensive and nuanced guide to using Medical Intuition to promote wellbeing.Are you a wellness professional experiencing burnout, frustration, and disillusionment with the current healthcare systems? Are you a patient or client who&’s curious about seeking answers to your health issues from your own body and energy systems?This comprehensive and accessible guide, grounded in the most up-to-date scientific research and case studies, explains everything you need to know about medical intuition – a revolutionary new perspective in healthcare. The illuminating skill of medical intuition is designed to provide fast, pertinent intuitive health assessments that can be used as both a standalone practice and as a powerful support to health and wellness care of every kind. Intended to uncover the hidden sources of energetic resistance that may be blocking optimal wellbeing, medical intuition is now being increasingly discussed in integrative healthcare, its efficacy supported by innovative, growing research and case studies. In this thought-provoking new guide, discover exactly what medical intuition is – and how it can transform the lives of practitioners, patients, and clients.
Essentials of Medical Language (2nd Edition)
by David M. Allan Karen D. LockyerThis book presents new medical terminology to students in manageable quantities via short lessons and a 2-page spread format. This edition offers a completely redesigned learning experience through larger, more focused art and revised table of contents.
Essentials of Menopause Management
by Lubna Pal Raja A. SayeghRemoving the shroud of complexity that had engulfed the field of menopause research and management for more than a decade, this unique, case-based resource discusses a range of topics relevant to the reproductive health of the aging female. The opening section includes chapters covering the symptomatology, epidemiology and impact of the menopausal burden, and reviews in depth the most current evidence on the efficacy, risks and benefits of pharmacological and alternative therapies. Utilizing vibrant case material, the second section details common symptoms of menopause and an individualized approach to management, such as sleep loss, skeletal fragility, sexual dysfunction, hirsutism and alopecia, primary ovarian insufficiency and failure, and vasomotor symptoms. Chapters reviewing therapeutic options and considerations tailored to gynecologic and breast cancer patients and survivors comprise the third and final section. Developed as a multidisciplinary collaboration and addressing the needs of practicing reproductive medicine clinicians and researchers providing care to an aging female population, Essentials of Menopause Management provides clear, up-to-date information and recommendations on the range of current treatment strategies for menopause and its symptoms.
Essentials of Nutrition
by Maureen Zimmerman Beth SnowEssentials of Nutrition: A Functional Approach, by Zimmerman and Snow is a textbook aimed at non-majors for the nutrition course. With this text your students will examine some of the popular myths about nutrition and will develop a foundation for making smart dietary choices and to debunk these common nutrition myths. As students learn about the role of nutrition in optimal health, they will learn about dietary nutrients and toxicants. A sampling of topics covered include macro- and micronutrient needs; determining individual nutrient and caloric needs; digestion and absorption; nutritional needs throughout the various stages of human development; and current food issues, sustainability concerns, including food safety.
Essentials of Oral Histology and Embryology: A Clinical Approach, 6th Edition
by Daniel J. ChiegoEssentials of Oral Histology and Embryology: A Clinical Approach, 6th Edition uses a patient-centered approach to help dental professionals build a strong foundation in oral biology and basic science. It provides clear explanations of the anatomy of oral and facial tissues - and normal and abnormal orofacial development - so that you can provide effective oral health care for all patients. In addition to the stages of tooth development, it covers eruption and shedding of teeth, plus the parts of teeth - including enamel, dentin, dental pulp, and cementum. Written by Daniel J. Chiego, Jr., a noted dental educator and researcher, this book gives you the knowledge you need to succeed in the classroom and in clinical practice. Cutting-edge content provides essential knowledge of the basics of oral biology with a focus on practical clinical application. Clinical Comment, Consider the Patient, Quandaries in Science, and Case Study boxes apply scientific content to everyday dental practice and explore the boundaries of scientific research. Self-evaluation questions and practice quizzes help you prepare for classroom and national board exams. NEW! Coverage of COVID-19 includes how the virus affects the oral cavity. Updated full-color illustrations, micrographs, and histographs add to the already robust art program that supplements content by depicting various stages within the development of oral structures.
Essentials of Pathophysiology: Concepts of Altered Health States (3rd Edition)
by Glenn Matfin Carol M. PorthThe text, which is based on the eighth edition of Pathophysiology: Concepts of Altered Health, has been prepared specifically for those students who do not need the extensive breadth or detail of content provided in the larger book. To accomplish this task, content deemed to be less essential has been omitted, while essential content has been reorganized, revised, and condensed.
Essentials of Performance Analysis in Sport: Third edition
by Mike Hughes Ian M. Franks Henriette DancsThe coaching process is about enhancing performance by providing feedback about the performance to the athlete or team. Researchers have shown that human observation and memory are not reliable enough to provide accurate and objective information for high-performance athletes. Objective measuring tools are necessary to enable the feedback process. These can take the form of video analysis systems post-event, both biomechanical and computerised notation systems, or the use of in-event systems. Essentials of Performance Analysis in Sport 3rd Edition is fully revised with updated existing chapters and the addition of 12 new chapters. It is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to this core discipline of contemporary sport science. The book offers a full description of the fundamental theory of match and performance analysis, using real-world illustrative examples and data throughout. It also explores the applied contexts in which analysis can have a significant influence on performance. To this end the book has been defined by five sections. In Section 1 the background of performance analysis is explained and Section 2 discusses methodologies used in notating sport performance. Current issues of performance analysis applied research, such as chance, momentum theory, perturbations and dynamic systems are explored in Section 3. Profiling, the essential output skill in performance analysis, is examined in depth in Section 4. The book’s final section offers invaluable applied information on careers available for performance analysts. With extended coverage of contemporary issues in performance analysis and contributions from leading performance analysis researchers and practitioners, Essentials of Performance Analysis in Sport 3rd Edition is a complete textbook for any performance analysis course, as well as an invaluable reference for sport science or sport coaching students and researchers, and any coach, analyst or athlete looking to develop their professional insight.
Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Occupations (6th Edition)
by David M. Smith Ruth Woodrow Bruce J. ColbertThis basic introductory text presents information about pharmacology and the safe administration of medications.
Essentials of Public Health Biology: A Guide for the Study of Pathophysiology
by Constance U. BattleUnderstanding how and why manifestations of a disease occur and incorporating this knowledge into public health decision-making is the very essence of public health practice. As the only text of its kind, Essentials of Public Health Biology explores pathophysiology within the context of the disciplines and profession of public health. Readers will gain a clear understanding of the pathogenesis of various disease conditions and how to identify critical points at which such pathogenesis could either be prevented or interrupted. Infectious, nutritional, metabolic, genetic, and environmental risks and the impact of such risks on various organ systems are thoroughly examined. Ideal for the student with a science background, this text applies the scientific clinical foundation to the practice of public health through case studies, exercises, and points for discussion. Features:* Gives readers a clear understanding of the biological basis of disease put in the context of Public Health. * Teaches key skills in public health to prepare the student for further investigation of critical topics. * Includes a complete package of instructor and student resources including interactive flashcards and glossary available at www. jbpub. com/essentialpublichealth/battle.
Essentials of Understanding Abnormal Behavior
by David Sue Herald Wing Sue Stanley SueAn elaborate text on why people exhibit abnormal behaviours, how they express their disturbances, and how such behaviours can be prevented, diagnosed and treated.
Essstörungen: Eine Einfache Anleitung Zur Überwindung Von Binge-Eating (Heisshungeranfällen)
by Jason B. TillerMöchten Sie sich von Ernährungsproblemen befreien und ein glücklicheres, erfüllteres Leben führen? Fällt es Ihnen schwer, Ihr Gewicht auch während einer Diät zu kontrollieren? Fühlen Sie sich von dem Verlangen nach Essen gefangen? Beim Binge-Eating geht es nicht nur um den körperlichen Impuls zu essen, sondern um die emotionale und achtsame Konzentration auf das Essen. Der Wunsch nach kontinuierlichem Verzehr von Lebensmitteln hat nichts mit der Verfügbarkeit von Junk Food zu tun, sondern mit dem mentalen und emotionalen Impuls, der oft zur Erregung führt. "ESSSTÖRUNGEN: EINE EINFACHE ANLEITUNG ZUR ÜBERWINDUNG VON BINGE- EATING" ist das Ergebnis detaillierter Forschungen von Fachleuten für Essstörungen. Die harte Wissenschaft hinter der Psychologie des Binge-Eating wurde in einfache, leicht verständliche Sätze gebracht. Wenn Sie die Tipps in diesem Buch befolgen, können Sie Gewichtsschwankungen, Heißhungerattacken und zwanghaftes Essen überwinden. Es enthält den Schlüssel zu einem erfüllten Leben, einer guten Ernährung und der vollständigen Befreiung von Ernährungsproblemen. Außerdem enthält der letzte Abschnitt dieses Buches Tipps, wie man einem Freund mit einer Binge-Eating-Störung helfen kann.
Estar bien: Prácticas de bienestar para una vida en equilibrio
by Xiomara XibilleXiomara Xibille es especialista en medicina bioenergética y ayurvédica y en este libro reúne por primera vez las claves para llevar una vida equilibrada, sana y feliz. ¿Qué es la medicina ayurvédica? ¿Cuáles son las causas más comunes de toxicidad en nuestro cuerpo? ¿En qué consiste la respiración de fuego? En Estar Bien, Xiomara Xibillé expone las claves para llevar una vida equilibrada, sana y armoniosa. Al poner en práctica diferentes hábitos a partir de actividades, ejercicios y rutinas el lector descubrirá que es posible verse y sentirse bien. Este libro reúne las bases para lograr el bienestar en todo sentido: salud, relaciones, autoestima y paz interior. En este recorrido los lectores podrán descubrir los múltiples beneficios de adquirir una serie de hábitos en su diario vivir. Invito al lector no solo a leerlo sino a incorporar los ejercicios propuestos poco a poco en su rutina diaria. La vida es mucho más sencilla de lo que parece y Xiomara nos ofrece su mano para andar este camino con pleno bienestar#. Boris Chamás
Estar bien: Prácticas de bienestar para una vida en equilibrio
by Xiomara XibilleXiomara Xibille es especialista en medicina bioenergética y ayurvédica y en este libro reúne por primera vez las claves para llevar una vida equilibrada, sana y feliz. ¿Qué es la medicina ayurvédica? ¿Cuáles son las causas más comunes de toxicidad en nuestro cuerpo? ¿En qué consiste la respiración de fuego? En Estar Bien, Xiomara Xibillé expone las claves para llevar una vida equilibrada, sana y armoniosa. Al poner en práctica diferentes hábitos a partir de actividades, ejercicios y rutinas el lector descubrirá que es posible verse y sentirse bien. Este libro reúne las bases para lograr el bienestar en todo sentido: salud, relaciones, autoestima y paz interior. En este recorrido los lectores podrán descubrir los múltiples beneficios de adquirir una serie de hábitos en su diario vivir. Invito al lector no solo a leerlo sino a incorporar los ejercicios propuestos poco a poco en su rutina diaria. La vida es mucho más sencilla de lo que parece y Xiomara nos ofrece su mano para andar este camino con pleno bienestar#. Boris Chamás