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Interference
by Lorna Schultz NicholsonJosh has finally made it to an elite hockey team and is determined to play as well as his older brother, Matt. But Josh is so tired and sluggish at practice -- and so thirsty and hungry all the time -- he worries he'll be cut from the team. Little does everyone know, Josh's undiagnosed Type 1 diabetes is working against him -- and getting more serious by the day. Interference is a compelling novel about a determined young athlete struggling with many new challenges.
The Interior Silence: My Encounters with Calm, Joy, and Compassion at 10 Monasteries Around the World
by Sarah SandsA journey around the world to find tranquility, quiet the mind, and understand the power of silence.Suffering from information overload and unable to sleep, acclaimed journalist Sarah Sands tried countless strategies to de-stress, only to find temporary relief. Searching for something different, something lasting, Sands went on a quest to uncover ancient and proven wisdom for a happier, quieter, and more compassionate life. In this insightful and beautifully written book, Sands takes us along on her pilgrimage to ten monasteries around the world.In the remoteness of these sacred spaces, Sands observes a hidden knowledge held by monks and nuns—what she calls "the interior silence." Renouncing the material world, their inner concentration buoys them in an extraordinary weightlessness and freedom, an oasis of reflection. Behind the cloistered walls, Sands too finds a clarity of mind and an unexpected capacity for solitude.From a Coptic desert community in Egypt to a retreat in the Japanese mountains, discover another way of being—moving from appetite, envy, and anxiety to compassion and appreciation. The ultimate remedy for a digital age in which everyone is talking, and no one is listening, this book reminds us of the importance of silence and the power of stillness.BEYOND MINDFULNESS: The trendiness and explosion of books on meditation and mindfulness does not always solve our modern-day stressors or our fight-or-flight existence. The Interior Silence goes beyond new-age mindfulness to offer traditional wisdom from monks for quieting the mind and embracing simplicity.DISCOVER ANCIENT WISDOM: For spiritual readers and wisdom seekers, The Interior Silence takes you directly to the root of these ancient practices, learning from monastic life around the world.FOR ARMCHAIR TRAVELERS: For readers who enjoyed The Geography of Bliss, anyone who enjoys learning about new places and cultures, or for those craving a trip, this book will take you to the countryside's, deserts, and mountains of Japan, France, Egypt, Greece, and more.Digital audio edition introduction read by the author.
The Interior Silence: 10 Lessons from Monastic Life
by Sarah Sands"Inspirational" - The Daily Mail"Sarah Sands has written about stillness with an eloquence that fizzes with vitality and wit. This wonderful book charts a journey to some of the most beautiful and tranquil places on earth, and introduces us to people whose inner peace is a balm for our troubled times. I loved every page of it." - Nicholas HytnerSuffering from information overload, unable to sleep, Sarah Sands, former editor of the BBC's Today programme, has tried many different strategies to de-stress... only to reject them because, as she says, all too often they threaten to become an exercise in self-absorption.Inspired by the ruins of an ancient Cistercian abbey at the bottom of her Norfolk garden, she begins to research the lives of the monks who once resided there, and realises how much we may have to learn from monasticism.Renouncing the world, monks and nuns have acquired a hidden knowledge of how to live: they labour, they learn and they acquire 'the interior silence'. This book is a quest for that hidden knowledge - a pilgrimage to ten monasteries round the world.From a Coptic desert community in Egypt to a retreat in the Japanese mountains, we follow Sands as she identifies the common characteristics of monastic life and the wisdoms to be learned from them; and as she discovers, behind the cloistered walls, a clarity of mind and an unexpected capacity for solitude which enable her, after years of insomnia, to experience that elusive, dreamless sleep.
Intermittent Fasting Basics: Your Guide to the Essentials of Intermittent Fasting--and How It Can Work for You! (Basics)
by Lindsay BoyersQuick and easy tips to simplify intermittent fasting to fit better into your daily life!Intermittent fasting has been taking the world by storm with its unique approach to health and weight loss. But with so many rules and restrictions, how do you know where to begin—and how to fast safely? Now, with Intermittent Fasting Basics, you don’t have to read a huge tome about what intermittent fasting is, how it works, and what you need to do to follow it. Your time is precious. Intermittent Fasting Basics provides you with find easy-to-understand explanations and tips, tricks, and advice for quickly adapting intermittent fasting to your needs. Are you just not ready to go without food for a whole day? That’s OK! Intermittent fasting is a more flexible diet than most and has many options that will work for you—no matter your needs! Learn how easy it is to introduce intermittent fasting into your life—and see major results—with Intermittent Fasting Basics!
Intermittent Fasting Basics for Women: The Complete Guide to Safe and Effective Weight Loss with Intermittent Fasting (Healthy Diet Basics Ser.)
by Lindsay BoyersSimplify intermittent fasting to create lasting weight loss and health benefits with this practical, easy-to-follow guide to fasting for women. Intermittent fasting is taking the world by storm with its health and weight loss benefits. But questions about whether delaying when you eat is safe has made some question its efficiency. But when done correctly, intermittent fasting can be an excellent, easy tool for women to lose weight and boost their metabolism in no time.Intermittent Fasting for Women includes information on the benefits of fasting, crescendo fasting, how to enhance your fast with the right foods, how to tell if fasting works for you, and how to get your body ready to reap the rewards from this simpler lifestyle. With over 25 sample meal plans with vegan, vegetarian, and keto options, you will always have the tips and tricks you need for success. Make the most of your fast and start living the healthier life you&’ve always wanted today.
Intermittent Fasting Diet Guide and Cookbook: A Complete Guide to 16:8, OMAD, 5:2, Alternate-day, and More
by Becky GillaspyDo less and benefit more with the all-encompassing Intermittent Fasting Diet Guide, and start your journey to a happy and healthier lifestyle. Introducing the Intermittent Fasting Diet Guide brought to you by Dr. Becky Gillaspy, who assures that intermittent fasting is the solution to dropping pounds and boosting your overall health, and it won't leave you feeling hungry!Heard of the phrase, but don&’t know where to start? Don&’t worry, we&’ve got you covered!Intermittent fasting works by restricting the window of time in which you eat food, for example only eating two meals per day within an 8-hour time period. It is a key therapeutic tool for a variety of hormone- and health-related concerns, and in turns aids weight loss. So what are you waiting for? Dive straight in to discover: - The fasting strategies available to you and learn how to select the best one to suit your individual needs and goals- Learn about the best foods to eat for weight loss and decide which diet is best for you- Select a meal plan that&’s already fine-tuned your suggested macronutrient intake- Enjoy over 50 delicious recipes that are rich in flavor and high in nutrients. This wonderful wellness book is accessible, easy-to-read, and is structured into two parts. Part 1 will help to uncover the science of fasting and identify your goals by selecting one of various fasting programs. Choose from several eating patterns: the 16/8 method; the Warrior Diet; the 5:2 diet; intuitive fasting and alternate-day fasts. Learn the answers to any burning questions you may have, such as &‘Can I drink water and coffee while fasting?&’ and &‘Is it okay to exercise while intermittent fasting?&’In Part 2, discover a plethora of meal plans and low-carb recipes that will aid your fasting diet. Meal plans are developed so that food leaves you satisfied for hours or even days. With lower carb, higher fat, and moderate protein, recipes offer you the key nutrition you need to make your fasts productive and sustainable.Dr. Becky Gillaspy is your fasting coach and will be with you every step of the way! With thorough up-to-date research and action-ready plans, you will be well on your way to achieving a more healthy, adaptable body with this easy-to-navigate nutrition book.
Intermittent Fasting For Dummies
by Janet Bond BrillYou CAN do this! Intermittent fasting made easy. So, you want to begin an intermittent fasting plan and embark on a leaner, healthier and longer life? You probably have already heard about this wildly popular health and fitness diet plan. Intermittent fasting continues to be one of the top google trending diet searches of the year. If you are ready to get on the intermittent fasting bandwagon, then here is the perfect detailed guide to following an intermittent fasting plan of your choice. There are several variations of intermittent fasting, each one is outlined in a step-by-step plan for you to follow. Remember, you choose the style that works best for your lifestyle. The science is in—intermittent fasting has extraordinary health benefits. Intermittent fasting is the key that unlocks everything from sustainable weight and fat loss (especially that stubborn belly fat) to increased mental clarity and a serious boost in energy. Simply by consuming all of your food within a designated time period, you can ramp up your metabolism, reduce the risk of disease, and supercharge your workout or diet programs. No tedious calorie counting, weighing, measuring, or denying yourself your favorite foods. Too good to be true? No, but the trick—as with everything—is doing it in a safe and effective way and Intermittent Fasting For Dummies makes that easy, providing five of the most popular methods and 50+ recipes that will suit any lifestyle or diet. Nutrition and fitness expert—and internationally recognized specialist in disease prevention—Janet Bond Brill shows you how to choose the method that suits you best, as well as guiding you through the science behind intermittent fasting, including how it ignites your fat-burning potential, promotes cellular repair, increases the production of growth hormones, and reduces insulin and blood sugar levels. Choose the right plan and stick to it Make more than 40 health and delicious calorie-controlled meals Maintain your weight loss Improve overall health and prevent disease Wherever you are in your health journey—seeking weight loss or maintaining to promote disease prevention or build muscle—Intermittent Fasting For Dummies shows you how to make the science of "too good to be true" into a truly effective part of your regular, healthy routine.
Intermittent Fasting for Women: Guidance and Meals Plans to Reset Your Metabolism and Lose Weight
by Loris RussellWeight loss and a fresh metabolic start—a woman's intermittent fasting guide Fasting intermittently (taking scheduled breaks from eating) is a time-honored method of promoting balance in your body. This science-backed fasting guide is tailored to a woman's physiology, giving you a healthy alternative to stressful and ineffectual diet practices. Far from depriving yourself, you'll alternate periods of fasting and periods of nutritious eating to reset your metabolism—helping you lose weight, regulate your hormones, and slow down aging. Learn about common fasting types and find out how the process affects the female body. Simple meal schedules created by an experienced registered dietitian get you started safely and effectively. Straightforward guidelines make it easy to establish a stable routine. Some of the helpful features you'll find inside: Ways to fast—Explore the different styles of fasting—intermittent, alternate day, and extended—and get help choosing the best method for your body. Dependable plans—Set yourself up for success with schedules for different fasting patterns, including meal suggestions and at-a-glance calendars. Refreshment included—Ease through long fasting periods with nourishing drink recipes for rich bone broth, fresh blended juice, boosted coffee brews, and more. Support your well-being and your weight loss journey with Intermittent Fasting for Women!
The Intermittent Fasting Revolution: The Science of Optimizing Health and Enhancing Performance
by Mark P. MattsonHow intermittent fasting can enhance resilience, improve mental and physical performance, and protect against aging and disease.Most of us eat three meals a day with a smattering of snacks because we think that&’s the normal, healthy way to eat. This book shows why that&’s not the case. The human body and brain evolved to function well in environments where food could be obtained only intermittently. When we look at the eating patterns of our distant ancestors, we can see that an intermittent fasting eating pattern is normal—and eating three meals a day is not. In The Intermittent Fasting Revolution, prominent neuroscientist Mark Mattson shows that intermittent fasting is not only normal but also good for us; it can enhance our ability to cope with stress by making cells more resilient. It also improves mental and physical performance and protects against aging and disease. Intermittent fasting is not the latest fad diet; it doesn&’t dictate food choice or quantity. It doesn&’t make money for the pharmaceutical, processed food, or health care industries. Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern that includes frequent periods of time with little or negligible amounts of food. It is often accompanied by weight loss, but, Mattson says, studies show that its remarkable beneficial effects cannot be accounted for by weight loss alone.Mattson—whose pioneering research uncovered the ways that the brain responds to fasting and exercise—explains how thriving while fasting became an evolutionary adaptation. He describes the specific ways that intermittent fasting slows aging; reduces the risk of diseases, including obesity, Alzheimer&’s, and diabetes; and improves both brain and body performance. He also offers practical advice on adopting an intermittent fasting eating pattern as well as information for parents and physicians.
Intermittent Fasting Transformation: The 45-Day Program for Women to Lose Stubborn Weight, Improve Hormonal Health, and Slow Aging
by Cynthia ThurlowDiscover the customized nutrition plan that will help you be lean, fit, more youthful, sexier, and full of energy—at every stage of life.Designed specifically for women, this individualized six-week intermittent fasting program is the sustainable solution to help you feel and look your absolute best. Based on the scientifically proven 16:8 fasting model, what makes this program unique is that it is geared toward your hormonal needs at every stage in life–whether you are cycling or in perimenopause, menopause, or beyond. Intermittent Fasting Transformation will help you: • lose weight steadily and burn fat without hunger, cravings, or plateaus–and keep it off • balance your hormones for better metabolic health and wellness, while easing symptoms associated with perimenopause and menopause • experience a huge boost in physical and mental energy all day long • learn what foods best support weight loss, detoxification, and overall health • lift brain fog and help you sleep better • put aging in reverse . . . and so much more. Cynthia Thurlow, a nurse practitioner and an internationally known women&’s health expert whose viral TEDx Talk has received more than 10 million views, developed this breakthrough plan after entering perimenopause in her forties. Intermittent fasting didn&’t just help her lose weight; she had more energy, fewer cravings, and lower blood glucose levels. Thurlow has now worked with thousands of women in her private practice to make her unique program of intermittent fasting work for them, too. With meal plans and 50 recipes, along with advice for supercharging your fast, this plan will transform your life, slow down the aging process, and help you reclaim your health and well-being.
Internal Cleansing: Rid your Body of Toxins
by Linda BerryCleanse Your Body of Pollutants and Other Impurities. Why not feel gloriously better? Every day our bodies are bombarded with pollutants from food, air, and stress. This buildup of toxins is bad for you and ultimately leads to fatigue, depression, and a host of other chronic health problems.In this book are ways to help you give your body a fresh start and achieve vibrant good health. You will learn how to: ·Recognize and avoid toxins in air, food, and water ·Use herbs, fiber, and therapeutic food powders for cleansing ·Enjoy tasty recipes and follow a healthful diet to complement cleansing ·Improve your digestion, your outlook on life, and your overall health. "A wonderful, integrated approach towards cleansing. All individuals who are trying to make their way in a congested, polluted, toxic world will greatly benefit." --Jeffrey S. Bland, Ph.D., author of The 20-Day Rejuvenation Diet Program. "Menopause and perimenopause are times of great transition. Dr. Berry's book will help women make that time easier and more enjoyable." --Mary Ann Mayo, coauthor of The Menopause Manager. "A comprehensive and readable guide that should become a valuable companion for all who are intent upon improving their lives and living well." --Efrem Korngold, L.Ac., O.M.D., coauthor of Between Heaven and Earth. "Conventional medicine has really missed the boat--cleansing helps you think and feel better." --Candace Pert, Ph.D., professor at the Georgetown University School of Medicine and author of Molecules of Emotion.
Internal Family Systems Skills Training Manual: Trauma-Informed Treatment for Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, and Substance Abuse
by Frank G. Anderson Martha Sweezy Richard C. SchwartzInternal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) provides a revolutionary treatment plan for PTSD, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, eating disorders and more. <p><p> Using a non-pathologizing, accelerated approach -- rooted in neuroscience -- IFS applies inner resources and self-compassion for healing emotional wounding at its core. This new manual offers straight-forward explanations and illustrates a wide variety of applications. Easy to read and highly practical. <p> - Step-by-step techniques<p> - Annotated case examples<p> - Unique meditations<p> - Downloadable exercises, worksheets<p> <p><p> IFS Is Evidence-Based<p> <p> Thirty years ago, IFS creator Richard Schwartz, PhD, listened to his clients describing the behaviors and fears of their most extreme parts. He found that the inner world of all his clients was characterized by parts who have a positive intent for the client but had taken on extreme roles in an effort to be safe. He also discovered that these extreme parts would become less disruptive and more cooperative once their concerns were addressed and they felt safer. <p><p> IFS views psychic multiplicity as the norm: we all have parts. In addition, every part has a good intention for the client, and every part has value. When clients listen to all their parts, they can heal their wounded parts. <p><p> Today, IFS, which has established a legacy of efficiency and effectiveness in treating many mental health issues, is being heralded by Dr. Bessel van der Kolk as a treatment that all clinicians should know.
Internal Family Systems Therapy with Children
by Lisa SpiegelInternal Family Systems Therapy with Children details the application of IFS in child psychotherapy. The weaving together of theory, step-by-step instruction, and case material gives child therapists a clear roadmap for understanding and utilizing the healing power of this modality. In addition, any IFS therapist will deepen their understanding of the theory and practice of Internal Family Systems by reading how it is practiced with children. This book also covers the use of IFS in parent guidance, an important aspect of any therapeutic work with families or adult individuals with children. The poignant and humorous vignettes of children’s therapy along with their IFS artwork make it an enjoyable and informative read.
The Internal Senses in the Aristotelian Tradition (Studies in the History of Philosophy of Mind #22)
by Jakob Leth Fink Seyed N. MousavianThis volume is a collection of essays on a special theme in Aristotelian philosophy of mind: the internal senses. The first part of the volume is devoted to the central question of whether or not any internal senses exist in Aristotle’s philosophy of mind and, if so, how many and how they are individuated. The provocative claim of chapter one is that Aristotle recognizes no such internal sense. His medieval Latin interpreters, on the other hand, very much thought that Aristotle did introduce a number of internal senses as shown in the second chapter. The second part of the volume contains a number of case studies demonstrating the philosophical background of some of the most influential topics covered by the internal senses in the Aristotelian tradition and in contemporary philosophy of mind. The focus of the case studies is on memory, imagination and estimation. Chapters introduce the underlying mechanisms of memory and recollection taking its cue from Aristotle but reaching into early modern philosophy as well as studying composite imagination in Avicenna’s philosophy of mind. Further topics include the Latin reception of Avicenna’s estimative faculty and the development of the internal senses as well as offering an account of the logic of objects of imagination.
Internal Time: Chronotypes, Social Jet Lag, and Why You're So Tired
by Till RoennebergEarly birds and night owls are born, not made. Sleep patterns may be the most obvious manifestation of the highly individualized biological clocks we inherit, but these clocks also regulate bodily functions from digestion to hormone levels to cognition. Living at odds with our internal timepieces, Till Roenneberg shows, can make us chronically sleep deprived and more likely to smoke, gain weight, feel depressed, fall ill, and fail geometry. By understanding and respecting our internal time, we can live better. Internal Time combines storytelling with accessible science tutorials to explain how our internal clocks work-for example, why morning classes are so unpopular and why "lazy" adolescents are wise to avoid them. We learn why the constant twilight of our largely indoor lives makes us dependent on alarm clocks and tired, and why social demands and work schedules lead to a social jetlag that compromises our daily functioning. Many of the factors that make us early or late "chronotypes" are beyond our control, but that doesn't make us powerless. Roenneberg recommends that the best way to sync our internal time with our external environment and feel better is to get more sunlight. Such simple steps as cycling to work and eating breakfast outside may be the tickets to a good night's sleep, better overall health, and less grouchiness in the morning.
International Classification of Diseases Tenth Revision Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS): An Applied Approach
by Lynn Kuehn Therese M. JorwicThis comprehensive text, which uses the 2017 code set, is devoted to learning and mastering the process of building codes in ICD-10-PCS. All current coding professionals and students in academic programs must become and remain proficient in using this system for inpatient procedures.
International Classification of Diseases Tenth Revision Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS): An Applied Approach 2021
by Lynn Kuehn Therese K. JorwicThis comprehensive text is devoted to learning and mastering the process of building codes in ICD-10-PCS. All current coding professionals and students in academic programs must become and remain proficient in using this system for inpatient procedures.
International Development Of Health Psychology
by John Weinman Mary A. JansenFirst Published in 1991. With any new area of research, particularly one in which development has been so rapid and influential, it is important to take stock of progress and identify critical issues. Health Psychology shows great potential both as a research area and a profession, and the careful planning of good quality research and of appropriately structured training programs if imperative if this potential is to be realised. this book explores the way in which this discipline has developed internationally and the nature of different types of training programs which have emerged. This book is intended for health psychologists who are interested in the latest developments in their field around the world and will be particularly valuable to those responsible for training programs.
International Handbook of Adolescent Pregnancy
by Andrew L. Cherry Mary E. DillonThe rates are on the decline worldwide. But adolescent pregnancies still occur, placing millions of girls each year at risk for medical complications and social isolation and their babies for severe health problems-especially when prenatal care is inadequate or nonexistent. But as the opportunity for young women and girls increases around the world, adolescent pregnancy will continue to decline. Featuring reports from countries across the developed and developing worlds, the International Handbook of Adolescent Pregnancy analyzes the scope of the problem and the diversity of social and professional responses. Its biological/ecological perspective identifies factors influencing childhood pregnancy, as well as outcomes, challenges and needs of very young mothers as they differ across nations and regions. Salient comparisons are made as cultural contexts and community support vary widely and attention is paid to issues such as child marriage, LGBT concerns and the impact of religion and politics on health care, particularly access to contraception, abortion and other services. This global coverage heightens the understanding of readers involved in care, education and prevention programs and otherwise concerned with the psychosocial development, reproductive health and general well-being of girls. Included in the Handbook: Biological influences of adolescent pregnancy. Adolescent maternal health and childbearing. Adolescent pregnancy and mental health. International perspectives on adolescent fathers. Adolescent pregnancy as a feminist issue. Adolescent pregnancy as a social problem. Plus viewpoints from more than thirty countries. As a unique source of up-to-date findings and clear-headed analysis, the International Handbook of Adolescent Pregnancy is a go-to reference for practitioners and researchers in maternal and child health, pediatrics, adolescent medicine and global health.
The International Handbook of Art Therapy in Palliative and Bereavement Care (Routledge International Handbooks)
by Michèle J.M. Wood Becky Jacobson Hannah CridfordThe International Handbook of Art Therapy in Palliative and Bereavement Care offers a multicultural and international perspective on how art therapy can be of help to individuals, groups, families, communities, and nations facing death and dying as well as grief and loss. Over 50 art therapists from around the world write about the transforming power of art therapy in the lives of those facing terminal illness, dementia, loss, and grief. They offer practical descriptions and techniques for working with adults and children to guide professionals, including those new to using art therapy and creative approaches in end-of-life care services. This international handbook is essential reading for arts therapists, social workers, medical personnel, faith leaders, and psychologists interested in a collaborative and accessible approach to working with patients and families affected by loss.
International Handbook of Positive Aging
by Jennifer Stock Rachael E. DockingAs our global demographic shifts towards an increasingly aging population, we have an opportunity to transform how we experience and think about getting older and embrace the diversity and contribution that this population can bring to society. The International Handbook of Positive Aging showcases the latest research and theory into aging, examining the various challenges faced by older adults and the ways in which we can bring a much-needed positive focus towards dealing with these. The handbook brings together disparate research from medical, academic, economic and social community fields, with contributions from NHS partners, service users, universities across the United Kingdom and collaborations with international research leaders in the field of aging. Divided into sections, the first part of the book focuses on introducing the concept of positive aging before going on to cover the body over the life course, well-being and care delivery. All contributors recognise the fact that we are living longer, which is providing us with a tremendous opportunity to enjoy and flourish in healthy and fulfilling later lives, and this focus on the importance of patient empowerment is integral to the book. This is a valuable reference source for those working in developmental psychology, clinical psychology, mental health, health sciences, medicine, neuropsychological rehabilitation, sociology, anthropology, social policy and social work. It will help encourage researchers, professionals and policymakers to make the most of opportunities and innovations to promote a person’s sense of independence, dignity, well-being, good health and participation in society as they get older.
International Handbook on Adolescent Health and Development
by Andrew L. Cherry Valentina Baltag Mary E. DillonThis comprehensive reference uses an ecological perspective to sort out the complex mix of biological, psychological, social, and other factors influencing adolescent health as well as shaping professional responses to widespread problems. Describing critical concerns at the global level and innovative strategies from selected countries, the book urges readers to develop and support practices and policies to enhance optimal youth development. Expert coverage centers on key areas: the global state of adolescent health and development, adolescent health issues and public health answers, making health systems more responsive to youth, and improving school-based health services. And bedrock themes such as social determinants of health, young people's right to health care, and health and gender disparities are discussed throughout these chapters. Included among the topics: · The epidemiology of adolescent health · Adolescent sexual health and sexuality education · Restorative justice and the mental wellbeing of adolescents · Critical issues in adolescent nutrition: needs and recommendations · Towards an adolescent competent workforce · Pairing children with health services: the changing role of school health services in the 21st centuryThe International Handbook on Adolescent Health and Development is essential to high schools/secondary schools and college libraries; teaching faculty; graduate and postgraduate students in public health, medicine, social work, and other behavioral sciences and health disciplines (e. g. , nursing, allied heath); as well as practitioners interested in better orienting their services to the health needs of adolescents.
International Health Care Reform: A Legal, Economic and Political Analysis
by Colleen FloodThis book analyses the wave of competition-oriented reform by comparing "internal market reform" (proposed in publicly-funded health care systems) with "managed competition reform" (proposed in systems with a mixture of public/private financing) and the role of "managed care" in each of these reform theories. International Health Care Reform clearl
International Human Rights Law and Destitution: An Economic, Social and Cultural Rights Perspective (Routledge Research in Human Rights Law)
by Luke D. GrahamThis book explores destitution from the perspective of International Human Rights Law and, more specifically, Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. The experience of destitution correlates to the non-realisation of a range of economic, social and cultural rights. However, destitution has not been defined from this perspective. Consequently, the nexus between destitution and the denial of economic, social and cultural rights remains unrecognised within academia and policy and practice. This book expressly addresses this issue and in so doing renders the nexus between destitution and the non-realisation of these rights visible. The book proposes a new human-rights-based definition of destitution, composed of two parts. The rights which must be realised– the component rights – and the level of realisation of these rights which must be met – the destitution threshold – to avoid destitution. This human rights-based understanding of destitution is then applied to a UK case study to highlight the relationship between government policy and destitution, to illustrate how destitution manifests itself, and to make recommendations – founded upon engendering the realisation of economic, social and cultural rights – aimed towards addressing destitution. This book will have global and cross-sectoral appeal to anti-poverty advocates, policy makers, as well as to researchers, academics and students in the fields of human rights law, poverty studies, and social policy.
International Human Rights Law and the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control: Lessons from Africa and Beyond (Routledge Research in Health Law)
by Ebenezer Durojaye Lucyline Nkatha MurungiThis book reviews the challenges and opportunities in the implementation of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) at the regional and national levels in Africa. It contains an analysis of the relevant norms and monitoring mechanisms at the regional level, and case studies from selected African and other developing countries. The WHO has noted that tobacco use or exposure to tobacco is a major health risk factor for non-communicable diseases (NCDs). This volume highlights the importance of taking measures to control tobacco use in Africa with a view to preventing these risks. With contributions from experts from the Global South, the book provides a critical analysis of the role that human rights can play in mitigating the impact of tobacco use and NCDs, and the implementation of the FCTC. The book contains a systematic and in-depth analysis of how efforts to realise the right to health under international and regional law can help to address the incidence of tobacco use in the developing world. The collection will be an important resource for academics, researchers and policymakers working in the areas of public health law and international human rights.