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An unborn baby with a fatal heart defect . . . a skier submerged for an hour in a frozen Norwegian lake . . . a comatose brain surgery patient whom doctors have declared a "vegetable." Twenty years ago all of them would have been given up for dead, with no realistic hope for survival. But today...

The understanding of ADHD has been evolving: Once seen as a problem of "bad kids with bad parents," today people of all ages and from all walks of life are diagnosed with ADHD. With effective treatment, people with ADHD can have amazing career trajectories and make highly original and valuable contributions to society. But what does it mean to have ADHD? The recognition of ADHD has been increasing steadily, and the American Academy of Neurology is proud to shed light on this topic and bring greater understanding to all involved.

What if your greatest challenge was actually your greatest strength? In How to Live with Dyslexia, Claire Provost, paramedic, nurse and proud dyslexic, takes you on a personal and practical journey through the ups and downs of living with dyslexia. Diagnosed at age eight, Claire knows firsthand what it means to struggle with reading, writing, and self-doubt… and what it takes to rise above. This audiobook isn’t just about coping, it’s about thriving.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, unpredictable autoimmune disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It poses unique challenges for people with MS and their care partners because the symptoms (many of which are invisible to others) are so variable from day to day and month to month. Multiple Sclerosis For Dummies helps you and your loved ones understand the importance of early treatment and become familiar with all of the latest treatment options and therapies.

In Parkinson's & Recreation 2, Dennis shares ways in which he and his wife are traversing the progression of PD and is first and foremost a written legacy he is attempting to leave for his family. As a part of this attempt, Dennis has gone on a journey of uncovering his family roots. What would you feel if you discovered Viking kings in your lineage? What would you feel if you uncovered the mystery of how the Jernigan line was woven throughout the fabric of English nobility? What would such revelations mean for you and your family?

Para cada cem crianças que nascem hoje em dia, uma pode ser autista, e uma em cada cinquenta e nove crianças está dentro do transtorno do espectro autista, segundo institutos de pesquisas atuais. O que se passa no cérebro dessas crianças? Por que são tão diferentes? Por que umas não...

We all want confidence, love, inner peace, success, health … yet sometimes they just feel so elusive! It can feel like there’s something holding you back from what you really want but you just can’t put your finger on it. It seems that no matter what you try, you always end up right back where you started. You’re stuck in negative patterns that are frankly exhausting and leave you feeling anxious, insecure, and full of self-doubt and shame. You’re tired of living this way but the good news is, you don’t have to.

Insomnia is a common sleep disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting restful sleep. Insomnia can significantly impact a person's overall health and well-being, leading to fatigue, irritability, and difficulty concentrating. This comprehensive guide will explore the causes, the different types of insomnia, and the various treatments available to help manage and overcome this disruptive condition.

Autismus ist in aller Munde. Allein in Deutschland leben ca. 800.000 autistische Menschen. Dennoch mangelt es an Unterstützung, Hilfsmitteln, adäquaten Lebens-, Wohn- und Arbeitsbedingungen. Vor allem aber fehlt die Akzeptanz für das Anderssein. Dieses Buch ist sowohl für Eltern und Angehörige autistischer Menschen als auch für heilpädagogische und pädagogische Fachkräfte, Therapeut: innen, Schulbegleiter: innen, Betreuer: innen und alle Menschen interessant und hilfreich, die autistischen Menschen in ihrem Lebens- und Arbeitsalltag unterstützend zur Seite stehen wollen.

The purpose of this book is to demystify headache surgery and explain why it works so effectively. I want you to understand what is causing your pain and how and why this procedure works. By understanding this procedure, you can make an empowered and informed decision about whether it might be the right path for you. While peripheral nerve decompression surgery may not be suitable for everyone, it has brought substantial relief to countless people suffering from migraines, tension headaches, occipital neuralgia, and more.

An extraordinary journey into the mind, around the world, and back to happiness. 49, divorced, with two grown-up children, Ann Amann believes her days of...

Uma jovem jornalista com uma carreira promissora em Nova York se vê aprisionada em sua própria insanidade com uma doença que nenhum médico consegue diagnosticar. A rotina no jornal onde ela trabalha é substituída por inexplicáveis alucinações, surtos e ataques de paranoia – os mesmos...

El nervio vago y la teoría polivagal te invitan a un esclarecedor viaje por la intrincada red de nuestra neurofisiología, descubriendo el extraordinario poder del nervio vago y el potencial transformador de la teoría polivagal. Descubre un tesoro de conocimientos prácticos, técnicas de empoderamiento y explicaciones sencillas que cualquiera puede apreciar. Explora los pasos prácticos para dominar el potencial curativo innato del nervio vago y activar la Teoría Polivagal en tu propia vida para que por fin puedas vivir la vida tranquila y mentalmente estable que te mereces.

In January 2016, life took an unexpected turn for Marilyn Miller Lowry when a stroke abruptly had her asking those questions—and more. In the years since, Lowry examined her life and made dramatic changes that opened up more possibilities than she ever imagined. Grateful to be able to author A Stroke of Magic, Lowry uses her background as a counselor to share candid observations of the trauma that comes with unexpected physical disability.

Are you struggling to understand why your neurodivergent loved one thinks and acts the way they do? Does ignorance in autism leave you feeling frustrated, isolated, and unsure of how to bridge the communication gap? In a world where autism is often misunderstood, not knowing how to approach a loved one who is unaware of their condition can leave you doubting whether you can provide them with the life that they deserve.

In de fascinerende wereld van de menselijke geest nemen we je mee op een reis door de complexe lagen van intelligentie, waar we trachten de mysteriën te ontrafelen die ons denken, leren en onthouden beïnvloeden. Wat maakt iemand intelligent? Hoe meten we het? En wat onthult het over de manier waarop we leren en herinneren? Deze vragen vormen de kern van ons onderzoek, waarbij we diep in de nuances van leervermogen, IQ en het menselijk geheugen duiken.

This book reveals: #1: How the ultra affluent and elite athletes take advantage of the single most effective anti-aging discovery yet known to mankind–Stem Cells and Exosomes. #2: But this book isn't just about health; it's about rejuvenating the mind and regenerating youthful health with a sprinkle of magic.

Dit boek neemt je mee op een ontdekkingsreis door het intrigerende landschap van het Aspergersyndroom, een stoornis die niet alleen uniek is in zijn kenmerken, maar ook een rijkdom aan talenten en mogelijkheden herbergt. In dit boek verkennen we niet alleen de wetenschap achter Aspergers, maar richten we ons ook op het begrip, de acceptatie, en de praktische benaderingen die kunnen bijdragen aan een vervullend leven voor mensen met het syndroom.

Autisme, een complex spectrum van neurologische variaties, heeft de mensheid eeuwenlang gefascineerd en uitgedaagd. In de afgelopen decennia is het bewustzijn rond autisme exponentieel gegroeid, maar toch blijft het een mysterieus en soms miskend aspect van het menselijk bestaan.

La paura è un argomento molto serio e soprattutto la paura della malattia è un vero e proprio calvario per molti di coloro che ne sono affetti. La paura, però, è anche un sentimento che ogni essere umano porta dentro di sé, che è vitale o essenziale per la sopravvivenza e che è più o meno forte in ogni persona a seconda della sua personalità. La paura guida, ispira, mobilita le proprie forze, porta al successo, ma può anche far ammalare, tanto da rendere la vita un inferno.