Family and health Books

This monograph shows the contribution of foster families to the system of social care for a child permanently or temporarily deprived of the biological family environment.

This book offers a global, historical analysis of the changes and continuities in one of society's basic functions: seeking to protect itself from disease.

This book encompasses the development, implementation, and maintenance of socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable healthcare systems in Africa. This involves integrating technology, adopting sustainable practices, and effectively managing...

This book investigates multi-disciplinary approaches to addressing the health of disadvantaged communities through equitable community development systems (CDSs).

SOULHAUGEN. Whispers from the pile of souls, guiding humans toward a protopian world. Will each one resist or incrementally evolve from the challenges of intergenerational trauma? Could they imagine a more loving future? Will they act with the guidance...

In this six-session video Bible study, pastor and bestselling author Ben Stuart examines all of the purposes that God has established for every relational stage we go through---whether single, dating, engaged, or married.

¿Te habría gustado recibir educación financiera en el colegio? Seguramente sí, porque hoy tus deudas serían menores o inexistentes.¿Crees que tus hijos/as la aprenderán en la escuela? Lamentablemente no. Por eso, depende de ti enseñarles.¿Quieres que tus...

  THE BEHIND: PAINED MASK is a remarkable collection of poems that has been thoughtfully crafted over an impressive span of eighteen years. Life, in its myriad forms, doesn't always unfold in an uplifting manner when we are deeply affected by...

Cecily fell in love with Levi on the banks of Cherry Lake near Madison, Florida when she was still a girl. Levi was all she's ever wanted as she grew into a woman. But she cannot have him, she's not free to be with him. Standing between these star...

Shane and Shaun, identical twins, and both in love with Sarah Cartledge, Sarah knew without doubt which brother she loved, and she happily married him. But before they could start their new life together, the brothers had to leave and fight as US...

Allen Blackburn is forced by his father to marry Alicia, a woman that he doesn't know, a woman that he is certain is not meant for him. Angry and confused, Allen takes his new bride home and over time he finds himself falling in love with her, a feeling...

For people with disabilities, the system is BROKEN - but we deserve to THRIVE anyway. This book shows you how to do just that.Thriving While Disabled: Recognizing Bias reveals the structures that support and those that tear down people with disabilities...

Biohack Like a Woman, written by health coach and biohacker Aggie Lal, is a revolutionary approach to weight loss and biohacking that's made by a woman for women ...You-dieting again?! Three words that could ruin your day. Why? Because they sound more...

Are you a parent, educator, therapist, or social worker in search of a compassionate and practical tool to help children navigate the emotional complexities of grief, the death of a grandparent, or the aftermath of divorce? "Melody's Broken Heart:...

We've been trying to address the state of well-being in our schools for decades, but the system is overwhelmed. We can either continue to spend our time, energy, and resources on more of what we've been doing for the past thirty years (without the...

Weight loss sucks!Many people, health professionals included, focus on weight as the most important marker for health-but what if we've been lied to this entire time? What if focusing less on weight loss is actually the first step in getting...

The Story of one "FORGOTTEN" Veteran's Widow who fought the VA for over two decades while working full-time, raising three children and completing the VA's insurmountable and required Claims/Appeals paperwork to correct what the VA later described as...

What readers say about Anchors in My Sea ..."A well-written story woven with love, heartbreak, and triumph.""A must read for people who call the rural South home or city folks who love wide open spaces.""Proof that hope heals.""This memoir is full of...

In Focused Feng Shui, you'll discover simple, practical techniques to optimize energy flow, improve space efficiency, and design a home that supports peace, well-being, and purpose. Whether you're living in a small apartment, a family home, or starting...

Connection by Design is a deeply personal and transformative non-fiction work that explores the complexities of parent-teen relationships through the lens of lived experience, research, and heartfelt testimonies. Patricia Vega shares her journey...

Thrive Beyond Survival: The Next Chapter for Solo Special Needs ParentsPractical guidance, real-life stories, and heartfelt motivation from UK solo carersDiscover how to:Navigate EHCPs, NHS referrals, DLA, Carer's Allowance-and finally feel heardBuild a...

WHAT SECRETS lie behind the gates of a female maximum-security prison? Countless lives filled with pain and grief are secluded within the walls. Myriad voices are muffled by the indifference of society. What separates their fate from ours? Childhood,...

Weaving an anthology is like stitching a patchwork quilt, each story a precious scrap from the soul.Choosing which to include?Well, that is a delicate dance, for too much sugar, makes hearts cloy, and humour without bite leaves the soul hollow. Genre...

Raising Tiny Humans Successfully: A (Not So) Serious Guide to Parenting is a practical and engaging resource for parents seeking to enhance their parenting skills while embracing the joys of raising children. Authored by Kerre Burley, an internationally...

Exploring the emotional and medical aspects and everything the Author wish she had known when first diagnosed, the book is designed to help anybody with a primary Triple Negative Breast Cancer. The book takes the reader from diagnosis, through to...

"HUGE GUILT THAT I AM A SURVIVOR"The cancer's gone. The treatment is over. The scans are clear. So why does everything still feel so... hard?In Me, Bea, Cancer Free, Helen Bullen returns with her signature wit and truth-telling to share the brutally...

One slave master's daughter . . . One intriguing violinist . . . One chance of a lifetime . . .​In July of 1852, almost two years since the Compromise of 1850, Mildred "Millie" Crabtree is the friendly daughter of the mean-spirited, plantation owner...

This is a unique and amazing story inspired by the Little Girl Within. It is heartfelt and filled with life challenges, engaging with hurdles while gaining strength and keeping the faith. I am a foundling left with the mark of abandonment and rejection...

Nobody Move - The Journal: A Guided Companion Through the Emotional Journey of MovingMoving isn't just about boxes, trucks, and new addresses-it's about memories, milestones, and the emotional rollercoaster of leaving one chapter behind and stepping into...

Courage is not just for heroes. It's a virtue that everyone has, yet few exercise. This book will teach you how to discover the courage you never knew you had.Building upon his fifty-year career as a clinician and professor of sociology, the author shows...

A specialist in animal behavior compares the courtship rituals and mating behaviors of animals to their human equivalents, revealing the many and often surprising ways we are both similar to and different from other species.What makes an individual...

Despite great progress in prevention and treatment, heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States. An estimated one in six Americans will develop some kind of cardiac problem in their lifetime, and each year nearly three-quarters...

Tongue Fu! for Schools provides real life ways to get along with anyone, anytime, anywhere. The author articulates her message with illustrations, etc., that are based on actual situations, not imagination.

Pastor Jeremy Freeman shares the miraculous story of his son's 10 percent chance of survival after a devastating car accident, the darkness that nearly overtook their family, and the #butGod movement that captured the prayers of believers and brought...

You can manage gestational diabetes-without giving up your vegetarian lifestyle.In this honest and encouraging guide, a fellow vegetarian mama shares her personal journey with gestational diabetes, offering tips, meal strategies, and easy recipes that...

Mothers are incredible! Both the past and the present bear witness to thisThis devotional study book, 31 Mothering Models from the Bible, is for mothers who are curious to see how some women in the bible mothered their children and how they overcame...

Many foster and adoptive parents lose hope when they experience challenging and oppositional child behaviors. This book gives parents the tools and strategies to respond to these outbursts - particularly those that stem from a child's potentially...

This comprehensive volume explore the role that nutraceuticals can play in addressing obesity, shedding light on their potential as tools to promote sustainable weight management strategies as well as addressing associated health risks.

Manuel Pratique Des Maladies Des Nouveaux-nés Et Des Enfants à La Mamelle by Eugène Bouchut offers a comprehensive guide to the diseases affecting newborns and infants. Preceded by a note on the physical education of young children,...

L'éternité S'avance Et Nous N'y Pensons Pas Ou Réflexions Et Pensée Pour Mourir Saintement, by Marie-Joseph de Géramb, is a profound meditation on eternity and the importance of preparing for a holy death. Written in...

Freuden-Öl, in Traurigkeit, oder gesammelte Klag- und Trost-Lieder (Oil of Joy in Sorrow, or Collected Songs of Lament and Consolation) is a collection of German religious poems by Benjamin Schmolck, a prominent hymn writer of the 18th century. This...

La Longévité Humaine Par La Médecine Dosimétrique explores the principles and applications of dosimetric medicine, presenting it as a method accessible to everyone. Authored by Adolphe Burggraeve, this historical work delves...

"Love and Transition, a Plea for the Practicalization of Known Truth and Righteousness" by Mary Ella Tillotson, published in 1878, offers a compelling look into 19th-century social and familial ethics. This work serves as a guide for navigating life's...

"How to Live on 3 Meals a Day" by Rasmus Larssen Alsaker offers guidance on healthy eating habits and nutrition. Published in 1917, this book reflects early 20th-century perspectives on diet and well-being, emphasizing the importance of a balanced...

This is the address delivered by Rev. Joseph P. Thompson, D.D., on December 12th, 1870, commemorating the life and character of Mrs. Sarah Abbott Bridgman. Bridgman was a notable figure, likely a missionary or otherwise deeply involved in religious work...