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The anxiety book: developing strength in the face of fear
Par Jonathan R. T Davidson. 2003
Physician describes various anxiety disorders and available remedies--including drugs, herbs, serenity exercises, and therapy. Explains how it is possible to…
become an emotionally stronger person after treatment for such problems as phobias, post-traumatic distress, panic attacks, and obsessive compulsive behavior. 2003New fix-it-yourself manual
Par Reader's Digest Association. 1996
A Reader's Digest guide for repairing items around the house and in the yard. Discusses inside and outside tools for…
troubleshooting problems with furniture, plumbing, large and small appliances, home electronics, and sports and recreation equipment. 1996Pregnant! what can I do?: a guide for teenagers
Par Tania Heller. 2002
Physician provides guidance for teenage women who become pregnant unintentionally. Offers suggestions for getting help, making the right decisions, and…
building a better future. Discusses pros and cons of parenthood, abortion, and adoption, and presents interviews with teens who chose each option. For senior high and older readers. 2002The primal teen: what the new discoveries about the teenage brain tell us about our kids
Par Barbara Strauch. 2003
Science editor from the New York Times collates scientific brain research to illustrate that more than hormones regulate teenage behavior.…
Asserts that parental understanding can assist youth to pass more smoothly through adolescence. Explains why some teens sleep until noon and have mood swings. 2003Jerry Baker's fast, easy vegetable garden
Par Jerry Baker. 1985
Master gardener's step-by-step guide to planting, growing, and harvesting produce. Addresses seasonal schedules, soil and insects, common problems, and frequently…
asked questions. Includes chapters on herbs, tomatoes, and organic gardening along with helpful information specific to each state. 1985Four seasons in five senses: things worth savoring
Par David Mas Masumoto. 2003
Japanese American organic farmer reflects on what can be seen, touched, heard, smelled, and tasted on his family's California farm.…
Observing cycles of renewal and harvest and recognizing realities of small-scale farming in the age of agribusiness, Masumoto, Harvest Son (BR 12668), groups his essays in five clusters, each identified with one of the senses. 2003The new work of dogs: tending to life, love, and family
Par Jon Katz. 2003
Journalist explores the changing role of dogs in the lives of their human owners, who increasingly view them as family…
members and depend on them for emotional support. But Katz suggests there may be a downside to this trend, despite its psychological benefits, for both people and pets. 2003Blindness and children: an individual differences approach
Par David H Warren. 1994
Essential gardening for teens (Outdoor life)
Par Ruth Chasek. 2000
Beginners' guide to planning and planting an outdoor plot or container garden. Provides advice on site selection, choosing plants, soil…
preparation, space design, growing plants from seeds, and garden care. For junior and senior high readers. 2000Comprehensive guide to designing, constructing, and maintaining residential water gardens. Includes step-by-step instructions for the novice and experienced gardener on…
incorporating moving water, adding decorative touches, cultivating aquatic plants, introducing fish, and creating a balanced environment. 2003Front yard gardens: growing more than grass
Par Liz Primeau. 2003
Straying from the longtime perception of lawns as a landscaping ideal, the author describes how to transform a front yard…
from a water-guzzling, chemically treated grass expanse to a garden. Includes tips on creating, maintaining, and planting. Also provides information on different garden styles, with more than seventy examples from across North America. 2003Talking about death won't kill you
Par Virginia Morris. 2001
To help people make better decisions about death, the author encourages them to accept its inevitability. Discusses considerations to ponder…
before a crisis arrives and provides medical and legal options. Uses case studies to illustrate how to talk about dying with others and gives tips on relating to terminally ill patients. 2001The right words at the right time
Par Marlo Thomas. 2002
Actress Marlo Thomas's compilation of more than one hundred celebrities' personal turning points in life--for example, her father Danny Thomas's…
advice changed her attitude about being compared to him. Contributors include Muhammad Ali, Tom Brokaw, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Toni Morrison, Steven Spielberg, Sammy Sosa, Barbara Walters, Oprah Winfrey, and others. Bestseller. 2002Anatomy of an illness as perceived by the patient: reflections on healing and regeneration
Par Norman Cousins. 1979
The author's reflections generated by his triumph over a crippling disease. Cousins investigates the chemistry of the will to live…
and factors influencing the capacity for self-healing. He also believes that humor and laughter, along with a strong doctor/patient relationship, aid the body's natural healing powers. 1979Fitness trainer uses anecdotes from his own life to inspire teens to concentrate on improving their bodies as well as…
their social and inner lives. Explains how to take charge, set goals, realize one's dreams, and build values. Includes sample workout and diet. For high school and older readers. 2002Life strategies: doing what works, doing what matters
Par Phillip C McGraw. 1999
Behavioral scientist McGraw, an advisor to Oprah Winfrey, demonstrates how to take control over your life: assume responsibility for past…
actions, change bad habits, and reverse negative conditioning to prepare the mind and body for greater happiness. Describes ten "life laws" that improve the chances of success. BestsellerL'homme qui parle avec les plantes (Denoël & d'ailleurs)
Par Yvo Pérez Barreto. 1998
Ce livre présente le savoir-faire de Don José Carmen, agriculteur mexicain, qui fait pousser des choux de 45 kilos, des…
pieds de maïs de 5 mètres de haut, etc., en appliquant des formules biocompatibles, respectueuses de l'environnement. [SDMFighting invisible tigers: a stress management guide for teens
Par Earl Hipp. 1985
Discusses pressures and problems encountered by teenagers and provides information on life skills, stress management, and methods of gaining more…
control over their own lives. For senior high and older readers. 1995Martha, Martha: how Christians worry
Par Elaine Leong Eng. 2000
Handbook for Christian counselors who treat mentally disturbed clients by integrating psychology with theology. Uses anecdotes to describe symptoms and…
suggests appropriate treatments by using biblical references. Lists sources for dealing with obsessions, post-traumatic stress disorders, social phobias, anxiety, PMS, and depression. 2000Coping with social anxiety
Par Heather Moehn. 2001
Describes a self-consciousness disorder that can lead to impairment in social situations. Describes some social phobia causes and remedies and…
offers suggestions for professional help. For junior and senior high readers. 2001