Prognosis: Marital Bliss


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Something old. Something new. Someone vanished. Mercy is a crier. She can’t help it. Just hours until her daughter gets married, it’s all Mercy can do to keep her wailing under control. Lucky for her, there are plenty of last-minute mishaps to keep her occupied. Not only is she supposed to walk her daughter down the aisle, but she’s also in charge of keeping the chaos to a minimum. That sounds easy enough… until the officiant goes missing right before the nuptials. With a church full of impatient guests, her hot-headed offspring, and meddling friends and family to corral, Mercy may never find the officiant. She knows everyone expects her to handle the problem, but this might be a problem she can’t resolve. Find out how the big day ends by buying your copy of this book today! *NOTE: This is a novella of approximately 13,000 words.*




Social Support and Cardiovascular Disease


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In this groundbreaking work, distinguished contributors explore the myriad relationships between networks of social support and the development, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals with cardiovascular disease. Chapters span the range from conceptual to methodological issues, and take into account gender, environmental, and cultural differences. The book will provide a wealth of information for clinicians and students in the fields of behavioral medicine, psychophysiology, and cardiovascular disease.




Dewhurst's Textbook of Obstetrics and Gynaecology


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This time honoured classic has been re-built completely: after sixeditions the editor has decided that a radical revision isnecessary. The new edition has been developed as a result ofintensive consultation with trainees in OB/GYN as to what theywant, what they need and how they learn. The book is organised into two halves covering obstetrics andgynaecology. Within each, the chapters are structured into sectionscontaining pedagogic features such as boxes, highlights and keypoints for the first time. It contains everything the clinicianneeds to practice the art of obstetrics and gynaecology andsufficient information to help sub-specialists develop theirspecific interests. This text is recommended reading for the RoyalCollege of Obstetrics and Gynaecology membership examination. This seventh edition contains 21 new chapters: Anatomy of the Pelvis and Reproductive Tract Placenta and Fetal Membranes Antenatal Care Anaesthesia and Analgesia Recurrent Miscarriage Ectopic Pregnancy Trophoblastic Disease Genetics and Prenatal Diagnosis Drugs and Pregnancy Obstetric Emergencies Prolonged Pregnancy Renal Disease Termination of Pregnancy Imaging in Gynaecology PMS Assisted Reproduction Hysteroscopy and Laparoscopy Sexual Dysfunction Psychological Aspects of Pregnancy Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault - now on MRCOG curriculum Ethical Dilemmas This seventh edition has been significantly updated with a widerange of internationally renowned contributors who are all expertsin their field, bringing this book to the cutting edge of knowledgein obstetrics and gynaecology. "It was my favourite textbook when I was working for myexaminations and I am still using it. I can recommend this editionto current trainees wholeheartedly. It is certainly worth buying."Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology




All about Science


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There is a lot of confusion and misconception concerning science. The nature and contents of science is an unsettled problem. For example, Thales of 2,600 years ago is recognized as the father of science but the word science was introduced only in the 14th century; the definition of science is often avoided in books about philosophy of science. This book aims to clear up all these confusions and present new developments in the philosophy, history, sociology and communication of science. It also aims to showcase the achievement of China's top scholars in these areas. The 18 chapters, divided into five parts, are written by prominent scholars including the Nobel laureate Robin Warren, sociologist Harry Collins, and physicist-turned-historian Dietrich Stauffer. Contents: Preface: About Science 1: Basics OCo Knowledge, Nature, Science and Scimat (Lui Lam); About Science 2: Philosophy, History, Sociology and Communication (Lui Lam); Philosophy of Science: Towards a Phenomenological Philosophy of Science (Guo-Sheng Wu); The Predicament of Scientific Culture in Ancient China (Hong-Sheng Wang); What Do Scientists Know! (Nigel Sanitt); How to Deal with the Whole: Two Kinds of Holism in Methodology (Jin-Yang Liu); History of Science: Helicobactor: The Ease and Difficulty of a New Discovery (Robin Warren); Science in Victorian Era: New Observations on Two Old Theses (Dun Liu); Medical Studies in Portugal Around 1911 (Maria Burguete); The Founding of the International Liquid Crystal Society (Lui Lam); Sociology of Science: Three Waves in Science Studies (Harry Collins); Solitons and Revolution in China: 1978OCo1983 (Lui Lam); Scientific Culture in Contemporary China (Bing Liu and Mei-Fang Zhang); Communication of Science: Science Communication: A History and Review (Peter Broks); Popular-Science Writings in Early Modern China (Lin Yin); Other Science Matters: Understanding Art Through Science: From Socrates to the Contextual Brain (Kajsa Berg); Spy Video Games After 9/11: Narrative and Pleasure (Ting-Ting Wang); Statistical Physics for Humanities: A Tutorial (Dietrich Stauffer). Readership: Researchers and laypeople interested in science."




The Wiley-Blackwell Handbook of Couples and Family Relationships


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The Wiley-Blackwell Handbook of Couples and Family Relationships presents original articles from leading experts that link research, policy, and practice together to reflect the most current knowledge of contemporary relationships. Offers interesting new perspectives on a range of relationship issues facing twenty-first century Western society Helps those who work with couples and families facing with relationship issues Includes practical suggestions for dealing with relationship problems Explores diverse issues, including family structure versus functioning; attachment theory; divorce and family breakdown; communication and conflict; self regulation, partner regulation, and behavior change; care-giving and parenting; relationship education; and therapy and policy implications







The Treatment Of Psychiatric Disorders


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First published in 1989. The primary author and other contributors assume that the reader is familiar with psychiatric evaluation and with the diagnostic format of DSM-III-R. They should be pursuing treatment approaches with clear working diagnoses in mind before picking up this book. This book may be useful for general physicians or certain nonmedical mental health clinicians; however, it is not intended to take the place of consultation from or referral to a psychiatrist.




General Practice - Inkling


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A comprehensive medical textbook taking a holistic approach to contemporary general practice This e-book takes an integrative approach to the diagnosis, investigation and management of health issues in the general practice environment. General Practice: The integrative approach e-book version covers the philosophy underpinning modern-day general practice, including primary and secondary prevention as well as acute and chronic disease management. This comprehensive e-book informs doctors of potential treatment and prevention options, as well as possible pitfalls, according to the growing integrative medicine evidence base. The first section of General Practice: The integrative approach e-book lays the foundations of integrative medicine while the second examines important medical conditions in a systems-based approach. Each chapter in this valuable health resource outlines required medical and consulting knowledge, while discussing physiology and pharmacological management plans of systems-based conditions. An evidence-based discussion of the available therapeutic options for the treatment of associated factors follows. This helps medical practitioners adapt their approach for individual patient needs. General Practice: The integrative approach e-book features contributions from experts in Chinese medicine, herbal medicine, nutritional medicine, naturopathy, and exercise therapy – all of whom incorporate their expertise into management plans that utilise multiple therapeutic modalities to achieve the best clinical outcome. • incorporates evidence-based and safe therapies including conventional medical care, lifestyle interventions and complementary therapies • is directed at best practice rather than alternative practice • focuses on prevention and health promotion • a symptomatic layout matching the approach of contemporary medical curriculum • each therapeutic modality and therapeutics contributor is coded with an icon for easy modality reference • a unique chapter covering medico-legal issues • a ready reference herb/drug interaction chart • expert authors include Dr Kerryn Phelps, well-known Australian medical practitioner and President of the Australasian Integrative Medicine Association (AIMA)




Comprehensive Handbook of Personality and Psychopathology, Adult Psychopathology


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Adult Psychopathology presents an overview of the classification and diagnosis; epidemiology; genetic, sociocultural, and biological influences; and research and behavioral considerations of psychopathology in adults. This state-of-the-art volume also includes the latest research on the major disorders and discusses the three most popular treatment approaches.




Family Ties and Aging


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Providing an integrated and thorough representation from current research and contemporary society, Family Ties and Aging shows how pressing issues of our time—an aging population, changing family structures, and new patterns of work-family balance—are negotiated in the family lives of middle-aged and older adults. Focusing on key questions such as "How do current trends and social arrangements affect family relationships?" and "What are the implications of what we know for future research, theory, practice, and policy?", authors Ingrid Arnet Connidis and Amanda E. Barnett explore groups and relationships that are typically overlooked, including the unique family situations of older single and childless persons, sibling ties, older lesbian and gay adults, and new forms of intimate relationships. The Third Edition is thoroughly updated to include the latest research and theoretical developments, recent media coverage of related issues, and new information on intimate relationships in later life and elder neglect/abuse.