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The Wildest Colts Make the Best Horses

jennie — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 12:13:11 -0500

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Description: <a href="http://www.wildestcolts.com/adhd/book.shtml" target="_blank">http://www.wildestcolts.com/adhd/book.shtml</a> Begin your journey of awareness regarding the oppressive "treatment" of our spirited children labeled with a mental disorder. Author: John Breeding Ph.D. Published: 1996

The Aware Baby

jennie — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 16:48:50 -0500

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Description: THE AWARE BABY by Aletha Solter, Ph.D. This book will teach you how to: * Bond with your infant. * Respond to your baby's crying. * Enhance your baby's intelligence. * Help your baby sleep better. * Find alternatives to punishment. * Raise your child to be nonviolent. For more info <a href="http://www.awareparenting.com/books.htm" target="_blank">THE AWARE BABY</a>

The Stranger in the Mirror: Dissociation -- the Hidden Epidemic

jennie — Fri, 13 Oct 2006 16:35:30 -0500

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Description: The Stranger in the Mirror: Dissociation -- the Hidden Epidemic by Dr. Marlene Steinberg ". . . The Stranger in the Mirror: Dissociation -- the Hidden Epidemic is the story not only of these scientific advances, but also the hundreds of trauma survivors whom I have had the privilege of working with over the past eighteen years. Their extraordinary stories provide insight into how we often respond to trauma-and inspiration for overcoming it." Marlene Steinberg, M.D. <a href="http://www.strangerinthemirror.com/">view webpage</a>

Man's Search for Meaning

jennie — Sat, 23 Sep 2006 12:23:13 -0500

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Description: Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl We who lived in concentration camps can remember the men who walked through the huts comforting others, giving away their last piece of bread. They may have been few in number, but they offer sufficient proof that everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms -- to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one's own way."

The Search for Significance

jennie — Sat, 23 Sep 2006 11:56:41 -0500

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Description: The Search for Significance by Robert S. McGee This book is a must have for the Christian with a low self-worth. The authors describe four types of distorted thinking that contributes to a Christian's feeling of negative feel of self, which are: 1. Performance Trap 2. Approval Addict 3. Blame Game 4. Shame Thinking If you are looking for a good non-secular psychological self-help book, this book is definitely for you. It contains New Testament scriptures to help you on your way to a healthier, more fulfilling life in Christ. There's a few editions of this effective book, including a WORKBOOK that can be used in therapy or group settings (i.e. Fellowship groups).

Secret Survivors: Uncovering Incest and Its Aftereffects in Women

jennie — Sun, 17 Sep 2006 15:28:51 -0500

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Description: Secret Survivors: Uncovering Incest and Its Aftereffects in Women by E. Sue Blume Copyright 1990 New York Publisher: Ballantine Books Paperback, 352 pages $7.99 ISBN: 978-0-345-36979-6 (0-345-36979-3) Preface Excerpt: "This book is about the aftereffects of incest. It is not about what incest is, but what incest does." Blume describes a Post-Incest Syndrome, coping mechanisms and sensitivities shared by incest survivors. And she emphasizes survivors aren't crazy for such feelings and behaviors. The author concludes the book with valuable incest-related resources.

Silent No More (Edited by John Grohol, PsyD)

jennie — Sat, 22 Jul 2006 14:15:43 -0500

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Description: Psych Central's Support Community's collection of poetry compiled by DocJohn. Cost per book: $12.95 Proceeds from the sale of this book contribute directly to the Psych Central Community Fund which is available to members on an as-needed basis upon request. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Silent-No-More-John-Grohol/dp/B0025UVJZ8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1239195946&sr=8-1">Purchase here</a>

Artane (trihexyphenidyl HCl)

jennie — Sun, 25 Jun 2006 15:27:28 -0500

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Description: <div align="center">Artane� Generic Name: Trihexyphenidyl HCl Drug Class: Anticholinergics </div> Description This medicine is classified as an antipsychotic medication and is used to treat all forms of parkinsonism. This medicine may also be prescribed to control extrapyramidal disorders (except tardive dyskinesia) due to central nervous system drugs.General Information This information is for educational purposes only. Not every known side effect, adverse effect, or drug interaction is in this database. If you have questions about your medicines, talk to your healthcare provider.Proper use of this medicine Take this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor or pharmacist. This medicine should be taken continually, even if you are feeling better. Follow the directions on your prescription label. Do not take more or less of this medicine that prescribed. Do not share this medicine with other people.If gastrointestinal upset occurs, take this medication with food.Missed Dose Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.Storage Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture. Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.Possible Side Effects This medicine can cause the following potential side effects:<ul><li>blurred vision</li> <li>confusion</li><li>constipation</li><li>delusions</li><li>dizziness</li><li>drowsiness</li><li>dry mouth</li><li>gastrointestinal problems (colon enlargement or paralytic ileus)</li> <li>hallucinations</li><li>headache</li> <li>increased intraocular pressure</li><li>memory impairment</li><li>mild nausea</li><li>movement disorders</li><li>nervousness</li><li>paranoia</li><li>pupil dilation</li><li>rapid heartbeat</li><li>skin rash</li><li>urinary hesitancy or retention</li><li>vomiting</li><li>weakness</li></ul> Warnings/Precautions<ul><li>This medication may impair mental and/or physical abilities required for performance of hazardous tasks, such as operating machinery or driving a motor vehicle.</li> <li>Because of increased sedative effects, avoid the use of alcohol or other CNS depressants while taking this medication.</li> <li>This medicine may cause narrow angle glaucoma. Patients should have close monitoring of intraocular pressures. Notify your doctor if you experience blurring of vision while taking this medicine. Blindness has been reported due to aggravation of narrow angle glaucoma.</li> <li>Since this medication may increase the susceptibility to heat stroke, use this medication with caution during hot weather. Promptly report the occurrence of gastrointestinal problems, fever, or heat intolerance since paralytic ileus, hyperthermia, or heat stroke may occur.</li> <li>Abrupt treatment withdrawal may exacerbate parkinsonism or cause neuroleptic malignant syndrome (a potentially fatal symptom complex).</li> <li>Many cough-and-cold products contain ingredients that may add a drowsiness effect. Before you use cough-and-cold medications, ask your doctor or pharmacist about the safe use of those products.</li></ul> Overdose Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Drug Interactions Let your doctor know if you are taking any of the following types of medications:<ul><li>amantadine (Symmetrel)</li><li>central nervous system (CNS) depressants (medicines that make you drowsy) such as:</li><ul><li>sedatives or tranquilizers</li><li>antidepressants</li><li>antianxiety medications</li><li>antipsychotics</li><li>sleep medications</li><li>antihistamines (often found in prescription and over-the-counter cold, allergy, and sleep medicines)</li><li>narcotic pain medications</li></ul><li>heart medications such as:</li><ul><li>quinidine </li><li>digoxin (Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps)</li></ul><li>monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO) inhibitors</li><li>tricyclic antidepressants</li> </ul>Pregnancy/Nursing Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when this medication is administered to a nursing woman. As with other anticholinergics, trihexyphenidyl may cause suppression of lactation. Therefore, trihexyphenidyl should only be used if the expected benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the infant. More Information For more information about this medicine, talk to your healthcare provider. <blockquote> Last reviewed: On 8 Aug 2006 By John M. Grohol, Psy.D. </blockquote>

Dirty Dancing (MOVIE SOUNDTRACK)

jennie — Sun, 25 Jun 2006 10:45:08 -0500

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Description: Soundtrack released 1987 <html><body><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 1.  </td><td>(I've Had) The Time Of My Life(04:47) Love Theme Performed By "Bill Medley And Jennifer Warnes" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 2.  </td><td>Be My Baby (02:37) Performed By "The Ronettes"</td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 3.  </td><td>She's Like The Wind(03:51) Performed By "Patrick Swayze"</td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 4.  </td><td>Hungry Eyes(04:06) Performed By "Eric Carmen"</td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 5.  </td><td>Stay(01:34) Performed By "Maurice Williams And The Zodiacs"</td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top">6. </td><td>Yes(03:15) Performed By "Merry Clayton"</td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top">7. </td><td>You Don't Own Me(03:00) Performed By "The Blow Monkeys"</td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 8.  </td><td>Hey Baby(02:21) Performed By "Bruce Channel" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 9.  </td><td>Overload(03:39) Performed By "Zappacosta"</td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top">10. </td><td>Love Is Strange(02:52) Performed By "Mickey And Sylvia"</td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 11.  </td><td> Where Are You Tonight?(03:59) Performed By "Tom Johnston"</td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 12.  </td><td>In The Still Of The Night(03:03) Performed By "The Five Satins"</td></tr></tbody></table></body></html>

Good Morning Vietnam (MOVIE SOUNDTRACK)

jennie — Sun, 25 Jun 2006 09:53:29 -0500

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Description: <html><body>Soundtrack released in 1987 <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 1.  </td><td> Adrian Cronauer's Dialogue (02:09) Performed By "Robin Williams" </td></tr> <tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 2.  </td> <td> Nowhere To Run (02:55) Performed By "Martha Reeves And The Vandellas" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 3.  </td><td> I Get Around (02:09) Performed By "The Beach Boys" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 4.  </td><td> Game Of Love (02:04) Performed By "Wayne Fontana & The Mindbenders"</td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 5.  </td><td>Adrian Cronauer's Dialogue (00:15) Performed By "Robin Williams" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 6.  </td><td>Sugar And Spice (02:13) Performed By "The Searchers" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 7.  </td><td>Adrian Cronauer's Dialogue (00:47) Performed By "Robin Williams" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 8.  </td><td>Liar, Liar (01:51) Performed By "The Castaways" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 9.  </td><td> The Warmth Of The Sun (02:48) Performed By "The Beach Boys" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 10.  </td><td> Adrian Cronauer's Dialogue (00:34) Performed By "Robin Williams" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 11.  </td><td>I Got You (I Feel You) (02:44) Performed By "James Brown" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 12.  </td><td>Adrian Cronauer's Dialogue (00:08) Performed By "Robin Williams" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 13.  </td><td>Baby Please Don't Go (02:40) Performed By "Them" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 14.  </td><td>Adrian Cronauer's Dialogue (00:33) Performed By "Robin Williams" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 15.  </td><td>Danger Heartbreack Dead Ahead(02:28) Performed By "Marvelettes" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 16.  </td><td>Five O'Clock World (02:18) Performed By "The Vogues" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 17.  </td><td>California Sun (02:22) Performed By "The Rivieras" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 18.  </td><td>Adrian Cronauer's Dialogue (01:21) Performed By "Robin Williams" </td></tr><tr><td align="right" valign="top"> 19.  </td> <td> What A Wonderful World (02:16) Performed By "Louis Armstrong"</td></tr></tbody></table></body></html>

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Sourcebook

jennie — Sun, 25 Jun 2006 09:14:55 -0500

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Description: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Sourcebook By: Schiraldi, Glenn R. ISBN: 0737302658 DOI: 10.1036/0737302658 Format: BC 446 pages Pub Date: 2000-01-01 Copyright: 2000 Edition:1 $18.95 USD Product Line:McGraw-Hill McGraw-Hill Description For the millions who suffer from the effects of a traumatic experience, this book offers help and hope and provides the diverse elements needed for lasting recovery. Trauma can take many forms, from the most disturbing of circumstances such as witnessing a murder or violent crime to the subtle trauma of living with the effects of abuse or alcoholism. Deep emotional wounds often seem like they will never heal, but Schiraldi has helped and witnessed survivors recover, grow, and find happiness. By helping people recognize the coping mechanisms and by dealing directly with the effects of a traumatic experience, there is a great reason for hope. The Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Sourcebook is a guide for both survivors and their loved ones, helping them to see that on the other side of their pain is recovery and growth. * Explains the psychic defenses that can go into effect to protect a victim from further emotional harm * Provides information on triggers and the debilitating effects of post-traumatic stress disorder * Addresses how the healing process can begin and how fear diminishes through a variety of medic and nonmedicinal treatment methods Contents Part I: About PTSD Chapter 1. PTSD Basics Chapter 2. Making Sense of the Bewildering Symptoms: Understanding Anxiety and Dissociation Chapter 3. Associated Features Chapter 4. Frequently Asked Questions Part II: About Healing, Recovery, Growth Chapter 5. Principles of Healing, Recovery, and Growth Chapter 6. Treatment Approaches: Professional, Medication, Group, and Self-Managed Part III: Preparations Chapter 7. Stabilization and Balance Chapter 8. Taking Care of Your Health Part IV: Managing Symptoms Chapter 9. Affect Management Chapter 10. Reducing General Arousal Chapter 11. Breathing Retraining Chapter 12. About Relaxation Chapter 13. Progressive Muscle Relaxation Chapter 14. Autogenic Training Chapter 15. Meditation Chapter 16. Managing Anger Chapter 17. Eye Movement Chapter 18. Intrusion Management Part V: Treatment Chapter 19. Principles of Memory Work Chapter 20. Cognitive Restructuring Chapter 21. Confiding Concealed Wounds Chapter 22. Resolving Guilt Chapter 23. Thought Field Therapy Chapter 24. The Rewind Technique Chapter 25. Traumatic Incident Reduction (TIR) Chapter 26. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Chapter 27. The Counting Method Chapter 28. Dream Management and Processing Chapter 29. Healing Imagery Chapter 30. Healing Rituals Chapter 31. Grieving Losses Chapter 32. Making Sense of Trauma: Coming to Terms with Suffering Chapter 33. Hypnosis Chapter 34. Expressive Art Therapies Chapter 35. Life Review Chapter 36. Building Self-Esteem Chapter 37. Unfinished Business: Resolving Anger Chapter 38. Prolonged Exposure Chapter 39. Complementary Approaches Part VI: Moving On Chapter 40. Transitioning Chapter 41. Intimacy and Sexuality Chapter 42. Meaning and Purpose Chapter 43. Spiritual and Religious Growth Chapter 44. Happiness, Pleasure, and Humor Chapter 45. Relapse Prevention Chapter 46. Summing Up Appendices Appendix 1. The History of PTSD Appendix 2. Assessing Abuse Appendix 3. The Brain and Memory Appendix 4. Psychiatric Disorders Appendix 5. 72-Hour Emergency Preparedness Appendix 6. Time Management Appendix 7. Rape and Sexual Assault Facts and Myths Appendix 8. Medication Facts and Guidelines Appendix 9. Victim, Survivor, Thriver Appendix 10. Resources

Marriage or Couple Counseling

jennie — Fri, 23 Jun 2006 08:03:12 -0500

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Description: Wishing to improve the relationship, partners may receive help from a marriage counselor for behavioral problems, relationship issues, or mental disorders. Counseling using occurs before increasing commitments (co-habitation, marriage, have children) or to prevent separation (divorce).

Tori Amos

jennie — Thu, 22 Jun 2006 19:34:49 -0500

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Description: Pianist, Vocalist Her debut "Little Earthquakes", included the song Me and A Gun, a chilling story of her devastating rape experience (1984 in L.A), a song that would later become an inspiration for founding Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN). Discography 1991 Little Earthquakes 1994 Under the Pink 1996 Boys For Pele 1998 From the Choir Girl Hotel 1999 To Venus and Back 2002 Scarlet's Walk 2005 The Beekeeper Tori Amos's homepage is located at http://www.toriamos.com/

Vanilla Sky (MOVIE SOUNDTRACK)

jennie — Thu, 22 Jun 2006 19:20:10 -0500

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Description: Soundtrack released in 2001 1. All The Right Friends - R.E.M. 2. Everything In Its Right Place - Radiohead 3. Vanilla Sky - Paul McCartney 4. Solsbury Hill - Peter Gabriel 5. I Fall Apart - Julianna Gianni 6. Porpoise Song (Theme From 'Head') - The Monkees 7. Mondo '77 - Looper 8. Have You Forgotten - Red House Painters 9. Directions - Josh Rouse 10. Afrika Shox - Leftfield 11. Svefn-g-englar - Sigur Ros 12. Last Goodbye - Jeff Buckley 13. Can We Still Be Friends - Todd Rundgren 14. Fourth Time Around - Bob Dylan 15. Elevator Beat - Nancy Wilson 16. Sweetness Follows - R.E.M. 17. Where Do I Begin - The Chemical Brothers

Time Warp (CINCINNATI POPS ORCHESTRA)

jennie — Thu, 22 Jun 2006 19:05:46 -0500

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Description: Soundtrack released in 1984 This soundtrack is a must have for any sci-fi and classical music fan. 1. Ascent 2. Introduction To Also Sprach Zarathustra (From 2001 & 2010) 3. Star Trek: Main Theme (The Movie) 4. The Menagerie: Suite (Original Pilot For The TV Show Star Trek) 5. Battlestar Galactica: Main Theme 6. Superman: Love Theme 7. Star Wars: Throne Room & End Title 8. Alien: Closing Title 9. On The Beautiful Blue Danube (From 2001) 10. Gayne Ballet: Adagio (From 2001) 11. Introduction To Also Sprach Zarathustra - Reprise, Original Version

Fumbling Towards Ecstasy (SARAH MCLACHLAN)

jennie — Thu, 22 Jun 2006 18:51:50 -0500

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Description: Pop Vocalist Album released October 22, 1993 1. Possession 2. Wait 3. Plenty 4. Good Enough 5. Mary 6. Elsewhere 7. Circle 8. Ice 9. Hold On 10. Ice Cream 11. Fear 12. Fumbling Towards Ecstasy Sarah McLachlan's homepage is located at http://www.sarahmclachlan.com/

Hymns of the 49th Parallel (K.D. LANG)

jennie — Thu, 22 Jun 2006 18:36:10 -0500

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Description: K.D. Lang creates a Canadian songbook by paying homage to fellow Canadian artists including Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, Neil Young, Jane Siberry, Ron Sexsmith, and Bruce Cockburn. 1. After the Gold Rush 2. Simple 3. Helpless 4. A Case of You 5. The Valley 6. Hallelujah 7. One Day I Walk 8. Fallen 9. Jericho 10. Bird on a Wire 11. Love is Everything K.D. Lang's homepage is located at http://www.kdlang.com/

Sarah McLachlan

jennie — Thu, 22 Jun 2006 18:15:34 -0500

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Description: A 3 time Grammy Award winner: Grammy Award 1999 "I Will Remember You" - Best Female Pop Vocal Performance Grammy Award 1998 "Last Dance" - Best Pop Instrumental Performance Grammy Award 1998 "Building a Mystery" - Best Female Pop Vocal Performance Sarah's homepage is located at http://www.sarahmclachlan.com/