In this book, Eric Cassell explores what sickness is, what persons are, and how to understand function and its impairments. He explains healing skills and actions, as well as the nature of healing for sick and suffering patients. This book concludes with a discussion of the moral basis of the relationship between patient and healer. explores what sickness is, what persons are, and how to understand function and its impairments. He explains healing skills and actions, as well as the nature of healing for sick and suffering patients. This book concludes with a discussion of the moral basis of the relationship between patient and healer, as well as the goals of healing.
This textbook explores the relationship between the natural world and psychological well-being. It draws upon a wide context, brings the experience of our existence as part of the wider natural world to the forefront throughout, and relates it to therapy practice in mainstream settings.
A pioneering revolutionary prescription for the health and long life of your pets For two decades, Dr. Martin Goldstein—America's most successful, renowned holistic veterinarian—has healed and helped his animal patients with the same natural therapies that benefit humans. The results have been so astounding that today critically sick pets are brought to him from across the country for a new chance at life and health. In this compelling, very accessible book, Dr. Goldstein explains exactly what holistic medicine is and how it works. By treating the root of a health problem instead of its symptoms, you too can help your animal to regain and maintain its own health, as nature intended. Dr. Goldstein also shares many remarkable true stories of supposedly terminally ill animals who have recovered to full wellness. Inside you'll discover • Why our animals get sick, even when we strive to give them the best of care • An exhaustive A to Z guide of pet ailments—and the best course of action • Why vaccines can do more harm than good • The link between diet and disease—and how the right diet can not only prevent disease but reverse it • How acupuncture, homeopathy, chiropractic, and other alternative options work--safely and painlessly--to restore true health • Specific guidance for the use of herbs, supplements, and natural remedies • The good news (and the bad) about cancer in animals--including extraordinary new treatments and potential cures • Coping with the inevitable death of your pet--both physically and psychologically • And much, much more Plus—the ultimate resource for holistic pet care: an extensive guide to holistic product manufacturers and stores, books, newsletters, Web sites, veterinarians, and associations!
Geared to allied health students and written in an engaging narrative style, this pathology text is an easy-to-read primer on the etiology and pathogenesis of human disease. This unique book provides a basic understanding of pathology without microscopic pathology and molecular biology details that health professions students do not need. Each chapter reviews normal anatomy and physiology, explains the development of common diseases, lists the major determinants of disease, presents clinical case studies, and includes end-of-chapter problem-solving questions. A bound-in CD-ROM includes animations and a 250-question quiz. Faculty resources include a 2,000-question test bank and PowerPoint slides with lecture notes.
Embark on a journey through the ancient and enduring world of herbal medicine with "Nature's Healing Legacy" - a comprehensive eBook that explores the profound power of plants to restore and maintain health and wellness. Every page of this well-researched guide offers insights into the art and science of utilizing herbs in everyday life, tapping into centuries-old traditions that have nurtured humanity's wellbeing across diverse cultures. In "Nature's Healing Legacy," you will find yourself immersed in the verdant realms of herbal medicine, from the rudimentary principles to the intricate phytochemistry that endows plants with potent healing capabilities. Discover the threads that connect age-old healing practices with modern approaches, and learn how to harness the timeless wisdom nestled within nature's pharmacy for the enhancement of your health. Step into the world of cultivating medicinal herbs with guidance on creating your own healing garden, replete with detailed instructions for harvesting and preserving your herbal bounty. Ignite your passion for self-sufficiency and sustainability, as you delve into seed saving and plant propagation, capturing the very essence of botanical abundance. Venture further into the heart of "The Apothecary's Kitchen," where the alchemy of herbs transforms into remedies through the preparation of infusions, syrups, and salves. Savor the role of spices not only as culinary delights but also as key players in the healing cuisine narrative, promoting vitality and well-being. As you explore each chapter, you will uncover herbal solutions that cater to specific facets of health, from digestive wellness and immune support to personalized remedies tailored to your unique constitution. Learn about natural mood stabilizers, cognitive enhancers, and sleep aids that promote mental and emotional balance without resorting to synthetic alternatives. Witness the liberating power of plants in addressing specific health concerns for women and men, crafting approaches that honor the intricacies of hormonal balance and vitality. For parents and caretakers, wisdom awaits in gentle and safe herbal preparations for children, setting the foundation for lifelong resilience. Moreover, the nurturing touch of herbal medicine extends to skincare, the soothing aroma of essential oils, and the tranquil ritual of tea, weaving together a tapestry that spans the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of healing. As "Nature's Healing Legacy" concludes, you are called to consider the ethical implications of wildcrafting, the importance of sustainability, and ways to advance your herbal knowledge, ensuring the preservation and proliferation of this invaluable legacy. Whether you are a curious novice or a seasoned enthusiast, this eBook stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of herbal medicine and a beckoning gateway to a healthful, harmonious coexistence with the natural world. Embrace the opportunity to transform your well-being and awaken to the botanical riches that await in "Nature's Healing Legacy."
Reconnect with Your Body and Nature to Heal from Trauma As psychologist and mindfulness teacher Rochelle Calvert explores in this powerful book, one of the greatest sources of healing from trauma is all around us — nature. Dr. Calvert shows how to relate to and connect with nature through the practice of mindfulness to calm and relax the nervous system, tune in to the somatic wisdom of the body to face lingering trauma and rewire it, and work with painful experiences to transform them in ways that heal the individual and contribute to healing the wider world. Healing with Nature pioneers a path not just to recovery but to lifelong healing and resilience.
This book examines how and why practitioners of nature religion - Western witches, druids, shamans - seek to relate spiritually with nature through 'magical consciousness'. 'Magic' and 'consciousness' are concepts that are often fraught with prejudice and ambiguity respectively. Greenwood develops a new theory of magical consciousness by arguing that magic ultimately has more to do with the workings of the human mind in terms of an expanded awareness than with socio-cultural explanations. She combines her own subjective insights gained from magical practice with practitioners' in-depth accounts and sustained academic theory on the process of magic. She also tracks magical consciousness in philosophy, myth, folklore, story-telling, and the hi-tech discourse of postmodernity, and asks important questions concerning nature religion's environmental credentials, such as whether it as inherently ecological as many of its practitioners claim.
Corbin Harney’s long life encompassed remarkable changes in the lives of Native Americans and in the technological and political development of the world. Born into an impoverished Western Shoshone family on the Nevada-Idaho border and orphaned as a newborn, he was brought up by grandparents who taught him the traditional ways of their people and the ancient spiritual beliefs that sustained their culture. As an adult, Harney found his calling as a traditional healer and spiritual leader. Soon he became involved in the Shoshone struggle for civil rights, including their efforts to protect and heal their traditional lands in what became the Nevada Test Site. This involvement led Harney to his eventual role as a leader of the international antinuclear movement.The Nature Way is a rich compendium of Corbin Harney’s experience and wisdom. His account of his life incorporates the tragic history of Native Americans in the Great Basin after the arrival of Euro-Americans, his realization of his own identity as a Native American, and his long study of his people’s traditions and spiritual practices. His summary of the Shoshone and Paiute use of indigenous plants for food and healing highlights their understanding that the Earth and her denizens and products must be respected and protected in order to preserve the connection that all creatures have with sacred Mother Earth. Finally, his account of his role as an antinuclear activist expands on his awareness of the human responsibility to protect the Earth, especially from the extreme danger posed by nuclear technology and nuclear weapons of mass destruction. Corbin Harney’s voice is one of the clearest expressions yet of the values, concerns, and spirituality of contemporary Native America. He offers all of us an eloquent plea that we respect and cooperate with Nature to ensure the survival of the planet.
Nature-Based Play and Expressive Therapies addresses a wide range of healing modalities and case studies that can be used in both indoor and outdoor environments. Each chapter includes vignettes to support the interventions and approaches presented. Readers will find a diverse array of helpful handouts and topics explored, including tips for creating outdoor healing gardens and labyrinths, guidelines for using nature to address trauma, working with sandplay and storytelling in nature, adapting nature-based interventions via telehealth, and much more. Chapters focus on work with young children and teens in individual settings as well as work with families and groups, making this book an important read for a wide range of mental health professionals.
