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Song of the Free: Teachings of the 24 Gurus of Dattatreya
by Acharya Pundrik GoswamiA collection of true events, Song of the Free illustrates beautifully the life of Dattatreyaji, a monk, a syncretic deity, who is considered to be an incarnation of Trimurti, blessed with the qualities of Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh. An avatar and a wandering ascetic, Dattatreyaji's life stressed on the importance of learning. He taught us to recognise wisdom from even the smallest creature of nature, like the honey bee. The book gathers the profound cognisance of Dattatreyaji. The 24 gurus, as accepted by him, are individually described, each forming a chapter. The guru is a source of divinity and the true guru guides us to attain our divine attributes. The book portrays the supreme consciousness of Dattatreyaji as he acknowledged the true guru found in nature-animals, birds and humans. He emphasised that if you have the desire to learn you can derive inspiration from anything. Moreover, his teachings inspire us to be in harmony with nature and other elements of the environment. Song of the Free acts as a true guru who will lead you to wisdom, allowing youto thrive on your own. Influenced by spirituality and philosophy, the book is a guide to learning-learning to live and live with wisdom.
The Water Phoenix: A memoir of childhood abuse, healing and forgiveness
by Rituparna ChatterjeeWhen Rituparna suddenly loses her mother at the age of five, she is shipped off to a trusted relative so she can grow up in a loving family. Instead, she finds herself bullied, sexually abused and has the first of several near-death-experiences. She grows up unsure of where love ends and cruelty begins and struggling to process the world without the dark lens of abuse. The acute anxiety, panic attacks, and severe depression follow her from boarding school to her move to Silicon Valley After her sense of reality is shaken by series of unexplained events, she, an atheist, finds her way to healing in the most unexpected quarters – looking within and opening herself up to a series of surreal spiritual events. How does she cope with what has happened to her? And how does she heal and find her way into a truly fulfilling life? Haunting, evocative and brave, Rituparna Chatterjee's groundbreaking magic realism memoir The Water Phoenix gives voice to the countless victims of abuse who still find it difficult to speak of their trauma in today's India. Most of all, The Water Phoenix is the story of transcending trauma and coming home to oneself.
Seitai: The Japanese Secret to Vital Intelligence for Improved Life and Health
by Laura López CotoWould you like to feel more alive? Try following Seitai, the Japanese secret to connect with your vital intelligence and improve your life and health. The practices of Seitai, Katsugen Undo and Yuki give you back your flexibility, renewing and revitalising the movements, between tension and relaxation, in our mind and body. Amongst other benefits, these Seitai practices can naturally relieve stress, anxiety and other issues related to the nervous system. They can also regulate our heartbeat, alleviate skin, urine, digestive and circulatory problems. Seitai also helps activate the sexual hormones responsible for youth and cell regeneration, and also helps diminish muscle pain and rheumatism. In this clear, concise and easy-to-read book written by the journalist and Seitai specialist, Laura López Coto, you will find the keys to this culture, which originated in Japan thanks to the highly innovative discoveries of the exceptionally gifted and perceptive master Haruchika Noguchi (Tokyo, 1911-1976). You will find that you can actually feel healthy in a far deeper way than you could possibly have imagined. Living this kind of life is easy, if you know how to.‘If you do not act with all your vigour, if you lack the awareness to give life to life through death, a state of health cannot be reached. It is possible to believe that the human being is alive thanks to its own will, but this is not so. A human being just lives; that is all. The spontaneous desire to live does not arise from the individual, but from a desire of Nature itself’ —Haruchika Noguchi (1911-1976), Founder of Seitai Culture‘I am convinced that Seitai, Master Noguchi’s Legacy, is the most innovative and significant spiritual culture that Humanity has received this century’ —Narciso Yepes (1927-1997), Guitar player and Seitai practicer‘Oh! What a surprise! All Japanese children speak Japanese. No need to worry! Planting the seeds of ability, with patience and repetition, the seed flourishes’ —Sinichi Suzuki (1898-1998), Creator of the Suzuki Method for understanding and learning music, philosopher and Seitai practicer‘I know where I am now. But if I hadn’t come to know Seitai 10 years ago, I don’t now where I’d be. Maybe I wouldn’t be here’ —Ricardo Sanz (1968), Journalist, Seitai practicer
Mahavir: Conqueror of the Self
by Arvind BhandariWhy do we suffer? What is the way out of suffering? What is the purpose of life? And what is the ultimate truth? Vardhamaan Mahavir, the last Jain Tirthankara, did not begin his life as a saint. A prince and a householder, he renounced the world as a youth, seeking to realize himself. Why would a man leave his kingdom and family to wander naked across impossible terrain for twelve long years, exposing himself to hard penance and the harshest circumstances? Was his journey worth the pain he suffered and perhaps inflicted on those closest to him? Such questions plague the mind of Priyadarshini, Mahavir’s young daughter, as she journeys with her mother, Queen Yashoda, to meet the man the world knows as the enlightened one, but in whom she sees only the father who abandoned her. Yet, as the girl grapples with her contempt for him, she is drawn into a deeper spiritual inquiry. In visions her mother shares with her, Priyadarshini traverses Mahavir’s past lives, and eventually arrives at a profound understanding of the true essence of the man who conquered the world by conquering himself. Drawing on rarely accessed Jain texts, Mahavir is an inspirational tale of the making of a spiritual master that raises age-old questions as relevant to the modern reader as they were in Mahavir’s time.
Mind Your Mind: Three Principles for Happy Living
by Venugopal AcharyaHow do I stop myself from worrying all the time? Why do I overthink? Whom do I blame for my problems? Is my mind a friend or an enemy? My life seems so useless –what is the point of living? Is happiness achievable despite all my troubles? If any of these questions resonate with you, corporate practitioner turned monk and teacher Venugopal Acharya has the answers you’re looking for. Beginning with the premise that the solution to an anxious or restless mind lies not in controlling the mind – an impossible task at the best of times – but in learning how to manage it, he recommends three powerful yet simple principles for mind management and happy living: Awareness, Acceptance and Aspiration. Moving a step ahead of merely outlining these ‘self-help methods’, the Acharya explains – through anecdotes from history and contemporary events as well as nuggets from ancient Indian scriptures – how to integrate these distinct concepts into a three-step practice for daily living and achieve benefits that are simultaneously immediate and long-lasting. An invaluable guide to self-transformation that is tailor-made for modern living, Mind Your Mind gently but powerfully reveals that you are much more than your mind – and you can, therefore, live a fulfilling, uncomplicated and contented life beyond it.
The Indic Quotient: Reclaiming Heritage through Cultural Enterprise
by Kaninika MishraOver the past decade, India has seen a significant rise in both passion for enterprise and pride in heritage. The two have converged to form successful ventures and imaginative social initiatives centred around Indic ideas that encompass yoga, Ayurveda, textiles, Sanskrit education and temple conservation, among others. In The Indic Quotient, Kaninika Mishra celebrates the efforts of ordinary Indians as they reclaim their native identity with ingenuity – from a team of economists working to put long-forgotten millets on urban Indian plates in Delhi to a group of art enthusiasts working to bring back stolen artefacts from museums abroad; an ex-investment banker formulating Ayurveda-inspired beauty products in Chandigarh to a yoga teacher from rural Bihar setting up a successful teaching practice in Gurugram; and a former engineer working to revive traditional textiles in Assam to a corporate professional in Bengaluru making India's first Sanskrit animation film. With intimately told stories of dynamism and entrepreneurship, the book tries to examine the relevance of traditional wisdom and culture in modern India, and what they mean for India's economic future and soft power.
Vivekananda Handbook for Everyday Living
by Anshul ChaturvediAN ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO APPLYING THE PRINCIPLES OF VIVEKANANDA TO YOUR EVERYDAY LIFE Are you weighed down by societal expectations, family pressure or the need for digital validation? Vivekananda will help lighten that burden so that you care a little less about the opinions of others.Are you struggling with your work – or your workplace – despite no obvious deficit of skill? Vivekananda will help you redefine how to measure your own success or failure.Does death – your own, or of those closest to you – frighten you? Vivekananda will teach you how to cope with grief and loss, and be the support your loved ones need in trying times.Anecdotal and thought-provoking, The Vivekananda Handbook for Everyday Living unravels the wisdom of Swami Vivekananda's teachings to guide you through your life, whether at home or at the office.
All You Need is Josh: Inspiring Stories of Courage and Conviction in 21st Century India
by Supriya PaulIn a world filled with cynicism, few stand tall, carving their own path to success with courage, determination and grit. All You Need Is Josh brings to you stories of such unique individuals across India – of the aspiring astrophysicist who wanted to walk on the moon; the first person with a disability to top the civil services examinations; the domestic help who is now a published author; the army officer who amputated his own leg; the transgender woman who was expelled from her house; the Dalit child bride who now runs a business worth Rs1,000 crores, and many more.Filled with anecdotes and life-changing missives, these stories will remind you that it does not matter the circumstancesinto which one is born – what matters most is having the josh to overcome all odds and chase your dreams.
You Will Be Okay: Embracing Social Distancing
by Radhika Kawlra SinghYou Will Be Okay: Embracing Social Distancing offers a step-by-step process to help you dismiss the irrelevance of that which bothers you, enabling you to build a stronger inner dialogue and integrate with a more liberated journey while going forth. This very engaging book will open a world of happiness and peace for you by guiding you through a powerful, affirmative questioning technique that draws on far greater wisdom than what you may be aware of.With over two decades of experience as a hugely successful therapist and Olympic mind coach, the author, Radhika Kawlra Singh, stimulates a deliberate momentum that makes each person expand on love-from self-love to love for others-thereby, creating an inescapable space of personal introspection.You, the reader, will be compelled to face your inner landscape, making corrections to innumerable perceptions of self-doubt, misrepresentation, immorality and several unchartered mental patterns. This process initiates ground-breaking self-realisation-the good and bad outside of you is the same as that which is lurking inside you. With persistent use, you will assemble uncommon revelations and endless possibilities of discovering a heightened level of good in others as well as within yourself!
Good News India: Ordinary Indians, Extraordinary Triumphs
by DV SridharanIn the year 2000, when the World Wide Web was only ten years old and words like 'Google' or 'blog' were still unknown, India's print media was the dominant source of news. Its unending stream of depressing news made many feel India was a country without a future. That scenario troubled a man as he kept pondering. If India was as terrible as the media made it out to be, how has it endured these thousands of years?Surely there are a great many who are doing the good work despite all obstacles that we merely complain about?Who are they and what good work are they doing? What or who made them dedicate themselves to their work?Driven by these questions, that man, D.V, Sridharan, then fifty-eight years old, decided to go out, discover their stories and highlight good news from India, for India and the world. After building a basic website-goodnewsindia.com-and armed with an early model of a digital camera, he drove around the country to meet and write about their work. It turned out there were numerous little-known heroes who, despite adverse circumstances, braved on with the good work they believed in. In the process, he discovered what was worth working on for the furtherance of India as a civilisation.Good News India showcases some of those ordinary Indians and their extraordinary work. These are stories of positive action, steely endeavour and quiet triumphs.
You: Beyond Isolation
by Radhika Kawlra SinghWell-known author, Radhika Kawlra Singh, has spent years studying and working with the subconscious mind as an Olympic mind coach and therapist. Through her time in private sessions, she has gained invaluable insight into the human mind and explored its capacity to reorganise itself when given the correct reinforcement. In You: Beyond Isolation, the author triggers you to make a thorough observation of the uniform advancement in nature, to inspire you to resolve your inadequacies in achieving extraordinary things. In using nature's great teachings of manifesting harmoniously, she guides you to feel the benefit of being granted time, psychic abilities, emotions and opportunities that you gain through diverse human trials-so as to build a greater kind of wisdom through each endeavour. She helps you make relevant changes to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, your relationships and the purpose of your engagement with things. As you address your vulnerability through purposeful exercises in the book, she will help you transform even your feeblest intention into a dynamic process of a collective change, in a way that you may become a willing partner in the journey of the spirit's awakening of itself. As each person sees the other as they see themselves, they cut through complex problems, thereby, setting the correct tone for an uplifting awakening for all.
Bedazzle: The Art and Science of Eternal Confidence
by Shamoly KheraWhat makes a person confident? What affects a person's confidence adversely and why is that even important?Did you know that one's childhood can have a deep impact on one's self-confidence? Have you ever wondered how a sportsperson performs repeatedly even after multiple failures? Where does that confidence come from, despite past failure? What can we learn from this? How do animals with lesser thinking capacity step out to hunt, deeply motivated, every single day, despite a previous failed attempt? Did you know that our environment can affect the ways our confidence is built every day?Bedazzle deconstructs the core aspects of subconscious motivation in all such scenarios and handpicks the triggers to understand confidence at a deeper level so that anyone can use it to their best advantage. Successful people are often perceived as confident but it is less acknowledged that it is immense confidence that makes people successful. Author Shamoly Khera reveals multiple action plans that can aid a person in developing and maintaining consistent confidence, awakening deep motivation in the self and actualising one's full self-potential.It's not just inner confidence, however. Portraying this externally is equally essential in dominating today's world-whether at work or in life. From your body language to your voice, the way you walk or your elevator pitch-all of it matters. Bedazzle unravels the perceptions of the human mind and how we can rewire our inner programming to reinforce positive perceptions. Because only when people master both inner and outer confidence, can they truly bedazzle!
Sailing Through a Storm: Making a Crisis Work for You
by T N Hari Sanjay SwamyThe COVID-19 pandemic was a bolt from the blue. The world never expected it; neither was it prepared. This is a kind of crisis that most of us are unlikely to experience more than once in our lifetimes. Individuals and companies are trying hard to cope and adapt. The truth though is that we constantly deal with crises in our lives. The consequences of some of these crises are far worse than those posed by the pandemic. Imagine being born in Afghanistan in the 1980s or 1990s or being born to a sex worker in any country. Life itself would be a crisis. Yet, some deal with a crisis with equanimity and courage while some others give up. A crisis can be a great opportunity for innovation. Almost every great innovation has been in response to a crisis of some sort. We have seen this in recent times, and we have seen this throughout history. Sailing through a Storm brings us this hope. An inspiring read, this comprises beautiful stories of women and men who dealt with adversity, how they emerged strong and successful, and how drawing from their lives we too can turn the storm around to make it work for us.
Unsung Valour: Forgotten Warriors of the Kurukshetra War
by Indic AcademyDid you know that a little-known Panchala prince, Yudhamanyu, single-handedly defeated the great Duryodhana?Or that Shakuni was a valiant warrior on the battlefield?How did Iravan, the son of Arjuna by Naga Princess Ulupi, rout the whole Gandhara armies all by himself?And how did the ageing king Bhagadatta, perched on his famed elephant Supratika, defeat a whole army of the Pandavas led by Bhima?Loyal. Valiant. Steadfast.They were all that and more. They secured crucial victories. They were indispensable.And yet, there were forgotten. Unsung Valour: Forgotten Warriors of the Kurukshetra War is an attempt by ten writers to bring forth those forgotten warriors of the Mahabharata. Reimagined with passion and devotion, each story brings you a new perspective of the epic as each warrior gears up for his big day on the battlefield. In this epic battle, they are all related by either blood or loyalty.These stories capture the poignance, valour, unsung victories and eventual destinies of the warriors. This is a magnificent attempt to explore the epic in dimensions that have not been explored yet.
Brand New Start: Fast-Start Your Career with the Power of Personal Branding
by Mainak DharStudying in college or business school and wondering what it takes to land your dream job?Early in your career and wondering how to set yourself up for success?Feeling off-track after just a couple of years of working and wondering how to find an opportunity that fits you better? If you find yourself nodding to any of these questions, then this is the book for you. Brand New Start teaches you that a lot of success at the start of your career hinges on how well you understand, articulate and present the most important brand you can work on. You.Combining the wisdom and experience of a CEO gained over two and a half decades in the corporate world with the accessible and engaging storytelling of a bestselling novelist, Brand New Start is a unique book. It will make you reflect, smile, rethink some things you've taken for granted, and ultimately equip you with practical advice on how to build a more authentic, more compelling and more differentiated personal brand as a cornerstone of your career success.
The Billionaire and the Monk: A Simple Story about Finding Extraordinary Happiness
by Vibhor Kumar Singh'Are you happy?'This seemingly straightforward question puts two men from opposite walks of life on a personal journey to find the true meaning of happiness. As their paths cross, the Billionaire who leads a life of luxury and the Monk who once believed in renunciation strike up an unlikely friendship, united by their common goal.In the scenic city of Shangri-La, they soon discover that the greatest wisdom often lies in the simplest truths of life. Donning the roles of teacher and disciple by turns, the two friends show and learn from each other that happiness is in fact a state of mind. And seeking contentment on either end of the spectrum of human experience – be it asceticism or self-indulgence – is futile because joy exists in its purest form in the harmony between simplicity and ambition.As it demystifies the elusive concept of happiness, this thought-provoking tale offers an answer to the oft-asked question: Can one truly be happy?
(Im)perfectly Zero Waste: A No-Nonsense Guide to Living Sustainably in India
by Srini SwaminathanResearch indicates that by 2048 India is set to be the largest waste contributor in the world. The time for us to do something about it is NOW! But how can Indians, especially those living in urban areas, live sustainably? Is a zero-waste lifestyle really possible? In (Im)Perfectly Zero Waste, ardent practitioners of sustainable lifestyles Srini and Shubhashree a¬ffirm that living a zero-waste life is neither as difficult nor as pocket-unfriendly as it is made out to be!In this refreshing, jargon-free guide, you will discover: how to host zero-waste events and sustainable gifting ideas; budget-friendly recipes and easy cleaning substitutes; simple and practical advice to manage and reduce the waste around your home...and more!Filled with information on the growing garbage crisis and peppered with DIYs and easily doable tips, (Im)Perfectly Zero Waste will be the perfect companion on your journey to a more eco-consciouslife and will help you contribute to the planet's well-being. After all, little steps go a long way!
The Everyday Eco-Warrior: 110 Easy Tips for a Zero-Waste Life
by Srini SwaminathanMyth: Products marked 'recyclable' and 'biodegradable' are eco-friendly.Truth: More often than not, these labels are stuck to deceive customers. Most of these products are unlikely to ever fully decompose and might degrade only after several hundred years!We have all come across sustainability practices and tips that are unsustainable in themselves. But these 110 super-easy guidelines from zero-waste practitioners Srini and Shubhashree will simplify and demystify your 'going green' journey, and more importantly, actually help you make a difference. And, the best part is, you don't need to follow everything to the T! There is no one correct way to live sustainably. Going zero-waste is the need of the hour and cultivating some of these earth-happy habits in The Everyday Eco-Warrior will not only help the planet but will also be pocket-friendly in the long run! So, pick the ones that are most feasible for your lifestyle, sprinkle them with some commitment, and you're all set to become an eco-warrior!
LIMITLESS: The Power of Unlocking Your True Potential
by Radhika GuptaThe world is full of possibilities.Each of us has infinite potential to fly.This book tells you how to soar.What do you do when you are rejected for your dream job and can't deal with one more person telling you to be strong? What stops you from asking for that big role at work when you know you have a shot at getting it? For most of us, the world of work isn't easy to navigate and life's challenges rarely have simple answers.In Limitless, Radhika Gupta, one of the youngest CEOs in India's financial services sector and creator of the viral YouTube video 'The Girl with a Broken Neck', offers straight-talking advice on how you can multiply your chances at achieving success. It begins, she says, by investing in the most valuable asset you possess: YOURSELF.Own your ambition. Embrace your uniqueness. Recognize the role your critics will play in your achievements. Build adaptability. Allow rejection to redirect you to your desired destination. Cultivate resilience.Drawing on personal experiences of overcoming adversity and attaining success - her own and those of other achievers - Radhika's deeply inspiring stories and sharp, practical counsel will provide you with all the motivation you need to discover self-confidence and live your best life.
Ashramed: From Chaos to Calm
by Dahlia Sen OberoiAs a new year rounds the corner, Dahlia Sen Oberoi, a hotshot lawyer whose life revolves around court appearances, client meetings and trotting around the globe, finds herself yearning for something more. With a lifelong passion for fitness, Yoga was something that she had dabbled in as an amateur enthusiast. And when she discovers a Yoga teacher's training course offered by an ashram, she forces herself to face the question: If not now, when?And so she sets off on her quest to move away from her uncompromising life as a lawyer and find some calm. Living sans her precious laptop, attending lectures on the Gita, learning and perfecting new asanas, and spending her days washing bartans and cleaning dormitories, is at first a struggle. But gradually, her self-doubt and restlessness wash away. Emotions are kept in rein, arrogance gives way to acceptance, and as Dahlia gets used to this new existence, she rediscovers herself in surprisingly new ways.At once profound and humorous, this delightfully candid account of her 30-day-long transformational sojourn will take readers on a joyous and emotionally rich journey. Ashramed is sprinkled with laughter and wisdom, and the assurance that in life, there are no timestamps, that it is always a good idea to take chances and embark on a journey of self-transformation, and most importantly, that it is never too late to do what you love.
Gift Mindset: Unwrap the 12 Gifts to lead and live a life of purpose, connection and contribution
by Renee Giarrusso'Gift Mindset is a powerhouse of examples of how to change culture in organisations and our everyday connection with the world. I highly recommend that all organisations use this book as a benchmark on how to drive a culture that inspires leadership.’ MICHAEL RITOLI, GM, CUB PREMIUM BEVERAGES AT CARLTON & UNITED BREWERIES‘Renée captures the wisdom of scholars, spiritual leaders, thought leaders and business leaders; however, it’s the insights from her wealth of experience that shine through and are truly priceless. A wonderfully practical, educational, reflective and empowering read.’ KAREN LITTLEPAGE, CHIEF PEOPLE & CULTURE OFFICER, GS1 AUSTRALIA‘The 12 Gifts in Gift Mindset are classic tools for any budding leader; I suggest you read and practise them often.’ BARRY BORZILLO, MANAGING DIRECTOR AND CEO, INTRAX CONSULTING GROUPMost of us experience challenges, crises, sadness and triumphs and success at some point over the years. Life throws us curveballs. Some are made of glass and hard to catch, some bounce off us and others seem to fall straight into our hands. Renée Giarrusso calls these ‘gifts’, and every experience has a gift if we are open to unwrapping it.This beautiful, thought-provoking book explores how to adopt the gift mindset and deepen and develop the 12 Gifts that, if embraced, will bring you greater personal wellbeing and professional success.
Death by Comfort: How modern life is killing us and what we can do about it
by Paul TaylorModern humans are the most overweight, depressed, medicated and addicted cohort of adults that has ever lived, yet life has never been so good!Our sedentary lifestyles and ultra-processed foods are making us overweight and sick. Our thermoneutral environments are making us soft. Our digital world is leaving us physically disconnected. Clearly, something is wrong with modern life.The solution? Embrace discomfort. This book explores the science behind counting your steps, cold showers, intermittent fasting, ‘digital sunsets’, and much, much more – and how it can improve your physical and mental health.Backed by powerful research, Death by Comfort is a fascinating and entertaining exploration of what we need to do in order to survive and thrive in the modern world.
Dear Digital, We Need to Talk: A GUILT-FREE GUIDE TO TAMING YOUR TECH HABITS AND THRIVING IN A DISTRACTED WORLD
by Kristy Goodwin DrOverwhelmed? Under the pump? Stressed? Time poor? Exhausted? Distracted? Then, you need to have a serious look at how the always-on, digital world is contributing to these symptoms. Dear Digital, We need to talk starts the conversation.It’s not about taking a #digitaldetox (in fact, you’ll find out why detoxes don’t work), or about throwing away your laptop or cancelling your Netflix subscription.Instead, this practical, fascinating and realistic book provides brain-based strategies to cultivate healthy and helpful digital habits that work with, rather than against, your brain and body. You’ll learn how to:• establish digital boundaries• adopt neuro-productivity principles• disable digital distractions• unplug for rest and recovery.Dear Digital, We Need to Talk will help you take back control of your attention and use technology in ways that will support your productivity and wellbeing at home and in the workplace.
Employable: 7 Attributes to Assure Your Working Future
by Roxanne CalderA must-read for every step in your professional life.’ Julia Ross, business magnate and founder of Julia Ross Group‘An essential weapon in the battle against job uncertainty or insecurity.’ Greg Savage, bestselling author and recruitment expertWhat happens if you lose your job, or decide to move on? Do you have the skills that make you immediately employable in the workforce of today?Expert recruiter and author Roxanne Calder knows that current employers seek employees with a thirst for knowledge and great interpersonal skills; who display dependability; resilience; self-awareness; self-confidence and optimism. These are the 7 attributes she explores in the book.Whether you are a graduate or school leaver, a parent or carer returning to work, or at a crossroads wondering whether to retire or continue in the workforce, there is invaluable information within these pages for you. And there’s an employable toolkit to help you custom-build your résumé and cover letter and ace your next interview.
Addictions: Elements, History, Treatments, and Research (Health and Psychology Sourcebooks)
by Frances R. FrankenburgThis book offers an accessible and comprehensive yet compact description of various forms of addiction, a disorder suffered by one in every 10 people in the United States.Now thought of as a brain disorder, addiction affects millions of individuals, their families, and society at large. Written by experts who treat people with addiction, this text provides an up-to-date explanation of different addictions with respect to their history, treatments, and related research. Readers will understand the causes, complications, and treatment of addictions after reading this text.Chapters cover the most serious addictions to drugs—alcohol, tobacco, opioids, stimulants, inhalants, and sedative hypnotics—and to highly addictive activity now recognized as a behavioral addiction, gambling. Research into these addictions and treatments for each specific addiction are reviewed. Chapters also consider rapidly changing issues related to addiction, including the increase in deaths due to the opioid epidemic, the evolving legal status of marijuana, and the use of hallucinogens in therapy. In addition to forms of addiction, the text addresses the neurobiology of addiction; brain pathways involved in addiction are just beginning to be understood.