Health Systems

In this volume, Dr. Stephen W. Porges—the originator of Polyvagal Theory—presents a collection of recent writings that showcase the wide-ranging applications of the polyvagal perspective. The writings update the theory and delve into sociality, safety and threat, trauma, functional medicine, vagal nerve stimulation, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, addiction, compassion, management, and dance movement therapy. This newest volume of Dr. Porges's work demonstrates how adopting a polyvagal perspective enriches our understanding of biobehavioral processes in diverse domains.

Julie Flygare was on an ambitious path to success, entering law school at age 22, when narcolepsy destroyed the neurological boundaries between dreaming and reality in her brain. She faced terrifying hallucinations, paralysis, and excruciating sleepiness, aspects of dream sleep taking place while wide awake. Yet, narcolepsy was a wake-up call for Julie. Her illness propelled her onto a journey she never imagined, from lying paralyzed on her apartment floor to dancing euphorically at a nightclub; from the classrooms of Harvard Medical School to the start line of the Boston Marathon.

Dr. Oliver Sacks argues the migraine cannot be understood simply as an illness, but must be viewed as a complex condition with a unique role to play in each individual's life.

Feel overwhelmed, emotionally reactive, or stuck in your own head? You’re not broken—you just need better tools. In today’s noisy, fast-paced world, mental clarity and emotional balance aren’t luxuries—they’re survival skills. Whether you're battling anxiety, burnout, low mood, or simply trying to feel more in control of your life, Mastering Your Mental Health gives you a simple, science-backed roadmap to build the inner calm and focus you’ve been searching for. This isn’t just another self-help book filled with vague advice. You’ll get practical, psychology-based ...

Dive into a rejuvenating world where ancient wisdom converges with modern understanding in "Touching Health," an eBook designed to guide you through the transformative practice of acupressure for digestive wellness. Imagine unlocking the body's own remarkable healing abilities and finding natural relief from digestive discomforts that have become all too common in today's fast-paced world. This could soon be your reality. Embark on a journey that begins with understanding the underlying philosophy of healing from within, exploring the historical roots that make acupressure a time-honored ...

Ready to stop feeling frustrated after countless attempts to heal that fell short? It’s time to experience something different! This book offers an actionable guide to somatic therapy, blending mind-body techniques for lasting relief. Inside, you will find: Easy exercises to reduce stress and anxiety. Simple techniques that soothe your nervous system and restore your body's sense of safety.

Emily Lipinski is a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine; she also has thyroid disease. She struggled for years to get a correct diagnosis and then to control her symptoms. Through devoting herself to research, and working with her own patients, she found that healing the thyroid requires much more than prescription medication. A no-nonsense companion for the millions of thyroid disease sufferers, Healing Your Thyroid Naturally incorporates the latest research in thyroid health while also offering a practical plan.

After she was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease in her early 20s, Phoebe Lapine felt overwhelmed by her doctor's strict protocols and confused when they directly conflicted with information on the best-seller list. After experiencing mixed results and a life of deprivation that seemed unsustainable at best, she adopted 12 of her own wellness directives - including eliminating sugar, switching to all-natural beauty products, and getting in touch with her spiritual side.

Her sentence didn’t end in court—it followed her home. For many women, probation is anything but a break. It’s a daily battle against stigma, surveillance, poverty, and emotional exhaustion. In Shackled but Strong, author Steven Doornbos shines a powerful light on the unique struggles faced by women on probation—and the quiet resilience that carries them through it. With deeply human stories, accessible tools, and a compassionate lens, this book explores: How probation affects women differently than men The emotional toll of shame, isolation, and survival Cultural barriers, racial ...

Most people think meditation is a technique to empty the mind. But it can do much, much more than that. Based on the meditation techniques and mental exercises of some of the greatest thinkers of all time, Focused Mind, Powerful Mind is an advanced mind-development program that doesn't just teach you how to set aside time to do different meditation techniques.

Drug overdoses are now the leading cause of death for Americans un­der the age of 50, claiming more lives than the AIDS epidemic did at its peak. Opioid abuse accounts for two-thirds of these overdoses, with over 100 Americans dying from opioid overdoses every day. Now Overcoming Opioid Addiction provides a comprehensive medical guide for opioid use disorder (OUD) sufferers, their loved ones, clinicians, and other professionals. Here is expertly presented, urgently needed in­formation and guidance

Humans are resilient. In fact, we're built to endure trauma. Whether facing chronic pain, invasive surgery, or debilitating injury, we're capable of healing, repairing, and adapting to return even stronger. But sometimes the road to recovery feels like a journey with no end. During these times, we need a new path forward with an ally in healing that's been there all along: the nervous system. In The NeuFit Method, Garrett Salpeter helps you reconnect with the nervous system and improve outcomes at every stage of rehab and fitness.

Now in its third edition, Stronger After Stroke gives the power of recovery to the listeners by providing simple-to-follow instructions for reaching the highest possible level of recovery. The audiobook's neuroplastic recovery model stresses repetition of task-specific practice, proper scheduling of practice, setting goals, and measuring progress to achieve optimal results. Researcher Peter G. Levine breaks down the science and gives survivors evidence-based tools to retrain the brain and take charge of recovery.

There are millions of people who experience issues related to brain health—depression, attention issues, anxiety, forgetfulness, fatigue, and even chronic pain—yet can't figure out what's causing their problems and can't find any relief. They may have seen a myriad of doctors, many of whom do not take their complaints seriously, or worse, turn to medications. David Younger's diagnostic techniques and treatment protocols will help listeners identify the true cause of their symptoms and put them on a path to healing so they no longer feel unbalanced, out of control, and exhausted.

10 Easy Ways to Super Charge Your Immune System, plus 10 power secrets to boost your overall health

This revised and updated edition contains the most current information on celiac disease, gluten intolerance, and gluten sensitivity. It examines the disease's many manifestations and includes an entire section devoted to coping with the psychological aspects of living with a chronic illness and following a gluten-free diet. It also includes a guide to ingredients and safe grains, a selection of gluten-free manufacturers, and a list of national and international support groups.

La resistencia a la insulina a menudo viene con niveles más altos de azúcar en la sangre que pueden causar fatiga y confusión mental. Siguiendo los consejos proporcionados en los siguientes capítulos, su energía volverá y su mente se agudizará. ¡No sufra resistencia a la insulina por un día más! Este libro le proporcionará toda la información que necesita para aprender cómo se vuelve resistente a la insulina y hacer los cambios que salvan vidas ahora.

By presenting the autism diagnosis through the lens of a disordered nervous system-that is, by applying Polyvagal Theory-this book opens new avenues for intervention and treatment, while challenging age-old assumptions of what autism means and how it presents itself.

In Curable journalist and health care advocate Travis Christofferson looks at medicine through a magnifying glass and asks an important question: What if the roots of the current US health care crisis are psychological and systemic, perpetuated not just by corporate influence and the powers that be, but by you and me? Curable outlines the future of medicine, detailing brilliant examples of new health care systems that prove we can do better. It turns out we have more control over our health (and happiness) than we think.

Take Back Your Health: Heal Inflammation, Boost Energy & Enjoy Delicious AIP Meals Without the Stress! Are you waking up exhausted, even after a full night’s sleep? Do aches, brain fog, and digestive issues make everyday life a struggle? Have you tried every diet and supplement, only to see little to no improvement? If you’re battling chronic inflammation, autoimmune symptoms, or gut issues, you’re not alone. Millions of people just like you feel trapped in a cycle of pain, fatigue, and confusion—searching for a way to reclaim their health. But here’s the truth: Most diets and ...