books about: illness     books:       Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies81 reviews Marina S. Kurian, Barbara Thompson, ... For Dummies, 2005 Great Reference Book I bought this book prior to my July 2009 GBS surgery. It is the best book on the subject, by far. The sections are broken down in order with a lot of information on every aspect of GBS/Lap Band you would need to know prior to and post surgery. I loaned it to a friend of mine and wish I had kept it as it is a very useful guide to everything from food, water, protein, post surgery emotions, ...             Final Gifts: Understanding and Helping the Dying212 reviews Patricia Kelley, Maggie Callaghan Hodder & Stoughton Religious, 1994 Hope at a scary time In the middle of caring for my 50-year-old husband during his dying process my hair dresser gave me a copy of this book. I was so scared that I wouldn't know what to do, how to care for him and I would cause more pain than be a source of strength or comfort. I am a Believer, a Follower of Jesus. I didn't see this book as going against anything I believed. I saw it has a tool, information for ...             One Child (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition)182 reviews Torey Hayden Turtleback, 1995 Fantastic. I'm a sophomore in high school at an assembly one day, this book was mentioned. It seemed interesting so I bought a copy from on here. I must say this book was a fantastic read. Hayden as an author is wonderful and the story really caught my attention and grabbed hold of my heart. This was one of those books that I would not put down. It left me tearing and very curious as to where Shelia is ...             Till Death Do Us Part (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition)75 reviews Lurlene McDaniel Turtleback, 1997 This was an amazing book It was so sad that in the end i cried. I know what its like to loose someone close to my heart and it made i easier to relate to this book. The book kept me wanting to know what would happen to April and Mark. It showed me that it's just as hard fo other people to go through hard times.             How to Survive the Loss of a Love182 reviews Peter McWilliams, Harold H. Bloomfield Prelude Press, 1991 Like comfort food for the damaged heart This book is a gem. It is like gourmet, comfort food for the broken heart and mind. With a rhythm that is slow but steady, just like the natural healing process, the authors give richly wise and consoling advice for dealing with the loss of a love: from the beginning when the mind and heart are devastated to the end when you are coming back together again, gaining strength to forgive and move ...             Don't Die, My Love262 reviews Lurlene McDaniel Laurel Leaf, 1995 5 stars!!!!! This was the first book I ever read by Lulene McDonald and I just have to say be readdy to cry your eyes out if u reed this book. It is very well written. I could not put this book down, and believe me I usually don't like romance stories but this one was really good. So I highly recomend this book.             In Her Wake80 reviews Basic Books, 2009 An absolutely wonderful read! I laughed, teared up, and marveled at the author's use of vocabulary and ability to communicate so directly. What a powerful family, and moving story. A beautiful weaving of past events, the author's current life, and salient information regarding suicide. Thanks to her prose, I felt as if I was going through the journey with the author; and certainly enjoyed her explanations, world view, and ...             Small Steps: The Year I Got Polio78 reviews Peg Kehret Albert Whitman & Company, 1996 Small Steps: The Year I Got Polio This was an excellent book that very accurately described what children experienced when they contracted polio in the 1940's and 1950's. It was well written to be read quickly by an older child or by an adult to any child or just for their own education. Peg Kehret's memories will help as a base in any discussion of polio; what happens, how it was treated and in some cases overcome, and what ...             Healing After Loss173 reviews HarperCollins, 2009 Very helpful book This book should be in every household. It is very simple to use, it has one page for each day of the year. My sister used it following the death of her beloved husband and now she is living life to the fullest once again. I bought two, one to keep and one to pass on to someone in need.             Hope and Help for Your Nerves (Signet)112 reviews Claire Weekes Signet, 1990 Ahhh, sweet salvation... You just have to be willing to apply the concepts! As someone who has suffered from anxiety and panic for the last 12 years, this book could not have come at a better time. Many days, even getting through the workday is a struggle, an I feel like I'm dying right here at my desk! Dr. Weekes' book is a quick and easy read (and from what I can tell, she speaks like a British person... her ...             Can I Tell You About Asperger Syndrome?: A Guide for Friends and Family64 reviews Jude Welton Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2003 Both of us learning about AS....my son and I. Every school year for the last three years we have found a book regarding my son's disorders....ADHD,Tourettes and AS. I came up with this idea from a book that I read and have found it useful. My son is going to be in sixth grade this fall and this book was still age appropriate. The language in it was at a level of understanding without all the big termnology. I have purchased five of these ...             Quiet Room62 reviews Lori Schiller, Amanda Bennett Hachette Audio, 1994 Great book! Great price! Great service! The book arrived as promised--in good condition and on time (actually before I expected it). Couldn't ask for better service.             The Blood Pressure Miracle65 reviews Frank Mangano Strategic Book Publishing, 2008 A must read! I have been under a Dr.'s care for many years - They gave me many different medications that caused terrible side affects. I am blessed to have found this book. Living medication free is truly wonderful! I feel great following the advice in this book. My husband is now reading it! Buy the book you will not be disappointed!             Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking56 reviews Allen Carr Arcturus Publishing, 2002 Great tool!! This has helped me and several of my friends to quit smoking. Great way to prepare to quit smoking.             Dr. Patrick Walsh's Guide to Surviving Prostate Cancer, Second Edition51 reviews Patrick C. Walsh, Janet Farrar Worthington Wellness Central, 2007 Surviving Prostate Cancer If you have questions, and everyone facing a diagnosis of prostate cancer has questions, this book will be a valuable resource. Technical, yet written in way that's understandable. Dr. Walsh puts it all out there in a truthful, no nonsense manner that's delivered with compassion. If you or a loved one has prostate issues, you'll want this book.             Ryan White: My Own Story66 reviews Ryan White, Ann Marie Cunningham Turtleback Books: A Division of Sanval, 1999 He was my friend Today is World AIDS Day and each year I remember my childhood friend, Ryan White. His sister and I were both Rollerskaters and skated in the same skating rinks. Knowing Ryan personally and having his book for years now, it is still a story that resonates with me. It is true, thoughtful, and in his own words. I'll never forget the hatred the spewed from the city of Kokomo against him. It was ...             Finding Life in the Land of Alzheimer's: One Daughter's Hopeful Story54 reviews Lauren Kessler Penguin (Non-Classics), 2008 Unforgettable! A "Must-Read" "Dancing With Rose" ("Finding Life in the Land of Alzheimer's") was one of the most tender, poignant and moving stories I've ever encountered. On so many levels, it is memorable. I don't have any personal experience (yet) with Alzheimer's, but this book has prepared me to embrace it in a different way than I certainly would have. I applaud Lauren's courage to admit her fears and weaknesses ...             Widow To Widow: Thoughtful, Practical Ideas For Rebuilding Your Life57 reviews Genevieve Davis Ginsburg Da Capo Press, 1997 Thoughtful, humorous and helpful I've read this book at least three times. I refer to it often when I need a little bit of compassion. It's a great book for widows, and my personal favorite. I love the humor as well as the tenderness. After reading others, I'd feel comfortable giving this book to a new widow because I know how it helped me.             In Search of the Miraculous (Audio Literature Presents)67 reviews P. D. Ouspensky Audio Literature, 1994 A Must Read Have you been searching for spiritual truth and have had to traverse the myriad of paths? This is the book to read as it contains what one truly needs to know in one book. The teachings contained in this book plants the seeds for the expansion of mind for higher consciousness.             The Narcissistic Family: Diagnosis and Treatment52 reviews Stephanie Donaldson-Pressman, Robert M. Pressman MacMillan Publishing Company, 1994 Best book on the topic The Narcissistic Family is a family-based diagnostic and treatment approach based on both family and psychoanalytic perspectives on (pathological) narcissism. I loved the book, for both personal and professional use. The reader senses from the examples that these are expert therapists who treat some of the most difficult problems around. They give an amplified description of the Narcissus ...              search for books alzheimer, asperger, binding, daughter, diagnosis, edition, finding, friends, healing, helping, library, literature, miracle, miraculous, narcissistic, patrick, practical, presents, pressure, prostate, rebuilding, smoking, surgery, survive, surviving, syndrome, thoughtful, treatment, turtleback, understanding books:    Kindle - Amazon's New Wireless Reading Device This is the future of book reading. I have used it and love it! randomly chosen DVD: The Phantom of the Opera [Blu-ray] home  impressum - about us