Relationship & Family
Dangerous Personalities
Joe Navarro
A former FBI profiler shares his insights on how to identify and protect yourself from dangerous personalities. Learn to recognize the traits and behaviors of narcissists, emotionally unstable individuals, paranoids, and predators, and develop strategies to safeguard your emotional, psychological, financial, and physical well-being.
When Nietzsche Wept
Irvin Yalom
In Vienna, 1882, a drama unfolds as Lou Salomé seeks the help of Dr. Josef Breuer to save Friedrich Nietzsche from despair. This novel explores a fictional encounter between the doctor and the philosopher, delving into the depths of the human psyche and the power of the 'talking cure'.
The CBT Workbook for Mental Health
Simon Rego
A practical workbook offering simple exercises based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help readers change negative thought patterns, improve their mental health, and enhance their overall well-being. It covers topics like self-esteem, relationships, stress management, and more.
Uniquely Human
Barry M. Prizant
A compassionate and insightful guide to understanding autism, challenging conventional approaches and emphasizing the importance of empathy, understanding, and support. This book offers a refreshing perspective on autism, promoting a more humanistic and effective way of helping individuals on the spectrum thrive.
The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog
Bruce D. Perry
A compassionate and insightful exploration into the world of traumatized children, offering hope and understanding through compelling case studies and the power of human connection. Discover how love, support, and encouragement can help children heal and build healthy lives.
Waking the Tiger
Peter A. Levine
Explore the revolutionary approach to healing trauma by understanding the bi-directional communication between our thoughts and our physiology. Discover how the body is a healer and how the psychological scars of trauma are reversible. A must-read for professionals and laypeople alike, this book offers insights into resolving and healing traumas, potentially saving humanity from self-destruction.
The Emotional Lives of Teenagers
Lisa Damour
A guide to understanding and supporting the emotional lives of teenagers. It dispels myths about adolescent emotions, addresses gender differences, and offers practical advice for parents on helping teens express and manage their feelings. The book emphasizes the importance of emotional discomfort in promoting growth and provides a framework for fostering emotional strength in adolescents.
My Stroke of Insight
Jill Bolte Taylor
A neuroanatomist recounts her experience of having a stroke and the insights she gained about the brain and consciousness during her recovery. This book weaves together academic knowledge with personal experience, offering a unique perspective on the beauty and resilience of the human brain.