Book and CD Reviews May 2007

‘Live with Dr. Fred Baughman’

In the last 30 years, the field of psychiatry has transformed childhood into a disease through the label of ADHD. That's exactly what Dr. Fred Baughman, a pediatric neurologist and fellow of the American Association of Neurologists explores in this downloadable interview from Truth Publishing.

Dr. Baughman is one of the few neurological experts that is willing come forward with the truth about ADHD and the mass drugging of America's children.

Have you ever wondered why other countries don't have this explosion of mental illness in their kids? Have you ever wondered why people in your parent's generation didn't have these problems? The answers are all right here in this interview.

Plus, Dr. Baughman shares his latest book on the subject, and a DVD warning to parents about the latest epidemic of childhood diagnosis, who is profiting from it, and how the label could hurt their child for life - not to mention the risk of heart attack, stroke, drug abuse and all the other side effects that children on ADHD drugs experience.

Dr. Baughman shares 'startling facts' such as:
* What group wants four out of every ten children diagnosed as ADHD
* How brain ‘disorders’ lack an objective standard
* Why an ADHD-labelled child will have trouble getting healthcare coverage, getting a job, or getting into the military
* How diseases are created by a ‘show of hands’
* How parents, teachers and school districts are getting paid for ADHD diagnoses
* How many psychiatric experts are owned by the pharmaceutical industry
* The law the Bush Administration put into action that will REQUIRE your child to be screened for ADHD
* Adult ADHD ‘recruiting’ centres where 80 percent are diagnosed as ADHD
* How the FDA lobbied another country to keep dangerous ADHD drugs on the market after fatalities occured
* Why your grandparents were never diagnosed with ADHD
* What percentage of kids walk out of their first psychiatric visit with an ADHD diagnosis
* How taxpayers foot the bill for every ADHD diagnosis

Download 'Live with Dr. Fred Baughman'right now and read it for yourself:

http://downloads.truthpublishing.com/LivewithFredBaughman.pdf


Biomedicine

This Textbook for Practitioners of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine describes the clinical presentation and treatment of the major diseases seen in Western medical practice today.

It also red-flag cases that need urgent referral to an MD or emergency room, shows how to confidently interact with Western medical and deccribes improved diagnostic skills and physical exam techniques and new scientific approaches for treating cardiovascular diseases and cancer.

Web: http://www.jcm.co.uk/product.php?catID=279&opener=0-196-279&productID=8171


Electroacupuncture: A Practical Manual

This book claims to be the first comprehensive overview of modern acupuncture methods for 20 years, offering a clear and accessible guide to an increasingly popular form of acupuncture practice. It is designed for both technically and non-technically minded readers.

It also:
• Provides a basis for immediate practical application in a variety of clinical situations
• Case studies from expert practitioners in the field illustrate the variety of possible approaches
• Only book on the subject to offer both practical suggestions and thorough exploration of the research behind the practice
• Bridges the gap between traditional and modern scientific approaches to acupuncture
• Sifts and sorts what is often confusing or highly technical material into manageable and practical information
• Includes an interactive CD-ROM containing over 15,000 references
• Fully searchable database of more than 8,000 clinical studies is accessible via the accompanying CD-ROM and website
• Includes material from thousands of studies never before available in English - translated from Chinese, Russian, Ukrainian and other European languages
• Database includes material from thousands of studies never before available in English - translated from Chinese, Russian, Ukrainian and other European languages
• Comprehensive glossary defines and explains important concepts

Web: http://www.jcm.co.uk/product.php?catID=279&opener=0-196-279&productID=7699


Management of Post-operative Pain

This book provides a thorough exploration of the management of post-operative pain with acupuncture, with knowledge on the theory and practical skills of the treatment with acupuncture in order to obtain better therapeutic results.

The book is further described as the only book available offering acupuncturists the opportunity to manage the treatment skilfully;

• Comprehensively covers all kinds of pain after the operation
• Highlights the importance of treatment differentiation, point selection, point explanations and modifications, hereby providing as much knowledge on treatment as possible
• In addition to acupuncture treatment, also includes relevant information for example on auricular acupuncture, electroacupuncture and point injection
• Written by an experienced and well-known author in the field

Web: http://www.jcm.co.uk/product.php?catID=279&opener=0-196-279&productID=8170


The Channels of Acupuncture

This book illuminates and examines the art of traditional Chinese acupuncture with this in-depth look at the secondary channels and other key structures encompassing the human body in Chinese anatomy (Review by Giovanni Maciocia).

This book describes in detail the pathways, pathology, diagnosis, and treatment of the Luo, Muscle, and Divergent secondary channels, as well as other key structures such as the Cou Li and Huang membranes, and gives a thorough, clear overview of subjects poorly understood and incompletely covered in other English language texts.

Over one third of the book is dedicated to the Eight Extraordinary Channels, providing the reader with the most in-depth information available in the English language. Drawing on his broad clinical experience, the author covers the energetic physiology, pathology and points by body area, providing ease of access for both the student and practitioner of acupuncture. The Channels of Acupuncture presents comprehensive and clear information on an essential part of traditional Chinese medicine.

Features:
* Covers key channels not thoroughly discussed in other texts, giving all students and practitioners detailed and clear material to guide them in their practice of acupuncture.
* Offers new information and insight on other key body structures in Chinese medicine including extraordinary vessels as well as the Cou Li and Huang membranes.
* Clear illustrations depict the exact channel pathways, diminishing any confusion about their location.
* Case histories and research from Giovanni Maciocia present a wide range of experiences and examples of clinical practice and study.

ISBN 9780443103797

Web: http://www.chinesemedicinetimes.com/product.php?xProd=117&xSec=1


M.D. Martial Arts - The Scientific approach
by Sifu Marc Davis

Written for both, students and experts, this new book by Martial Arts Master Sifu Marc Davis aims at sharing the real essence of the martial arts with its readers. With over 25 years experience in the martial arts, Sifu Marc has not only developed his own 'all encompassing' system, practical in every way, adapted for modern life and times, he has also compiled a large amount of his knowledge into this fascinating book.

With a scientific approach, integrating ancient Chinese philosophy and wisdom, M.D. Martial Arts encourages the reader to acknowledge and train the physical aspects of our being and to move beyond into the realms of mind development.

In this book, Sifu Marc gives several methods of Chi Gong breathing exercises and meditations used in the martial arts, three of which he believes to be the most effective to attain a high state of 'togetherness' between mind and body.
This kind of mental training helps the individual to become much stronger as a whole and leads to the ability to have complete control over ones emotions and ultimately conquering your greatest fears.

As well as mind training, the author also discusses the preparation of the body for physical practice and combat as well as muscular and cardiovascular development. A chapter on nutrition for the martial artist is also included in this book written by Dr. Amy Davis.

Amongst the 184 pages of this book, the reader will also be taken through basic to advanced techniques, the four ranges of combat, pressure points, weaponry and the principles and philosophies of martial arts and the MD system.

This book is truly inspirational, opening up the reader to the vast world of the Martial Arts, encouraging the student along a fulfilling journey.

Web: http://www.md-martialarts.com

To order a copy of this book, email: mdmartialarts@yahoo.co.uk or call 07960 599125


Embracing Menopause: A Yoga Path to Peace and Power (DVD)

Honouring menopause, the beginning of an important life transition for boomers, is the overriding theme of this inspirational and empowering yoga programme.

It is a perfect way to re-dedicate yourself to health and vitality through the menopause transition.

Throughout this award-winning programme Susan Winter Ward encourages you to be centred, energetic and loving during the menopause process and into your next 50 years!

Challenging the commonly held paradigm of aging as the end of beauty and reativity, Susan shows that the menopause journey is a beginning, a time to celebrate your maturity.

In this acclaimed programme you will find support in becoming more powerful and energetic, less fearful and more accepting.

Through this yoga programme, you can own your highest vision of yourself.

Susan explains the benefits of yoga for healthy aging, guides breathing, and offers easy alternative and restorative poses, accompanied by Medwyn Goodall's inspirational music, ‘Medicine Woman.’

Web: http://yogaheart.com/products/menopause.php


The Federation of Holistic Therapists Sponsors New Childbirth DVD for Parents-to-be

The Federation of Holistic Therapists is sponsoring a new DVD, produced by The National Childbirth Trust, showing birth as it has never been seen before. The film combines information and real life stories from real women - including top TV presenter and mother of three, Davina McCall, who tells her personal home birth story.

The new Happy Birth Day DVD is designed to show how women and their partners can help themselves to have the best birth possible. Featuring Alison Hammond, presenter on ITV's This Morning, it follows two very different women and their midwives through pregnancy and birth, and shows how the choices they make about their care influence the birth they have and the way they feel about it.

The DVD provides parents-to-be with answers about what really makes a difference and why. It explains the options available when making key decisions, such as how to choose where to give birth and who can provide support. These, along with the other choices discussed, are known to have an effect on the sort of birth a woman has. The DVD also discusses how to improve the chances of a straightforward birth.

As one of the 13 organisations sponsoring the DVD, the Federation of Holistic Therapists has produced a short advertisement, which appears on the DVD in between the documentary-style footage about how parents can prepare for the birth of their baby.

Jackie Palmer, Chief Executive for the FHT comments on the development of the DVD:

‘We were delighted that the NCT asked us to support the production of this useful DVD. We have been looking at ways of promoting the far-reaching benefits of complementary therapies in pregnancy and labour for some time.
With this DVD, viewers will now be aware that they can positively broaden their ante natal and birthing experiences with many complementary therapies.
Furthermore, complementary therapies can also have very positive benefits in the early years of motherhood; for example baby massage techniques can improve the bond between mother and baby, while there are treatments that can successfully deal with post- natal depression.

We strongly recommend viewers consult a fully qualified and insured therapist, many of whom are FHT Members and can be found on our website, http://www.fht.org.uk.’

Belinda Phipps, Chief Executive of the NCT said:

‘We are thankful for the sponsorship and support of the Federation of Holistic Therapists in the making of this DVD, which provides genuine, accurate and well-presented information to help parents-to-be make the right choices around the birth of their baby. There is too much existing TV material showing birth as an overly dramatic and traumatic experience, and with labours appearing to last only 5-10 minutes. We want to ensure accurate, evidence-based information is available for women to understand their options. That's why, the NCT is giving away a limited number of DVDs free with its Bumps and Babies magazine, to make sure all mums have the best chance possible of a Happy Birth Day.’

TV presenter and NCT home birth ambassador, Davina McCall, said:

‘I was lucky enough to talk to a good friend when I was expecting my first baby. She talked about birth in such glowing terms that I thought how lovely it sounded so I decided home birth was right for me. My labour and births were very straightforward and really really amazing. Having choices is so important. Whatever your choice is, it's the right one for you.’

The DVD and magazine are available free-of-charge to any mum-to-be in the UK. Its production is part of the charity's aim to enable all parents to have a life-enhancing experience of pregnancy, birth and being a new parent.

To order your copy of Bumps and Babies please contact NCT Enquiries on 0870 444 8707 or order online at http://www.nct.org.uk. Alternatively, if you have any specific enquiries, questions or concerns relating to pregnancy and birth, you can call the NCT's Pregnancy and Birth Line on 0870 444 8709 (Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm)


Acupuncture for Stroke Rehabilitation: Three Decades of Information from China

‘There are millions of people living with long term disability due to stroke. With the information in this book, we can help them live a better life.’

• Classical & standard contemporary acupuncture for emergency & rehabilitation
• Running needle, moxibustion, electro-acupuncture, magneto- therapy & herbal patches
• Special protocols by famous contemporary practitioners
• Body, scalp, ear, tongue, wrist- ankle, & ocular acupuncture
• The outcomes of scores of clinical trials proving acupuncture's efficacy in the treatment of stroke

Web: http://www.jcm.co.uk/product.php


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