In the spring of 2004, James Bean faced a failed marriage, the death of his father, and a floundering career in comedy-with no one to talk to. He began visualizing a world without him and planned the details of his suicide. The world would go on, and he would become a statistic, particularly in Las Vegas, where the suicide rate is uncommonly high. Minutes before taking his life, however, Bean realized his life had been an incredible journey, and he thought seriously of his love for his five-year-old daughter.

In When the Humor Is Gone, Bean shares an honest and inspiring look at suicide as he recounts his brush with death and recalls how he was able to move past his suicidal thoughts. Through his experiences with depression and suicide and the recollections of others who have endured the suicidal death of a loved one, Bean offers advice for getting therapy, obtaining family support, and finding purpose and meaning in life.

When the Humor Is Gone presents Bean's love letter to the world-his legacy of care, hope, and empathy for those who are living under the gripping vice of depression.

When will there be normal solutions for the emotional pains of normal people? In recent times, it has become quite difficult to tell what is normal from what is abnormal in any mind. Any attempt to define what is "normal" tends to raise unnecessary debates due to one of the ABCs of the mind - its fluidity. However what is more important in the midst of unhelpful arguments and debates are people suffering in an epidemic of unhappiness. Unfortunately, because there are no statutory services for normal people who are suffering psychologically, but are not mentally disordered per se, the treatments for disordered people are routinely offered to normal people to little or no avail. By focusing on the fundamentals of the mind, this book uses the normality of difficult emotional experiences, their natural antidotes and prevention to offer a route to happiness and fulfillment.

Physical health is irrelevant if it is accompanied by unhappiness and failure. In this book, Ron Teeguarden explains how and when to take tonic herbs and shows how this practice increases wisdom, physical vitality, sexual vigour, mental acuity and many more facets of a full and energetic life.

The Truth About Air Electricity & Health was written for one reason: to help us live the healthy, happy and vibrant life we have always wanted. It hopes to bring across the message that we are the result of what we take into our bodies including the air that we breathe. It also teaches how we can harness the curative power of fresh electrifed air for the healing of the body and mind. We will learn: - Why Air Electricity is Essential to our Life and Well-Being - How to Create a Healthy Indoor Environment - The Intelligent Way to Eliminate Stress - The 7 Steps to a Strong Immune System - How to Defeat Asthma and Allergies - How to Help Children with Learning Difficulties - The 5 Steps to Quick Recovery Time and a Shorter Hospital Stay - The Complete Checklist for Overcoming Sleep Problems - How to Enhance our Sexual Health for Better Relationships - The 8 things to Consider When Shopping for An Air Purifier

Su libro despertara a los lectores para reaccionar y tomar su destino en sus propias manos, en vez de seguir - como un rebano - las falsas promesas de la industria farmaceutica y sus asociados (los cientificos y medicos de hoy).

WARNING: HOME CHEF AT WORK Fine dining at home with family and friends is one of life's true pleasures, yet the kitchen can be a dangerous place. Fire, electricity, heat, scalding hot water, smoke, sharp knives and culinary gizmos and gadgets all present dangers that would not go unnoticed in any environment other than the kitchen. Combined with wine and alcohol, it's no wonder that accidental kitchen fires are the #1 source of home fires and fire injuries, with cuts, burns, bruises and choking incidents the leading reasons for hospital emergency room visits. The Home Chef's Emergency Medical Guide is a useful kitchen companion for every home chef, whether he or she is toiling over a sizzling saute pan, wielding a razor-sharp Japanese chopping knife or blowtorching a creme brulee. While not a substitute for professional medical treatment, this is a first-line guide to prevention and emergency care amid the mayhem that often occurs preparing a fine meal at home. Jack Sholl is a science and medical writer. Illustrations: Jamie Cooper Editorial direction: Veronica Rodriguez

This unique one-volume reference guide provides positive and empowering biographical sketches of 100 famous and well-known adoptees throughout time, serving to counter the many negative stereotypes that exist that exist about people who were adopted, fostered, or lived in orphanages. This work looks at the lives of people who, despite circumstances in their childhood, were able to succeed in making important contributions to art, music, science, literature, politics, and entrepreneurship. This work answers the call to obtaining difficult-to-find information about well-known adoptees. High school students and general readers who are interested in learning more about positive role models in adoption and children's issues will find this book invaluable.

McCaslin outlines the parameters she used for inclusion in the book, and then discusses the history of adoption from ancient civilization to today's society. Each entry focuses on the early life of the subject, as well as his or her career and achievements. Entries include Aristotle, Edward Albee, Ingrid Bergman, Oksana Baiul, Ella Fitzgerald, Faith Hill, Marilyn Monroe, Dave Thomas, Orson Welles and many more.

Darryl Hester is a new, strong and idealistic writer. His focus is on dreamers, reality, love and horror. His passionate poetry and short stories are those that we all can somewhat relate to. Born in Oxford, North Carolina, Darryl has shared with us his life experiences through his poetry. So boldly he shares with us the first chapter of his book, which is to follow that which is entitled "Gangsta."

An honest and inspiring memoir of Karen Dye-Walker's struggle with obesity, systemic Lupus and Bipolar Disorder. Karen chronicles her experience with humor, faith and encouragement to all those suffering with similar health issues.

THE RECRUIT: - Life Lessons - is a refreshing down-to-earth book that promotes Personal Growth and develops Leadership Skills. Many times, we find ourselves saying, "I wish I had learned that lesson, received that information or understood that concept earlier in life." The author, Brian L. Pauling, CPA, shares some of his personal experiences, Life Lessons, so you do not have that regret. He writes these experiences in a manner that captivates and persuades people of all ages to become a Recruit of Life Lessons. Lessons that you apply to a function at work, OR to finances at home, OR to your children are great. However, LIFE LESSONS, those that you can apply to every aspect of your life, mean so much more.

Chemoprevention is an innovative area of cancer research that focuses on the prevention of cancer through pharmacologic, biologic, and nutritional intervention. As originally described, this involves the primary prevention of initiation and the secondary prevention, delay, or reversal of promotion and progression. Several agents have demonstrated cancer preventive risk reduction in large phase three clinical trials in individuals with an increased risk of cancer. Other large trials are ongoing. There are several possible approaches to cancer prevention. Patients can decrease behaviors that put them at risk, be more vigilant in screening and surveillance, opt for surgical preintervention, and/or utilize "medicinal" approaches. The latter three areas in particular can benefit from the advances that nanotechnology can offer.This book was conceived with the idea of focusing on one a many worldwide research programs, and that is the role of different agents in the war against cancer. Metals and metal compounds have been used in medicine for several thousands of years. In this book, we present a selection of anticancer activities and cancer prevention potential for a selection of metal ions. This book comprises ten chapters dealing with variegated aspects of cancer and prevention. The chapters covered the role of many topics in cancer prevention as chemical carcinogenesis, some natural and synthetic compounds, metal ions, metals, trace elements, amino acids, surfactants, and nanotechnology.

"He aqu la herramienta m s potente para un futuro brillante para t y para tus hijos" La Doctrina del Campe n desvela por primera vez los m todos de programaci n mental secretos usados por los campeones deportivos de lite, ahora a tu alcance para aplicarlos a cualquier aspecto personal de tu vida: la educaci n de tus hijos, el xito econ mico o sentimental o la prevenci n y curaci n de enfermedades. Un libro de lo m s sorprendente y novedoso. Con estas t cnicas, avaladas por la neurociencia, podr s aprender a: -C mo ser el aut ntico due o de tu futuro -C mo fabricarte buena suerte -C mo generar proyectos -C mo aumentar los ingresos de forma considerable -C mo prevenir enfermedades malignas -C mo complementar decisivamente la terap utica de las enfermedades malignas -C mo salir de situaciones sentimentales negativas -C mo educar a tus hijos para que sean actores y no meramente espectadores de la vida -C mo implantar una mentalidad ganadora en su cerebro -C mo encontrar energ a y recursos para emprender -C mo progresar espectacularmente en tu especialidad deportiva -C mo ampliar la creatividad de tu cerebro y empezar a pensar mejor -C mo ser emp tico en las relaciones con otras personas y triunfar

Current scientific theory presumes free radicals--unstable by-products produced by normal human metabolic processes-- damage the body, resulting in chronic health problems and degenerative changes associated with aging. Nutritional products on the market today promise that antioxidants can reduce--possibly even reverse--damage caused by these free radicals. If true, that would mean less chronic disease and premature aging, at the very least. But are antioxidants indeed the new Fountain of Youth? Media reports extol antioxidants as the solution to disease and aging, and some studies to seem to back up those reports. Yet the studies that have been completed are far from conclusive, and taking antioxidant supplements can, at times, be dangerous. This book explores current thinking, analyzes the studies, and answers the questions: What are antioxidants? What do they do? Is there any real benefit to taking them as supplements? Are there any real dangers for me? Media report preliminary and conflicting scientific studies on antioxidants, notwithstanding the fact that the final analysis about their effectiveness and safety is incomplete. The result is increasing sales of dietary supplements and so-called functional foods or "nutraceuticals" that are not regulated, nor proven, and a possible public safety crisis from "hypersupplementation." Milbury and Richer bring us up to date, sharing nuances and emerging news regarding antioxidants--and their dangers. Understanding the Antioxidant Controversy is an educated consumers' and health professionals' guide to this controversial topic.

A practical guide for understanding how palliative care can improve quality of life for patients and their caregivers. Robin Bennett Kanarek was a registered nurse working with patients suffering from chronic medical conditions when her ten-year-old son was diagnosed with leukemia. As her son endured grueling treatments, Robin realized how often medical professionals overlook critical psychological, emotional, and spiritual support for people with life-threatening illnesses. Living Well with a Serious Illness is the culmination of decades of Robin's work to advance the field of palliative care. Although palliative care is often associated with hospice and end-of-life planning, Kanarek argues for a more expanded definition that incorporates palliative care earlier in patients' journeys. Living Well with a Serious Illness helps patients and their caregivers understand • what palliative care entails • how to access the support they need when going through a serious illness • what questions to ask medical professionals • how to navigate advanced care planning • definitions of common terminology used with end-of-life planning • the importance of spiritual care, coping strategies, and emotional support • how to become an advocate for palliative care This book illuminates the importance of seeing patients as individuals who can benefit from care for their body, mind, and spirit—the core tenet of palliative care.

A sequel to the novel, If We Never Meet Again This Side of Heaven. The story tells of the Trapp family boys who were reunited after separation by adoption in their youth. It shows how the love and prayers of a mother can influence their lives even after death, and the strength of character of the four boys who survived. You'll meet their families, live their lives, and share their victories and tragedies.

The food and supplements industries are complex, political, and fraught with debate. Most people are uncertain and uninformed about what constitutes the best nutrition and often make decisions that put their lives at risk. Eat to Save Your Life intends to help you make the best decisions by providing you with the best science-based nutritional information available.

What you might not know:

Many life-threatening diseases are on the increase, and new diseases are emerging that pharmaceuticals alone are not addressing: cancer, heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, depression, and other common disorders have been linked to nutritional deficiencies. Yet licensing regulations may prevent or discourage your physician from advising about nutrition and supplements.

What you can do:

Arm yourself with contemporary knowledge and penetrating questions as you search for the best food and food supplements for you and your family. This book will help you do just that.

"Gloria and Jerre have successfully created a handbook that simplifies the essentials of proper nutrition and supplementation from the piles of information and misinformation that is out there. It's a fantastic reference for anyone looking to improve their health while saving time and money at the health food store."

--Rebecca Sagan, ND, Naturally Good Health Clinic, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Today everyone knows someone who either has or had cancer. In December of 2002, Carol Franz discovered her pain wasn't caused by the humidity in upstate New York. It was multiple myeloma-bone marrow cancer. Because she received two adult stem cell transplants to extend her life, Carol will tell you things only someone who has "walked the walk" can. Blending her sense of humor with an unshakeable faith in God, Carol relentlessly provides up-to-date information that just might save a life. Everyone should have the opportunity to learn of adult stem cell research. Carol had her health returned, but others may not due to lack of adult stem cell knowledge.