Flagging the Problem

Author: Harry Barry
Publisher: Orion Spring
ISBN: 1409174468
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 341

Book Description
A practical guide to understanding and coping with anxiety, depression, addiction and suicide. 'This is a superb book; it looks at mental-health problems in a fresh and accessible way' Dr Muiris Houston, Medical Correspondent, The Irish Times 'This outstanding book will be of tremendous help to those who are trying to understand the complexities of mental illness' Professor Patricia Casey Flagging The Problem: A New Approach to Mental Health investigates how the mood system in the brain and the body works, and how problems in this system contribute to anxiety, depression, addiction and suicide. Bestselling author and GP Dr Harry Barry reveals a pioneering system using a coloured flag which represents a particular mental state or area of concern: - Green Flag explains the normal mood system -The Red Flag deals with depression - The Yellow Flag addresses anxiety - The Purple Flag deals with addiction - The White Flag addresses the issue of suicide. Using this system to help readers visualise the illness and its symptoms, Dr Barry aims to provide hope to those suffering from depression, addiction, anxiety and suicidal thoughts and with it the possibility of a new life where the pain can be alleviated. Previously published as Flagging the Problem: A New Approach to Mental Health, this edition has been fully revised and updated.

Flagging the Problem

Author: Harry Barry
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1409174468
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 341

Anxiety and Panic

Author: Harry Barry
Publisher: Spring
ISBN: 1409174522
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 304

Book Description
THE NUMBER 1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER 'Holds the key to easing the mental torture of those who have endured a lifelong struggle with the symptoms of acute and chronic anxiety. A unique book by a unique doctor' IRISH TIMES A practical guide to understanding, managing and overcoming anxiety and panic attacks by bestselling author and GP Harry Barry. Do you or does someone you love suffer from general anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks, a phobia, obsessive-compulsive disorder or post-traumatic stress disorder? Or are you a health-care worker treating people with these disorders? Then this book is for you. Dr Harry Barry combines a deep knowledge of the inner workings of the mind and brain with a wealth of experience treating patients as a GP to offer a way out of the fear, worry and shame of anxiety. In this wise, supportive book, Dr Barry explains clearly and simply what it is about our minds and brains that generates the symptoms of anxiety. Through a series of case studies based on his real-life experiences treating patients, he explains and demonstrates how to use lifestyle changes, mindfulness, exercise and CBT techniques to cope with these symptoms and ultimately feel better. Previously published as Flagging Anxiety: How to Reshape Your Anxious Mind and Brain, this edition has been fully revised and updated.

Flagging the Therapy

Author: Harry Barry
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1409174441
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 288

Book Description
'Mandatory reading for all those who have the slightest interest in good health and human happiness SUNDAY INDEPENDENT A practical, step-by-step guide to identify and cope with depression by bestselling author and GP Dr Harry Barry. Depression and anxiety can have a debilitating effect on sufferers and their families. However, in many cases, these afflictions can be treated and risks of recurrence significantly reduced. Applying a system using colour-coded flags for various mental states and problems, Dr Barry explains the role our minds and brains play in the manifestation of depression and anxiety, and how these in turn can be shaped to lead us out of illness. Flagging the Therapy uses relatable case studies and examines the numerous medical, psychological and complimentary therapies that can all help in negotiating a pathway out of depression and anxiety. Previously published as Flagging the Therapy: Pathways Out of Depression and Anxiety, this edition has been fully revised and updated.

Capture the Flag

Author: Kate Messner
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 054544313X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196

Book Description
Three kids get caught up in an adventure of historic proportions!Anna, José, and Henry are complete strangers with more in common than they realize. Snowed in together at a chaotic Washington D.C. airport, they encounter a mysterious tattooed man, a flamboyant politician, and a rambunctious poodle named for an ancient king. Even stranger, news stations everywhere have announced that the famous flag that inspired "The Star-Spangled Banner" has been stolen! Anna, certain that the culprits must be snowed in too, recruits Henry and José to help catch the thieves and bring them to justice. But when accusations start flying, they soon realize there's more than justice at stake. As the snow starts clearing, Anna, José, and Henry find themselves in a race against time (and the weather!) to prevent the loss of an American treasure.

DK Eyewitness Guides

Author: William Crampton
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 0863183700
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 67

Book Description
Each title in the Eyewitness series is an informative, visual account of the wonders of the world around us. Illustrated with colour photographs of objects from the natural world, from specialist museums and from rare private collections, the series offers a fresh approach to the mysteries of nature, history, science, arts, crafts and pastimes.

I'm Stretched

Author: Julia Cook
Publisher: National Center for Youth Issues
ISBN: 1953945147
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 33

Book Description
In I'm Stretched!, Julia Cook, award-winning children's book author and parenting expert, shows children just how overwhelming and powerful stress can be as it piles on the pressure and tries to steal our joy. I'm stretched! I have so much stuff to do. Gotta be here...Gotta do that...Where did I put my shoe? I feel like a rubber band that's stretched and about to break. I have places to go and things to do and a great big project to make! Stress is a part of life, and in our fast-paced society, children often feel an unbelievable amount of pressure to balance family and friends, school and homework, and extracurricular activities. All of their responsibilities and expectations can make them feel stretched beyond their limits. I'm Stretched! is a captivating story that speaks to children and adults alike, giving them tactical tools to manage their stress in a healthy and helpful way so they can face the pressures of life and find joy in being who they were meant to be.

Flag Book of the United Nations

Author: United Nations. Office of Public Information
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Flags
Languages : en
Pages : 72

Book Description

My Class Makes a Flag

Author: Corina Jeffries
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 153835036X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 12

Book Description
Computer science is all around us, at school, at home, and in the community. This book gives readers the essential tools they need to understand the computer science concept of problem decomposition. Brilliant color photographs and accessible text will engage readers and allow them to connect deeply with the concept. The computer science topic is paired with an age-appropriate curricular topic to deepen readers’ learning experience and show how problem decomposition works in the real world. In this book, a class paints an American flag mural at their school. This nonfiction title is paired with the fiction title Ty's American Flag (ISBN: 9781538350324). The instructional guide on the inside front and back covers provides: Vocabulary, Background knowledge, Text-dependent questions, Whole class activities, and Independent activities.

The Flag Book

Author: Lonely Planet Kids
Publisher: Lonely Planet
ISBN: 1788686543
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description
Did you know that flags are actually pictures that send a message to everyone who sees them? In The Flag Book you'll uncover the hidden meanings of flags- from country and state colours to flags used in sports, on ships and aeroplanes, and by the most dastardly of Caribbean pirates.