At the age of 29 years Rebecca was leading a normal life. Dream job as a police officer, working in the Public Protection Unit, stable relationship and loving family and friends. She couldn’t have asked for a better life until a couple of traumatic incidents changed her life in ways that she would never have imagined and the next few months to come turned her whole life upside down.

Being arrested in her own home, by her own colleagues was not only humiliating but the scariest time of her life.

Rebecca is now a mother of two and happily married and having faced death first hand, now lives life to the full. This book is an honest, true account of how she fought to get out of a psychiatric hospital where she was held for 28 days. She overcame her psychosis, and set herself one more goal, could she get her career back in the police force? Mental health is different for every individual as is hope but this book will hopefully give those suffering, the push or motivation to keep going and realise that the impossible is still within reach.

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A Positive Mental Health Journal & Wellbeing Log Book!

A positive and productive way to keep track of your mental health and general wellbeing. Ideal for anyone suffering from mental health conditions including – anxiety, depression, stress, bipolar and other mood related conditions.

Each journal has a repeating daily template of two 8″ x 10″ inch pages – which is undated and so can be written in as frequently or infrequently as required. On each daily entry page, you will find:

• Space to log your mood, anxiety and energy levels in the morning, afternoon and evening.
• Some simple prompts to fill out including things such as – What did you struggle with today…. what one thing could have improved today…. what was the best part of today…
• Space to set 3 goals each day.
• Space to track exercise.
• Space to log meals, snacks and water intake each day.
• End on a positive note, by sharing something you’re proud of each day.
• Plenty of space to write – two pages per day!

This type of book could be used to take to therapy sessions, or simply for personal use and self reflection. A simple way to start taking care of your mental and physical wellbeing.

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Your sporting performance is 100% driven by what goes on inside your head. Your thoughts affect your actions and can make or break you…

You want to be the best of the best! The level of sporting excellence is raised every time someone wins a race or game… so how can you succeed in an ever-tougher sporting world?

Do you wonder what the future holds? Your sport has come to mean everything to you, but you feel self-doubt creeping in. Will you be able to make it in such a competitive scene?

The pressure of athletic success can feel overwhelming at times.

You may even feel like you’re living under a microscope, everything from the food you eat to your exercise regime and daily routine being heavily scrutinized.

The answer to success as an athlete lies not in how hard you push your body, but almost entirely in your mind.

In this book, you will discover:

• How the mind and body work as a cohesive unit, and why we need both to excel at sports
• How to maximize your energy by including the life elements that make you more powerful and resilient, and the real secrets of mentally strong people
• The things that break you down on a daily basis, from toxic people to life clutter and complexity – and how to turn these things around
• What it takes to build an invincible sense of self-worth that will stand you in good stead on every level of life
• How to find your tribe – those who will have your back and support you fully on your way to the top
• The reason why perspective and the state of your mind can change your life, and how to shift it in the right direction
• The top keystone habits you need to start now, and how to make sure they stick
• How to hone your emotions as energy powerhouses to fuel your sport performance
• Inspirational and motivating stories of young athletes who overcame the odds and made it through, and how they did it

And much more…

Professional sports coaches and mentors all know that it is vital to get your head right and get it in the game. Learning this ability to level up your mind, emotions, and entire approach to your sport will revolutionize your sporting capabilities.

This is the only book you will ever need to achieve the mental mastery and toughness you need to make it on the sports field.

Discover how to strengthen your mental toughness to succeed when it matters most: Scroll up and click the “Add to Cart” button right now.

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Are you looking to take care of your daily mental health to boost positive thinking? Then we got you covered, Our Brand-new ‘Positive Mental Health Journal’ is perfect for those looking to take care of their everyday wellness. This tracker can be used to record daily moods and emotions. Keeping track of your daily routine can help you track your feelings and emotions which can help make you become more calm and relaxed.

An easy journal to track hours slept, daily mood, stress & energy levels, and an everyday goal & meal tracker. Daily Prompts towrite about Things you are grateful for, Daily Focus & How you feel, Positive affirmations is perfect for looking at the positives & tracking triggers for negative emotions, if any, for self-reflection. This tracker is easy to fill as it comes with specific prompts so that you never have to stress about journaling.

It has 105 Daily Mental Health Trackers that can help keep your mental health in check for more than 3 months. It also has a quick mood checker at the beginning to see & reflect on the overall mood for the day on a monthly basis to find a better & effective solution.

Specifications:

• 7” X 10” in Compact Size.
• Beautiful Premium Glossy Cover.
• 108 Pages, with 105 Trackers for more than 3 months.
• Perfect Gift for those looking to take care of Daily Wellness.

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Introduction
Definition of men’s mental health

Defining men’s mental health is a critical step in breaking the stigma surrounding mental health issues in men. Men’s mental health refers to the overall wellbeing of men’s emotional, psychological, and social functioning. It encompasses a broad range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, anger management, emotional regulation, addiction, substance abuse, relationship and marriage counseling, stress and burnout prevention, suicide prevention, crisis intervention, body image, selfesteem, career and workplace mental health, spirituality, and mindfulness practices.

Depression and anxiety are prevalent in men and can signizcantly impact their mental health. Men’s PTSD and trauma are also common, often resulting from military service, accidents, or abuse. Men’s anger management and emotional regulation are essential for managing stressors and improving relationships. Men’s addiction and substance abuse can lead to severe consequences, including physical and mental health problems, znancial difzculties, and legal issues.

Relationship and marriage counseling is critical for men who struggle with interpersonal issues. Men’s stress and burnout prevention are essential for maintaining work-life balance and avoiding chronic stress. Men’s suicide prevention and crisis intervention are critical for preventing tragic outcomes. Men’s body image and self-esteem can impact their mental health, leading to issues with body dysmorphia and eating disorders.

Men’s career and workplace mental health are essential for maintaining job satisfaction and avoiding burnout. Mindfulness practices and spirituality have been shown to improve mental health outcomes for men. Overall, understanding the deznition of men’s mental health is critical for breaking the stigma and promoting healthy discussions around mental health issues in men.

In conclusion, men’s mental health refers to the overall wellbeing of men’s emotional, psychological, and social functioning. It encompasses a broad range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, anger management, emotional regulation, addiction, substance abuse, relationship and marriage counseling, stress and burnout prevention, suicide prevention, crisis intervention, body image, self-esteem, career and workplace mental health, spirituality, and mindfulness practices. Understanding the deznition of men’s mental health is critical for breaking the stigma and promoting healthy discussions around mental health issues in men.

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“An enjoyable read and an informative survey of Victorian sexual tastes and preoccupations . . . a rigorously balanced account of this complex subject.” —Victorian Secrets

An exciting factual romp through sexual desire, practices and deviance in the Victorian era. The Victorian Guide to Sex will reveal advice and ideas on sexuality from the late 19th century. Drawing on both satirical and real-life events from the period, it explores every facet of sexuality that the Victorians encountered.

Reproducing original advertisements and letters, with extracts taken from memoirs, legal cases, newspaper advice columns, and collections held in the Museum of London and the British Museum, this book reveals historical sexual proclivities.

“Riddell’s book lifts the veil on historic sexual attitudes to illuminate the secrets of our ancestors’ lives. Written with wry humour in a pastiche of Victorian style, the book is both entertaining and highly informative.” —Your Family Tree

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Moral Injury (MI) is a term used to describe a constellation of persistent symptoms that result from transgressing moral and ethical boundaries. This is a condition that often occurs in the setting of severe trauma, affecting the perpetrator, the observer, the victim, or all three. MI involves painful and often disabling emotions that are manifested by psychological, spiritual, and religious symptoms. There is some overlap in symptoms with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which MI often occurs alongside of — yet there is growing evidence that these two conditions are distinct, both of which need treatment. Failure to recognize this may result in protracted and unsuccessful treatments for PTSD.

During combat operations Service Members may be involved in killing other human beings, committing violence to others (including de-humanizing or plundering the enemy), witnessing moral transgressions by others (especially by leaders), being placed in morally compromising positions, being the victim or perpetrator of rape or torture, or exposure to severe trauma of other types. These behaviors are often followed either immediately or sometime afterwards by distressing emotions such as guilt, shame, loss of meaning, difficulty trusting, spiritual struggles, and loss of religious faith, symptoms that may lead to or worsen other mental disorders including depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use disorders, and family/relationship problems. As a result, MI is recognized as one of the five stress outcomes noted in the Consensus Recommendation for Common Data Elements for Operational Stress Research and Surveillance report by the U.S. Armed Forces and Veterans Administration (VA) experts. “Case identification” of MI was one of seven core components of the mental health intervention spectrum noted in that report.

We believe that military chaplains are those best suited to address MI among active-duty Service Members, in terms of prevention, identification, and treatment. In this book, we provide information for military chaplains about the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of MI that will be particularly helpful in preparing them for this critical responsibility. We believe that the readiness of our warriors for combat operations is dependent on the role that military chaplains play in this regard. MORAL INJURY: A HANDBOOK FOR MILITARY CHAPLAINS, extensively referenced and scientifically grounded on the latest research, is designed to equip chaplains with the knowledge and tools that they will need to accomplish this mission.

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She’s skinny, white, and blond. She’s Barbie-an icon of femininity to generations of American girls. She’s also multiethnic and straight-or so says Mattel, Barbie’s manufacturer. But, as Barbie’s Queer Accessories demonstrates, many girls do things with Barbie never seen in any commercial. Erica Rand looks at the corporate marketing strategies used to create Barbie’s versatile (She’s a rapper! She’s an astronaut! She’s a bride!) but nonetheless premolded and still predominantly white image. Rand weighs the values Mattel seeks to embody in Barbie-evident, for example, in her improbably thin waist and her heterosexual partner-against the naked, dyked out, transgendered, and trashed versions favored by many juvenile owners and adult collectors of the doll.
Rand begins by focusing on the production and marketing of Barbie, starting in 1959, including Mattel’s numerous tie-ins and spin-offs. These variations, which include the much-promoted multiethnic Barbies and the controversial Earring Magic Ken, helped make the doll one of the most profitable toys on the market. In lively chapters based on extensive interviews, the author discusses adult testimony from both Barbie “survivors” and enthusiasts and explores how memories of the doll fit into women’s lives. Finally, Rand looks at cultural reappropriations of Barbie by artists, collectors, and especially lesbians and gay men, and considers resistance to Barbie as a form of social and political activism.
Illustrated with photographs of various interpretations and alterations of Barbie, this book encompasses both Barbie glorification and abjection as it testifies to the irrefutably compelling qualities of this bestselling toy. Anyone who has played with Barbie-or, more importantly, thought or worried about playing with Barbie-will find this book fascinating.

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Are you looking for a science-based, self-help workbook which gives you everything you need to retake control of your mind, and create your own path to freedom and the life you deserve?

The proven methods in this book have empowered me and many thousands of teenagers to,

• Use multiple intervention techniques to become the boss of you own mind.
• Recognize and break through the cycle of Obsession, Anxiety, Compulsion, Relief – and back to Obsession.
• Master your Intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.
• Find your Superpower and become an unstoppable force in defeating your OCD!

And much more…

Writing this workbook, I was able to explore my own OCD while revisiting some of the tools and techniques that really worked for me. I made the decision to help others reach their goals of breaking free from OCD so that they too, could achieve success.

The worksheets and exercise you’ll use are based on the most effective self-help techniques from,

• CBT – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for OCD
• ERP – Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy
• MBCT – Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
• Psychodynamic Therapy

If you’re reading this, you’ve probably experienced the stressful cycle of thoughts, emotions, actions, and rituals that can penetrate almost every facet of our lives. I’d like you to know that you’re not alone. Even Katy Perry, Justin Timberlake and David Beckham had their OCD struggles.

If you’re ready to take on OCD like the champ you are, then scroll up and click the “Add to Cart” button right now.

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• Are you ready to channel your inner superhero?
• Are you looking for an action-packed toolset to control anxiety and drive out unpleasant thoughts?

In “OCD Heroes: The Action-Packed Workbook for Super Teens!” embark on a transformational journey that equips you to confront OCD head on. Are you being held captive by intrusive thoughts? Do you feel helpless as a result of your obsessive behaviors? This workbook is your one-stop resource for breaking free and writing your own success story.
In “OCD Heroes,” you will discover:

• 25 Engaging Activities: Immerse yourself in interactive activities created specifically for adolescents to face obsessions, combat compulsions, and deal with anxiety.
• Real-Life Insights: Learn about the struggles and victories of common people who have overcome OCD, providing realistic motivation for your path.
• Individualized Strategies: Create your own coping phrases, track your development, and confront your anxieties through advised activities.
• Exposure Therapy: Face situations that make you anxious with courage using the Excessive Exposure Exercise to build your strength.
• Supportive Framework: Establish a Family Pact, communicate with family members, and build a network of strength and understanding.

Utilize your potential, change your story, and succeed with “OCD Heroes.” It’s time to take control of your own destiny. Start your exciting journey right away by Buying this book!

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