pain

"Explores the exciting new scientific discoveries that explain why the relentless pursuit of pleasure leads to pain…and what to do about it. Condensing complex neuroscience into easy-to-understand metaphors, Lembke illustrates how finding contentment and connectedness means keeping dopamine in check"--Amazon.

This timely volume helps young people understand this complex illness and offers guidance for coping with their own depression as well as that of friends and family.

". . . provides information about the dangers of prescription painkillers like OxyContin, Vicodin, and fentanyl, and how the US government is attempting to mitigate this public health crisis . . ."--Back cover.

Takes a look at the history of pain management, opioids thought history and how they work and alternative treatments to addictive medicines.

A series of related novels in which four young girls, Misty, Star, Jade, and Cat, who carry heavily guarded pain caused by their families, come together under the care of a therapist, finally baring their secrets.

Rhyming verse and illustrations lead children in using their imaginations to help them deal with the pain of cancer, pediatric arthritis, or other medical conditions. Includes advice to parents on how to help children manage pain through imagery and deep breathing techniques.

"Gifted thief Hush finds that she needs to change her ways to stay out of trouble, so when she is assigned to a job at Miz Tromp's Nursery, she learns that she is capable of taking away the pain of others, and teams up with her new friend Desiree to heal her town"--OCLC.

"Gifted thief Hush finds that she needs to change her ways to stay out of trouble, so when she is assigned to a job at Miz Tromp's Nursery, she learns that she is capable of taking away the pain of others, and teams up with her new friend Desiree to heal her town"--OCLC.

"Describes what life would be like without pain."--Provided by publisher.

Examines the many ways the human body deals with injuries and illnesses. Each entry chronicling an illness or injury features a pain rating, first aid tips, a doctor's response, the body's reaction, and information on prevention. Features color photographs and cartoon illustrations, and a glossary of terms.