Healing Injury

If you’re suffering from a physical or mental ailment, you’ve doubtless been presented with a number of possible treatments. Some of these might help, and others, not so much. It may seem surprising, but one of the best places to start for a number of issues is with guided therapeutic imagery. The practice has been around since the ancient Greeks and has received endorsements from health professionals since the 1970s for treating serious illnesses.

Kelly Bouldin Darmofal suffered a severe TBI in 1992; currently, she holds a Masters in Special Education from Salem College, NC. Her memoir, Lost in My Mind: Recovering from Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), tells her story of tragedy and triumph. Kelly will be teaching "TBI: An Overview for Educators" at Salem College. Kelly's "tips" were learned during two decades of recovery and perseverance.

In Understanding Anger After Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), mTBI or Concussion: Learn Symptoms, Triggers, Anger Management Strategies, Techniques, Therapy, Relationship Concerns, What Can Be Expected, Resources Are you or a close one struggling to manage anger after a brain injury? This book provides a comprehensive overview of anger, its impact on individuals with traumatic brain injury or TBI, and practical tips and tools to manage anger and other mood disorders. Written for TBI survivors, mTBI or concussion survivors, their families, health professionals and caregivers, this book will ...

In The Moral Injury Spectrum, clinical psychologists C. Richard Spates Ph.D. and Karis L. Callaway Ph.D. (narrating their own work) deliver a definitive exploration of moral injury—the silent epidemic ravaging veterans, health care workers, educators, and first responders. Published by Audiobook Publishing Services, this audiobook bridges rigorous research, clinical tools, and societal solutions to address one of psychology’s most urgent crises.

Lost in My Mind is a stunning memoir describing Kelly Bouldin Darmofal's journey from adolescent girl to special education teacher, wife and mother - despite severe Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Spanning three decades, Kelly's journey is unique in its focus on TBI education in America (or lack thereof).

BPC-157 UNLOCKED: RAPID REPAIR, RENEWED STRENGTH, RESILIENT HEALTH Feel stuck in endless rehab, nagging gut pain, or brain fog that just will not lift? BPC-157 Unlocked distills cutting-edge peptide science into an actionable roadmap for whole-body renewal—no hype, no jargon, just results you can feel. INSIDE YOU WILL DISCOVER Why BPC-157 is nicknamed the "Wolverine peptide" and how it accelerates healing of muscles, tendons, ligaments, bone, and skin. Gut-guardian protocols for ulcers, IBS, and leaky gut, complete with oral dosing tips that survive stomach acid. Neuro-protective tactics ...

Healing Self-Injury provides desperately-needed guidance to parents and others who love a young person struggling with self-injury. First and foremost, adolescent psychologists Janis Whitlock and Elizabeth Lloyd-Richardson believe that parents must appreciate how important their role is in their child's recovery; there is a lot that parents can do to support their self-injuring children. This book is a must-have for parents who want to assist in their child's recovery, as well as for anyone who lives with, works with, or cares about self-injuring youth and their families.

Recovering from a brain injury can be a challenging and prolonged process. Learn how to maximize your recovery from the effects of brain injuries with the guidance of Sandeep Vaishnavi, MD, PhD, and Vani Rao, MBBS, MD, two leading medical experts with extensive experience helping patients recover from concussion and other brain injuries. Healing the Traumatized Brain explains how the brain works, how injuries affect the brain, and how to use your brain's own power to recover.

From Trauma to Transformation: Ethan's Journey of Healing and HopeAre you or a loved one dealing with the aftermath of a traumatic brain injury Discover the inspiring story of Ethan, a young man whose life was forever changed by a devastating accident. In "From Trauma to Transformation: Ethan's Journey of Healing and Hope," you'll embark on a remarkable voyage of resilience, personal growth, and the power of the human spirit.Understand Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI):Gain invaluable insights into the causes, symptoms, and treatment of traumatic brain injuries. With a clear and comprehensive ...

In a time where burnout dominates discussions surrounding clinician well-being, a groundbreaking new book stands ready to shift the narrative. Moral Injury: Healing the Healers, by Jennie Byrne, MD, PhD, illuminates the often-overlooked concept of moral injury, offering a fresh perspective on the challenges facing healthcare professionals today. Dr. Byrne asserts that the issue lies not in individuals' resilience but in the systemic factors perpetuating moral injury within healthcare systems. Drawing parallels between healthcare and other workplaces, the book highlights the damaging ...

A raw, honest memoir about anxiety, burnout, and the journey to healing. “No, I’m Not Fine. Thank You.” is the powerful true story of a nurse whose life was forever changed by trauma—and how she found her way back to herself. After a traumatic brain injury brought her fast-paced, high-stress career to a crashing halt, Laura was forced to confront the emotional toll she had been carrying for years. Behind her perfectly put-together life was a woman battling anxiety, people-pleasing, and the weight of never feeling "enough." This memoir is for anyone who has ever said “I’m fine”...

The Life-Altering Event On October 23, 2000, at the age of thirty-six, Aithal experienced a massive stroke, which doctors attributed to an AVM (arteriovenous malformation) of the Pons area. He was given a fifty percent chance of survival. The stroke occurred at his Southern California home, and his wife quickly called 911, resulting in a timely emergency response that Aithal credits with saving his life. In the initial critical days, doctors focused on stabilizing him and managing a swollen brain with prednisone. The stroke left his right side frozen and caused him to lose his speech, ...

Walking through life, I have experienced the high of highs and the low of lows. I have fallen in love and I have been heartbroken, I have experienced life and grief has knocked at my door. I am happy but there are days I am sad. I love life but there are days I just don’t. Negative thoughts are monsters I slay each day. We all go through the same emotions as humans. I took to writing just to cope and I hope as you read, these words will help you cope too. I am learning to live each day as it comes. These are just my thoughts into words.

It is scientifically proven that the mind can’t tell the difference between imagined or actual experiences. Guided visualization directs your focus and triggers a health-inducing response or new perspective. Guided therapeutic imagery treats a range of physical issues including muscle pain, headaches, joint pain, fever, back pain, stomach aches, and bone injuries.

Grudge: Understanding Resentment, Justice, and the Desire to Be Heard is a compassionate, in-depth exploration of why we hold on to emotional pain—and what it means when we can’t or won’t let go. Challenging the cultural narrative that sees resentment as weakness, this book reframes the grudge as a meaningful moral signal: a response to injustice, a protest against silence, and a yearning for dignity. With clarity, warmth, and psychological insight, Dr. Elkhatib guides readers through the layers of resentment—personal, relational, cultural, and spiritual—offering not quick fixes, ...

MORAL INJURY: Towards a Theology seeks to add to the theological discussion surrounding PTSD and/or Moral Injury by contributing a Biblically Reformed and Covenant Theological take on this issue.

Research has shown that building resilience in the face of adversity or challenges helps children and young people develop effective coping strategies and improve long-term outcomes across a spectrum of illnesses. You Are So Much More reminds children who have gone through or are going through an illness or injury that they are indeed so much more. Trauma survivor and medical student Serena Tejpar shares a story of inspiration, reflection, and encouragement that can be listened to over and over again.

Built from Broken presents a paradigm shift in how to think about corrective exercise, sports nutrition, and joint health. Once you see how the system works, you’ll never look at exercise or joint health the same way again.

Policing in America is dangerous—especially in recent years. Law enforcement officers need to be constantly vigilant. Danger lurks everywhere. But not all danger is physical or even mental. There’s a spiritual danger. Only now is this danger beginning to be addressed in policing. But who are the experts in this area? Who should take the lead? Physical health professionals tend to the physical. Mental health professionals tend to the mental. Who are the spiritual health professionals? Author Tim Rupp combines his experience and knowledge as a law enforcement officer, pastor, and chaplain...

Collagen – the secret skincare weapon you wish you tried sooner Trying to keep up with modern beauty trends while also making sure you take care of your body and its needs can be challenging. Not only do we now have endless trends to follow, but if you take a more scientific approach to skincare, there are so many theories about how to get beautiful skin - everything from the products you should buy to when and how you should apply them and what routines work best for your skin. On top of all this overwhelming and contradictory information, there is never one definitive answer about how ...