Wellness & Wellbeing
Selected items purchased with funding from the Kent County Health Department's Health Disparities Grant to support the health of our community through access to up-to-date health information.
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Barrier free real estate : achieving freedom at home
By Kerr, Jeffrey, author.
Age in place at home : adapting the home environment for all generations
By Traut, David L., author.
Build your space : how to create an accessible home that is perfect for you, your family and your future
By Sawchuk, Julie, author.
Age in place : a guide to modifying, organizing and decluttering mom and dad's home keep them safe, keep you sane
By Shrager, Lynda G., author.
The accessible home : designing for all ages and abilities
By Pierce, D. (Deborah), 1938-
Naturaleza y bienestar emocional : shinrin-yoku
By Martul, Belén, author.
The cancer journey : understanding diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and prevention
By Nabhan, Chadi, author.
Accessible vacations : an insider's guide to 10 national parks
By Hayhoe, Simon, author.
Constipation nation : what to know when you can't go
By Fong, Carmen, 1983- author.
The diabetes counter
By Nolan, Karen J., author.
Fatal to fearless : 12 steps to beating cancer in a broken medical system
By Giusti, Kathy, author.
Gut : an owner's guide
By Chiang, Austin, author.
Hour of the heart : connecting in the here and now
By Yalom, Irvin D., 1931- author.
How to ADHD : an insider's guide to working with your brain (not against it)
By McCabe, Jessica, 1982- author.
"Panic Proof offers a holistic approach to dealing with panic disorders, amounting to a personalized path to freedom for the millions of people who have had panic attacks. While other books have focused on the thoughts that contribute to panic, Panic Proof is the first book to teach the body that it's safe in order to prevent panic before it attacks, with remedies ranging from probiotics, herbal remedies, and adaptogens targeted for your anxiety type to healing practices for releasing trauma stored in the body. In a warm and approachable style, Dr. Cain shares her personal story of managing panic, examples from the patients she's helped, and her science-based protocol derived from a decade of working with clients to manage their own panic disorders. Guiding you through the nine types of anxiety that Dr. Cain has identified, the book includes quizzes, worksheets, and self-reflection checklists to guide you along your journey to panic freedom"-- Provided by publisher.
Panic proof : the new holistic solution to end your anxiety forever
By Cain, Nicole, author.
The serviceberry : abundance and reciprocity in the natural world
By Kimmerer, Robin Wall, author.
Demystifying disability : what to know, what to say, and how to be an ally
By Ladau, Emily, 1991- author.
Herding immunity : the startling history of life before and after vaccines
By Herlihy, Stacy Mintzer, 1970- author.
The lupus book : a guide for patients and their families
By Wallace, Daniel J. (Daniel Jeffrey), 1949- author.
Rumbles : a curious history of the gut, the secret story of the body's most fascinating organ
By Richardson, Elsa, author.
Grief is for people
By Crosley, Sloane, author.
In my time of dying : how I came face to face with the idea of an afterlife
By Junger, Sebastian, author.
The Swedish art of aging exuberantly : life wisdom from someone who will (probably) die before you
By Magnusson, Margareta (Artist), author, illustrator.
Make room for healing : 40 tips from a breast cancer survivor
By Brady, Travis, author.
The cancer guide : how to nurture wellbeing through and beyond a cancer diagnosis
By O'Dwyer, Anne-Marie, author.
Habits of a peacemaker : 10 habits to change our potentially toxic conversations into healthy dialogues
By Collis, Steven T., 1978- author.
Digging into nature : outdoor adventures for happier and healthier kids
By Tandon, Pooja Sarin, author.
Beating melanoma : the ultimate patient resource
By Wang, Steven Q., author.
How to raise a healthy gamer : end power struggles, break bad screen habits, and transform your relationship with your kids
By Kanojia, Alok, author.
How to talk with anyone about anything : the practice of safe conversations
By Hendrix, Harville, author.
Oh crap! potty training : everything modern parents need to know to do it once and do it right
By Glowacki, Jamie, author.
Parents in recovery : navigating a sober family lifestyle
By Benton, Sarah Allen, 1976- author.
This book may save your life
By Rajan, Karan, author.
Traveling different : vacation strategies for parents of the anxious, the inflexible, and the neurodiverse
By Barclay, Dawn M., 1959- author.
True to you : a therapist's guide to stop pleasing others and start being yourself
By Smith, Kathleen, 1985- author.
Chair yoga for seniors : stretches and poses that you can do sitting down at home
By Lehmkuhl, Lynn, author.
The menopause brain : new science empowers women to navigate the pivotal transition with knowledge and confidence
By Mosconi, Lisa, author.
Medicare
By Barry, Patricia (Medicare expert), author.
But she looks fine : from illness to activism
By Goodreau, Olivia, 2005- author.
Defy : the power of no in a world that demands yes
By Sah, Sunita (Professor), author.
Mayo Clinic guide to holistic health : unlock your body's natural healing powers
Ancient wisdom for the modern world
Epigenetics: how environment changes your biology
By Mykura, Charlotte, speaker, creator.
Gentle seated chair yoga for beginners.
Gentle yoga for beginners.
How to break the habit of self-doubt and build real confidence
The power of mind over body
Yoga for pregnancy. Just the basics.
Breasts : an owner's guide
By Kaye, Philippa, author.
Caring for your baby and young child : birth to age 5
The complete human body : the definitive visual guide
Heart : an owner's guide
By Barrett, Paddy, author.
The immune mind : the hidden dialogue between your brain and immune system
By Lyman, Monty, author.
Man overboard! : a medical lifeline for the aging male
By Bowron, Craig, author.
Mayo Clinic guide to fertility and conception : expertise from leading fertility specialists for maximizing reproductive health and growing your family
By Khan, Zaraq, author.
Menopause is hot : everything you need to know to thrive
By Frostrup, Mariella, author.
No one talks about this stuff : twenty-two stories of almost parenthood
Living with rheumatoid arthritis
By Shlotzhauer, Tammi L., author.
Naturaleza y bienestar emocional : shinrin-yoku
By Martul, Belén, author.
How to winter : harness your mindset to thrive on cold, dark, or difficult days
By Leibowitz, Kari, author.
101 consejos para ayudar a tu hijo a calmar su ansiedad
By O'Neill, Poppy, author.
Perder a un ser querido es una experiencia devastadora. Nos esforzamos por evitar, ocultar o controlar el dolor que nos golpea, pero las consecuencias físicas y emocionales terminan aflorando. Patxi Izaguirre, psicólogo clínico y profesor en la Universidad del País Vasco con más de veinte años de experiencia en terapia del duelo, nos explica las pautas básicas para gestionar la pérdida, recuperar la normalidad y transformar el dolor en agradecimiento por haber compartido nuestra vida con ese ser querido. Hablar de la muerte es hacerlo, también, de la vida. En estas páginas sabremos cuáles son las etapas del duelo, cuándo se puede volver patológico y qué debemos decirle y qué no a alguien que pasa por ese proceso. Profundizaremos en los duelos desautorizados, como el perinatal y, también, en los cuidados paliativos, al tiempo que sabremos cómo el llanto y el abrazo sincero son los remedios más eficaces para la tristeza. Ser conscientes de que nos morimos nos ayuda a tomar decisiones: «qué elijo y a qué renuncio». Tener presente a la muerte no nos va a evitar el dolor... pero nos ayuda a afrontarlo. Solo hay una receta para el adiós definitivo: Perdóname. Te perdono. Gracias. Te quiero. Adiós. El libro definitivo para atravesar el doloroso desafío de decir adiós con el menor sufrimiento posible.
Cómo superar el duelo : hablar de la muerte nos acerca a la vida
By Izaguirre, Patxi, author.
Estiramientos : potencia tu flexibilidad, mantente activo y evita lesiones
By Malek, Leada, author.
Accessible vacations : an insider's guide to 12 US cities
By Hayhoe, Simon, author.
American teenager : how trans kids are surviving hate and finding joy in a turbulent era
By Lang, Nico (Journalist), author.
Body-first healing : get unstuck and recover from trauma with somatic healing
By Piper, Brittany (Speaker), author.
Dr. Patrick Walsh's Guide to Surviving Prostate Cancer
By Worthington, Janet Farrar
Vivir con diabetes : todo lo que necesitas saber para tratarla y cuidarte
By Bermudo, Franz Martín, author.
Beyond breast cancer : a Mayo Clinic guide to healing and wellness
By Haddad, Tufia C., author.
Black girls breathing : heal from trauma, combat chronic stress, and find your freedom
By Marie, Jasmine, author.
Tech investor and new mom Leslie Schrock offers a thoroughly modern guide to pregnancy-from the preparations of "trimester zero" to the challenges of the newborn months. In the last thirty years, the process of starting a family has drastically changed. Not only are there many more options for getting pregnant, but there are a dizzying array of variables from start to finish. Genetic test or no genetic test? Midwife or OB-GYN? Stroller or Baby Bjorn? Yet all this choice can also create anxiety, especially around the most difficult realities. Miscarriages and fertility issues are common, yet often concealed. One in nine mothers report dealing with postpartum depression, but it is rarely acknowledged and even more rarely treated. Celebrities post "snap-back" photos of their slim post-baby bodies, creating unrealistic expectations for women everywhere. We have more information than ever, yet nearly every aspect of motherhood is still shrouded in judgment and mystery. Enter Leslie Schrock, first-time mother whose own struggles opened her eyes to this widespread problem. With the frank, funny warmth of a trusted friend, she delves into everything from in vitro fertilization and prenatal testing to lactation consultants and postpartum birth control. She debunks the most pervasive pregnancy myths, explores the complementary practices, and cites the latest science (with a dash of been-there-done-that experience) to help you make the best decisions every step of the way-for both you and your baby. So tune out all of the noise you don't need, and take control of your pregnancy-present or future.
Bumpin' : the modern guide to pregnancy : navigating the wild, weird, and wonderful journey from conception through birth and beyond
By Schrock, Leslie, author.
Generation M : living well in perimenopause and menopause
By Shepherd, Jessica, author.
Happy families : how to protect and support your child's mental health
By Mosley, Beth, 1975- author.
Cataract surgery : a patient's guide to treatment
By Maloney, Robert K., 1958- author.
"Voelker offers a powerful, inclusive practice that is appropriate for new students or long-time practitioners-and can easily be adopted by yoga instructors, educators, medical professionals, exercise professionals, caretakers, or community workers for work with their clients, students, and patients. This book highlights 40 active and restorative poses, including individual and partner poses, breathing techniques, and meditation practices, all adapted so that students never have to leave their chairs. For every pose, Voelker offers at least three different ways of experiencing it, depending on an individual's level of flexibility and suggests ways to incorporate breath work and chanting. Voelker includes healthy lifestyle, practices and teaching tips, along with yoga philosophy "lessons" throughout. Voelker believes that yoga is only yoga when you make it your own; otherwise it's just exercise. It becomes therapeutic, and even transformational, when the poses, breathing techniques, and meditation practices morph and change to fit your unique body, mind, and heart. The yoga she presents is designed to encourage you to experience the joy in every pose; to celebrate your unique qualities; and to stretch your imagination and creativity, as well as your body and your mind, in ways that feel just right for you"-- Provided by publisher.
Get fit where you sit : a guide to the Lakshmi Voelker chair yoga method
By Voelker, Lakshmi, author.
Healing from parental abandonment and neglect : move beyond insecure attachment to build safety, connection, and trust with yourself and others
By Gillis, Kaytlyn, author.
"ADHD makes it hard to maintain a healthy lifestyle, but an unhealthy lifestyle can make ADHD more difficult to live with. Health and fitness coach Lisa Dee experienced this firsthand when symptoms of her undiagnosed ADHD began wreaking havoc on her physical and mental health. Executive dysfunction left her in a constant state of overwhelm. She turned to unhealthy foods to cope with her exhaustion and seek stimulation, leading to unwanted weight gain. After finally receiving an ADHD diagnosis at age thirty-one, Lisa realized she needed to consider the unique ways her ADHD brain and body operated if she wanted to feel her best. In Healthy Happy ADHD, she shares the mindset shifts, systems, and habits that transformed her life and form her foundation for healthy living as a woman with ADHD. Drawing from her lived experience, she shows you how to revamp your routines, build new habits, and bring ease to your busy brain by learning to: Ditch the restrictive rules, shame-based ideas, and neurotypical expectations about what exercise, healthy eating, and rest "should" look like; Eat well with "ADHD Easy Meals," get curious about how food affects your energy and mood, and avoid the decision paralysis that comes with meal planning and grocery shopping; Prepare for the impacts of hormonal fluctuations on your ADHD symptoms and recognize the link between ADHD, PMS, and PMDD; Reconnect with yourself and practice self-compassion through introspective exercises that encourage self-reflection and mindfulness. Featuring creative wellness hacks and empowering practices presented in easy-to-digest chapters with an ADHD-friendly design, Healthy Happy ADHD offers a life-changing blueprint for becoming your most vibrant self, both inside and out"-- Provided by publisher.
Healthy happy ADHD : transform how you move, eat, and feel, and create your own path to well-being
By Dee, Lisa, author.
Interview with the vampire
By Rice, Anne, 1941-2021, author.
The Southern book club's guide to slaying vampires
By Hendrix, Grady, author.
Abraham Lincoln : vampire hunter
By Grahame-Smith, Seth.
Sunshine
By McKinley, Robin.
The casebook of Victor Frankenstein : a novel
By Ackroyd, Peter, 1949-
The dead girls club : a novel
By Walters, Damien Angelica, author.
Zone one
By Whitehead, Colson, 1969-
At the water's edge : a novel
By Gruen, Sara.
Bite me : a love story
By Moore, Christopher, 1957-
Full wolf moon : a novel
By Child, Lincoln, author.
Dark prince
By Feehan, Christine.
NOS4A2 : a novel
By Hill, Joe, author.
The passage : a novel
By Cronin, Justin.
Slayer
By White, Kiersten, author.
Maryland Collection Top Checkouts
See what other people are reading about Kent County, the Eastern Shore, and the state of Maryland!
History of Kent County, Maryland, 1630-1916
By Usilton, Fred G. (Frederick G.)
Chestertown and Kent county
By Keiser, R. Jerry.
Maryland's great outdoors
By Evans, Middleton.
Plantations, Slavery & Freedom on Maryland's Eastern Shore
By Hedberg, Jacqueline Simmons, author.
The vanishing landscape : Documenting a changing way of life : Kent County, Queen Anne's County, Talbot County and the waterways of the eastern shore of Maryland
By Hunt, Shirley Hampton.
Betterton : jewel of the Chesapeake
By Crew, Larry D.
Hidden Maryland : in search of America in miniature
By Meyer, Eugene L., author.
If I make my bed in hell : Chestertown, home of the ouija board
By Munson, John (Resident of Chestertown, Md.), author.
Lost Chester River steamboats : from Chestertown to Baltimore
By Shaum, Jack.
Icy winters on the Chesapeake Bay : a history
By Foster, J. L. (James L.), author.
Abandoned Maryland : lost legacies
By Vasko, Cindy, author.
Maryland, time exposures, 1840-1940
By Warren, Mame, 1950-
122 years on the Old Bay Line
By Shaum, John H., 1944- author.
Baseball in Baltimore : the first hundred years
By Bready, James H.
Chesapeake wildlife : stories of survival and loss
By Vojtech, Pat, 1955-
Growing up on Kent Island : the author's remembrance of life in the 30s and 40s
By Hoxter, Nick.
Wild women of Maryland : grit & gumption in the Free State
By Silberman, Lauren R., author.
High school basketball on Maryland's Eastern Shore : a shore hoops history
By Northam, Mitchell, author.
Author Hulbert Footner tells the story of Maryland's Eastern Shore through his colorful narratives of 17 fascinating rivers. His story begins from the day European settlers landed and encountered the Indigenous peoples and continues to the early 20th century. Each river has its own story, character, and beauty, lovingly described during his travels. Footner writes in vivid, glowing prose about the Eastern Shore's people, customs, towns, and houses. He speaks of its politics and economics. The region is rich with American history, from the Revolution, War of 1812, and Civil War to the trade of enslaved Africans and the oyster wars over its great natural resource. And Footner captures it all. Text and illustrations are faithfully reproduced from the original edition, augmented by a biographical sketch written by Footner's granddaughter and a foreword by noted nature writer Tom Horton. This book is a must-have for those devoted to the character and culture of this coastal region, with its eclectic small towns and pristine natural beauty.
Rivers of the Eastern Shore : seventeen Maryland rivers
By Footner, Hulbert, 1879-1944, author.