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Ruti, Mari.
Call Number
150.195 22
Publication Date
2009
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1.2492
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Graham, Carol, 1962-
Call Number
330.01 22
Publication Date
2009
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For centuries the pursuit of happiness was the preserve of either the philosopher or the voluptuary and took second place to the basic need to survive on the one hand, and the pressure to conform to social conventions and morality on the other. More recently there is a burgeoning interest in the study of happiness, in the social sciences and in the media. Can we really answer the question what makes people happy? Is it really grounded in credible methods and data? Is thereconsistency in the determinants of happiness across countries and cultures? Are happiness levels innate to individuals or c.
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0.7669
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Brunskill, Karen.
Call Number
372.21 22
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2006
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0.0913
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Wilde, Anna, 1974-
Call Number
641.563 WIL
Publication Date
2009
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This stylish collection of simple yet delectable recipes is also a toolbook for change with the potential to improve your eating habits, health and wellbeing dramatically. Practical advice and gentle encouragement will give you the confidence to create utterly delicious meals that are suitable for both adults and children, and anyone with specific dietary requirements. This title includes both meat and vegetarian dishes. A contemporary design and exquisite photography will help make organic and healthy foods appealing to a broader range of people than ever before. Each recipe will include a 'footnote' offering the nutritional benefits of one of the main ingredients.
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0.0833
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Cristian, Adrian, 1964-
Call Number
617.482044 22
Publication Date
2004
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0.0833
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Lyle, Susanna.
Call Number
613.2 LYL
Publication Date
2009
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Many of us know the importance of eating a wide range of fruit, vegetables and nuts for wellbeing. But less well-known are the specific beneficial health properties of plants. Plant foods are powerful - they can lower your blood pressure, improve brain function, protect against certain cancers, repair nerve damage ...the key is knowing which plants pack the most punch. Details 115 readily available edible plants that will support and strengthen your well-being. Detailed analysis of what is in these plants and their specific benefits for a range of health issues; Recipe suggestions accompany many of the entries, and tables list plants by specific health benefits for easy reference.
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0.0811
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Noakes, Manny (Manila), 1953-
Call Number
616.10654 NOA
Publication Date
2008
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"This book is your comprehensive guide to the CSIRO's CLIP (Complete Lifestyle Program) eating and exercise plan, which is designed to look after the health of your whole cardiovascular system and helps you to cut your risk of heart attack, stroke, Type 2 diabetes and other complications of carrying too much weight. Following the formula from the Total Wellbeing Diet books, this book includes: information on heart disease risks and how to avoid them; the full CLIP eating plan with both higher-protein and higher-carbohydrate options; 12 weeks of full menu plans, including advice for vegetarians; a simple exercise program, and more than 100 delicious recipes."--Provided by publisher.
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Fields, Ann.
Call Number
158.35 22
Publication Date
2004
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This curriculum-based motivational group model has broad application for all treatment providers, counselors, therapists, educators and other human service practitioners. It allows for the facilitation and implementation of motivational interviewing strategies within five group sessions. This group process and approach elicits and effects positive change in the lives of people struggling with life choices and personal behavior affecting their overall health, wellbeing and functioning. *NOTE: Changing behavior can be any behavior or life change (i.e. anger, addictions, leaving an abusive relati.
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Gottfried, Björn.
Call Number
006.33 22
Publication Date
2009
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Focuses on behaviour monitoring and interpretation with regard to two main areas of focus: investigation of motion patterns and ambient assisted living. This book presents contributions on research in both these areas. It includes chapters discussing developments in monitoring and representing behaviours, with a focus on movement-based behaviour.
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Chandra, Anita.
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363.348 22
Publication Date
2009
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Human recovery is the process of rebuilding social and daily routines and support networks that foster physical and mental health and well-being. RAND researchers conducted a facilitated discussion with Louisiana NGO leaders to capture lessons learned and challenges faced by these organizations in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. The subsequent lessons also serve to inform potential policy changes and future research directions.
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0.0737
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Lefler, Lisa J.
Call Number
610.8997557 22
Publication Date
2009
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0.0737
by
Thorpe, Ann.
Call Number
745.20984 22
Publication Date
2007
Summary
"In The Designer's Atlas of Sustainability, Ann Thorpe takes readers on a visual tour of the landscape of sustainability to show how it is critical to the work of designers, ranging from architects to graphic artists. The Designer's Atlas encourages "development that cultivates environmental and social conditions that will support human well-being indefinitely." Designers and consumers alike will be intrigued by the connections the author reveals between our material comfort, our emotional well-being, and the health of our planet. The Designer's Atlas is a reference and source of new ideas for anyone interested in harmonizing our human and natural systems."--Jacket.
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