Examining the concept of quality of life, the book looks at its relevance to social policy, especially in relation to class, gender, health and cultural diversity. The book explores subjective and objective individual well-being and family, community and social life. "Quality of…
"How to Be a Parisian" brilliantly deconstructs the French woman's views on culture, fashion and attitude. Unlike other books on French style, this illustrated handbook is full of wit and self-deprecating humour. The authors - Anne Berest, Audrey Diwan, Caroline De Maigret and S…
Forlagets beskrivelse: Rheumatology Practice in Occupational Therapy is a valuable new handbook focusing on the core area of rheumatology. It provides practical guidance to help occupational therapists treat and manage rheumatic disease in both clinical and community settings an…
Dan Buettner's The Blue Zones (2008) identified the healthiest, longest-living societies on the planet. In this follow-up, he outlines methods for replicating their healthy lifestyles
This volume explores the effectiveness of legal interventions aimed at promoting healthier lifestyles. In it, W.A. Bogart examines the complex effects of law and its relationship with norms, including the unintended consequences of regulation
Superstar Hollywood actress and former model Cameron Diaz shares her advice on how to live a happier, healthier and stronger life. Her message is not about a strict new diet or crazy exercise regime - it's about looking after your body and learning to love the skin you're in
This comprehensive book provides nutritionists with an easy-to-understand overview of key concepts in the field. The material is presented along with vivid images from the National Geographic Society, illustrations, and diagrams. Numerous pedagogical features are integrated thro…
This title describes the desk and its use: surprising insights into cultural and gender-specific differences. The desk is a place of work and of action, but it also serves as a place to exhibit personal things and preferences. Thus it always characterizes in two ways a material …
Climate Change and the Moral Agent examines the moral foundations of climate change and makes a case for collective action on climate change by appealing to moralized collective self-interest, collective ability to aid, and an expanded understanding of collective responsibility …
Fruits and vegetables are among the richest sources of ascorbic acid, other antioxidants and produce specific bioactive compounds. This work reviews empirical data on the health promoting properties of the fresh produce types, and offers information on the identity, and bioavail…
