Disorders & Diseases Audiobooks | Health & Wellness

Healing the Modern Brain: Nine Tenets to Build Mental Fitness and Revitalize Your Mind

"In this essential guide, the groundbreaking author of Eat to Beat Depression and Anxiety and The Happiness Diet explores the ten tenets vital to cultivating Mental Fitness and provides direct, actionable techniques to improve brain function and emotional health. The human brain—the complex organ responsible for our thoughts, feelings, and actions—has long been misunderstood. Dr. Drew Ramsey argues that to heal our brains, we must start considering conditions like depression, anxiety, ADHD and addiction—and the patients living with them—more holistically. Healing the Modern Brain offers a new approach to revitalizing and protecting mental health and achieving Mental Fitness. Simply defined, Mental Fitness is the knowledge, patterns, habits, and skills that culminate in a more mentally healthy life: an approach to living that takes into consideration the unrealistic demands of modern living, time, choice, genetics, lifestyle, diet, habits, chemistry, movement, rest, and mindset. It is a process that will put your brain in a perpetual state of self-repair and evolution, and ensure it has the support it needs to overcome daily stress, decision-fatigue, and uncertainty. Clear and straightforward, Healing the Modern Brain provides the knowledge and tools needed to nurture Mental Fitness—bringing together the latest scientific research with results from Dr. Ramsey’s clinical practice to show us how we can put ourselves on the road to healing anxiety and depression, and better care for our miraculous, modern brains."

Drew Ramsey (Author), Drew Ramsey (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - Senoras: Una guía integral de la salud en la menopausia

"«Un libro eminentemente práctico y útil para transitar con elegancia por la temida menopausia». —Anna Freixas, autora bestseller de Nuestra menopausia ¿Qué hacer con los sofocos? ¿Es normal que vuelva la regla después de tanto tiempo (¡y justo el día que usas pantalones blancos!)? ¿Se puede prevenir la osteoporosis? ¿Adónde se fue el deseo? Para muchas mujeres, la menopausia es un terreno incierto, más cercano a una enfermedad o una tortura que una etapa vital digna de ser disfrutada. Sin embargo, cuando disponemos de las herramientas y la orientación adecuadas, es posible transformar radicalmente esta experiencia. Señoras es una guía práctica y compasiva, escrita por cuatro profesionales de la salud con una perspectiva feminista, donde encontrarás todo lo que necesitas saber y escuchar sobre la menopausia y el climaterio. Desde explicaciones científicas y rutinas de ejercicios ilustradas, hasta reflexiones en torno a los prejuicios médicos y sociales que invisibilizan los «asuntos de mujeres». Sin importar si ya estás transitando o no este camino, estas páginas serán tus mejores aliadas para vivir una madurez plena, libre de miedos y prejuicios. Como una verdadera señora. El PDF de mejora suplementaria acompaña al audiolibro. A comprehensive guide to celebrate and embrace maturity without fear or prejudice. What to do about hot flashes? Is it normal for your period to come back after so long (and on the day you’re wearing white pants, no less!)? Can osteoporosis be prevented? Where did your sex drive go? For many women, menopause is an uncertain terrain, more like an illness or torture than a vital stage worth enjoying. However, with the right tools and guidance, this experience can be radically transformed. Señoras is a practical and compassionate guide, written by four health professionals from a feminist perspective, where you’ll find everything you need to know and hear about menopause and the climacteric. From scientific explanations and illustrated exercise routines to reflections on the medical and social biases that render “women’s issues” invisible. Whether or not you’re already on this journey, these pages will be your best allies in living a full maturity, free from fear and prejudice. Like a true señora. Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook."

Adriana Fernandez Caamaño, Alberta Maria Fabris, Elena Del Estal Perez, Tania Rodriguez Manglano (Author), Yopa Ponce (Narrator)

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The Latina Anti-Diet: A Dietitian's Guide to Authentic Health that Celebrates Culture and Full-Flavo

"Break away from diet culture while still honoring your body and incorporating cultural foods in this fresh, expansive guide from the registered dietitian and creator of Your Latina Nutritionist. "Witty and warm, The Latina Anti-Diet is the perfect way to begin to heal your relationship with food and by proxy your body."-Mikki Kendall, New York Times bestselling author of Hood Feminism Diet culture is facing a reckoning, and intuitive eating has been leading the charge. The movement has taken the internet by storm, encouraging us to stop dieting and make food choices that feel good for our bodies rather than follow influencers and their shakes. But intuitive eating is missing a key ingredient: culture. Like many movements, intuitive eating has become co-opted by a select few-placing the focus on "mainstream" food while discounting cultural cuisines. But how can we gain a healthy attitude toward food when our foods-our arroz, habichuelas, and plátanos-are left out of the conversation? Dalina Soto is here to add them back to our plates. As a registered dietitian, Soto understands the pros and cons of intuitive eating. As a first-generation Dominican American, she's also seen firsthand how this movement has only catered to a certain demographic. With her easy-to-follow CHULA method, Soto teaches us how to • Challenge negative thoughts • Honor our bodies and health • Understand our needs • Listen to our hunger • Acknowledge our emotions She gives us tools to confront diet culture and the whitewashing of food so we can go back to eating what we love while managing our health. Engaging and incisive, The Latina Anti-Diet is for everyone who's been told to lay off the tortillas and swap their white rice for brown. Soto shows us that food is so much more than calories; it's about celebrating our culture and living a life full of flavor. * This audiobook edition includes helpful charts and information from the book."

Dalina Soto (Author), Dalina Soto (Narrator)

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Mind Over Explicit Matter: Quit Porn and Improve Intimacy through Neuroscience

"Read by the author. In Mind Over Explicit Matter, Dr. Trish Leigh offers a step-by-step program to end porn addiction and heal the brain. Dr. Leigh integrates the latest neuroscientific research with easy-to-use techniques and strategies to help conquer habits and change lives. Read by the author. Mind Over Explicit Matter is a groundbreaking and comprehensive guide, meticulously designed to leverage the secrets of brain science to empower individuals in their journey to break free from the clutches of addiction to sexualized media. Leveraging the latest neuroscientific research and practical strategies, this holistic step-by-step program offers a transformative experience that goes beyond surface-level understanding. Through this book, you will gain a deep understanding of the addictive nature of pornography, unravelling the intricate workings of the human brain and how it is affected by prolonged exposure. As a cognitive neuroscientist and certified sex addiction recovery coach, Dr. Trish Leigh has dedicated her life to helping people heal their brains and overcome unhealthy addictions. With empathy and compassion, Dr. Leigh acknowledges the societal judgment and shame that often accompanies these struggles while journeying through the insights she has pioneered with thousands of clients. This roadmap for long-term recovery, filled with personal experiential stories and concrete "brain hack" activities, will - guide you through the process of rewiring your brain and cultivating healthy habits that support lasting change; - equip you with knowledge and practical tools to identify and avoid triggers; - enhance your ability to achieve sexual satisfaction; and - improve your sense of self-awareness, personal happiness, and relational contentment. Whether you are personally grappling with pornography addiction or seeking to support a loved one on their journey, this book is an indispensable companion for a healthier and more meaningful life. Charts and diagrams can be found in the audiobook companion PDF download."

Dr. Trish Leigh (Author), Trish Leigh (Narrator)

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Rebuilding Relationships in Recovery: How to Connect with Family and Close Friends After Active Alco

"How to heal relationships, mend rifts with loved ones, and balance the demands of sobriety with the need for family connection An empowering guide for recovering addicts and alcoholics from an author with lived experience and professional expertise In Rebuilding Relationships in Recovery, Janice V. Johnson Dowd shows readers how to repair and enhance their relationships after active addiction. With personal insights and professional wisdom, Dowd-a licensed social worker in recovery-explores her own personal journey through alcoholism, offering a realistic and transformative guide. Centered on nurturing the critical balance between the self-healing of your own sobriety journey and building bridges and connections with loved ones, Dowd's narrative combines empathetic insights with practical tools. The book covers: - Understanding Addiction's Impact: Exploring how addiction affects family dynamics and the individual's role within them. - Effective Communication: Strategies for opening dialogue and maintaining honest, supportive conversations. - Setting Realistic Expectations: Dispelling common misconceptions and establishing attainable goals in recovery and relationship rebuilding. - Making Amends: A step-by-step guide to acknowledging past harms and initiating the healing process. - Support Networks: Developing and maintaining a support system that encourages sobriety and personal growth. Rebuilding Relationships in Recovery is a roadmap to healing and thriving in sobriety, offering hope and actionable strategies for those seeking to rebuild trust and deepen their family bonds."

Janice V. Johnson Dowd (Author), Dara Brown (Narrator)

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The Ageless Brain: How to Sharpen and Protect Your Mind for a Lifetime

"Brought to you by Penguin. From the bestselling author of The End of Alzheimer’s comes a revolutionary new approach to preserve brain health, for life. Ask people what they fear most about ageing, and memory loss is likely to be top of their list. Whether we’ve watched loved ones suffer from diseases such as dementia, or we have begun to experience moments of forgetfulness ourselves, losing our cognitive abilities is a worrying prospect. Until now. In this empowering and transformative book, Dr Dale Bredesen shows us how brain ageing and neurological diseases are completely avoidable, regardless of our genes. Bringing together a lifetime of clinical work and research, you’ll find out the very best brain health strategies that can be put into action straight away, along with a comprehensive background on what the new science says about how to reverse and prevent cognitive decline. Whether you’re in your twenties or nineties, a healthy, highly functional brain is your greatest asset – this book will show you how. © Dr Dale Bredesen 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

Dale Bredesen (Author), Robert Petkoff (Narrator)

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Looking After: A Portrait of My Autistic Brother

"Brought to you by Penguin. Meet Lionel, Caroline’s older brother. Born in the 1950s, when little was known about autism, Lionel was considered a peculiarity. From the beginning, he was a silent child, oblivious to the people around him and intent only on playing with his toy trucks. By the time he turned four, doctors declared him ineducable and advised that he be institutionalised – a shockingly standard practise at the time. No one could have predicted that Lionel would go onto music college and find his place in the world. With the help of his mother – who refused to send him away – Lionel lived a life that was certainly unusual but never dull. He had perfect pitch, could multiply three-figure numbers in his head, or work out which day of the week you were born on, the instant you told him your birthday. But when Lionel’s mother dies, and shortly after he is diagnosed with cancer, his two sisters struggle to fill the void – to become Lionel’s caretaker and support him as they had promised their mother. Looking After is both a portrait of one autistic man's remarkable life, and a heart-rending story of how one family learnt to care for each other, to deal with loss and to be by each other’s side at the very end. © Caroline Elton 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

Caroline Elton (Author), Rachel Bavidge (Narrator)

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Grace Yourself: How to Show Up for the Sober Life You Want

"Chris Janssen’s Grace Yourself is a guide for anyone struggling with addiction to move beyond self-limiting behavior into a life of fullness and freedom. Alcohol had a hold on Chris Janssens’s actions and thoughts until she made the life-changing decision to attend a support meeting and realized two truths: it wasn’t her fault and she wasn’t alone. Once she was embraced by a community that offered a nonjudgmental look at her struggles, Chris discovered that if she wanted to have a full and lasting life, alcohol could have no part. In Grace Yourself, a humble account of Chris’s transformation to an alcohol-free life, she offers a hand to others who are experiencing similar struggles, whether their addiction is alcohol or anything else. With heaps of grace, Chris shares the ups and downs of her journey while teaching you how to get curious and ask questions that move you forward. There is zero shame in her approach, and her expertise in coaching will help you let go of what’s holding you back so you can live a full and free life. Grace Yourself will help you: Get crystal clear on what you want and why you want it. Identify limiting beliefs keeping you stuck. Create sustainable narratives that serve you and your goals. This is a book for recovering sobriety after relapse, recovering perfectionists, and for anyone who desires to release controlling thoughts. Grace Yourself will help you realize that your worth is not dependent upon your actions or mistakes but, rather, your value and power is within you now to live the extraordinary life you want."

Chris Janssen (Author), Chris Janssen (Narrator)

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The Longevity Nutrient: The Unexpected Fat That Holds The Key to Healthy Agingv

"Unlock the secret to longevity with Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson's "groundbreaking, once-in-a-century discovery" (Mark Hyman, MD, New York Times bestselling author) of the molecule C15:0—an essential fat found in whole milk, cheese, and fatty fish—that can improve your health and increase your lifespan. The hunt for the holy grail of healthy aging has been ongoing for hundreds of years, and Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson may be its most unlikely champion. As a veterinary epidemiologist, she was recruited by the US Navy to lead a clinical research program to continually improve the health of Navy dolphins. Using advanced biotechnology to study the healthiest aging dolphins, she discovered C15:0, a saturated fat which has the potential to expand both the health-span and lifespan in long-lived mammals. In The Longevity Nutrient, Dr. Venn-Watson unveils the science behind C15:0, the first essential fatty acid to be discovered in nearly a hundred years. This revolutionary discovery identifies the crucial ingredient for combating chronic aging-associated diseases. This book unfolds like a detective story, bringing you along through the science and discovery of this extraordinary nutrient. The implications of adding this nutrient back into the American diet could not be more significant. Mounting scientific evidence supports that C15:0 can: - Reduce the risk of and reverse fatty liver disease. - Reduce the risk of and reverse type 2 diabetes and heart disease. - Meaningfully slow the effects of aging to improve overall well-being. Perhaps the most surprising discovery? In the end, it may just be the saturated fat that saves us all. In this "life-changing" (Thomas DeLauer, author of Intermittent Fasting Made Easy) book, Dr. Venn-Watson tells the extraordinary story of this discovery and examines the paradigm shifting implications for human health and aging. She presents the easy, practical steps for you to responsibly bring this essential C15:0 fat into your life to improve your long-term health and wellness."

Stephanie Venn-Watson (Author), Stephanie Venn-Watson (Narrator)

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365 Happy Bedtime Mantras: Improve Your Sleep, Release Stress, and Enjoy Your Dreams

"From "one of the freshest voices in mental health and wellness" (Marci Shimoff, New York Times bestselling author), a year's worth of nightly practices to help you establish healthy sleep habits so that you can relax, de-stress, and dream deeply for a better well-being. Millions of Americans are struggling with sleep disorders or insufficient sleep, putting them at risk for numerous other health issues. For them, every night can feel like a losing battle. Now, 365 Happy Bedtime Mantras seeks to reverse the epidemic of poor sleep by helping you balance both the body and mind with self-love and relaxation-promoting mantras, meditations, and bedtime rituals. Whether you want to improve your quality of life with better sleep, effectively transform your evening routines, practice more self-care and self-love, or simply add more mindfulness moments to your life, you will find what you need in this wonderous book."

Shannon Kaiser (Author), Shannon Kaiser (Narrator)

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This Book Will Save Your Life: The New Medical Cure for Opioid Addiction

"Renowned neurologist Dr. Russell Surasky reveals a precise and breakthrough medical treatment for opioid addiction. The book you’re holding in your hands contains the answers that can save your life, the life of a loved one, or—if you’re a doctor—the life of your patient. In the time it takes you to read this paragraph, another person will have died from opioid addiction. The opioid epidemic is taking the lives of nearly two hundred Americans each day. Everyone is now just one degree of separation from the deadly scourge of opioid addiction—either you are suffering or someone close to you is. Fentanyl, the deadliest of all opioids, has now flooded into every town in America. Recent discoveries in the field of neuroscience have proven that addiction is a neurological brain disease, not a psychological problem or a moral failure. It is a treatable, chronic medical illness that involves complex interactions between genetics, exposure to addictive substances, and ultimately, the hijacking of specific brain circuitry. With this new information, scientists have created breakthrough medical treatments that can help heal the brain from addiction—and finally unchain those suffering from this deadly affliction. In This Book Will Save Your Life, Dr. Russell Surasky clearly explains these precise new life-saving treatments and how you or your loved one can access them immediately. Active opioid addiction is a medical emergency that—without treatment—is virtually always fatal. The information in this book could save your life and the lives of those you love, forever. “This is a pointed and urgent challenge not just for those suffering addiction, but for all of us who care about the dignity of the human person and sacredness of human life. Sure, there’s a lot of bad news about addiction, but there’s a lot of good news as well. My friend Dr. Russell Surasky gives us hope for a culture of recovery.”—Timothy Michael Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York"

Dr. Russell Surasky (Author), Brian Wiggins (Narrator)

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Everything Is Tuberculosis: The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection

"Brought to you by Penguin. Tuberculosis has been entwined with humanity for millennia. Once romanticized as a malady of poets, today tuberculosis is a disease of poverty that walks the trails of injustice and inequity we blazed for it. In 2019, John Green met Henry, a young tuberculosis patient at Lakka Government Hospital in Sierra Leone while traveling with Partners in Health. John became fast friends with Henry, a boy with spindly legs and a big, goofy smile. In the years since that first visit to Lakka, Green has become a vocal and dynamic advocate for increased access to treatment and wider awareness of the healthcare inequities that allow this curable, treatable infectious disease to also be the deadliest, killing 1.5 million people every year. In Everything is Tuberculosis, John tells Henry’s story, woven through with the scientific and social histories of how tuberculosis has shaped our world and how our choices will shape the future of tuberculosis. © John Green 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

John Green (Author), John Green (Narrator)

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