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-I looked-up every book listed in the fantastic //Coping Skills// publication (ISBN: 0-8444-0799-2) that the NLS put out in 1993.  I have re-created my findings here.  All are welcome (and encouraged) to suggest new titles and/or categories.\\+I looked-up every book listed in the fantastic //**Coping Skills**// publication (ISBN: 0-8444-0799-2) that the NLS put out in 1993.  I have re-created my findings here.  All are welcome (and encouraged) to suggest new titles and/or categories.\\ 
 {{ :mn1a_coping_skills.jpg?100 |Coping Skills cover page}} {{ :mn1a_coping_skills.jpg?100 |Coping Skills cover page}}
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 I have listed all of the categories as they were in the publication, but I am not tied to them.  It has been 20 years since the creation of this publication so I'm sure that everything from the category names to the books included could be outdated.\\ I have listed all of the categories as they were in the publication, but I am not tied to them.  It has been 20 years since the creation of this publication so I'm sure that everything from the category names to the books included could be outdated.\\
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 I have added two new sections/categories: [[http://lbphwiki.aadl.org/coping_skills#unemployment_job_hunting_added_2013|Unemployment/Job Hunting]] and [[http://lbphwiki.aadl.org/coping_skills#returning_vets_military_families_added_2013|Returning Vets/Military Families]].\\ I have added two new sections/categories: [[http://lbphwiki.aadl.org/coping_skills#unemployment_job_hunting_added_2013|Unemployment/Job Hunting]] and [[http://lbphwiki.aadl.org/coping_skills#returning_vets_military_families_added_2013|Returning Vets/Military Families]].\\
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-NOTE: I have created a format that I would like to retain if possible (for example, category name = Headline level 2; book format (talking book or braille) = Headline level 3; book titles = Headline level 4).  That said, I'm open for suggestions and corrections.\\ 
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-=== How to Win Friends and Influence People in the Digital Age === +=== Everything to Gain: Making the Most of the Rest of Your Life === 
-***ADDED 2013***\\ +**Author:** Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Carter\\
-**Author:** Brent Cole; Dale Carnegie & Associates\\+
 **Annotation:**\\ **Annotation:**\\
-This update to //How to Win Friends and Influence People// ([[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/53469|DB 53469]]), offered seventy-five years after the original was published, incorporates successful use of social media. Details easy-to-employ strategies for productive conversations and collaborations in business and personal life. Discusses ways to communicate, lead, and work well with others. **2011**.\\+Account of how the former president and first lady made the transition from the White House to Plains, Georgia. In this joint narrative with individual interjections when recollections or interpretations differ, the Carters tell of their involvement in a host of projects and volunteerism. **1987**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/75355|DB 75355]] - Read by Jeff Allin. Reading time: 7 hours, 24 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/25995|DB 25995]] - Read by Mitzi Friedlander. Reading time: 7 hours, 1 minute.
  
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-=== Everything to Gain: Making the Most of the Rest of Your Life === +=== Smart for Life: How to Improve Your Brain Power at Any Age === 
-**Author:** Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Carter\\+**Author:** Michael D. Chafetz\\
 **Annotation:**\\ **Annotation:**\\
-Account of how the former president and first lady made the transition from the White House to Plains, Georgia. In this joint narrative with individual interjections when recollections or interpretations differ, the Carters tell of their involvement in a host of projects and volunteerism. **1987**.\\+A research psychologist's guide to increased mental ability. Chafetz stresses the importance of proper sleep, nutrition, and physical fitness, and the negative aspects of drugs. He focuses on ways to enlarge both memory and mental capacity, to expand language and creative skills, and to increase logic. Includes suggested brain exercises. **1992**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/25995|DB 25995]] - Read by Mitzi Friedlander. Reading time: 7 hours, 1 minute.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/36407|DB 36407]] - Read by Richard Hauenstein. Reading time 7 hours, 31 minutes.
  
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 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[RC 16153]]   * [[RC 16153]]
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 +=== How to Win Friends and Influence People in the Digital Age ===
 +***ADDED 2013***\\
 +**Author:** Brent Cole; Dale Carnegie & Associates\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +This update to //How to Win Friends and Influence People// ([[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/53469|DB 53469]]), offered seventy-five years after the original was published, incorporates successful use of social media. Details easy-to-employ strategies for productive conversations and collaborations in business and personal life. Discusses ways to communicate, lead, and work well with others. **2011**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/75355|DB 75355]] - Read by Jeff Allin. Reading time: 7 hours, 24 minutes.
  
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 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[RC 12056]]   * [[RC 12056]]
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 +=== Solving the Self-Esteem Puzzle: A Guide for Moving from Piece to Peace ===
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** \\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +A blind mental-health counselor offers advice on improving self-awareness, focusing on the effect self-esteem has on personal relationships, on how we feel about our environment, and on life's meaning. She guides the reader through introspective examination of the component parts of life, endeavoring to fit the puzzle pieces together. Contains explicit sexual terms. **1991**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/34984|DB 34984]] - Read by Miriam Wagner. Reading time 4 hours, 22 minutes.
  
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 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[RC 30069]]   * [[RC 30069]]
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 +=== The Gift of Adversity: The Unexpected Benefits of Life's Difficulties, Setbacks, and Imperfectionse ===
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Norman E. Rosenthal\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Psychiatrist posits that to navigate life successfully one must encounter--and overcome--difficulties. Uses the experiences of his patients, colleagues, and his own Jewish childhood in 1950s apartheid South Africa to illustrate methods and techniques for dealing with challenges. **2013**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/77939|DB 77939]] - Read by Kurt Elftmann. Reading time 10 hours, 52 minutes.
  
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 A retired Unitarian minister presents his thoughts and observations on the joy of life. The essays cover such topics as: the joys of Crayolas, Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, jumper cables, a shoebox of childhood momentoes, and the author's wife. A frequently quoted maxim, from a kindergarten graduation speech, is "When you go out into the world, it is best to hold hands and stick together." **1988**.\\ A retired Unitarian minister presents his thoughts and observations on the joy of life. The essays cover such topics as: the joys of Crayolas, Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, jumper cables, a shoebox of childhood momentoes, and the author's wife. A frequently quoted maxim, from a kindergarten graduation speech, is "When you go out into the world, it is best to hold hands and stick together." **1988**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.28047|DB 28047]] - Read by Harry Elders. Reading time: 3 hours, 18 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/28047|DB 28047]] - Read by Harry Elders. Reading time: 3 hours, 18 minutes.
   * [[BR 07700]] - 1 volume.   * [[BR 07700]] - 1 volume.
  
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 A popular approach to psychological self-help based on the theory that each person contains three active elements: the Parent, the Adult, and the Child. The goal of transactional analysis is to achieve a healthy balance of these elements, freeing the Adult from the archaic recordings of the Parent and the Child. **1971**.\\ A popular approach to psychological self-help based on the theory that each person contains three active elements: the Parent, the Adult, and the Child. The goal of transactional analysis is to achieve a healthy balance of these elements, freeing the Adult from the archaic recordings of the Parent and the Child. **1971**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.14830|DB 14830]] - Read by John Stratton. Reading time: 9 hours, 47 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/14830|DB 14830]] - Read by John Stratton. Reading time: 9 hours, 47 minutes.
   * [[BR 01880]] - 4 volumes.   * [[BR 01880]] - 4 volumes.
  
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 Impelled by personal tragedy in his own life, the author, a rabbi, helps others cope with grief, guilt, rage, bitterness, and bewilderment at God's "unfairness." In his search for answers to why tragedies seemingly strike those undeserving of them, he offers comfort and reassurance to the troubled. **1981**.\\ Impelled by personal tragedy in his own life, the author, a rabbi, helps others cope with grief, guilt, rage, bitterness, and bewilderment at God's "unfairness." In his search for answers to why tragedies seemingly strike those undeserving of them, he offers comfort and reassurance to the troubled. **1981**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.48900|DB 48900]] - Read by Bill Wallace. Reading time: 5 hours, 13 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/48900|DB 48900]] - Read by Bill Wallace. Reading time: 5 hours, 13 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/16801/prefix/BR|BR 16801]] - 1 volume.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/16801|BR 16801]] - 1 volume.
  
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 Twenty-fifth anniversary edition of the 1978 classic psychological treatise concerning spirituality, self-actualization, maturation, and interpersonal relationships. Emphasizes mental and spiritual growth, love, and self-discipline. **1983**.\\ Twenty-fifth anniversary edition of the 1978 classic psychological treatise concerning spirituality, self-actualization, maturation, and interpersonal relationships. Emphasizes mental and spiritual growth, love, and self-discipline. **1983**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.55631|DB 55631]] -  Read by Jack Fox. Reading time: 11 hours, 28 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/55631|DB 55631]] -  Read by Jack Fox. Reading time: 11 hours, 28 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/14516/prefix/BR|BR 14516]] - 3 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/14516|BR 14516]] - 3 volumes.
  
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 Continuing with the messages put forth in //The Road Less Traveled//, Peck lectures as both psychiatrist and spiritual guide. He stresses striving for self-love rather than self-esteem and proposes that being disillusioned and being confused are actually signs of mental health. Some strong language. **1993**.\\ Continuing with the messages put forth in //The Road Less Traveled//, Peck lectures as both psychiatrist and spiritual guide. He stresses striving for self-love rather than self-esteem and proposes that being disillusioned and being confused are actually signs of mental health. Some strong language. **1993**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.37302|DB 37302]] - Read by Erik Sandvold. Reading time: 8 hours, 25 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/37302|DB 37302]] - Read by Erik Sandvold. Reading time: 8 hours, 25 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/09391/prefix/BR|BR 09391]] - 2 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/09391|BR 09391]] - 2 volumes.
  
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 The author of the bestselling //Peter Principle// teams up with humorist Bill Dana to prescribe laughter as the best medicine. Rather than a bitter pill, they recommend humor as preventive medicine for physiological and psychological health. **1982**.\\ The author of the bestselling //Peter Principle// teams up with humorist Bill Dana to prescribe laughter as the best medicine. Rather than a bitter pill, they recommend humor as preventive medicine for physiological and psychological health. **1982**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/05340/prefix/BR|BR 05340]] - 2 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/05340|BR 05340]] - 2 volumes.
  
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 **Author:** Melody Beattie\\ **Author:** Melody Beattie\\
 **Annotation:**\\ **Annotation:**\\
-As a follow-up to //Codependent No More// in which Beattie discussed stopping the pain of codependency and gaining control of one's life, she now addresses the topic of self care--what to do when the pain has stopped. Using case histories, she discusses topics such as recovery and relapse, breaking free, dealing with shame, overcoming fatal attractions, and dealing with the fear of commitment. **1989**.\\+As a follow-up to //Codependent No More// ([[RC 28220]]) in which Beattie discussed stopping the pain of codependency and gaining control of one's life, she now addresses the topic of self care--what to do when the pain has stopped. Using case histories, she discusses topics such as recovery and relapse, breaking free, dealing with shame, overcoming fatal attractions, and dealing with the fear of commitment. **1989**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[RC 31290]]+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/31290|DB 31290]] - Read by Patricia McDermott. Reading time 7 hours, 59 minutes.
  
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   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/09230|BR 09230]] - 3 volumes.   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/09230|BR 09230]] - 3 volumes.
   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/17778|BR 17778]] - 3 volumes.   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/17778|BR 17778]] - 3 volumes.
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 +=== Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples ===
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Harville Hendrix\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +A marriage therapist and pastoral counselor shows how to transform the marital relationship into a lasting source of love. He describes how to change confrontational habits learned as children into techniques that promote mutual growth and healing. He recommends a series of ten exercises that will help couples gain insight and resolve problems. **1988**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/31202|DB 31202]] - Read by Harold Parker. Reading time 10 hours, 17 minutes.
  
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 Kreidman's theory is that a man falls in love with a woman because of the way he feels when he is with her. She offers suggestions on how to communicate with your man and make him a sex object, how to express feelings and create moods, and how to keep his fire lit forever. **1991**.\\ Kreidman's theory is that a man falls in love with a woman because of the way he feels when he is with her. She offers suggestions on how to communicate with your man and make him a sex object, how to express feelings and create moods, and how to keep his fire lit forever. **1991**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[RC 30551]]+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/30551|DB 30551]] - Read by Ilona Dulaski. Reading time 5 hours, 41 minutes.
   * [[BR 08108]] - 2 volumes.   * [[BR 08108]] - 2 volumes.
  
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 **Author:** Robin Norwood\\ **Author:** Robin Norwood\\
 **Annotation:**\\ **Annotation:**\\
-Collection of letters-to-the-author inspired by the bestselling //Women Who Love Too Much// ([[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.22991|DB 22991]]). The author amplifies her basic theory, that some women become "addicted" to either long-term or serial relationships that are destructive to their mental and physical well-being. **1988**.\\+Collection of letters-to-the-author inspired by the bestselling //Women Who Love Too Much// ([[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/22991|DB 22991]]). The author amplifies her basic theory, that some women become "addicted" to either long-term or serial relationships that are destructive to their mental and physical well-being. **1988**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/27603|DB 27603]] - Read by Rita Hottois. Reading time 11 hours, 58 minutes.   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/27603|DB 27603]] - Read by Rita Hottois. Reading time 11 hours, 58 minutes.
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 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[RC 20143]]   * [[RC 20143]]
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/05660/prefix/BR|BR 05660]] - 2 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/05660|BR 05660]] - 2 volumes.
  
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 Therapist Gray describes what he perceives to be fundamental differences in how men and women communicate. Provided are instructions on translating what the other sex is saying and responding in an appropriate manner to improve relationships. **1992**.\\ Therapist Gray describes what he perceives to be fundamental differences in how men and women communicate. Provided are instructions on translating what the other sex is saying and responding in an appropriate manner to improve relationships. **1992**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.35918|DB 35918]] - Read by Erik Sandvold. Reading time: 9 hours, 19 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/35918|DB 35918]] - Read by Erik Sandvold. Reading time: 9 hours, 19 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/09230/prefix/BR|BR 09230]] - 3 volumes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/09230|BR 09230]] - 3 volumes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/17778/prefix/BR|BR 17778]] - 3 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/17778|BR 17778]] - 3 volumes.
  
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 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[BR 06184]]   * [[BR 06184]]
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-=== Light His Fire: How to Keep Your Man Passionately and Hopelessly in Love with You === 
-**Author:** Ellen Kreidman\\ 
-**Annotation:**\\ 
-Kreidman's theory is that a man falls in love with a woman because of the way he feels when he is with her. She offers suggestions on how to communicate with your man and make him a sex object, how to express feelings and create moods, and how to keep his fire lit forever. **1989**.\\ 
-**Available Formats:** 
-  * [[RC 30551]] 
-  * [[BR 08108]] - 2 volumes. 
  
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 A staff psychologist at the Menninger Foundation emphasizes that women have more trouble dealing with anger than men do. Because culture has taught women to be mediators in relationships, she argues, they often fail to express their anger for fear of rocking the boat. Lerner shows readers ways to deal more effectually with anger. **1985**.\\ A staff psychologist at the Menninger Foundation emphasizes that women have more trouble dealing with anger than men do. Because culture has taught women to be mediators in relationships, she argues, they often fail to express their anger for fear of rocking the boat. Lerner shows readers ways to deal more effectually with anger. **1985**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.27934|DB 27934]] - Read by Patricia McDermott. Reading time: 6 hours, 59 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/27934|DB 27934]] - Read by Patricia McDermott. Reading time: 6 hours, 59 minutes.
   * [[BR 06419]] - 2 volumes.   * [[BR 06419]] - 2 volumes.
  
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 A romantic self-help book that is upbeat, practical, and winning. The author is a feminist former director of women's programs at the University of California at Berkeley and a leader of singles workshops. **1988**.\\ A romantic self-help book that is upbeat, practical, and winning. The author is a feminist former director of women's programs at the University of California at Berkeley and a leader of singles workshops. **1988**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/07460/prefix/BR|BR 07460]] - 3 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/07460|BR 07460]] - 3 volumes.
  
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 Grandson-grandfather coauthors present a life guide based on positive psychology and the simple metaphor of a bucket and a dipper, which can be used either positively or negatively to influence others. Offers five strategies for increasing good emotions including praising others appropriately, giving unexpectedly, and reversing the Golden Rule. **2004**.\\ Grandson-grandfather coauthors present a life guide based on positive psychology and the simple metaphor of a bucket and a dipper, which can be used either positively or negatively to influence others. Offers five strategies for increasing good emotions including praising others appropriately, giving unexpectedly, and reversing the Golden Rule. **2004**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/16093/prefix/BR|BR 16093]] - 1 volume.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/16093|BR 16093]] - 1 volume.
  
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 Marriage counselor offers advice on affirming love to one's partner. Chapman defines five different love languages--quality time, words of affirmation, receiving gifts, acts of service, and physical touch--that are based on psychological disposition. Suggests ways individuals can decipher their spouse's emotional preferences, providing examples from his own practice. **1995**.\\ Marriage counselor offers advice on affirming love to one's partner. Chapman defines five different love languages--quality time, words of affirmation, receiving gifts, acts of service, and physical touch--that are based on psychological disposition. Suggests ways individuals can decipher their spouse's emotional preferences, providing examples from his own practice. **1995**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.64174|DB 64174]] - Read by Gary Tipton. Reading time: 5 hours, 16 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/64174|DB 64174]] - Read by Gary Tipton. Reading time: 5 hours, 16 minutes.
  
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 The author of //Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus// offers suggestions on opening one's self to love after the death of a mate or after a divorce. Describes the healing process common to both men and women. Explains the differences in the ways males and females resolve loss. **1998**.\\ The author of //Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus// offers suggestions on opening one's self to love after the death of a mate or after a divorce. Describes the healing process common to both men and women. Explains the differences in the ways males and females resolve loss. **1998**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.47134|DB 47134]] - Read by Erik Sandvold. Reading time: 8 hours, 57 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/47134|DB 47134]] - Read by Erik Sandvold. Reading time: 8 hours, 57 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/11781/prefix/BR|BR 11781]] - 2 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/11781|BR 11781]] - 2 volumes.
  
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 The author of //Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus// offers suggestions to help couples communicate better in the bedroom and therefore keep sex alive in a monogamous relationship. He discusses what to say and do, what not to say and do, the mechanics of sex, and how to rekindle passion. Some strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. **1995**.\\ The author of //Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus// offers suggestions to help couples communicate better in the bedroom and therefore keep sex alive in a monogamous relationship. He discusses what to say and do, what not to say and do, the mechanics of sex, and how to rekindle passion. Some strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. **1995**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.40459|DB 40459]] - Read by Erik Sandvold. Reading time: 5 hours, 11 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/40459|DB 40459]] - Read by Erik Sandvold. Reading time: 5 hours, 11 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/10089/prefix/BR|BR 10089]] - 2 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/10089|BR 10089]] - 2 volumes.
  
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 The author of //Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus// offers suggestions on opening one's self to love after the death of a mate or after a divorce. Describes the healing process common to both men and women. Explains the differences in the ways males and females resolve loss. **1998**.\\ The author of //Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus// offers suggestions on opening one's self to love after the death of a mate or after a divorce. Describes the healing process common to both men and women. Explains the differences in the ways males and females resolve loss. **1998**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.47134|DB 47134]] - Read by Erik Sandvold. Reading time: 8 hours, 57 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/47134|DB 47134]] - Read by Erik Sandvold. Reading time: 8 hours, 57 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/11781/prefix/BR|BR 11781]] - 2 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/11781|BR 11781]] - 2 volumes.
  
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 The author of //Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus// offers suggestions to help couples communicate better in the bedroom and therefore keep sex alive in a monogamous relationship. He discusses what to say and do, what not to say and do, the mechanics of sex, and how to rekindle passion. Some strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. **1995**.\\ The author of //Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus// offers suggestions to help couples communicate better in the bedroom and therefore keep sex alive in a monogamous relationship. He discusses what to say and do, what not to say and do, the mechanics of sex, and how to rekindle passion. Some strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. **1995**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.40459|DB 40459]] - Read by Erik Sandvold. Reading time: 5 hours, 11 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/40459|DB 40459]] - Read by Erik Sandvold. Reading time: 5 hours, 11 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/10089/prefix/BR|BR 10089]] - 2 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/10089|BR 10089]] - 2 volumes.
  
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 Using the predicaments of five real families with different situations--parent rivalry, single parenting, step-parenting, family illness, and adoption--Brazleton offers advice for families confronted with these difficult situations. **1989**.\\ Using the predicaments of five real families with different situations--parent rivalry, single parenting, step-parenting, family illness, and adoption--Brazleton offers advice for families confronted with these difficult situations. **1989**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.31715|DB 31715]] - Read by Phil Regensdorf. Reading time: 8 hours, 45 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/31715|DB 31715]] - Read by Phil Regensdorf. Reading time: 8 hours, 45 minutes.
  
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 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[BR 06058]] - 2 volumes.   * [[BR 06058]] - 2 volumes.
 +
 +----
 +
 +==== Raising Our Children's Children ====
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Deborah Doucette-Dudman and Jeffrey R. LaCure\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Handbook for grandmothers as primary caregivers of their grandchildren. The authors discuss the under-reported problem of "kinship care" as they present case histories augmented by guidelines for dealing with such issues as conflict management, drug addiction, and physical and sexual abuse. Some strong language and some descriptions of sex. **1996**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**\\
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/44075|DB 44075]] - Read by Madelyn Buzzard. Reading time 10 hours, 48 minutes.
  
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 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[RC 14476]]   * [[RC 14476]]
 +
 +----
 +
 +==== Emotional Illness in Your Family: Helping Your Relative, Helping Yourself ====
 +**Author:** Harvey R. Greenberg\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +The author, a clinical professor of psychiatry, has written this book to help adolescents contend with the difficulties a relative's troubles can cause. He examines ways, both within the family and through professional help, of dealing with problems. Presenting a catalog of disorders, he discusses each and suggests specific coping strategies. For junior and senior high readers. **1989**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/35019|DB 35019]] - Read by Maxine Wasserman. Reading time 10 hours, 30 minutes.
  
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 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[RC 22943]]   * [[RC 22943]]
 +
 +----
 +
 +==== The One-Minute Scolding: The Amazingly Effective New Approach to Child Discipline ====
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Carl E. Pickhardt\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Psychologist and Psychology Today blogger addresses the common developmental changes in children before and during the teen years. Offers suggestions for dealing with conflicts and protecting kids from danger. **2013**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/20140|BR 20140]] - 4 volumes.
  
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 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/32117|DB 32117]] - Read by Kerry Dukin. Reading time 15 hours, 15 minutes.   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/32117|DB 32117]] - Read by Kerry Dukin. Reading time 15 hours, 15 minutes.
 +
 +----
 +
 +==== The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind ====
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Neuropsychiatrist Siegel and psychotherapist Bryson provide insight into child brain development. They discuss ways to foster children's emotional intelligence and offer tools to implement a holistic approach to modifying behavior. Commercial audiobook. **2011**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/74711|DB 74711]] - Read by Tina Payne Bryson. Reading time 6 hours, 17 minutes.
 +
 +----
 +
 +==== Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain ====
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Daniel J. Siegel\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Neuropsychiatrist Siegel, author of //The Whole-Brain Child// ([[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/74711|DB 74711]]), uses scientific research into the field of interpersonal neurobiology and anecdotes from patients and his own family to explain teenage behavior. Discusses the purpose of the adolescent mind, the timing of puberty, and ways to help families thrive. Bestseller. **2013**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/78189|DB 78189]] - Read by Jeremy Gage. Reading time 9 hours, 47 minutes.
  
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 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[BR 06792]] - 2 volumes.   * [[BR 06792]] - 2 volumes.
 +
 +----
 +
 +==== When Your Adult Child Breaks Your Heart: Coping with Mental Illness, Substance Abuse, and the Problems That Tear Families Apart ====
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Joel L. Young and Christine A. Adamec\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Psychiatrist and medical writer offer practical advice and coping strategies for parents dealing with adult children who are mentally ill, drug addicted, abusive, or incarcerated. Focuses on identifying and treating underlying conditions of mental illness and substance abuse as the most efficient way to assist your troubled child. **2013**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/78064|DB 78064]] - Read by Gary Tipton. Reading time 10 hours, 21 minutes.
  
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 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[RC 25119]]   * [[RC 25119]]
 +
 +----
 +
 +==== Reclaiming Our Lives: Hope for Adult Survivors of Incest ====
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Carol H. Poston and Karen Lison \\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Help for women who have been victims of incest--whether one incident, or many. Each chapter begins with a narrative by Poston, a victim, regarding her abused childhood, then Lison, a psychotherapist, presents case studies in which she analyzes victims' experiences. Contains a fourteen-step guide for recovery. Some strong language and descriptions of sex. **1989**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/30420|DB 30420]] - Read by Mitzi Friedlander. Reading time 10 hours, 6 minutes.
  
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 ===== Health and Healing ===== ===== Health and Healing =====
 +==== Stress / Anxiety & Fears (ADDED 2014) ====
 +=== The Mayo Clinic Guide to Stress-Free Living ===
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Amit Sood (Mayo Clinic)\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Sood, the chair of the Mind Body Medicine Initiative at the Mayo Clinic, draws on brain research to develop techniques for reducing stress. Discusses practical tips for starting a personal mind-body practice that will promote present-moment awareness, gratitude, compassion, meaning, and forgiveness. **2013**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/78222|DB 78222]] - Reading time 11 hours, 53 minutes.
 +Read by Gary Tipton.
 +
 +----
 +
 +=== My Age of Anxiety: Fear, Hope, Dread, and the Search for Peace of Mind ===
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Scott Stossel\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Editor of //The Atlantic// chronicles anxiety disorder through history, philosophy, religion, culture, and science, while relating his lifelong struggle with the condition. Discusses medications, therapies, and treatment theories, including nature versus nurture. Describes his own personal redemption and resilience. Some strong language. Bestseller. **2013**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/78163|DB 78163]] - Read by Bill Burton. Reading time 17 hours, 54 minutes.
 +
 +----
 +
 +==== Cancer (ADDED 2014) ====
 +=== The Priority List: A Teacher's Final Quest to Discover Life's Greatest Lessons ===
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** David Menasche\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +High school English teacher Menasche relates his battle with brain cancer that began at age thirty-four with a prognosis of death within a few months. Explains his decision years later--despite vision and mobility loss--to travel alone throughout the country to visit hundreds of his former students. **2013**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/78769|DB 78769]] - Read by Bob Moore. Reading time 4 hours, 47 minutes.
 +
 +----
 +
 +==== Diabetes (ADDED 2014) ====
 +=== The Blood Sugar Solution: The Ultrahealthy Program for Losing Weight, Preventing Disease, and Feeling Great Now! ===
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Mark Hyman\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Medical director of the UltraWellness Center explains the causes of obesity and type 2 diabetes. Discusses adopting an organic diet, exercise plan, and stress-relief methods to prevent chronic illness. Includes recipes. Bestseller. **2012**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/74530|DB 74530]] - Read by Kerry Dukin. Reading time 15 hours, 29 minutes.
 +
 +----
 +
 +=== The Blood Sugar Solution 10-Day Detox Diet: Activate Your Body's Natural Ability to Burn Fat and Lose Weight Fast ===
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Mark Hyman\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Author of //The Blood Sugar Solution// ([[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/74530|DB 74530]]) offers specific nutritional strategies to reduce insulin levels. Includes detailed explanations for food choices and recipes. Suggests ways to prepare both your kitchen and your mind for the recommended plan. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. **2014**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/78677|DB 78677]] - Read by Mark Hyman. Reading time 7 hours, 35 minutes.
 +
 +----
 +
 +=== Diabetic Retinopathy: From Diagnosis to Treatment ===
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Homayoun Tabandeh and David S. Boyer\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Retina specialists and authors of //Macular Degeneration// ([[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/74495|DB 74495]]) describe diabetic retinopathy, a potential problem for people with diabetes. Discuss its development, treatment options and ways to slow its progress, and lifestyle changes that lead to better glucose control. Offer advice on coping with visual impairment. **2014**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/78358|DB 78358]] - Read by Patrick Downer. Reading time 3 hours, 41 minutes.
 +
 +----
 +
 +==== Healthy Living / Diet and Exercise (ADDED 2014) ====
 +=== The End of Illness ===
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** David Agus and Kristin Loberg\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Cancer researcher Agus advocates a systemic view of health and recommends knowing about your own physiology and genetics to personalize your health care. Discusses the holistic value of nutrition, sleep, movement, and keeping a regular schedule. Highlights developing medical technologies like proteomic analysis, the analysis of human proteins. Bestseller. **2011**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/74306|DB 74306]] - Read by Gary Tipton. Reading time 11 hours, 33 minutes.
 +
 +----
 +
 +=== A Short Guide to a Long Life ===
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** David Agus and Kristin Loberg\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Cancer researcher distills his book //The End of Illness// ([[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/74306|DB 74306]]) into a concise collection of tips for healthy living. Recommends a diet of non-processed seasonal foods and a daily fitness routine to maintain weight and manage stress. Bestseller. **2014**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/78295|DB 78295]] - Read by Guy Williams. Reading time 3 hours, 18 minutes.
 +
 +----
 +
 +==== Multiple Sclerosis (ADDED 2014) ====
 +=== Lean On Me: Ten Powerful Steps to Moving Beyond Your Diagnosis and Taking Back Your Life ===
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Nancy Davis (Nancy Sue)\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +The author describes a doctor telling her at age thirty-three that she had multiple sclerosis and there was nothing she could do. To provide others with tools for dealing with their own chronic illness, she details the steps she used to take charge of her health. **2006**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/78345|DB 78345]] - Read by Mare Trevathan. Reading time 7 hours, 21 minutes.
 +
 +----
 +
 +=== Waist-High in The World: A Life Among the Nondisabled ===
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Nancy Mairs\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +A Tucson writer describes her experiences with multiple sclerosis. Having lived as both nondisabled and disabled, Mairs hopes her observations and responses will "make the terrain seem less alien, less perilous, and far more amusing than the myths and legends about it would suggest." **1996**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/44084|DB 44084]] - Read by Sharon Murray. Reading time 6 hours, 18 minutes.
 +
 +----
 +
 ==== Talking Books ==== ==== Talking Books ====
 === The Relaxation Response === === The Relaxation Response ===
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 The author contends that a positive mental attitude, attained through his "relaxation response" for dealing with stress, can also help people increase their control over health and happiness. **1984**.\\ The author contends that a positive mental attitude, attained through his "relaxation response" for dealing with stress, can also help people increase their control over health and happiness. **1984**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[RC 22254]]+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/22254|DB 22254]] - Read by Fred Major. Reading time 5 hours, 3 minutes. 
 + 
 +---- 
 + 
 +=== Timeless Healing: The Power and Biology of Belief === 
 +***ADDED 2014***\\ 
 +**Author:** Herbert Benson, with Marg Stark\\ 
 +**Annotation:**\\ 
 +The author of //Beyond the Relaxation Response// ([[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/22254|DB 22254]]) describes how self-care can be combined with pharmaceuticals, surgery, and other procedures to help the healing process. Self-care methods include a belief in "something good," the placebo effect of "remembered wellness," and religious convictions that enhance the relaxation response. **1996**.\\ 
 +**Available Formats:** 
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/50143|DB 50143]] - Read by Gary Tipton. Reading time 11 hours, 18 minutes.
  
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 The author reports on results of treating depression, from mild blues to serious cases, with "cognitive thinking," a program pioneered by colleagues at the University of Pennsylvania. The therapy involves fighting automatic responses to disappointments by intelligent thinking that can put one's shortcomings into perspective. **1980**.\\ The author reports on results of treating depression, from mild blues to serious cases, with "cognitive thinking," a program pioneered by colleagues at the University of Pennsylvania. The therapy involves fighting automatic responses to disappointments by intelligent thinking that can put one's shortcomings into perspective. **1980**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.17777|DB 17777]] - Read by Pat Hurley. Reading time: 14 hours, 58 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/17777|DB 17777]] - Read by Pat Hurley. Reading time: 14 hours, 58 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/09097/prefix/BR|BR 09097]] - 4 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/09097|BR 09097]] - 4 volumes.
  
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 The author's reflections generated by his triumph over a crippling disease. Cousins investigates the chemistry of the will to live and factors influencing the capacity for self-healing. He also believes that humor and laughter, along with a strong doctor/patient relationship, aid the body's natural healing powers. **1979**.\\ The author's reflections generated by his triumph over a crippling disease. Cousins investigates the chemistry of the will to live and factors influencing the capacity for self-healing. He also believes that humor and laughter, along with a strong doctor/patient relationship, aid the body's natural healing powers. **1979**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.55117|DB 55117]] - Read by Bob Moore. Reading time: 5 hours, 2 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/55117|DB 55117]] - Read by Bob Moore. Reading time: 5 hours, 2 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/14347/prefix/BR|BR 14347]] - 1 volume.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/14347|BR 14347]] - 1 volume.
  
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 The author, a professor at UCLA's School of Medicine, contends that positive attitudes can play important roles in the healing process. Drawing upon his personal experiences as well as those of doctors, researchers, and patients, Cousins argues that faith, love, determination and humor, promote healing within the body. **1989**.\\ The author, a professor at UCLA's School of Medicine, contends that positive attitudes can play important roles in the healing process. Drawing upon his personal experiences as well as those of doctors, researchers, and patients, Cousins argues that faith, love, determination and humor, promote healing within the body. **1989**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.31001|DB 31001]] - Read by Bob Butz. Reading time: 12 hours, 18 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/31001|DB 31001]] - Read by Bob Butz. Reading time: 12 hours, 18 minutes.
  
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 A professor of psychiatry discusses the causes of the phobia and the treatment methods he has devised. He also outlines a self-help program based on such techniques as diaphragmatic breathing and positive thinking to rid oneself of "catastrophic thoughts." **1987**.\\ A professor of psychiatry discusses the causes of the phobia and the treatment methods he has devised. He also outlines a self-help program based on such techniques as diaphragmatic breathing and positive thinking to rid oneself of "catastrophic thoughts." **1987**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.27951|DB 27951]] - Read by Lou Harpenau. Reading time: 8 hours, 50 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/27951|DB 27951]] - Read by Lou Harpenau. Reading time: 8 hours, 50 minutes.
  
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 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[RC 31741]]   * [[RC 31741]]
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/07811/prefix/BR|BR 07811]] - 2 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/07811|BR 07811]] - 2 volumes.
  
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 The author, a metaphysical counselor, asserts that "if we are willing to do the mental work, almost anything can be healed." This handbook tells how to eliminate the blocks to good health and a happy life by regaining one's self-esteem and confidence. **1984**.\\ The author, a metaphysical counselor, asserts that "if we are willing to do the mental work, almost anything can be healed." This handbook tells how to eliminate the blocks to good health and a happy life by regaining one's self-esteem and confidence. **1984**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.26986|DB 26986]] - Read by Pam Ward. Reading time: 6 hours, 6 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/26986|DB 26986]] - Read by Pam Ward. Reading time: 6 hours, 6 minutes.
  
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 The author, a clinical psychologist who counsels chronically ill people and has multiple sclerosis herself, presents a collection of vignettes drawn from actual cases, along with her own commentaries. **1985**.\\ The author, a clinical psychologist who counsels chronically ill people and has multiple sclerosis herself, presents a collection of vignettes drawn from actual cases, along with her own commentaries. **1985**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.31753|DB 31753]] -Read by Dee Weber. Reading time: 5 hours, 48 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/31753|DB 31753]] -Read by Dee Weber. Reading time: 5 hours, 48 minutes.
  
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 Divided into chapters on the major stress causing stages of life; pregnancy, parenting, childhood, adolescence, adulthood and work, midlife transition, aging, and death. This book presents techniques and exercises that are designed to help people relax in order to more effectively handle these stages and stresses. **1988**.\\ Divided into chapters on the major stress causing stages of life; pregnancy, parenting, childhood, adolescence, adulthood and work, midlife transition, aging, and death. This book presents techniques and exercises that are designed to help people relax in order to more effectively handle these stages and stresses. **1988**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.28955|DB 28955]] - Read by Mary Pederson. Reading time: 9 hours, 44 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/28955|DB 28955]] - Read by Mary Pederson. Reading time: 9 hours, 44 minutes.
   * [[BR 07755]] - 3 volumes.   * [[BR 07755]] - 3 volumes.
  
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 A surgeon and professor at Yale Medical School, the author became interested in cancer victims who had regained their health, although diagnosed as incurable. He founded ECaP (Exceptional Cancer Patients), which inspired creative programs based on the belief that miracles occur when the mind is focused on healing. **1986**.\\ A surgeon and professor at Yale Medical School, the author became interested in cancer victims who had regained their health, although diagnosed as incurable. He founded ECaP (Exceptional Cancer Patients), which inspired creative programs based on the belief that miracles occur when the mind is focused on healing. **1986**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.26318|DB 26318]] - Read by Jim Bond. Reading time: 9 hours, 22 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/26318|DB 26318]] - Read by Jim Bond. Reading time: 9 hours, 22 minutes.
   * [[BR 06561]] - 3 volumes.   * [[BR 06561]] - 3 volumes.
  
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 After examining the causes for diseases and the ways people activate illnesses, Siegel discusses how to use self-healing. He does, however, caution people that they should not rely on self-healing alone, but use it in conjunction with treatment by medical professionals. **1989**.\\ After examining the causes for diseases and the ways people activate illnesses, Siegel discusses how to use self-healing. He does, however, caution people that they should not rely on self-healing alone, but use it in conjunction with treatment by medical professionals. **1989**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.30953|DB 30953]] - Read by Jim Bond. Reading time: 10 hours, 40 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/30953|DB 30953]] - Read by Jim Bond. Reading time: 10 hours, 40 minutes.
   * [[BR 07837]] - 3 volumes.   * [[BR 07837]] - 3 volumes.
 +
 +----
 +
 +=== My Parent Has Cancer and It Really Sucks: Real-Life Advice from Real-Life Teens ===
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Maya Silver and Marc Silver\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Teens' guide to coping with a parent's cancer diagnosis. Provides information on the disease and offers advice on communicating with family and friends, dealing with stress, and seeking support. Includes accounts from peers and resources. For junior and senior high and older readers. **2013**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/76350|DB 76350]] - Read by Kerry Dukin. Reading time: 8 hours, 44 minutes. 
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/19907|BR 19907]] - 3 volumes.
  
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 The author reports on results of treating depression, from mild blues to serious cases, with "cognitive thinking," a program pioneered by colleagues at the University of Pennsylvania. The therapy involves fighting automatic responses to disappointments by intelligent thinking that can put one's shortcomings into perspective. **1980**.\\ The author reports on results of treating depression, from mild blues to serious cases, with "cognitive thinking," a program pioneered by colleagues at the University of Pennsylvania. The therapy involves fighting automatic responses to disappointments by intelligent thinking that can put one's shortcomings into perspective. **1980**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.17777|DB 17777]] - Read by Pat Hurley. Reading time: 14 hours, 58 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/17777|DB 17777]] - Read by Pat Hurley. Reading time: 14 hours, 58 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/09097/prefix/BR|BR 09097]] - 4 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/09097|BR 09097]] - 4 volumes.
  
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 The author's reflections generated by his triumph over a crippling disease. Cousins investigates the chemistry of the will to live and factors influencing the capacity for self-healing. He also believes that humor and laughter, along with a strong doctor/patient relationship, aid the body's natural healing powers. **1979**.\\ The author's reflections generated by his triumph over a crippling disease. Cousins investigates the chemistry of the will to live and factors influencing the capacity for self-healing. He also believes that humor and laughter, along with a strong doctor/patient relationship, aid the body's natural healing powers. **1979**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.55117|DB 55117]] - Read by Bob Moore. Reading time: 5 hours, 2 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/55117|DB 55117]] - Read by Bob Moore. Reading time: 5 hours, 2 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/14347/prefix/BR|BR 14347]] - 1 volume.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/14347|BR 14347]] - 1 volume.
  
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   * [[RC 31741]]   * [[RC 31741]]
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/07811/prefix/BR|BR 07811]] - 2 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/07811|BR 07811]] - 2 volumes.
  
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 Divided into chapters on the major stress causing stages of life; pregnancy, parenting, childhood, adolescence, adulthood and work, midlife transition, aging, and death. This book presents techniques and exercises that are designed to help people relax in order to more effectively handle these stages and stresses. **1988**.\\ Divided into chapters on the major stress causing stages of life; pregnancy, parenting, childhood, adolescence, adulthood and work, midlife transition, aging, and death. This book presents techniques and exercises that are designed to help people relax in order to more effectively handle these stages and stresses. **1988**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.28955|DB 28955]] - Read by Mary Pederson. Reading time: 9 hours, 44 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/28955|DB 28955]] - Read by Mary Pederson. Reading time: 9 hours, 44 minutes.
   * [[BR 07755]] - 3 volumes.   * [[BR 07755]] - 3 volumes.
  
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 A surgeon and professor at Yale Medical School, the author became interested in cancer victims who had regained their health, although diagnosed as incurable. He founded ECaP (Exceptional Cancer Patients), which inspired creative programs based on the belief that miracles occur when the mind is focused on healing. **1986**.\\ A surgeon and professor at Yale Medical School, the author became interested in cancer victims who had regained their health, although diagnosed as incurable. He founded ECaP (Exceptional Cancer Patients), which inspired creative programs based on the belief that miracles occur when the mind is focused on healing. **1986**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.26318|DB 26318]] - Read by Jim Bond. Reading time: 9 hours, 22 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/26318|DB 26318]] - Read by Jim Bond. Reading time: 9 hours, 22 minutes.
   * [[BR 06561]] - 3 volumes.   * [[BR 06561]] - 3 volumes.
  
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 After examining the causes for diseases and the ways people activate illnesses, Siegel discusses how to use self-healing. He does, however, caution people that they should not rely on self-healing alone, but use it in conjunction with treatment by medical professionals. **1989**.\\ After examining the causes for diseases and the ways people activate illnesses, Siegel discusses how to use self-healing. He does, however, caution people that they should not rely on self-healing alone, but use it in conjunction with treatment by medical professionals. **1989**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.30953|DB 30953]] - Read by Jim Bond. Reading time: 10 hours, 40 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/30953|DB 30953]] - Read by Jim Bond. Reading time: 10 hours, 40 minutes.
   * [[BR 07837]] - 3 volumes.   * [[BR 07837]] - 3 volumes.
  
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 Daily messages for those who must deal with the problem of alcoholism in the family. Suggests ways to find in each day a measure of comfort, serenity and a sense of achievement. **1972**.\\ Daily messages for those who must deal with the problem of alcoholism in the family. Suggests ways to find in each day a measure of comfort, serenity and a sense of achievement. **1972**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.12873|DB 12873]] - Read by Patricia Beaudry. Reading time: 7 hours, 52 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/12873|DB 12873]] - Read by Patricia Beaudry. Reading time: 7 hours, 52 minutes.
  
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 This book is intended for persons who want to give up alcohol but have had problems with the religious beliefs and practices of more traditional groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous. The author, an alcoholic himself, describes a program of self-control and a day-by-day plan for handling alcohol. **1988**.\\ This book is intended for persons who want to give up alcohol but have had problems with the religious beliefs and practices of more traditional groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous. The author, an alcoholic himself, describes a program of self-control and a day-by-day plan for handling alcohol. **1988**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[RC 29176]]+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/29176|DB 29176]] - Read by Ed Blake. Reading time 3 hours, 21 minutes.
   * [[BR 07599]] - 2 volumes.   * [[BR 07599]] - 2 volumes.
  
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 New York Times reporter draws on academic studies, interviews with scientists, and industry research to explore habit formation in individuals, organizations, and societies. Argues that by understanding habits, we can change them. Examines how changing habit loops affected the outcomes for Alcoholics Anonymous members, Target shoppers, and others. **2012**.\\ New York Times reporter draws on academic studies, interviews with scientists, and industry research to explore habit formation in individuals, organizations, and societies. Argues that by understanding habits, we can change them. Examines how changing habit loops affected the outcomes for Alcoholics Anonymous members, Target shoppers, and others. **2012**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.74596|DB 74596]] - Read by Kerry Dukin. Reading time: 11 hours, 36 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/74596|DB 74596]] - Read by Kerry Dukin. Reading time: 11 hours, 36 minutes.
  
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 Award-winning health writer investigates the effectiveness of drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers by visiting fifteen treatment programs and interviewing clients, counselors, and administrators. Challenges common beliefs about addiction and offers insight into different types of therapy, success rates, and keys to recovery. **2013**.\\ Award-winning health writer investigates the effectiveness of drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers by visiting fifteen treatment programs and interviewing clients, counselors, and administrators. Challenges common beliefs about addiction and offers insight into different types of therapy, success rates, and keys to recovery. **2013**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[DB 76527]] - **IN PROCESS**+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/76527|DB 76527]] - Read by Kerry Dukin. Reading time 19 hours, 21 minutes. 
 + 
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 + 
 +=== Beyond Addiction: How Science and Kindness Help People Change: A Guide for Families  === 
 +***ADDED 2014***\\ 
 +**Author:** Jeffrey Foote, Carrie Wilkens, Nicole Kosanke, and Stephanie Higgs\\ 
 +**Annotation:**\\ 
 +Drawing on their collective forty years of clinic experience, the authors offer supportive, nonconfrontational techniques to promote positive behavioral change in family members struggling with addiction and compulsive disorders. They share case studies demonstrating that kindness, positive reinforcement, and motivational strategies helped loved ones change their behavior. **2014**.\\ 
 +**Available Formats:** 
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/78349|DB 78349]] - Read by Martha Harmon Pardee. Reading time 12 hours, 37 minutes.
  
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 Describes the spiritual recovery program for sex addiction that is based on the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. Explains each of the program's twelve steps and twelve traditions. Includes the personal stories of forty-six recovering addicts. Explicit descriptions of sex. **2005**.\\ Describes the spiritual recovery program for sex addiction that is based on the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. Explains each of the program's twelve steps and twelve traditions. Includes the personal stories of forty-six recovering addicts. Explicit descriptions of sex. **2005**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.72042|DB 72042]] - Read by Kristin Allison. Reading time: 13 hours, 24 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/72042|DB 72042]] - Read by Kristin Allison. Reading time: 13 hours, 24 minutes.
  
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 Using scientific research, the authors make the case that alcoholism is a medical disease resulting from abnormalities in brain chemistry. Explains how to diagnose the condition and proposes that treatment programs include psychological and spiritual elements. Investigates fallacies promoted by the liquor industry. **2000**.\\ Using scientific research, the authors make the case that alcoholism is a medical disease resulting from abnormalities in brain chemistry. Explains how to diagnose the condition and proposes that treatment programs include psychological and spiritual elements. Investigates fallacies promoted by the liquor industry. **2000**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.49986|DB 49986]] - Read by Gregory Gorton. Reading time: 14 hours, 58 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/49986|DB 49986]] - Read by Gregory Gorton. Reading time: 14 hours, 58 minutes.
  
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 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[RC 24380]]   * [[RC 24380]]
 +
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 +=== What's Wrong With My Kid?: When Drugs or Alcohol Might Be a Problem and What to Do About It ===
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** George E. Leary\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Leary, a social worker and father of a drug addict, provides a guide to help parents recognize the warning signs of substance abuse in their children. Discusses the biology of addiction, mental health issues, treatment plans, and parenting skills. **2012**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/76720|DB 76720]] - Read by Patrick Downer. Reading time 12 hours, 36 minutes.
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/20109|BR 20109]] - 5 volumes.
  
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 Psychologists’ techniques for alcohol abusers to change harmful patterns and learn to imbibe in moderation. They explain the use of self-monitoring by keeping track, taking charge, and slowing down, and offer practical advice on handling social situations and substituting other behaviors for drinking. **2005**.\\ Psychologists’ techniques for alcohol abusers to change harmful patterns and learn to imbibe in moderation. They explain the use of self-monitoring by keeping track, taking charge, and slowing down, and offer practical advice on handling social situations and substituting other behaviors for drinking. **2005**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.60169|DB 60169]] - Read by John Polk. Reading time: 13 hours, 38 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/60169|DB 60169]] - Read by John Polk. Reading time: 13 hours, 38 minutes.
  
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 Expanding on an award-winning //New York Times Magazine// article, journalist Sheff chronicles his son Nic's descent into methamphetamine addiction and its devastating effects on their family. Relates Nic's cycles of rehabilitation and relapse and his own struggles and realizations. Offers information on the nature of drugs. Strong language. **2008**.\\ Expanding on an award-winning //New York Times Magazine// article, journalist Sheff chronicles his son Nic's descent into methamphetamine addiction and its devastating effects on their family. Relates Nic's cycles of rehabilitation and relapse and his own struggles and realizations. Offers information on the nature of drugs. Strong language. **2008**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.66107|DB 66107]] - Read by Steven Carpenter. Reading time: 10 hours, 41 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/66107|DB 66107]] - Read by Steven Carpenter. Reading time: 10 hours, 41 minutes.
  
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 The author of //Beautiful Boy: A Father’s Journey through His Son’s Addiction// discusses drug abuse in America. Uses case studies and research in medicine, neuroscience, and psychology to explore the causes and patterns of addiction and ways to treat it. **2013**.\\ The author of //Beautiful Boy: A Father’s Journey through His Son’s Addiction// discusses drug abuse in America. Uses case studies and research in medicine, neuroscience, and psychology to explore the causes and patterns of addiction and ways to treat it. **2013**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.76745|DB 76745]] - Read by Jeffrey Cummings. Reading time: 13 hours, 33 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/76745|DB 76745]] - Read by Jeffrey Cummings. Reading time: 13 hours, 33 minutes.
  
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 Essays explore the problem of alcoholism, addressing such topics as the effectiveness of Alcoholics Anonymous, marketing by the liquor industry, effects on children and families, binge drinking in college, the disease theory of addiction, and government regulation. **2000**.\\ Essays explore the problem of alcoholism, addressing such topics as the effectiveness of Alcoholics Anonymous, marketing by the liquor industry, effects on children and families, binge drinking in college, the disease theory of addiction, and government regulation. **2000**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.56317|DB 56317]] - Read by Butch Hoover. Reading time: 8 hours, 40 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/56317|DB 56317]] - Read by Butch Hoover. Reading time: 8 hours, 40 minutes.
  
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 Fourth edition of the basic 1939 text of Alcoholics Anonymous, the "big book." Describes the recovery program and includes personal histories of recovering members. Highlights founder Bill's story, the self-help group's twelve traditions, plus medical and religious views of the organization. **2001**.\\ Fourth edition of the basic 1939 text of Alcoholics Anonymous, the "big book." Describes the recovery program and includes personal histories of recovering members. Highlights founder Bill's story, the self-help group's twelve traditions, plus medical and religious views of the organization. **2001**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.67094|DB 67094]] - Read by John Polk. Reading time: 19 hours, 37 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/67094|DB 67094]] - Read by John Polk. Reading time: 19 hours, 37 minutes.
  
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 This revision of Alcoholics Anonymous, first published in 1939, uses modern language without gender or relationship assumptions. Explains alcoholism and AA's twelve-step method of recovery. In AA tradition, the author remains anonymous. **1996**.\\ This revision of Alcoholics Anonymous, first published in 1939, uses modern language without gender or relationship assumptions. Explains alcoholism and AA's twelve-step method of recovery. In AA tradition, the author remains anonymous. **1996**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.47614|47614]] - Read by Patricia McDermott. Reading time: 5 hours, 41 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/47614|47614]] - Read by Patricia McDermott. Reading time: 5 hours, 41 minutes.
  
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 Chatty George Burns at eighty-seven recommends martinis and a simple half-hour exercise routine. He cautions against worry and stress and offers a sound diet. With humor he warns about fretting over children, and cautions about doctors and funerals. **1983**.\\ Chatty George Burns at eighty-seven recommends martinis and a simple half-hour exercise routine. He cautions against worry and stress and offers a sound diet. With humor he warns about fretting over children, and cautions about doctors and funerals. **1983**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.19221|DB 19221]] - Read by Bob Askey. Reading time: 2 hours, 1 minute.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/19221|DB 19221]] - Read by Bob Askey. Reading time: 2 hours, 1 minute.
  
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 With the average life span having increased by more than twenty-five years since the turn of the century and with a more positive attitude towards sexuality in older Americans, two gerontologists offer advice for coping with late-life sexuality. Topics include sexual fitness, common emotional problems, dating, and family reactions. **1996**.\\ With the average life span having increased by more than twenty-five years since the turn of the century and with a more positive attitude towards sexuality in older Americans, two gerontologists offer advice for coping with late-life sexuality. Topics include sexual fitness, common emotional problems, dating, and family reactions. **1996**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.44432|DB 44432]] - Read by Bob Moore. Reading time: 7 hours, 49 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/44432|DB 44432]] - Read by Bob Moore. Reading time: 7 hours, 49 minutes.
  
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 Chopra examines the life-styles of long-lived individuals and challenges the assumptions that he contends are the basis of the generally accepted paradigm of aging. Stating that the mind influences every cell in the body, Chopra suggests a new set of "assumptions" regarding aging that he claims will allow people to strive towards an ageless body and a timeless mind. **1993**.\\ Chopra examines the life-styles of long-lived individuals and challenges the assumptions that he contends are the basis of the generally accepted paradigm of aging. Stating that the mind influences every cell in the body, Chopra suggests a new set of "assumptions" regarding aging that he claims will allow people to strive towards an ageless body and a timeless mind. **1993**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.37057|DB 37057]] - Read by Bill Wallace. Reading time: 12 hours, 45 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/37057|DB 37057]] - Read by Bill Wallace. Reading time: 12 hours, 45 minutes.
  
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 Americans cherish their independence, and so it is difficult when age raises the specter of dependence. Falk suggests ways in which older people can continue to live successfully on their own. She outlines meal programs, alternative living arrangements, family support systems, leisure activities, and employment opportunities. **1989**.\\ Americans cherish their independence, and so it is difficult when age raises the specter of dependence. Falk suggests ways in which older people can continue to live successfully on their own. She outlines meal programs, alternative living arrangements, family support systems, leisure activities, and employment opportunities. **1989**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.31678|DB 31678]] - Read by Dee Weber. Reading time: 7 hours, 6 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/31678|DB 31678]] - Read by Dee Weber. Reading time: 7 hours, 6 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/08291/prefix/BR|BR 08291]] - 2 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/08291|BR 08291]] - 2 volumes.
  
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 At age forty-six, Jane Fonda advocates a total approach to health and fitness for the special needs of women thirty-five to sixty-five years of age. She offers concrete information, advice, and encouragement on skin care, body mechanics, menopause, middle-age spread, good nutrition, and the prime-time workout. **1984**.\\ At age forty-six, Jane Fonda advocates a total approach to health and fitness for the special needs of women thirty-five to sixty-five years of age. She offers concrete information, advice, and encouragement on skin care, body mechanics, menopause, middle-age spread, good nutrition, and the prime-time workout. **1984**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.21229|DB 21229]] - Read by Jill Ferris. Reading time: 10 hours, 18 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/21229|DB 21229]] - Read by Jill Ferris. Reading time: 10 hours, 18 minutes.
  
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 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[RC 29848]]   * [[RC 29848]]
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/07874/prefix/BR|BR 07874]] - 5 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/07874|BR 07874]] - 5 volumes.
  
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 Geriatrician offers advice to seniors on obtaining good medical treatment as one ages. Discusses finding the right physician and care facility, making home modifications, implementing lifestyle choices, and planning financially for future needs. **2010**.\\ Geriatrician offers advice to seniors on obtaining good medical treatment as one ages. Discusses finding the right physician and care facility, making home modifications, implementing lifestyle choices, and planning financially for future needs. **2010**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.72226|DB 72226]] - Read by Butch Hoover. Reading time: 15 hours, 12 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/72226|DB 72226]] - Read by Butch Hoover. Reading time: 15 hours, 12 minutes.
  
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 **Author:** Cathryn Jakobson Ramin\\ **Author:** Cathryn Jakobson Ramin\\
 A journalist in her forties, dismayed by her unreliable memory, chronicles her journey in pursuit of an agile brain. She interviews experts in the fields of physiology, psychology, and sociology to explore such factors as sleep, stress, diet, exercise, medication, and genetics. **2007**.\\ A journalist in her forties, dismayed by her unreliable memory, chronicles her journey in pursuit of an agile brain. She interviews experts in the fields of physiology, psychology, and sociology to explore such factors as sleep, stress, diet, exercise, medication, and genetics. **2007**.\\
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.65246|DB 65246]] - Read by Martha Harmon Pardee. Reading time 10 hours, 30 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/65246|DB 65246]] - Read by Martha Harmon Pardee. Reading time 10 hours, 30 minutes.
  
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 Actress and health guru describes her search for a cure to the "Seven Dwarfs of Menopause." Drawing on her own experience working with physicians who specialize in natural hormone treatment, Somers explains the value of bioidentical hormones in making menopause the best years of life. **2004**.\\ Actress and health guru describes her search for a cure to the "Seven Dwarfs of Menopause." Drawing on her own experience working with physicians who specialize in natural hormone treatment, Somers explains the value of bioidentical hormones in making menopause the best years of life. **2004**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.58056|DB 58056]] - Read by Suzanne Toren. Reading time 9 hours, 31 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/58056|DB 58056]] - Read by Suzanne Toren. Reading time 9 hours, 31 minutes.
  
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 Physician and author of //Eight Weeks to Optimum Health// explains the aging process and describes ways to keep healthy while growing older. Covers nutrition, physical activity, vitamins, rest, stress reduction, and maintaining a social and spiritual life. Some descriptions of sex and some strong language. **2005**.\\ Physician and author of //Eight Weeks to Optimum Health// explains the aging process and describes ways to keep healthy while growing older. Covers nutrition, physical activity, vitamins, rest, stress reduction, and maintaining a social and spiritual life. Some descriptions of sex and some strong language. **2005**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.60915|DB 60915]] - Read by Andrew Weil. Reading time 8 hours, 33 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/60915|DB 60915]] - Read by Andrew Weil. Reading time 8 hours, 33 minutes.
  
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 Americans cherish their independence, and so it is difficult when age raises the specter of dependence. Falk suggests ways in which older people can continue to live successfully on their own. She outlines meal programs, alternative living arrangements, family support systems, leisure activities, and employment opportunities. **1989**.\\ Americans cherish their independence, and so it is difficult when age raises the specter of dependence. Falk suggests ways in which older people can continue to live successfully on their own. She outlines meal programs, alternative living arrangements, family support systems, leisure activities, and employment opportunities. **1989**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.31678|DB 31678]] - Read by Dee Weber. Reading time: 7 hours, 6 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/31678|DB 31678]] - Read by Dee Weber. Reading time: 7 hours, 6 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/08291/prefix/BR|BR 08291]] - 2 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/08291|BR 08291]] - 2 volumes.
  
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 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[RC 29848]]   * [[RC 29848]]
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/07874/prefix/BR|BR 07874]] - 5 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/07874|BR 07874]] - 5 volumes.
  
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 +===== Disabilities: Deafness and Hearing Loss =====
 +==== How to Survive a Hearing Loss ====
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Charlotte Himber\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Himber, whose hearing has been impaired for most of her life, is one of more than twenty million Americans with some form of hearing impairment. She chronicles her own hearing loss, her gradual acceptance of it, and her experiences with a variety of hearing aids. She also provides information on various kinds of hearing loss, on how hearing is evaluated, and on how to help friends and families adjust. **1989**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**\\
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/32878|DB 32878]] - Read by Kerry Dukin. Reading time 7 hours, 42 minutes.
 +
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 +
 +==== In Silence: Growing Up Hearing in a Deaf World ====
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Ruth Sidransky\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +As a hearing child of deaf parents, Ruth Sidransky learned signing as her first language. Only when she entered school did she master speech. She was placed in a class for **retarded** ("developmentally delayed" or "mentally challenged"???) children until her parents intervened. The richness of her experiences, surrounded by a loving family in a close-knit neighborhood in New York, helped to ease her transfer to the hearing world. **1990**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**\\
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/32598|DB 32598]] - Read by Laura Giannarelli. Reading time 11 hours, 13 minutes.
  
 ===== Disabilities: General ===== ===== Disabilities: General =====
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 Practical guide to motherhood. Covers making the decision to become pregnant, available support services, pregnancy, delivery, and assistance from health professionals. Provides specific information about selected physical disabilities, such as visual impairment and diabetes. Appendices include a list of helpful organizations, other contacts, and a bibliography. **1990**.\\ Practical guide to motherhood. Covers making the decision to become pregnant, available support services, pregnancy, delivery, and assistance from health professionals. Provides specific information about selected physical disabilities, such as visual impairment and diabetes. Appendices include a list of helpful organizations, other contacts, and a bibliography. **1990**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.33357|DB 33357]] - Read by Kerry Cundiff. Reading time: 7 hours, 1 minute.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/33357|DB 33357]] - Read by Kerry Cundiff. Reading time: 7 hours, 1 minute.
  
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 A young, legally blind woman offers practical advice, based on her own experiences and insights, on how to develop a healthy attitude and a good outlook on life if one is handicapped. **1986**.\\ A young, legally blind woman offers practical advice, based on her own experiences and insights, on how to develop a healthy attitude and a good outlook on life if one is handicapped. **1986**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.24717|DB 24717]] - Read by Rosemary Schwartzel. Reading time: 4 hours, 32 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/24717|DB 24717]] - Read by Rosemary Schwartzel. Reading time: 4 hours, 32 minutes.
  
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 After interviewing hundreds of people who have lived with impairments for at least three years, the authors offer suggestions about how people with disabilities wish to be treated in both business and social situations. **1988**.\\ After interviewing hundreds of people who have lived with impairments for at least three years, the authors offer suggestions about how people with disabilities wish to be treated in both business and social situations. **1988**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.29501|DB 29501]] - Read by Ralph Lowenstein. Reading time: 5 hours, 4 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/29501|DB 29501]] - Read by Ralph Lowenstein. Reading time: 5 hours, 4 minutes.
  
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 +=== Rehabilitation Act Amendments of 1992 ===
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** United States Congress\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Public Law 102-569 was enacted by Congress on October 29, 1992, "to revise and extend the programs of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973." Provisions of this bill include the establishment of a national council on disability, a study of the needs of American Indians with handicaps, the creation of independent living services for older individuals who are blind, and a section dealing with special training projects. **1992**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/36219|DB 36219]] - Read by Lou Harpenau. Reading time 8 hours, 22 minutes.
  
 ==== Braille ==== ==== Braille ====
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   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/66055|DB 66055]] - Read by Lou Harpenau. Reading time: 13 hours, 27 minutes.   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/66055|DB 66055]] - Read by Lou Harpenau. Reading time: 13 hours, 27 minutes.
   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/16647|BR 16647]] - 4 volumes.   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/16647|BR 16647]] - 4 volumes.
 +
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 +
 +=== How Do You Kiss a Blind Girl? ===
 +***ADDED 2014***
 +**Author:** Sally Wagner\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +A newspaper reporter shares the story of her adjustment to blindness resulting from a complication of diabetes. She also offers advice about living with friends and strangers who have disabilities. **1986**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/27117|DB 27117]] - Read by Pam Ward. Reading time 4 hours, 42 minutes.
  
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 The national chaplain of the Blinded Veterans Association comments on the problems of the blinded adult. While his main theme is rehabilitation and restoration, he begins by discussing the shattering experience of sight loss and its implications. **1961**.\\ The national chaplain of the Blinded Veterans Association comments on the problems of the blinded adult. While his main theme is rehabilitation and restoration, he begins by discussing the shattering experience of sight loss and its implications. **1961**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.20473|DB 20473]] - Read by Kerry Cundiff. Reading time: 13 hours, 56 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/20473|DB 20473]] - Read by Kerry Cundiff. Reading time: 13 hours, 56 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/16701/prefix/BR|BR 16701]] - 3 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/16701|BR 16701]] - 3 volumes.
  
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 Calling upon his own experiences, the author describes how visually impaired persons can gather and process information, including using computers as assistive devices. He also discusses personal information management systems, jobs and leisure activities, daily living, and organizations that assist visually disabled persons.  **1993**.\\ Calling upon his own experiences, the author describes how visually impaired persons can gather and process information, including using computers as assistive devices. He also discusses personal information management systems, jobs and leisure activities, daily living, and organizations that assist visually disabled persons.  **1993**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.36212|DB 36212]] - Read by John Stratton. Reading time: 3 hours, 16 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/36212|DB 36212]] - Read by John Stratton. Reading time: 3 hours, 16 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/09176/prefix/BR|BR 09176]] - 1 volume.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/09176|BR 09176]] - 1 volume.
  
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 The author, blind since birth, has worked with the visually handicapped since completing her master's degree in journalism. Designed primarily to help blind people cope, the volume is crammed with anecdotes and information that offers the sighted a realistic glimpse into what it is like to live without sight. **1984**.\\ The author, blind since birth, has worked with the visually handicapped since completing her master's degree in journalism. Designed primarily to help blind people cope, the volume is crammed with anecdotes and information that offers the sighted a realistic glimpse into what it is like to live without sight. **1984**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.21060|DB 21060]] - Read by Kerry Cundiff. Reading time: 11 hours, 36 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/21060|DB 21060]] - Read by Kerry Cundiff. Reading time: 11 hours, 36 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/05858/prefix/BR|BR 05858]] - 3 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/05858|BR 05858]] - 3 volumes.
  
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 Third edition of a manual written for professionals who work with blind and low-vision individuals. Topics include an overview of blindness and its meaning for the individual. Describes the adjustment to the condition, psychological implications, and issues of self-esteem. Includes case studies. **2004**.\\ Third edition of a manual written for professionals who work with blind and low-vision individuals. Topics include an overview of blindness and its meaning for the individual. Describes the adjustment to the condition, psychological implications, and issues of self-esteem. Includes case studies. **2004**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.66055|DB 66055]] - Read by Lou Harpenau. Reading time: 13 hours, 27 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/66055|DB 66055]] - Read by Lou Harpenau. Reading time: 13 hours, 27 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/16647/prefix/BR|BR 16647]] - 4 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/16647|BR 16647]] - 4 volumes.
  
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 A guide for children who care for aging parents. Offers advice on balancing the needs of parent and caregiver, while protecting the physical and emotional health of the latter. Covers key areas such as sibling stress, communication, and the nursing home dilemma. **1996**.\\ A guide for children who care for aging parents. Offers advice on balancing the needs of parent and caregiver, while protecting the physical and emotional health of the latter. Covers key areas such as sibling stress, communication, and the nursing home dilemma. **1996**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.42931|DB 42931]] - Read by Margaret Strom. Reading time: 7 hours, 24 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/42931|DB 42931]] - Read by Margaret Strom. Reading time: 7 hours, 24 minutes.
  
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 Parkinson's disease afflicts thousands of older Americans and affects many more who are concerned with their care. Although neither cause nor cure is known, this series of essays addresses the diagnosis, possible complications, and treatment of this neurological disorder. The book also provides professional, practical advice for families and other community support systems. **1989**.\\ Parkinson's disease afflicts thousands of older Americans and affects many more who are concerned with their care. Although neither cause nor cure is known, this series of essays addresses the diagnosis, possible complications, and treatment of this neurological disorder. The book also provides professional, practical advice for families and other community support systems. **1989**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[RC 32558]]+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/32558|DB 32558]] - Read by Butch Hoover. Reading time 6 hours, 38 minutes.
  
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 Third edition (updating RC 19261) of guide for families whose members suffer from dementia. Covers a wide array of related social, medical, psychological, financial, and legal problems and suggests possible solutions. Includes information on hospice and assisted facility care and advances in medical research. **1999**.\\ Third edition (updating RC 19261) of guide for families whose members suffer from dementia. Covers a wide array of related social, medical, psychological, financial, and legal problems and suggests possible solutions. Includes information on hospice and assisted facility care and advances in medical research. **1999**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.52028|DB 52028]] - Read by Janis Gray. Reading time: 17 hours, 39 minutes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/52028|DB 52028]] - Read by Janis Gray. Reading time: 17 hours, 39 minutes.
  
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 AARP's advice for middle-aged people on assisting one's aging parents. Subjects include communicating about issues, advocating on health and legal care, determining financial status, finding caretakers and suitable living arrangements, and, eventually, letting go and grieving. Includes resources. **2005**.\\ AARP's advice for middle-aged people on assisting one's aging parents. Subjects include communicating about issues, advocating on health and legal care, determining financial status, finding caretakers and suitable living arrangements, and, eventually, letting go and grieving. Includes resources. **2005**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.60482|DB 60482]] - Read by Jill Ferris. Reading time: 10 hours, 48 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/60482|DB 60482]] - Read by Jill Ferris. Reading time: 10 hours, 48 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/16115/prefix/BR|BR 16115]] - 3 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/16115|BR 16115]] - 3 volumes.
  
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 AARP's advice for middle-aged people on assisting one's aging parents. Subjects include communicating about issues, advocating on health and legal care, determining financial status, finding caretakers and suitable living arrangements, and, eventually, letting go and grieving. Includes resources. **2005**.\\ AARP's advice for middle-aged people on assisting one's aging parents. Subjects include communicating about issues, advocating on health and legal care, determining financial status, finding caretakers and suitable living arrangements, and, eventually, letting go and grieving. Includes resources. **2005**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.nls/db.60482|DB 60482]] - Read by Jill Ferris. Reading time: 10 hours, 48 minutes. +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/60482|DB 60482]] - Read by Jill Ferris. Reading time: 10 hours, 48 minutes. 
-  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/book/srch/16115/prefix/BR|BR 16115]] - 3 volumes.+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/16115|BR 16115]] - 3 volumes.
  
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 ===== DEATH & BEREAVEMENT ===== ===== DEATH & BEREAVEMENT =====
 +==== The Hospice Handbook: A Complete Guide ====
 +***ADDED 2014***
 +**Author:** Larry Beresford\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Beresford has been involved with the concept of hospice since 1978, when his mother was diagnosed with cancer and received hospice care. At several facilities around the country he talked with staff, patients, and family members. He offers information on the philosophy of hospice; services provided, including caring for patients at home; and issues such as referral, finances, barriers to hospice access, and legal considerations. **1993**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/38968|DB 38968]] - Read by Dick Jenkins. Reading time 6 hours, 24 minutes.
 +
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 +
 ==== Widower ==== ==== Widower ====
 **Author:** Scott Campbell and Phyllis Silverman\\ **Author:** Scott Campbell and Phyllis Silverman\\
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 Written by one who suffered "the ultimate tragedy," the death of her child, this book conveys a positive self-help message of survival. Schiff recommends that we carry our sadness rather than let it carry us. **1977**.\\ Written by one who suffered "the ultimate tragedy," the death of her child, this book conveys a positive self-help message of survival. Schiff recommends that we carry our sadness rather than let it carry us. **1977**.\\
 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
-  * [[RC 29210]]+  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/29210|DB 29210]] - Read by Sara Morsey. Reading time 4 hours, 22 minutes.
   * [[BR 05475]] - 1 volume.   * [[BR 05475]] - 1 volume.
  
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 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[RC 13412]]   * [[RC 13412]]
 +
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 +
 +==== How to Do Just About Anything ====
 +***ADDED 2014***\\
 +**Author:** Reader's Digest Association\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +In this comprehensive guide to solving common household problems are such diverse topics as making a pie crust, fixing a squeaky door, curing laryngitis, and how to get your rent deposit returned. Skills and tools needed to complete most jobs are suggested, as well as advice on when to seek professional help. **1986**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/29903|DB 29903]] - Read by Kerry Dukin. Reading time 43 hours, 46 minutes.
 +
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 +
 +==== The Healing Circle: Authors Writing of Recovery ====
 +**Author:** Mary Swander and Patricia Foster\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Explores strategies of recovery for people with chronic illnesses or long-term injuries from accidents. The writers, including such literary artists as Jane Smiley, Dennis Covington, and Andrew Sullivan, discuss disability and recovery in the context of personal experience. Examines the notion that healing through imagination is an act of courage. **1998**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/50192|DB 50192]] - Read by Kimberly Schraf. Reading time 11 hours, 22 minutes.
  
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 ==== What Color Is Your Parachute? A Practical Manual For Job-Hunters and Career-Changers ==== ==== What Color Is Your Parachute? A Practical Manual For Job-Hunters and Career-Changers ====
-***ADDED 2014***\\ 
 **Author:** Richard Nelson Bolles\\ **Author:** Richard Nelson Bolles\\
 **Annotation:**\\ **Annotation:**\\
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 **Available Formats:** **Available Formats:**
   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/62321|DB 62321]] - Read by Ken Kliban. Reading time: 16 hours, 10 minutes.   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/62321|DB 62321]] - Read by Ken Kliban. Reading time: 16 hours, 10 minutes.
 +
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 +
 +==== Daddy Lost His Job (Children's Book) ====
 +**Author:** Jennifer Moore-Mallinos\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +When siblings learn that their father has lost his job, they launch Operation Save to cut expenses and help their family. Offers tips on ways parents can include their kids in family decisions and discusses changes caused by unemployment. For grades K-3. **2012**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/78337|DB 78337]] - Read by Abigail Maupin. Reading time 10 minutes.
  
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   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/19606|BR 19606]] - 2 volumes.   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/BR/bookmag/19606|BR 19606]] - 2 volumes.
   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/72994|DB 72994]] - **Spanish, 2011 edition**. Read by Harry Froget. Reading time: 8 hours, 52 minutes.   * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/72994|DB 72994]] - **Spanish, 2011 edition**. Read by Harry Froget. Reading time: 8 hours, 52 minutes.
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 +
 +===== SPECIAL EDUCATION (Added 2014) =====
 +==== When the School Says No, How to Get the Yes!: Securing Special Education Services for Your Child ====
 +**Author:** Vaughn Lauer\\
 +**Annotation:**\\
 +Special education professional offers guidance to help parents obtain an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for a child with special needs. Advocates a collaborative approach and uses case studies to illustrate what works and what does not. **2014**.\\
 +**Available Formats:**
 +  * [[https://nlsbard.loc.gov/download/detail/prefix/DB/bookmag/78247|DB 78247]] - Read by Jeff Allin. Reading time 15 hours, 28 minutes.
  
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