В учебном пособии приведены актуальные подробные сведения о расстройстве, получившем в современном обществе, особенно в молодежной среде, характер эпидемического распространения – интернет-зависимости. Акцент в пособии сделан на классификации и диагностике, эпидемиологии, месте интернет-зависимости среди других нехимических аддикций, ее коморбидности с другими психическими и поведенческими расстройствами, нейробиологии и генетике, связи с агресс ...
Synergistic blending is at the very core of aromatherapy practice. This book explores the concept of synergy and the evidence for its presence and significance, and provides practical guidance on how to build aromatherapeutic blends effectively and safely based on research evidence. The author covers new and exciting developments in research into the use of essential oils, explores the merits and limitations of holistic, psychosensory and molec ...
Addressing the challenge of serious infection, especially MRSA, in hospitals, in the community, and in animals, Maggie Tisserand focuses on the scientifically proven effects of antibacterial essential oils, and their usefulness in managing infection, including the 'superbug'. She profiles the key essential oils – tea tree, manuka and thyme – covering everything from habitat, chemistry and commercial uses to the latest scientific resear ...
For thousands of years fragrance has been used, across many varied cultures, for altering mental and emotional states, and as part of spiritual practice. This book explores the impact of fragrance on the psyche from biological, anthropological, perfumery and aromatherapy viewpoints. Beginning with an exploration of our olfactory system and a discussion of the language of odour, the book examines the ways in which fragrance can influence our pe ...
Revised and significantly expanded, the new edition of this handbook provides full information on the use of essential oils in the field of contemporary aromatherapy, based on the research evidence behind their therapeutic applications. The author provides the historical and cultural context for our understanding of aromatherapy, with an overview of its relationships with Greek, Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. She gives a detailed account of ho ...
