An essential guide to assessing and treating people with dementia syndromes As the number of older adults with dementia continues to skyrocket, every health care professional needs accurate, up-to-date knowledge of these conditions, their prevention, and possible treatments. This compact, evidence-based book discusses essential aspects of the diagnosis, assessment, and interventions of Alzheimer's disease and the syndromes of dementia and mild cognitive impairment. It reviews the diagnostic criteria from the National Institute on Aging, Alzheimer's Association, and the DSM-5 and provides a broad range of treatment options, including psychosocial, educational, and lifestyle interventions. Practitioners will especially appreciate the current overview of caregiver interventions. Practitioners and students alike will find the clear information, the tools for assessment, and other resources provided in this volume extremely useful for helping patients and their families cope with dementia
Culture is the way that humans organize their lives in a particular place and time. It includes everything from our language to our customs, to our values. As image-bearers of God, we are called to be salt and light in culture, bringing redemption and transformation to all areas of life. However, often the relationship between faith and culture is hard to navigate. The Way of Christ in Culture: A Vision for All of Life by Benjamin Quinn and Dennis Greeson provides a framework for how to think rightly about the relationship between faith and culture. The authors survey the biblical narrative to develop a theology of culture. They focus on knowing one's time in God's story, one's place in creation, and following the way of Wisdom. These themes help Christians evaluate their callings and responsibilities in society and equip them with the categories to think Christianly about every arena of culture.
""Crude Oils, Chemical and Physical Properties: The Science of Petroleum, V5, Part 1"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by Benjamin T. Brooks that delves into the scientific study of petroleum. This book focuses specifically on the chemical and physical properties of crude oil. It provides a detailed overview of the molecular composition of crude oil and how it affects its physical properties such as viscosity, density, and boiling point. The book also covers the chemical properties of crude oil, including its reactivity and the various chemical processes used to refine it into usable products. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific topic related to the chemical and physical properties of crude oil. The first chapter provides an introduction to the topic and discusses the history of petroleum exploration and production. The subsequent chapters cover topics such as the molecular composition of crude oil, its physical properties, and the various chemical processes used to refine it. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both students and professionals in the field of petroleum science. It is an essential resource for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of the chemical and physical properties of crude oil and how they impact the production and refining of petroleum products. Overall, ""Crude Oils, Chemical and Physical Properties: The Science of Petroleum, V5, Part 1"" is a valuable reference for anyone interested in the science of petroleum.Contributing Authors Include H. M. Smith, Gulf Refining Company, Arabian-America Oil Company, J. R. Keith And Many Others.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
The Mexican drug trade has inspired prejudiced narratives of a war between north and south, white and brown; between noble cops and vicious kingpins, corrupt politicians and powerful cartels. In this first comprehensive history of the trade, historian Benjamin T. Smith tells the real story of how and why this one-peaceful industry turned violent. He uncovers its origins and explains how this illicit business essentially built modern Mexico, affecting everything from agriculture to medicine to economics--and the country's all-important relationship with the United States.Drawing on unprecedented archival research; leaked DEA, Mexican law enforcement, and cartel documents; and dozens of harrowing interviews, Smith tells a thrilling story brimming with vivid characters--from Ignacia "La Nacha" Jasso, "queen pin" of Ciudad Ju rez, to Dr. Leopoldo Salazar Viniegra, the crusading physician who argued that marijuana was harmless and tried to decriminalize morphine, to Harry Anslinger, the Machiavellian founder of the American Federal Bureau of Narcotics, who drummed up racist drug panics to increase his budget. Smith also profiles everyday agricultural workers, whose stories reveal both the economic benefits and the human cost of the trade. The Dope contains many surprising conclusions about drug use and the failure of drug enforcement, all backed by new research and data. Smith explains the complicated dynamics that drive the current drug war violence, probes the U.S.-backed policies that have inflamed the carnage, and explores corruption on both sides of the border. A dark morality tale about the American hunger for intoxication and the necessities of human survival, The Dope is essential for understanding the violence in the drug war and how decades-old myths shape Mexico in the American imagination today.
The Mexican drug trade has inspired prejudiced narratives of a war between north and south, white and brown; between noble cops and vicious kingpins, corrupt politicians and powerful cartels. In this first comprehensive history of the trade, historian Benjamin T. Smith tells the real story of how and why this one-peaceful industry turned violent. He uncovers its origins and explains how this illicit business essentially built modern Mexico, affecting everything from agriculture to medicine to economics--and the country's all-important relationship with the United States.Drawing on unprecedented archival research; leaked DEA, Mexican law enforcement, and cartel documents; and dozens of harrowing interviews, Smith tells a thrilling story brimming with vivid characters--from Ignacia "La Nacha" Jasso, "queen pin" of Ciudad Ju rez, to Dr. Leopoldo Salazar Viniegra, the crusading physician who argued that marijuana was harmless and tried to decriminalize morphine, to Harry Anslinger, the Machiavellian founder of the American Federal Bureau of Narcotics, who drummed up racist drug panics to increase his budget. Smith also profiles everyday agricultural workers, whose stories reveal both the economic benefits and the human cost of the trade. The Dope contains many surprising conclusions about drug use and the failure of drug enforcement, all backed by new research and data. Smith explains the complicated dynamics that drive the current drug war violence, probes the U.S.-backed policies that have inflamed the carnage, and explores corruption on both sides of the border. A dark morality tale about the American hunger for intoxication and the necessities of human survival, The Dope is essential for understanding the violence in the drug war and how decades-old myths shape Mexico in the American imagination today.
Shaul Eisenberg, known to some as "The Israeli Shogun", was the richest man in Israel and one of the wealthiest men in the world. Upon his death in 1997 his gross assets were valued at over $10 billion. Author Ben Bernstein had the opportunity to work very closely and personally with Eisenberg from 1979 to 1990 and was President and CEO of Eisenberg's trade and development companies based in North and Latin America. This book describes the social and economic evolution and development of China in the 1980s and Eisenberg's role in providing everything from over $3 billion in military equipment from Israel to the China, during a period when China refused to officially recognize Israel, to his commercial adventures and misadventures throughout the world
Let My People Think is a real, raw and revelational book on the importance of thinking like Christ. Moses declared to Pharaoh, "let my people go...", yet although many are physically free, they remain in a state of mental, emotional and spiritual bondage. If you are looking for a challenge to spark you to new levels and thinking and creativity, get this book
The Minor Prophets are often overlooked and misunderstood by many people today. Christians frequently study memorable Old Testament characters such as Noah, Moses, or King David and fail to understand the message and messengers that form the final twelve books of the Old Testament.However, the writings of prophets such as Micah, Jonah, and Amos were intended to prepare readers for the coming of Christ. Through visions, oracles, and dramatic life experiences, the Minor Prophets prophecy and foreshadow the redemptive work of the coming Messiah.In this book, Benjamin Carver invites you to journey with him through a study of the Minor Prophets. Readers will develop a greater understanding of the mission of each prophet during their period of history and how each prophetic book foreshadows the life and ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ.In addition, the study guide at the conclusion of the book makes it a great choice for a Sunday school class or small group study.
Discover the secret history behind the headlines.The Mexican drug wars have inspired countless articles, TV shows and movies. From Breaking Bad to Sicario, El Chapo’s escapes to Trump’s tirades, this is a story we think we know. But there’s a hidden history to the biggest story of the twenty-first century. The Dope exposes how an illicit industry that started with farmers, families and healers came to be dominated by cartels, kingpins and corruption. Benjamin T Smith traces an unforgettable cast of characters from the early twentieth century to the modern day, whose actions came to influence Mexico as we now know it. There’s Enrique Fernández, the borderlands trafficker who became Mexico’s first major narco and one of the first victims of the war on drugs; Eduardo ‘Lalo’ Fernández, Mexico’s most prominent heroin chemist and first major cocaine importer; Leopoldo Salazar Viniegra, the brilliant doctor and Marxist who tried (and failed) to decriminalize Mexico’s drugs; and Harry Anslinger, the head of the Federal Bureau of Narcotics whose sensationalist strategies paved the way for U.S. interference and the extraordinary levels of violence in Mexico today.The Dope is the epic saga of how violence and corruption came to plague modern Mexico, and the first book to make sense of the political and economic big picture of the Mexican drug wars.
