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Joyspan

The Art and Science of Thriving in Life's Second Half

by Dr. Kerry Burnight, Ph.D ...

Narrated by Dr. Kerry Burnight, Ph.D ...

Unabridged

7 hours 53 min

From America’s Gerontologist, a practical guide that offers a radical and optimistic approach to longevity.Dr. Kerry Burnight—known to her many followers as "Dr. Kerry"—is sparking a revolution to make older better. Fed up with the fear driven, anti-aging hysteria, hundreds of thousands of people turn to Dr. Kerry for her practical, effective and uplifting approach to navigating longevity—our ... Read more

$24.99 USD

From America’s Gerontologist, a practical guide that offers a radical and optimistic approach to longevity.Dr. Kerry Burnight—known to her many followers as "Dr. Kerry"—is sparking a revolution to make older better. Fed up with the fear driven, anti-aging hysteria, hundreds of thousands of people turn to Dr. Kerry for her practical, effective and uplifting approach to navigating longevity—our
... Read more
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The 36-Hour Day

A Family Guide to Caring for People with Alzheimer Disease, Other Dementias, and Memory Loss

by Nancy L. Mace, Peter V. Rabins ...

Narrated by John Chancer, Anu Anand ...

Unabridged

17 hours 12 min

For 40 years, The 36-Hour Day has been the leading work on the care of people with dementia and their family members. Written by experts with decades of experience caring for individuals with memory loss, Alzheimer disease, and other dementias, the book's authoritative and compassionate approach to care features discussions of the causes of dementia and the management of its symptoms from the ... Read more

$27.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

For 40 years, The 36-Hour Day has been the leading work on the care of people with dementia and their family members. Written by experts with decades of experience caring for individuals with memory loss, Alzheimer disease, and other dementias, the book's authoritative and compassionate approach to care features discussions of the causes of dementia and the management of its symptoms from the
... Read more
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The Art and Science of Aging Well

A Physician's Guide to a Healthy Body, Mind, and Spirit

by Mark E. Williams, MD ...

Narrated by Tom Perkins ...

Unabridged

8 hours 58 min

In the past century, average life expectancies have nearly doubled, and today, for the first time in human history, many people have a realistic chance of living to eighty or beyond. As life expectancy increases, Americans need accurate, scientifically grounded information so that they can take full responsibility for their own latter years. In The Art and Science of Aging Well, Mark E. Williams, ... Read more

$16.99 USD

In the past century, average life expectancies have nearly doubled, and today, for the first time in human history, many people have a realistic chance of living to eighty or beyond. As life expectancy increases, Americans need accurate, scientifically grounded information so that they can take full responsibility for their own latter years. In The Art and Science of Aging Well, Mark E. Williams,
... Read more
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Dementia Caregiver Guide: Practical Soluntions for Dementia Caregivers (Empowering Tips to Eliminate Burnout, Reduce Stress and Strengthen Relationships)

by Ryan Omeara ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mason G ...

Unabridged

3 hours 39 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Ever feel the walls closing in as you try to decode the behavioral changes and unpredictable mood swings of your loved one?Are you wondering how to juggle the demands of caregiving with work and family, without losing yourself in the process?Experiencing these uncertainties is completely understandable when faced with such a complex condition as ... Read more

$15.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Ever feel the walls closing in as you try to decode the behavioral changes and unpredictable mood swings of your loved one?Are you wondering how to juggle the demands of caregiving with work and family, without losing yourself in the process?Experiencing these uncertainties is completely understandable when faced with such a complex condition as
... Read more
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No Country for Old Age

America's War on Aging from Valley Forge to Silicon Valley

by Mischa Honeck ...

Narrated by Al Kessel ...

Unabridged

11 hours 5 min

Since the birth of their nation, Americans have acted on the belief that theirs was a land of youth, a place destined to offer a fresh start to an aging world. No Country for Old Age tells this story from the founding period to our present moment, but not without exposing its darker side: rejuvenation has often bred grand expectations that end in division and despair.Mischa Honeck reveals how ... Read more

$25.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Since the birth of their nation, Americans have acted on the belief that theirs was a land of youth, a place destined to offer a fresh start to an aging world. No Country for Old Age tells this story from the founding period to our present moment, but not without exposing its darker side: rejuvenation has often bred grand expectations that end in division and despair.Mischa Honeck reveals how
... Read more
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Lange liv

En ærlig bog om at blive gammel

by Bente Martinsen ...

Narrated by Maria Stokholm ...

Unabridged

2 hours 49 min

Lange liv tager udgangspunkt i en forundring over, at alle gerne vil leve længere, men at ingen vil være gamle. Det ikke er en bog om ’hopla’-gamle, der oplever sig helt upåvirkede af deres alder. Det er en bog med personlige fortællinger om aldersbetingede forandringer og nødvendig tilpasning af hidtidige livsvaner, men også om alt det, der gør livet værd at leve. ... Read more

$11.99 USD

Lange liv tager udgangspunkt i en forundring over, at alle gerne vil leve længere, men at ingen vil være gamle. Det ikke er en bog om ’hopla’-gamle, der oplever sig helt upåvirkede af deres alder. Det er en bog med personlige fortællinger om aldersbetingede forandringer og nødvendig tilpasning af hidtidige livsvaner, men også om alt det, der gør livet værd at leve.
... Read more
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Snart senior

by Henning Kirk ...

Narrated by Heidi Leonhard ...

Unabridged

5 hours 15 min

Står du på tærsklen til livet som senior? Læge og ældreforsker Henning Kirk giver i ”Snart senior” en række praktiske anvisninger til, hvordan man holder sig i gang fysisk, psykisk og socialt og får mest muligt ud af de mange gode leveår, de fleste kan se frem til – også efter at have forladt arbejdsmarkedet. Du kan blandt andet læse om kroppens aldring, nattesøvn og døgnrytme, forslag til ... Read more

$14.99 USD

Står du på tærsklen til livet som senior? Læge og ældreforsker Henning Kirk giver i ”Snart senior” en række praktiske anvisninger til, hvordan man holder sig i gang fysisk, psykisk og socialt og får mest muligt ud af de mange gode leveår, de fleste kan se frem til – også efter at have forladt arbejdsmarkedet. Du kan blandt andet læse om kroppens aldring, nattesøvn og døgnrytme, forslag til
... Read more
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DON JUAN, CANTO 1 (UNABRIDGED)

by GEORGE GORDON, LORD BYRON ...

Narrated by DEANDRE GIVENS ...

Unabridged

1 hour 23 min

Don Juan is a long narrative poem by Byron, based very loosely on the legend of the evil seducer, Don Juan. The first and second of seventeen Cantos composed during Byron's self-imposed exile from England appeared, anonymously, in July 1819 and were greeted with scandal, condemnation, admiration and hilarity. Modern critics generally consider the self-proclaimed 'epic', which remained incomplete ... Read more

$4.99 USD

Don Juan is a long narrative poem by Byron, based very loosely on the legend of the evil seducer, Don Juan. The first and second of seventeen Cantos composed during Byron's self-imposed exile from England appeared, anonymously, in July 1819 and were greeted with scandal, condemnation, admiration and hilarity. Modern critics generally consider the self-proclaimed 'epic', which remained incomplete
... Read more
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Dementia Caregiver Guide: Improve the Quality of Life for You and Your Loved Ones (Easy Daily Routines, and Essential Self-care Strategies to Reduce Stress and Boost Resilience)

by Walter Marroquin ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mason G ...

Unabridged

3 hours 52 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Are you overwhelmed by the emotional demands of caregiving and searching for practical guidance? Do you struggle with understanding dementia's progression and wish you had clear answers? Want to care for your own well-being without feeling guilty?As a caregiver of a loved one with dementia, you face unique challenges that can feel isolating and all ... Read more

$11.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Are you overwhelmed by the emotional demands of caregiving and searching for practical guidance? Do you struggle with understanding dementia's progression and wish you had clear answers? Want to care for your own well-being without feeling guilty?As a caregiver of a loved one with dementia, you face unique challenges that can feel isolating and all
... Read more
Audiobook

Aging Revolution, The

The History of Geriatric Health Care and What Really Matters to Older Adults

by Michael J. Dowling, Charles Kenney, Maria Torroella Carney ...

Narrated by Liisa Ivary ...

Unabridged

7 hours 48 min

A history of aging in the United States and an innovative blueprint for revolutionizing care for older adults from Northwell Health, New York’s largest health care system. The New York Times described Dr. Robert Butler as “the man who saw old age anew.” In his 1975 book Why Survive: Being Old in America, Butler argued that for far too many people old age was “a period of quiet despair . . . and ... Read more

$22.99 USD

A history of aging in the United States and an innovative blueprint for revolutionizing care for older adults from Northwell Health, New York’s largest health care system. The New York Times described Dr. Robert Butler as “the man who saw old age anew.” In his 1975 book Why Survive: Being Old in America, Butler argued that for far too many people old age was “a period of quiet despair . . . and
... Read more
Audiobook

New Frontiers in Alzheimer’s

by Scientific American ...

Narrated by Mack Sanderson, Kate Mulligan, Erica Sullivan, Traber Burns ...

Unabridged

3 hours 26 min

Until recently, one idea has dominated research in treating Alzheimer’s disease: the amyloid hypothesis. Those therapies have repeatedly fallen short, and in this audiobook we take a look at where that hypothesis stands today. We examine recent research into the spectrum of disease causes, including inflammation and immune dysfunction; cutting-edge treatments, including deep-brain stimulation and ... Read more

$14.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Until recently, one idea has dominated research in treating Alzheimer’s disease: the amyloid hypothesis. Those therapies have repeatedly fallen short, and in this audiobook we take a look at where that hypothesis stands today. We examine recent research into the spectrum of disease causes, including inflammation and immune dysfunction; cutting-edge treatments, including deep-brain stimulation and
... Read more
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Dementia Caregiver Guide: A Comprehensive Guide to Caring for Loved Ones (Strategies for Behavioural Issues and Practical Tips for Caring for Your Loved One at Home)

by Anthony Charney ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mason G ...

Unabridged

3 hours 37 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Experiencing these uncertainties is completely understandable when faced with such a complex condition as dementia. But, remember, you possess the capacity to provide loving care for your loved one with dementia. This guide offers practical strategies, ranging from handling everyday challenges to addressing more complex situations.Whether you're just ... Read more

$13.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Experiencing these uncertainties is completely understandable when faced with such a complex condition as dementia. But, remember, you possess the capacity to provide loving care for your loved one with dementia. This guide offers practical strategies, ranging from handling everyday challenges to addressing more complex situations.Whether you're just
... Read more
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Карманный справочник врача. Основы геронтологии

by Валерий Новоселов, Виталий Донцов, Вячеслав Крутько ...

Narrated by Юрий Мироненко ...

Series series Карманный справочник врача
Unabridged

6 hours 20 min

За последние сто лет население нашей планеты стало жить значительно дольше. К 2050 году количество долгожителей увеличится в 7 раз. Разве это не замечательно?! Да, ведь врачи-гериатры точно не останутся без работы. Данная книга, созданная ведущими российскими геронтологами В. М. Новоселовым, В. М. Донцовым, В. Н. Крутько, содержит полную информацию о механизмах старения и гипотезы, подкрепленными ... Read more

$7.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

За последние сто лет население нашей планеты стало жить значительно дольше. К 2050 году количество долгожителей увеличится в 7 раз. Разве это не замечательно?! Да, ведь врачи-гериатры точно не останутся без работы. Данная книга, созданная ведущими российскими геронтологами В. М. Новоселовым, В. М. Донцовым, В. Н. Крутько, содержит полную информацию о механизмах старения и гипотезы, подкрепленными
... Read more
Audiobook

Gerontology Nurse - The Comprehensive Guide

by ANTILLIA TAURED ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madison G ...

Unabridged

5 hours 48 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Dive into the essential resource for gerontology nurses with "Gerontology Nurse - The Comprehensive Guide." This meticulously crafted book offers an all-encompassing approach to geriatric care, merging advanced medical knowledge with empathetic caregiving. Designed for both seasoned professionals and those new to the field, this guide stands out by ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Dive into the essential resource for gerontology nurses with "Gerontology Nurse - The Comprehensive Guide." This meticulously crafted book offers an all-encompassing approach to geriatric care, merging advanced medical knowledge with empathetic caregiving. Designed for both seasoned professionals and those new to the field, this guide stands out by
... Read more
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Extra Time

10 Lessons for an Ageing World

by Camilla Cavendish ...

Narrated by Camilla Cavendish ...

Unabridged

7 hours 8 min

‘An inspirational call to arms’ DAILY MAIL‘This book is so sensible, so substantially researched, so briskly written, so clear in its arguments, that one wishes Baroness Cavendish was still whispering into the prime ministerial ear’ THE TIMES‘A thoughtful handbook to help societies age gracefully’ FINANCIAL TIMES‘This bold, visionary book is a wake-up call to governments. It is a w... ... Read more

$24.99 USD

‘An inspirational call to arms’ DAILY MAIL‘This book is so sensible, so substantially researched, so briskly written, so clear in its arguments, that one wishes Baroness Cavendish was still whispering into the prime ministerial ear’ THE TIMES‘A thoughtful handbook to help societies age gracefully’ FINANCIAL TIMES‘This bold, visionary book is a wake-up call to governments. It is a w...
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Navigating Life with Dementia

by James M. Noble, MD, MS, CPH, FAAN ...

Narrated by James M. Noble ...

Unabridged

6 hours 24 min

Caregiving for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease or dementia is hard but with this book, you and your family will successfully face the challenges that these diseases present.Dementia is a very common neurological disease of aging affecting millions of people in complex ways. There are multiple forms of the dementia, including Alzheimer's Disease, Lewy Body Dementia, Frontotemporal Dementia, ... Read more

$20.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Caregiving for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease or dementia is hard but with this book, you and your family will successfully face the challenges that these diseases present.Dementia is a very common neurological disease of aging affecting millions of people in complex ways. There are multiple forms of the dementia, including Alzheimer's Disease, Lewy Body Dementia, Frontotemporal Dementia,
... Read more
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Two Old Broads

Stuff You Need to Know That You Didn’t Know You Needed to Know

by Whoopi Goldberg, Dr. M. E. Hecht ...

Narrated by Devon O'day, Jackie Schlicher ...

Unabridged

4 hours 36 min

Written by renowned surgeon and expert on the art of aging, Dr. M.E. Hecht, with her friend Whoopi Goldberg lending her unique point of view, Two Old Broads is laugh out loud funny and?tells it like it is for all of us who left middle age in the dust and want to be present, positive, and as extraordinary as ever in our golden years.Whoopi joins Dr. Hecht in a lively conversation about growing ... Read more

$20.99 USD

Written by renowned surgeon and expert on the art of aging, Dr. M.E. Hecht, with her friend Whoopi Goldberg lending her unique point of view, Two Old Broads is laugh out loud funny and?tells it like it is for all of us who left middle age in the dust and want to be present, positive, and as extraordinary as ever in our golden years.Whoopi joins Dr. Hecht in a lively conversation about growing
... Read more
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A Loving Approach To Dementia Care, 2nd Edition

Making Meaningful Connections with the Person Who Has Alzheimer’s Disease Or Other Dementia or Memory Loss

by Laura Wayman ...

Narrated by Laural Merlington ...

Series series 36-Hour Day
Unabridged

5 hours 39 min

Caring for someone with dementia means devotedly and patiently doing a hundred little things each day. Few care providers are trained to meet the challenges of dementia, however—and that is where A Loving Approach to Dementia Care can help. The book offers practical, compassionate advice on overcoming caregiving obstacles and maintaining meaningful relationships with loved ones who have dementia ... Read more

$15.99 USD

Caring for someone with dementia means devotedly and patiently doing a hundred little things each day. Few care providers are trained to meet the challenges of dementia, however—and that is where A Loving Approach to Dementia Care can help. The book offers practical, compassionate advice on overcoming caregiving obstacles and maintaining meaningful relationships with loved ones who have dementia
... Read more
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The Essential Family Guide to Caring for Older People

by Deborah Stone ...

Narrated by Maggie Ollerenshaw ...

Unabridged

10 hours 15 min

Bloomsbury presents The Essential Family Guide to Caring for Older People by Deborah Stone, read by Maggie Ollerenshaw.No one wants to think about getting older.It’s true. At any age, when things are moving along normally day to day and everyone seems fit and well, there seems no reason to think about future problems that your friends and relatives might (and probably will) come across as they age ... Read more

$21.99 USD

Bloomsbury presents The Essential Family Guide to Caring for Older People by Deborah Stone, read by Maggie Ollerenshaw.No one wants to think about getting older.It’s true. At any age, when things are moving along normally day to day and everyone seems fit and well, there seems no reason to think about future problems that your friends and relatives might (and probably will) come across as they age
... Read more
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The Age of Ageing Better?

A Manifesto For Our Future

by Dr. Anna Dixon ...

Narrated by Gabrielle Glaister ...

Unabridged

11 hours 35 min

Bloomsbury presents The Age of Ageing Better? by Dr Anna Dixon, read by Gabrielle Glaister.'Dr Anna Dixon has written a must-read for anyone interested in the future of ageing. Learn from one of the best informed about an issue, and opportunity, that is facing us all.' – Andy Briggs, Head of FTSE 100 life insurer Phoenix Group'A very important book' – Sir Muir GrayThe Age of Ageing Better? takes a ... Read more

$21.99 USD

Bloomsbury presents The Age of Ageing Better? by Dr Anna Dixon, read by Gabrielle Glaister.'Dr Anna Dixon has written a must-read for anyone interested in the future of ageing. Learn from one of the best informed about an issue, and opportunity, that is facing us all.' – Andy Briggs, Head of FTSE 100 life insurer Phoenix Group'A very important book' – Sir Muir GrayThe Age of Ageing Better? takes a
... Read more
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Dementia Caregiver Guide: Understand and Manage the Disease, Plan for Caring (Proven Practices to Reduce Stress, Overcome Burnout, and Find Balance and Joy in the Care giving Journey)

by Frank Scholten ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mason G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 3 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The quality of care and eventual quality of life of the patient is connected directly to the caregiver and their understanding of the disease. Are you struggling to care for a loved one with dementia? Do you feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to turn? The Ultimate Dementia Caregiver's Manual is here to help!In this book, you will get an in-depth ... Read more

$3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The quality of care and eventual quality of life of the patient is connected directly to the caregiver and their understanding of the disease. Are you struggling to care for a loved one with dementia? Do you feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to turn? The Ultimate Dementia Caregiver's Manual is here to help!In this book, you will get an in-depth
... Read more
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El futuro de la vejez

Descifrando la ciencia de mantenerse joven

by Yuval Heled, Ph.D ...

Narrated by AI Voice Jerome Richardson ...

Unabridged

4 hours 45 min

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. En un recorrido lírico por la esencia del tiempo y la longevidad humana, esta obra artesanal entreteje ciencia y poesía, explorando la danza del envejecimiento y el vigor vital. Navegamos desde los ritmos reparadores del sueño hasta los secretos genéticos de la longevidad, la influencia solar en la salud, y la esperanza de inversión del tiempo en nuestras ... Read more

$7.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. En un recorrido lírico por la esencia del tiempo y la longevidad humana, esta obra artesanal entreteje ciencia y poesía, explorando la danza del envejecimiento y el vigor vital. Navegamos desde los ritmos reparadores del sueño hasta los secretos genéticos de la longevidad, la influencia solar en la salud, y la esperanza de inversión del tiempo en nuestras
... Read more
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Dementie

Vertragen, begrijpen en begeleiden

by Dietrich Grönemeyer ...

Narrated by Ronald Top ...

Unabridged

7 hours 34 min

Dementie van prof. dr. Dietrich Grönemeyer is een toegankelijke gids over dementie, een ziekte die steeds vaker voorkomt. Eén op de vijf mensen krijgt dementie, en in 2040 zal dat aantal bijna verdubbeld zijn. Toch kun je er meer tegen doen dan vaak wordt gedacht: kleine aanpassingen in voeding, beweging, sociale activiteiten en ontspanning kunnen het risico verkleinen en het verloop beïnvloeden ... Read more

$27.95 USD

Dementie van prof. dr. Dietrich Grönemeyer is een toegankelijke gids over dementie, een ziekte die steeds vaker voorkomt. Eén op de vijf mensen krijgt dementie, en in 2040 zal dat aantal bijna verdubbeld zijn. Toch kun je er meer tegen doen dan vaak wordt gedacht: kleine aanpassingen in voeding, beweging, sociale activiteiten en ontspanning kunnen het risico verkleinen en het verloop beïnvloeden
... Read more
Audiobook

To Die Well

Your Right to Comfort, Calm, and Choice in the last Days of Life

by Joseph Glenmullen, Sidney Wanzer ...

Narrated by Jonathan Marosz ...

Unabridged

6 hours 30 min

While every one of us hopes "to die well," this may not be possible without knowing our rights about care at the end of life.How can futile medical treatment be stopped?When might death be hastened?How can each of us retain control of these decisions?The information in To Die Well is both comforting and empowering. Knowing our rights to refuse treatment, as well as legal ways to bring about death ... Read more

$24.99 USD

While every one of us hopes "to die well," this may not be possible without knowing our rights about care at the end of life.How can futile medical treatment be stopped?When might death be hastened?How can each of us retain control of these decisions?The information in To Die Well is both comforting and empowering. Knowing our rights to refuse treatment, as well as legal ways to bring about death
... Read more

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