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Maurice Gueret

'What the Doctor Saw' is a compendium of the best writings of Dr Maurice Guéret. Well over 100 published and unpublished pieces including columns on medical malapropisms, execution by hanging, honest crisps, rude consultants, the last castrato, the absurdity of jogging, men in gardens, papal health, Irish transexuals, tasers, quacks, cryogenics, Sigmund Freud's birthday, dead snooker players, traveller health, Australian medical slang, medical senators, health fascism, the Iveagh baths and much more.

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Elaine Westerlund

Myths abound regarding the sexuality of women who were incestuously abused as children, for example, that they are promiscuous or incapable of sexual desire, that they are likely to choose a lesbian lifestyle, or that they often become prostitutes. But what is the reality? And how can therapists help incest survivors experience healthy sexuality? This book presents a groundbreaking research study on the sexual attitudes and practices of women with incest histories, including both statistical and anecdotal findings. It covers sexuality in the broadest sense of the word, including body perception, reproduction, sexual preference, sexual "lifestyle," and sexual functioning. Much of the book is descriptive, relying on illustrative quotes from the study participants. Ten women, falling into three self-described groups of "lucky," "uncomfortable," and "damaged" women, are discussed in depth. From, the questionnaire responses and the intensive interviews, the author draws some conclusions about circumstances and attitudes that have made a difference in the women's sexual adjustment. She then offers treatment recommendations to enhance sexuality and improve sexual functioning. These recommendations cover cognitive, behavioral, physical, and educational treatment methods and include both therapeutic strategies and self-help exercises. Among other items included in the appendices is the authors extensive questionnaire, which is likely to stimulate more research on women's sexuality after childhood incest, to encourage clinicians to ask survivors about their sexual attitudes and behaviors, and to guide women themselves as they evaluate their sexuality. This book challenges the myths and stereotypes that surround women with incest histories and their sexuality. However, it goes far beyond that to present the reality of their lives--often in their own words--and to make cogent clinical recommendations.

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Lester R. Sauvage with Barbara Mulvey Little

"'Why do you want to live longer?' Lester R. Sauvage, MD, asked his patients before their life-saving surgery knowing that the answer would aid their healing by bringing to their consciousness a motivation to live. In Opening Hearts, Dr. Sauvage poses that same question and more for all of us: What is the purpose of my life? How can I live a life of meaning? What is happiness and how do I find it? What do my actions reveal about who or what I love? Why does it matter? Doctor Sauvage then guides us with his unique and very spiritual 'heart wisdom' to find our answers. He shares how the human body and the universe provide evidence for God. He reveals how spiritual awareness and life choices relate to healing, health, and happiness. And finally, he provides practical information to nurture the body, mind, and spirit. His goal: to help you create a life full of love and purpose. During his career, this Renaissance-style philosopher-surgeon-scientist performed 10,000+ surgeries, many miraculous. His research lab abounded with life-saving medical devices and advances. Yet he'll tell you his most important discovery was recognizing that love is the ultimate medicine that heals our body, mind, and spirit. This book is part faith, part science, part health, and part autobiography describing an amazing life. It will inspire and challenge you to live in a more conscious, loving, and heart-centered way"--Page 4 of cover

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Barbara Keesling

When it comes to sex, Barbara Keesling knows what she's talking about. A noted sex therapist, sex surrogate and professor of sexuality, she was featured in Playboy magazine in a special photo layout. In Talk Sexy to the One You Love, Keesling shows readers a new way to heat up their lovemaking without special toys, gadgets or superhuman agility. According to Keesling, the voice can be an incredibly potent erotic tool. The right words at the right time can start a fire burning inside that feels like it will never go out. To help readers hone their skills, she provides special exercises that allow them to vocalize sexual fantasies, have fun using enticing adjectives and read aloud sexy bedtime stories. Moving from tame icebreakers to bona fide ice melters, these safe yet stimulating lessons are just what the doctor ordered for a more electrifying love life.