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A leading brain scientist's look at the neurobiology of pleasure-and how pleasures can become addictions. Whether eating, taking drugs, engaging in sex, or doing good deeds, the pursuit of pleasure is a central drive of the human animal. In The Compass of Pleasure Johns Hopkins neuroscientist David J. Linden explains how pleasure affects us at the most fundamental level: in our brain.

E. Fuller Torrey's audiobook provides an inside perspective on the birth of the federal mental health program. On staff at the National Institute of Mental Health when the program was being developed and implemented, Torrey draws on his own first-hand account of the creation and launch of the program, extensive research, one-on-one interviews with people involved, and recently unearthed audiotapes of interviews with major figures involved in the legislation. As such, this book provides historical material previously unavailable to the public.

Haptics, or haptic sensing, refers to the ability to identify and perceive objects through touch. This is active touch, involving exploration of an object with the hand rather than the passive sensing of a vibration or force on the skin. The development of new technologies, including prosthetic hands and tactile surfaces for flat screen displays, depends on our knowledge of haptics. In this volume in the MIT Press Essential Knowledge series, Lynette Jones offers an accessible overview of haptics, or active touch sensing, and its applications.

Beyond the System: Empowered by Experience Beyond the system is a bilingual podcast hosted by the Canadian Consortium on Child and Youth Trauma. The core purpose of our podcast is to raise awareness about trauma, particularly as it relates to (former) youth in care, and to advocate for systemic change. As a group of former youth in Care, child welfare professionals and advocates in the field, we aim to share stories, provide educational content, and discuss policy advocacy, while centering the voices of those with lived experience. Our target audience includes (former) youth in care , ...

Diagnosed with Complex Trauma and a Dissociative Disorder, Emma and her system share what they learn along the way about complex trauma, dissociation (CPTSD, OSDD, DID, Dissociative Identity Disorder (Multiple Personality), etc.), and mental health. Educational, supportive, inclusive, and inspiring, System Speak documents her healing journey through the best and worst of life in recovery through insights, conversations, and collaborations.

Have you ever had questions about Mental Health, but were afraid to ask? This podcast is designed to reduce stigma and pull back the curtain on mental health related topics! This podcast is produced by LSF Health Systems and has been sponsored by SAMHSA through the MHAT Grant.