Health and Wellness
October 2015
Focus On: Healthy Workplace Month 
October is Healthy Workplace Month in Canada. Here are resources in Kitchener Public Library's collection to help create healthier workplace environments:
Balancing the big stuff : finding happiness in work, family, and life
by Miriam Liss

Miriam Liss and Holly Hollomon Schiffrin discuss the ways in which we all define having it all and how we can obtain it for ourselves through a better evaluation of what we want from ourselves, our families, our jobs, and each other.
The best place to work : the art and science of creating an extraordinary workplace
by Ron Friedman

Based on the latest research from the field of psychology, economics, neurobiology, marketing and evolutionary anthropology, an award-winning psychologist, providing counterintuitive revelation and actionable recommendations, show readers how to achieve workplace happiness, creativity and success.
The bully-free workplace : stop jerks, weasels, and snakes from killing your organization
by Gary Namie

This guide for employers describes how executives and managers can stop workplace bullying, prevent psychological violence and protect employee health by creating and instituting a preventative policy that has consequences when violated.
Creating Healthy Organizations : How Vibrant Workplaces Inspire Employees to Achieve Sustainable Success
by Graham Lowe

A healthy organization operates in ways that benefits all stakeholders, including employees, customers, shareholders, and communities. Graham Lowe integrates leading practices with research on workplace health and wellness, quality work environments, employee engagement, organizational performance, and corporate social responsibility to make a compelling business case for creating healthy, resilient, and sustainable organizations.
Is work killing you? : a doctor's prescription for treating workplace stress
by David B Posen

A guide to treating and eliminating excessive stress in the workplace identifies the three biggest problems--volume, velocity, and abuse--and offers practical advice and techniques for managing the harmful symptoms and side effects of stress.
Success under stress : powerful tools for staying calm, confident, and productive when the pressure's on
by Sharon Melnick

Identifies quick-fix methods for reducing work-related stress and increasing productivity both in and out of the office, including tips for keeping a cool head, turning self-criticism into self-confidence, and increasing focus.
Surviving the toxic workplace : protect yourself against coworkers, bosses, and work environments that poison your day
by Linnda Durré

Do you dread going to work every day? In this step-by-step guide, renowned psychotherapist Linnda Durre shows you how to diagnose and treat "toxic workplace" problems quickly and effectively to ensure the health of your company, your career, and your sanity.
Health Online: Canadian Immunization Guide
Flu season is coming! For the latest information on the current recommendations about vaccines, visit the Canadian Immunization Guide. It gives a information about a wide range of topics, including vaccine safety and recommended vaccine schedules. 
 
And be sure to visit the Region of Waterloo Public Health's Influenza (Flu) Clinic page for information about where to get free local flu immunizations.
 
Recent Additions
Another Person's Poison : A History of Food Allergy
by Matthew Smith

For most of the twentieth century, food allergies were considered a fad or junk science. While many physicians and clinicians argued that certain foods could cause a range of chronic problems, from asthma and eczema to migraines and hyperactivity, others believed that allergies were psychosomatic.
This book traces this debate and its effect on public-health policy and the production, manufacture, and consumption of food.
Doga : yoga for you and your dog
by Mahny Djahanguiri

Presents step-by-step instructions for yoga that can be performed along with a dog, providing a relaxing bonding experience for pet and owner.
Fitness after 40 : your strong body at 40, 50, 60, and beyond
by Vonda Wright

A workout plan designed to keep middle-aged people in good health details how to gain flexibility, build strength, improve balance, and avoid injury.
The gratitude diaries : how a year looking on the bright side can transform your life
by Janice Kaplan

A woman chronicles her exploration of looking on the bright side of every life situation over the course of a year and discusses how gratitude can transform every part of a person's life and lead to a more fulfilling existence.
The Pain-Free Cyclist : Conquer Injury & Find Your Cycling Nirvana
by Matt Rabin

This book takes you through the most common cycling injuries, lets you know what exactly they are, why you get them and what you can do to do get rid of them and get you back on the bike pain free.
Unhinged : a memoir of enduring, surviving and overcoming family mental illness
by Anna Berr

 In telling her story, Berry uncovers the difficulties inherent in not only growing up with mental illness among family members, but also the frustrations of not being able to recognize or handle the trajectory of her own illness.
Programs and Other KPL Happenings
Diabetes: What You Need to Know
Tues. Oct. 20, 7 PM Forest Heights Community Library
 
Dyslexia
Wed. Oct. 28, 7 PM Central Library 
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For a full listing of our great programs and registration details, please see our In Touch magazine or our Calendar of Events.
 

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In this Issue
Focus On: Healthy Workplace Month
Health Online: Canadian Immunization Guide
Recent Additions
Programs and Other KPL Happenings
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