Michael P. Barnes has been a fixture in the Department of Scandinavian Studies at University College London since 1964. His expertise lies in the literature and linguistics of the Nordic countries. His work focuses on fostering a deeper understanding of Scandinavian cultures and their literary traditions. His extensive tenure and profound knowledge enrich the academic community.
Exploring the history and application of runes, this book provides a comprehensive introduction to runology. It delves into the origins of runes, their practical uses in ancient cultures, and methods of interpretation, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in this fascinating subject.
Cannabis has been used as a medicine for over 6,000 years, but fell out of favour in the 1960s. It was declared illegal and was largely replaced by synthetic drugs. Now medical cannabis is enjoying a come back and patients find it is helpful for: Pain control – approximately 25 per cent of patients using opioids for pain no longer need to take them thanks to medical cannabis. It also helps with: childhood epilepsy; multiple sclerosis; cancer; anxiety and depression; insomnia and many other chronic conditions. The Beginner’s Guide to Medical Cannabis, by Professor Michael Barnes, a leading expert in the field, explains how it works; and the difference between medical and recreational cannabis. It looks at the evidence of its effectiveness, gives an honest opinion on its safety, explains how to use it, where to get it and tells you where it’s legal.
Rehabilitation is a process that centrally involves the disabled person in making plans and setting goals that are important and relevant to their own circumstances. It is a process that is done by the disabled person with the guidance, support and help of a wide range of professionals as well as family and friends. This practical handbook goes beyond the narrow confines of physical disease and also deals with the psychological consequences of disability as well as the social milieu in which the disabled person has to function.