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  Against Technoableism -...

  Ashley Shew

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  When Ashley Shew became a self-described "hard-of-hearing chemobrained amputee with Crohn's disease and tinnitus," there was no returning to "normal." Suddenly well-meaning people called her an "inspiration" while grocery shopping or viewed her as a needy recipient of technological wizardry. Most disabled people don't want what the abled assume they want—nor are they generally asked. 
   
   
   
  In vibrant prose, Shew shows how we can create better narratives and more accessible futures by drawing from the insights of the cross-disability community. To forge a more equitable world, Shew argues that we must eliminate "technoableism"—the harmful belief that technology is a "solution" for disability; that the disabled simply await being "fixed" by technological wizardry; that making society more accessible and equitable is somehow a lesser priority. 
   
   
   
  This badly needed introduction to disability expertise considers mobility devices, medical infrastructure, neurodivergence, and the relationship between disability and race. The future, Shew points out, is surely disabled—whether through changing climate, new diseases, or even through space travel. It's time we looked closely at how we all think about disability technologies and learn to envision disabilities not as liabilities, but as skill sets enabling all of us to navigate a challenging world.

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  Teamwork For Software Developers

  Tom Henricksen

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  Developers are the powerhouse of exceptional teams. Collaborating with their team members with qualities of great team players. They can influence their peers and bring unity. Help your team achieve as a teamwork all-star!Learn the qualities of great team playersBuild influence and credibilityCreate team normsAdd accountability to your teamEstablish team structure

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  "You're Not Doing It Right" -...

  Ellen Patnaude

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  In "You're Not Doing It Right," Ellen Patnaude bravely opens the door to the haunting reality of Lewy body dementia (LBD) and unravels its profound impact on families. One of the most common types of dementia after Alzheimer's disease, LBD is marked by fluctuations in cognition, hallucinations, and motor symptoms. The journey begins with subtle warnings of small changes in her mother's behavior that worry Patnaude's father, but go unnoticed by the author and her sibling. 
  Through heartfelt storytelling, Patnaude recounts her challenges in addressing the disturbing shifts in her mother's behavior and managing their long-standing, emotionally charged relationship. The pages unfold with raw honesty, detailing the struggles that ensure when a family is faced with a progressive, life-altering diagnosis. In contrast to the 'long goodbye' of Alzheimer's disease, LBD plunges Patnaude and her family into a roller coaster ride from hell. Every emotion is laid bare, from the initial denial to the desperate attempts to help and connect with a loved one slipping away. 
  Patnaude offers invaluable insights and lessons learned in the throes of this heartbreaking journey. With unwavering candor, she reflects on what might have made a difference for herself and her family members and shares the resources that may help other struggling families. She acknowledges the commonality of denial and the universal resistance to accepting a devastating diagnosis, especially when glimpses of normalcy persist. The relentless challenges of caring for someone with any type of dementia often lead to heightened stress, exhaustion, and severe emotional strain on caregivers. In this exploration of love, loss, and resilience, Patnaude extends a compassionate hand to those grappling with similar circumstances, offering solace and understanding within the pages of this deeply moving memoir.

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  The Petroleum Papers - Inside...

  Geoff Dembicki

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  Burning fossil fuels will cause catastrophic global warming: this is what top American oil executives were told by scientists in 1959. But they ignored that warning. Instead, they developed one of the biggest, most polluting oil sources in the world—the oil sands in Alberta, Canada. As investigative journalist Geoff Dembicki reveals in this explosive book, the decades-long conspiracy to keep the oil sands flowing into the US would turn out to be one of the biggest reasons for the world's failure to stop the climate crisis. 
   
   
   
  In The Petroleum Papers, Dembicki draws from confidential oil industry documents to uncover for the first time how companies like Exxon, Koch Industries, and Shell built a global right-wing echo chamber to protect oil sands profits—a misinformation campaign that continues to this day. He also tells the high-stakes stories of people fighting back: a Seattle lawyer who brought down Big Tobacco and is now going after Big Oil, a Filipina activist whose family drowned in a climate disaster, and a former Exxon engineer pushed out for asking hard questions. 
   
   
   
  With experts now warning we have less than a decade to get global emissions under control, The Petroleum Papers provides a step-by-step account of how we got to this precipice—and the politicians and companies who deserve our blame.

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  PTCB Exam Prep 2023-2024 - Study...

  Shawn Blake

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  Become a certified pharmacy technician and land the job of your dreams with this comprehensive study guide that will fully prepare you for the PTCB Exam! 
    
  With a passing rate of only 59% over the past 7 years, the exam has earned a reputation for being extremely difficult. 
    
  But there’s no reason to stress out. With the proper preparations and focused, consistent study, you can be one of the special few who only need to take it once. 
    
  While self-study and making your own materials are good options, you’ll save time and effort with a ready-made comprehensive study guide covering all the topics that will be included in the test. You’ll have a significant head start on the exam without having to sift through mountains of materials. 
    
  In this manual, you won’t just find all the information you need to study – you’ll also have detailed practice tests, similar to what you’ll encounter in the exam, so you know what to expect on the big day. 
    
  Inside, you’ll discover: 
    
  ●     A rundown of the PTCB exam, its objectives, and who is eligible to take it 
  ●     Study strategies to help you avoid burnout and do well on the test 
  ●     A breakdown of the PTCB exam's four subject areas and corresponding study guides for each 
  ●     A closer look at pharmacology: drug classifications, interaction and contradictions, therapeutic equivalence, compounding, and more 
    
  And much more! 
     
  Every second counts, so don't procrastinate any longer and dive headfirst into your PTCB study material! 
   If you want to level up your PTCB exam preparation, then you need this audiobook today!

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  Light's Opponent - The Battle...

  Dirk Fallon

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  The universe is a vast and mysterious place, full of wonders and unknowns. At its core, there are two forces that define the very fabric of existence: light and darkness. These forces are not just opposites; they are intertwined in a constant struggle that shapes the cosmos. This battle between energy and darkness is a fundamental aspect of the universe, influencing everything from the birth of stars to the formation of galaxies. 
  Light, in its most basic form, is energy. It travels through space at incredible speeds, illuminating everything it touches. It powers the stars and sustains life on planets. Without light, the universe would be a cold and dark place, devoid of warmth and energy. But light’s role is not just to bring warmth and life; it also plays a crucial part in the balance of the universe. Light can be a force of creation, but it can also be a force of destruction. It can burn, blind, and erase everything in its path. 
  On the opposite side of the spectrum is darkness. Darkness is not just the absence of light; it is a powerful force in its own right. It is often associated with the unknown, with mystery, and with the things that lie beyond the reach of our understanding. Darkness is present in the vastness of space, in the black holes that devour everything in their proximity, and in the cold reaches of the universe where light cannot penetrate. While darkness may seem passive, it is far from it. It is a force that can shape the universe, exerting influence over the formation of galaxies, stars, and even life itself.

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