Cognition and cognitive psychology Books

Book SynopsisPsychedelic Experience presents a philosophical account of psychedelic experience.A central premise of the book is that such experiences are mind-revealing experiences and that they can be induced by means other than psychedelics. In particular, the book argues that psychedelic experiences can also be had as the result of meditation. Aiden Lyon presents a unified conceptual framework for thinking about the different kinds of psychedelic experiences one may have as a result of psychedelics, meditation, and their combination. This framework is then used to shed new light on various commonalities between psychedelics and meditation, such as the ability to promote long-lasting increases in mindfulness and their reputation for inducing mystical experiences. Finally, the book uses these new philosophical resources to flip things around and shine the light back on philosophy itself, arguing that psychedelic experiences can be used as tools for doing philosophy. The result is a new approach toTable of ContentsPreface 1: Introduction 2: What is Psychedelic Experience? 3: Psychedelic Space 4: Hypotheses 5: Attention 6: Memory 7: Hallucinations 8: Creativity 9: Well-being 10: Mystical Experience 11: Psychedelic Philosophy 12: Conclusion Index

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Book SynopsisWhat remains of the colours of our childhood? What are our memories of a blue rabbit, a red dress, a yellow bike and were they really those colours? What colours do we associate with our student years, our first loves, our adult lives? How does colour leave its mark on memory? In an attempt to answer these and other questions, Michel Pastoureau presents us with a journal about colours that covers half a century. Drawing on personal recollections, he retraces the recent history of colours through an exploration of fashion and clothing, everyday objects and practices, emblems and flags, sport, literature, museums and art. This text playful, poetic, nostalgic records the life of both the author and his contemporaries. We live in a world increasingly bursting with colour, in which colour remains a focus for memory, a source of delight and, most of all, an invitation to dream.Trade Review“The Colours of Our Memories is…history, memoir, semiotics, a study of material culture and perceptual change – all wrapped into an engagingly readable, accessible narrative full of intriguing topics that few people ever think about unprodded but will find invariably interesting, even fascinating.” Consciousness, Literature and the ArtsTable of Contentsolour. An aide-mémoire I. CLOTHING In the beginning was yellow Turbulent stripes The navy-blue blazer Subversive trousers A particular blue From the garment to the myth Colour against flesh Neutral shades in good taste Mitterand beige Slimming colours In the London Underground II. DAILY LIFE My mother's pharmacy The sad tale of young Philippe Sweet-dispensers Choosing a colour: an impossible undertaking? Greyness Metro tickets Red or blue? Traffic lights Colour and design: a missed chance? Eating colours III. THE ARTS AND LETTERS In a painter's studio A painter caught between two volumes In darkened halls Ivanhoe 'Vowels' The Red and the Black Chrétien de Troyes at the cinema Pink pigs and black pigs When Dalí assigned marks The colours of a great painter Historians without colours The workings of time IV. ON SPORTS GROUNDS Goals and referees The yellow bike Bartali and the Italian flag The Tour de l'Ouest Colour by default Easy colours and difficult ones Pink and orange V. MYTHS AND SYMBOLS Little Red Ridinghood Long live school Latin My discovery of heraldry The black cat Green superstitions The colour of destiny Furling the colours A historical object that is alarming Playing chess Wittgenstein and heraldic colours VI. ON TASTES AND COLOURS An American gift Sunbathing through the years The 'bling' of the 1950s A brief history of gold A mysterious shade of green Do you see red clearly? No purple for children The whims of memory Preferences and opinion polls VII. WORDS Brown and beige Spelling and grammar A day at the races The zero degree of colour A part that stands for the whole The Greek blue The demise of nuances Speaking of colours without showing them What is colour? Bibliography Index A few helpful chronological details

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Book SynopsisJudgment and Decision Making is a refreshingly accessible text that explores the wide variety of ways people make judgments. .Trade Review"A refreshingly accessible text that explores the wide variety of ways people make judgements." (The Psychologist, January 2009)Table of ContentsPreface and Acknowledgements 1 1 Introduction and Overview: Judgments, Decisions, and Rationality 2 2 The Nature and Analysis of Judgment 8 3 Judging Probability and Frequency 18 4 Judgmental Distortions: The Anchoring-and-Adjustment Heuristic and Hindsight Bias 32 5 Assessing Evidence and Evaluating Arguments 40 6 Covariation, Causation, and Counterfactual Thinking 54 7 Decision Making under Risk and Uncertainty 64 8 Preference and Choice 78 9 Confidence and Optimism 92 10 Judgment and Choice over Time 106 11 Dynamic Decisions and High Stakes: Where Real Life Meets the Laboratory 118 12 Risk 132 13 Decision Making in Groups and Teams 146 14 Cooperation and Coordination 160 15 Intuition, Reflective Thinking, and the Brain 174 Appendix 188 References 189 Sources and Credits 209 Author Index 211 Subject Index 219

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Book SynopsisSeveral studies have suggested that education and/or literacy may protect not only against the effects of biological aging but also against the clinical manifestation of cerebral neuropathology. In clinical neuro-psychology, much debate has centered on whether the brain is more likely to degenerate as a result of overuse or underuse. There is a popular belief that an active mental life may delay the cognitive deterioration associated with normal aging. Animal studies also support the concept that environment can influence brain development. This special issue brings together data from neuro-psychology and neuro-imaging studies, and evoked potentials that analyse the impact of literacy on the functional organization of the adult brain. Discussion of how specific life experiences such as learning how to read and write can change patterns of brain activation and implications of these findings for the theory of cognitive and brain reserve are presented.Table of Contents1. Can Literacy Change Brain Anatomy? F. Ostrosky-Solís 2. Targeting Regions of Interest for the Study of the Illiterate Brain A. Castro-Caldas 3. Imaging Cognitive Reserve Y. Stern, N. Scarmeas, C. Habeck 4. Can Learning to Read and Write Change the Brain Organization? An Electrophysiological Study F. Ostrosky-Solís, M. A. García, M. Pérez 5. Culture or Education? Neuropsychological Test Performance of a Maya Indigenous Population F. Ostrosky-Solís, M. Ramírez, A. Lozano, H. Picasso, A. Vélez 6. Literacy and Cognitive Change among Ethnically Diverse Elders J. J. Manly, D. Byrd, P. Touradji, D. Sanchez, Y. Stern 7. There is Not any Specific Brain Area for Writing: From Cave-Paintings to Computers A. Ardila

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Book SynopsisMost of us have no idea what’s really going on inside our heads. Yet brain scientists have uncovered details every business leader, parent, and teacher should know—like the need for physical activity to get your brain working its best.How do we learn? What exactly do sleep and stress do to our brains? Why is multi-tasking a myth? Why is it so easy to forget—and so important to repeat new knowledge? Is it true that men and women have different brains?In Brain Rules, Dr. John Medina, a molecular biologist, shares his lifelong interest in how the brain sciences might influence the way we teach our children and the way we work. In each chapter, he describes a brain rule—what scientists know for sure about how our brains work—and then offers transformative ideas for our daily lives.Medina’s fascinating stories and infectious sense of humor breathe life into brain science. You’ll learn why Michael Jordan was no good atTrade Review"Dissects the workings of the brain in plain English, explaining its role in the workplace and classroom...a writing style that makes words leap off the page." - USA TODAY "Oliver Sacks meets Getting Things Done." - Cory Doctorow, co-editor of Boing Boing "A marvelous job in simplifying the best ways to get the most out of our brains. He is funny, tender, and completely engaging. Everyone should read this book." - John Ratey, MD, author of Spark and A User's Guide to the Brain "Brain Rules is one of the most informative, engaging, and useful books of our time." - Garr Reynolds, author of Presentation Zen "A self-designated 'grumpy scientist,' Medina cites only research that has appeared in peer-reviewed journals and that has been successfully replicated. Remarkably, this molecular biologist is a gifted communicator who is able to write for both the scientist and the layperson." - Psychiatric Times "Medina has taken what may be the most complex thing we know -- the human mind -- and explained it in a way that even the human mind can understand. Brain Rules is THE book on how neuroscience can help you at work and at home." - Douglas Stone, co-author of Difficult Conversations "Few people are better qualified to help managers sift through all the hype than John Medina." - Harvard Business ReviewTable of Contentssurvival The human brain evolved, too. exercise Exercise boosts brain power. sleep Sleep well, think well. stress Stressed brains don't learn the same way. wiring Every brain is wired differently. attention We don't pay attention to boring things. memory Repeat to remember. sensory integration Stimulate more of the senses. vision Vision trumps all other senses. music Study or listen to boost cognition. gender Male and female brains are different. exploration We are powerful and natural explorers.

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Book SynopsisThe human mind is both brilliant and pathetic. We have mastered fire and have stood on the moon, and yet every one of us is fundamentally ignorant, irrational and prone to making simple mistakes every day.'In The Knowledge Illusion, the cognitive scientists Steven Sloman and Philip Fernbach hammer another nail into the coffin of the rational individual . . . positing that not just rationality but the very idea of individual thinking is a myth.'Yuval Harari, bestselling author of Sapiens and Homo DeusIn this groundbreaking book, cognitive scientists Steven Sloman and Philip Fernbach show how our success as a species is down to us living in a rich community of knowledge where we are drawing on information and expertise outside our heads. And we have no idea that we are even doing it.Utilizing cutting-edge research, The Knowledge Illusion explains why we think we know more than we do, why beliefs are so hard to change and why we are so prone to making mistakes. Providing a blueprint for successful ways to work in collaboration to do amazing things, it reveals why the key to human intelligence lies in the way we think and work together.Trade ReviewIn The Knowledge Illusion, the cognitive scientists Steven Sloman and Philip Fernbach hammer another nail into the coffin of the rational individual . . . positing that not just rationality but the very idea of individual thinking is a myth. -- Yuval Harari, bestselling author of Sapiens and Homo DeusSloman and Fernbach offer clever demonstrations of how much we take for granted, and how little we actually understand . . . The book is stimulating, and any explanation of our current malaise that attributes it to cognitive failures — rather than putting it down to the moral wickedness of one group or another — is most welcome. Sloman and Fernbach are working to uproot a very important problem. * Financial Times *We all know less than we think we do, including how much we know about how much we know. There's no cure for this condition, but there is a treatment: this fascinating book. The Knowledge Illusion is filled with insights on how we should deal with our individual ignorance and collective wisdom. -- Steven PinkerWe radically overestimate how much we know. In this fascinating book, Steven Sloman and Philip Fernbach examine the origin and consequences of this knowledge illusion, exploring both the extent of our ignorance and the clever ways in which we overcome it. This is an exceptionally clear and well-reasoned book, and it has some important and radical things to say about everything from the allure of stories to how iPhones make us smarter to the pros and cons of democracy. This is psychology at its best. -- Paul BloomI love this book. A brilliant, eye-opening treatment of how little each of us knows, and how much all of us know. It's magnificent, and it's also a lot of fun. Read it! -- Cass R. Sunstein, coauthor of Nudge and founder and director, Program on Behavioral Economics and Public Policy, Harvard Law School

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Book SynopsisA hands-on user’s guide that takes readers step-by-step on a 21-day journey to discover what it means to be truly present and aware in our daily lives. In today’s increasingly fast-paced world it can be difficult to find moments to catch your breath, regain inner balance, and just … be. This simple yet profound guide shows readers how to strengthen their minds by learning to focus attention, open awareness, and develop a positive state of mind — the three pillars of mindfulness practice that research shows lead to greater physical and mental well-being. Packed with guided meditation instructions, practical exercises, and everyday tools and techniques, Becoming Aware offers a simple program to enhance our inner sense of clarity and even our interpersonal well-being.Trade ReviewPraise for Aware: ‘This is a Dan Siegel masterpiece. He integrates decades of science and wisdom about the nature of our mind and optimal well-being into an easy to read personal journey. At the cornerstone is “The Wheel of Awareness,” a simple yet profound visual map of the mind, which enables people, including children, to experience of presence, self knowledge, and compassion. Aware will awaken and enrich your life immeasurably!’ -- Elissa Epel, professor at UCSF, member of the National Academy of Science, co-author of New York Times bestseller The Telomere EffectPraise for Aware: ‘Dan is a brilliant integrator and Aware is a visionary blend of neuroscience, physics, and cutting edge psychology combined with creative approaches to mindfulness and compassion. The practice of the Wheel brings together many skilful and wise elements of meditation, all rolled into one.’ -- Jack Kornfield, author of The Wise Heart and No Time Like the PresentPraise for The Power of Showing Up: ‘Daniel Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson have written their best book yet — and that is saying a lot. They have distilled their parenting wisdom — based on neuroscience research and a deep empathy for children’s needs — into a profound concept: showing up. It is one of those great ideas that seems so obvious — but only after someone has shown it to you and spelled it out clearly. Best of all, Siegel and Bryson “show up” for the reader of this book. They know parents, know their fears and anxieties, hopes and dreams. They know that showing up for children is harder than it sounds, and they provide an accessible path to seeing and soothing children and providing them with safety and security.’ -- Lawrence J. Cohen, PhD, author of Playful ParentingPraise for The Power of Showing Up: ‘At a cultural moment when many kids feel more competition with their parents’ devices than with their siblings, Daniel Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson have spun a miracle — The Power of Showing Up is the ultimate guide to family reconnection. Clear, profound, and charmingly illustrated, it unravels the challenges of modern parenting and reveals the simple truths about what children really need from the adults in their lives.’ -- Wendy Mogel, PhD, New York Times bestselling author of The Blessing of a Skinned Knee and The Blessing of a B Minus

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Book SynopsisIf we can replace or change a negative memory with a new, positive memory, everything downstream of that memory will also change accordingly.Trade ReviewDr. Alex Loyd has the defining healing technology in the world today - it will revolutionize health. It is the easiest way to get well and stay well fast. Dr. Loyd may very well be the Albert Schweitzer of our time. -- Mark Victor HansenI have found no other process that is as elegantly simple, effortlessly learnable, inherently portable, profoundly effective, and fundamentally timeless. The highest commendation I can give is that I use it for myself, my family, and my patients. -- Merrill Ken Galera, MDThe Memory Code is packed with valuable information which offers a new perspective and a holistic approach to transforming your health by releasing and reengineering your stored memories. . .Highly recommended! -- Dr. Bradley Nelson

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Book SynopsisThis book explores some of the enduring questions in developmental psychology. Paul Harris shows why these questions are important, proposes likely answers, and explains the uncertainties that persist.Trade ReviewA fantastic read - authoritative and thought provoking, yet easily accessible. Paul Harris is one of the main figures in the field of developmental psychology, and his book has some wonderful details of the actual experiments involved. * Bruce Hood, University of Bristol *Books on child development abound, ranging from academic textbooks to practical guides. Paul Harris's new book occupies a unique place in this landscape. Here is one of the leading researchers in developmental psychology sharing his expertise in a rigorous and scientific, yet still very reader friendly, manner. Students of all shapes and sizes are the beneficiaries. A wonderful book. * Michael Tomasello, Duke University *This is simply a terrific contribution. * Choice *Table of Contents1: Where does love come from? Attachment theory 2: How do children learn words? Universality and variation 3: Does language change how children think? The contested relation between language and thought 4: Do children live in a fantasy world? Pretending and the origins of the imagination 5: Are children natural psychologists? One or two early theories of mind 6: Can we trust children's memory? The vulnerable eyewitness 7: Do children understand emotion? Children's insight into their inner lives 8: How do children tell right from wrong? The origins of morality 9: Do children trust what they are told? The role of trust in cognitive development 10: Do children believe in magic? Magic and miracles 11: Is developmental psychology ethnocentric? Cross-cultural differences in ways of thinking 12: What have we learned? Children's minds

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Book SynopsisLooking at the ways humans perceive, interpret, remember, and interact with events occurring in space, this book focuses on two aspects of spatial cognition: How does spatial cognition develop? What is the relation between spatial cognition and the brain? This book offers a unique opportunity to share the combined efforts of scientists from varied disciplines, including cognitive and developmental psychology, neuropsychology, behavioral neurology, and neurobiology in the process of interacting and exchanging ideas. Based on a conference held at the Neuroscience Conference Center of the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, this book explores current scientific trends seeking a biological basis for understanding the relationships among brain, mind, and behavior.Trade Review"...the editors are to be commended for successfully bringing together several very different lines of research on spatial cognition. The diversity of subjects should appeal to a wide audience of readers."—Child Development Abstracts and BibliographyTable of ContentsContents: Preface. Foreword. Part I: Spatial Cognition in Adults: Introduction.L. Morrow, G. Ratcliff, The Neuropsychology of Spatial Cognition. M.J. Farah, The Neuropsychology of Mental Imagery. R.A. Andersen, The Neurobiological Basis of Spatial Cognition: Role of the Parietal Lobe. R.N. Shepard, The Role of Transformations in Spatial Cognition. M. Kritchevsky, The Elementary Spatial Functions of the Brain. Part II: The Development of Spatial Cognition: Introduction.H.L. Pick, Jr., Perceptual Aspects of Spatial Cognitive Development. L. Acredolo, Infant Mobility and Spatial Development. L.S. Liben, Conceptual Issues in the Development of Spatial Cognition. J.R. Johnston, Children's Verbal Representation of Spatial Location. A. Nicolopoulou, Interrelation of Logical and Spatial Knowledge in Preschoolers. D. Wolf, Drawing the Boundary: The Development of Distinct Systems for Spatial Representation in Young Children. Part III: Effects of Different Early Experiences: Introduction.J. Stiles-Davis, Spatial Dysfunctions in Young Children With Right Cerebral Hemisphere Injury. U. Bellugi, H. Sabo, J. Vaid, Spatial Deficits in Children With Williams Syndrome. L.A. Petitto, U. Bellugi, Spatial Cognition and Brain Organization: Clues From the Acquisition of a Language in Space. H.J. Neville, Cerebral Organization for Spatial Attention. B. Landau, The Construction and Use of Spatial Knowledge in Blind and Sighted Children. S.F. Witelson, J.A. Swallow, Neuropsychological Study of the Development of Spatial Cognition. Part IV: Discussions: Introduction.S. Zola-Morgan, M. Kritchevsky, Spatial Cognition in Adults. J.M. Mandler, The Development of Spatial Cognition: On Topological and Euclidean Representation. D. Lillo-Martin, P. Tallal, Effects of Different Early Experiences.

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Book SynopsisThis volume, a collection of papers resulting from a conference sponsored by the Max Planck Society, presents an overview of past research on memory development, possible applications of this research, and new ideas for future areas of study. The role of cognitive components in the development of memory performance and the social and motivational contexts of memory development are described. Includes various theoretical approaches explaining memory development across the life span. Memory Development: Universal Changes and Individual Differences is of interest to researchers, undergraduates and graduate students in developmental psychology, educational psychology and technology, and experimental psychology.Trade Review"...extremely stimulating....a thought-provoking and enjoyable collection, and one that stands apart from other recent edited volumes in memory development by virtue of its breadth and the impressive amount of previously-unpublished material it presents."—Child Development Abstracts & BibliographyTable of ContentsContents: Preface. Part I: The Development of Memory Strategies.H.M. Wellman, The Early Development of Memory Strategies. P.A. Ornstein, L. Baker-Ward, M.J. Naus, The Development of Mnemonic Skill. A. Flammer, R. L thi, Strategies in Selective Recall. Part II: Metamemory: Problems of Strategy Generalization and Strategy Training.J.G. Borkowski, M. Milstead, C. Hale, Components of Children's Metamemory: Implication for Strategy Generalization. M. Pressley, D. Forrest-Pressley, D.J. Elliot-Faust, What is Strategy Instructional Enrichment and How to Study It: Illustration from Research on Children's Prose Memory and Comprehension. F.P. B chel, Training of Memory Strategies With Adolescents and Adults in Vocational Schools. Part III: Knowledge Structure and Memory Development.K. Nelson, J. Hudson, Scripts and Memory: Functional Relationships in Development. M.T.H. Chi, Children's Lack of Access and Knowledge Reorganization: An Example from the Concept of Animism. G. Denhiere, Story Comprehension and Memorization By Children: The Role of Input-, Conservation, and Output Processes. Part IV: Social and Motivational Concepts of Memory Development.S. Paris, Motivated Remembering. S.J. Ceci, U. Bronfenbrunner, J.G. Baker, Memory in Context: The Case of Prospective Remembering. F. Verdonik, Reconsidering the Context of Remembering: The Need for a Social Description of Memory Processes and Their Development. Part V: Theoretical Approaches of Universal Changes and Individual Differences in Memory Development Across the Life Span.W. Hussy, A.V. Eye, On Cognitive Operators in Information Processing and Their Effects on Short-Term Memory Performance in Different Age Groups. R.A. Dixon, C.H. Hertzog, A Functional Approach to Memory and Metamemory Development in Adulthood. M. Knopf, J. K rkel, W. Schneider, F.E. Weinert, Human Memory as a Faculty Versus Human Memory as a Set of Specific Abilities: Evidence from a Life-Span Approach. M. Perlmutter, Research on Memory and Its Development: Past, Present, and Future.

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Book SynopsisThis book brings together research from six different countries across three continents where teacher educators and policy makers are addressing the under-preparation of content teachers to work effectively with multilingual learners. By highlighting this relatively young field of research at an international level, the book advances the research-based knowledge of the field and promotes international research relationships and partnerships to better support the education of multilingual learners and their teachers.The chapters represent high-quality empirical qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods studies about pre-service and in-service teachers. Comprising four sections, each represents a critical aspect of the equitable teaching of multilingual learners. All the research was conducted in countries that belong to OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) and the PISA (Programme for International Student Assessment) enablTable of ContentsForeword by Professor Ester de JongIntroductionPART 1: Policy1 Multilingualism and Diversity in Northern Ireland Schools and Teacher Education2 Multilingualism as a Resource: Policy Changes in Finnish EducationPART 2: Perspectives3 Finnish teachers’ perspectives about linguistic and cultural diversity4 Content Teacher Ideologies and Perspectives on Multilingual LearnersPART 3: Preparation5 Mediating Theory & Practice for Multilingual Learners in Initial Teacher Education in England6 Pre-Service Teachers´ Competency Development and Opportunities to Learn in Teaching Multilingual Learners in GermanyPART 4: Practice7 Mainstream Teachers for Successful Multilingual Classrooms: The Case of a School that Embraced a Genre-based Pedagogy to Teach Writing8 Teachers’ professional learning and practice with multilingual Pacific/Pasifikalearners in Aotearoa New ZealandConclusion

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Book SynopsisThis is a very unusual book. It brings to the English speaking reader a masterpiece written some 50 years ago by one of the greatest minds of the 20th century--Nicholai Aleksandrovich Bernstein--considered the founder of many contemporary fields of science such as biomechanics, motor control, and physiology of activity. Divided into two parts, this volume''s first section is a translation of the Russian book On Dexterity and Its Development. It presents, in a very reader-friendly style, Bernstein''s major ideas related to the development and control of voluntary movements in general, and to the notion of dexterity, in particular. Although very few scientific works remain interesting to the reader 50 years after they were written, this volume--now available for the first time in English--is a rare exception to this rule. His ideas are certainly not obsolete. Actually, we are just starting to grasp the depth and breadth of his thinking, especially his analysis of the complex notioTrade Review"As Bernstein originally intended, the present volume possesses the necessary breadth and depth to appeal to movement scientists of many levels, backgrounds, and disciplines....Texts such as Bernstein's provide a welcome antidote to the growing tendency toward specialization and fragmentation that bothers present-day movement science."—Contemporary Psychology"This excellent book, about how movement is developed and controlled, is easy to understand and is a very practical work for biomechanics, kinesiologists, therapists, physiologists, and especially motor behaviorists. [It] presents movement control and development in practical, realistic contexts and provides excellent examples with supporting figures....should be seriously considered by all interested in human movement control. Upper-division undergraduates through professionals."—CHOICETable of ContentsContents: Preface. N.A. Bernstein, Part I: On Dexterity and Its Development. Introduction. What Is Dexterity? On Motor Control. On the Origin of Movements. On the Construction of Movements. Levels of Construction of Movements. On Exercise and Motor Skill. Dexterity and Its Features. From the Author. Part II: Commentaries.I.M. Feigenberg, L.P. Latash, N.A. Bernstein: The Reformer of Neuroscience. M.L. Latash, The Bernstein Problem: How Does the Central Nervous System Make Its Choices? G.J. van Ingen Schenau, A.J. van Soest, On the Biomechanical Basis of Dexterity. M.T. Turvey, C. Carello, Dynamics of Bernstein's Level of Synergies. P.J. Beek, A.A.M. van Santvoord, Dexterity in Cascade Juggling. K.M. Newell, Change in Movement and Skill: Learning, Retention, and Transfer. E.S. Reed, B. Bril, The Primacy of Action in Development.

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Book SynopsisAn important and eye-opening look at the power of defiance, of saying 'No' in a world that demands 'Yes'.

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Book Synopsis The Short Recognition Memory Test for Faces. This test and the Short Recognition Memory Test for Words were both developed to provide a short and quick version of the standard Recognition Memory Test with only the minimum loss of discriminative power.Table of Contents1 Introduction PART I The theory 2 Life and early work 3 Biological and historical development, 1928–31 4 The child, 1928–31 5 Biological and historical development, 1932–34 6 The child, 1932–34 PART II Application and interpretation 7 Vygotsky and education 8 Interpretations PART III Origins 9 Vygotsky’s sources 10 Method PART IV Prospects and problems 11 Supportive and neutral empirical findings 112 Empirical problems 13 Extensions and comparisons PART V 14 Conclusions

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Book SynopsisThe papers published in this Special Issue of The Quarterly Journal of Experimental Psychology, Section B, are based upon presentations at a workshop on "Associative Learning and Representation" which was sponsored by the Experimental Psychology Society at Emmanuel College, Cambridge. The Workshop celebrated the contribution of Professor Nicholas Mackintosh to animal learning and conditioning in particular and experimental psychology in general in the year of his retirement from the Chair of Psychology at the University of Cambridge. The papers collected here focus on issues that are of relevance to learning in both humans and other animals, being particularly concerned with the nature of representation and how representations are developed and deployed. The topics addressed included stimulus representation and perceptual learning, discrimination learning, learned irrelevance, retrospective revaluation, discriminative control, and spatial learning.Table of ContentsA. Dickinson, I.P.L. McLaren, Associative Learning and Representation: Introduction. A.R. Wagner, Context Sensitive Elemental Theory. M. Suret, I.P.L. McLaren, Representation and Discrimination on an Artificial Dimension. G. Hall, Learned Changes in the Sensitivity of Stimulus Representations: Associative and Nonassociative Mechanisms. D.M. Dwyer, Learning about Cues in Their Absence: Evidence from Flavour Preferences and Aversions. M.E. Le Pelley, I.P.L. McLaren, Learned Associability and Associative Change in Human Causal Learning. C. Bonardi, S.Y. Ong, Learned Irrelevance: A Contemporary Overview. A.G. Baker, R.A. Murphy, R. Mehta, Learned Irrelevance and Retrospective Correlation Learning. V.D. Chamizo, Acquisition of Knowledge about Spatial Location: An Assessment of Whether it Shares the Same Mechanisms as Those Deployed in Learning about Other Relations between Events. J.M. Pearce, A. McGregor, M.A. Good, A. Hayward, Absence of Overshadowing and Blocking between Landmarks and the Geometric Cues Provided by the Shape of a Test Arena. A. Dickinson, S. de Wit, The Interaction between Discriminative Stimuli and Outcomes during Instrumental Learning. C.A. Forestell, V.M. LoLordo, Palatability Shifts in Taste and Flavour Preference Conditioning.

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Book SynopsisThe con artist: from Bernie Madoff to Clark Rockefeller to Lance Armstrong. How do they get away with it? And what keeps us falling for them, over and over again? In The Confidence Game, Maria Konnikova investigates the psychological principles that underlie each stage of the swindle, from the put-up all the way to the fix, and how we can train ourselves to spot a story that isn't all it seems.Trade ReviewA fascinating look at the psychology behind every hustle * * Economist * *The story of the con artist may be unmatched for combining human interest with insight into human nature, and star psychology writer Maria Konnikova explains their wiles to us with her characteristic clarity, flair and depth -- STEVEN PINKERRemarkable . . . The Confidence Game will widen your eyes and sharpen your mind -- DANIEL H. PINKIn a world of pseudoscience, Maria Konnikova's calm rationality is comforting and smart -- JON RONSONAs an invaluable resource for understanding the conditions that create the scammer, the mechanics of the scam and the inherent vulnerability of the mark, The Confidence Game should be required reading . . . Given the current state of democracies around the globe, it should also be a prerequisite for voting * * Times Literary Supplement * *If you liked Malcolm Gladwell's Blink, you'll love this lucid and revelatory look into our oh-so-susceptible selves -- ERIK LARSON * * author of The Devil in the White City * *Fascinating stories of some fantastically elaborate cons * * Spectator * *One of the best science writers of our time * * Forbes * *There's a lot to be learned about human nature from the con's enduring success. And Konnikova is an insightful analyst of the dark art of ­the scam. Konnikova has learned at least one thing from the con artists she studied: Always leave your marks wanting more * * New York Times * *Maria Konnikova breaks down the psychology of schemes, scams, tricks and frauds across the centuries in The Confidence Game an unnerving manual for conning and getting conned . . . fortunately, the cons are usually entertaining and the studies revealing * * Washington Post * *A gripping examination of exactly why so many of us are such suckers for schemes that shut down our saner instincts * * Vice * *Konnikova covers wide-ranging studies in social psychology and illustrates them with colorful stories about real-life con men and women in action * * New York Magazine * *A thrilling psychological detective story investigating how con artists prey on our propensity for believing what we wish were true and how this illuminates the inner workings of trust and deception in our everyday lives . . . a tapestry of riveting real-life con artist profiles interwoven with decades of psychology experiments. What makes the book especially pleasurable is that Konnikova's intellectual rigor comes with a side of warm wit . . . thoroughly fascinating * * Brainpickings * *An engaging read: between studies and statistics, Konnikova threads her examination with rich narratives of historical swindles * * Los Angeles Review of Books * *A compelling, engrossing account of the world of the con. I stayed up far too late reading it. Beautifully written, and filled with stories and thought-provoking psychological research, The Confidence Game will teach you how confidence artists operate - and how to outwit them -- CHARLES DUHIGG * * author of The Power of Habit * *An enthralling read about why we're all vulnerable to deception, by one of the truly gifted social science writers of our time. This book shook my confidence in my ability to detect fraud - and then showed me how to improve my skills -- ADAM GRANT * * author of Give and Take and Originals * *What magic takes place when a smooth talking stranger convinces you to part with everything you have? Maria Konnikova is a superb storyteller and her tales of conmen and their victims will blow your mind. The Confidence Game is a masterful exploration of human psychology - Konnikova uses the art of the con to explore some striking claims about kindness and cruelty, memory and reputation, the power of stories, and the very nature of the self. This is a brilliant and often unsettling book, and it leaves me with mixed feelings - I'd like everyone to read it, but at the same time, it scares me to think of it falling into the wrong hands -- PAUL BLOOM * * author of Just Babies * *Gripping . . . Konnikova has a gift for bringing out the drama, poignancy and (if you're not the victim) the humor in the elaborate deceptions she describes * * Jacksonville.com * *Exceptional . . . a brisk, engaging overview of the ways these skilled tricksters masterfully manipulate us to their own ends * * Boston Globe * *Fantastical . . . a quick and enjoyable read about con-artistry * * Spiked * *Irresistably fascinating * * Sunday Herald * *

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Book SynopsisAn illustrated introduction to the evolution and early development of the brain, emotions, and personalityDesigned for psychologists, psychotherapists, and childcare professionals, this book is an accessible primer on developmental neuropsychology, combining easy-to-understand text with light-hearted illustrations. Covering topics such as the autonomic nervous system, neuroaffective development, the prefrontal cortex, and the zone of proximal development, The Neuroaffective Picture Book is a unique and useful tool for learning about emotions, social skills, and self-regulation.

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Book SynopsisThis revised guide to mastering an essential, but frequently, neglected aspect of communication provides step-by-step techniques for projecting interest, overcoming language barriers, interpreting body language, and asking constructive but non-threatening questions.Table of ContentsWhat Is Listening and What Can It Do for You?. How You Got to Be the Listener You Are. Barriers Between Listener and Speaker. Listening to Yourself. Making Listening Work for You. Getting Others to Listen to You. Putting It All Together. Notes. Suggested Reading. Index.

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Book SynopsisProven solutions for better ZZZZ, from an elite sleep coach''Nick Littlehales wants to redefine the very meaning of the word sleep'' - Daily Telegraph__________________________One third of our lives are spent trying to sleep. Most us have restless nights and rely on a cocktail of caffeine and sugar to drag us through the day. Yet the hours we spend in bed shape our mood, motivation and decision-making skills - defining our performance in work, at home and while keeping fit. We need a new approach to sleep. In Sleep, Nick Littlehales, the leading sleep coach, debunks the myths around sleep and introduces many new concepts, including: Why the fabled eight hours just doesn''t add up The power of the nap - and how you can nap with your eyes open Ways to deal with anxiety, children, snoring and other night-time challenges How to discover your own sleep cycleFrom your personal sleep characteristics and cycles, to posture and bedding, he sets out achievable ways to get the highest possible quality of sleep recovery. Read Sleep, learn from the best in sport, and kick-start a more confident, successful and happier you.__________________________''The sleep guru to the stars explains how to discover your sleep cycle and why naps are essential'' Mail on Sunday''He enables players to maximise the quality and consistency of their sleep and in turn their overall performance'' -- Sir Alex FergusonTrade ReviewThe sleep guru to the stars explains how to discover your sleep cycle and why naps are essential * Mail on Sunday *This is a tremendously exciting development and one I wholeheartedly support. Nick Littlehales provides leading professionals in the world of sport, including at Manchester United, with a better understanding of this natural physical and mental process - he enables players to maximise the quality and consistency of their sleep and in turn their overall performance -- Sir Alex FergusonNick Littlehales is an innovative, world-class thinker. He designed the sleep solution for Team Sky's riders - who have now won the Tour de France four times - and British Cycling, who have used his principles of sleep optimisation at the last two Olympics to great effect -- Philip Burt, lead physiotherapist, British CyclingNick has revolutionised my recovery process through practical, tailored professional advice * Helen Wyman, European Cyclocross champion *

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Book Synopsis''Enlightening, impassioned, powerful'' The Times From dating apps and self-driving cars to facial recognition and the justice system, the increasing presence of AI has been widely championed - but there are limitations and risks too. In this book Gigerenzer shows how humans are often the greatest source of uncertainty and when people are involved, unwavering trust in complex algorithms can become a recipe for disaster. We need, now more than ever, to arm ourselves with knowledge that will help us make better decisions in a digital age.Filled with practical examples and cutting-edge research, How to Stay Smart in a Smart World examines the growing role of AI at all levels of daily life with refreshing clarity. This book is a life raft in a sea of information and an urgent invitation to actively shape the world in which we want to live.''Masterful ... an essential read'' Gary Klein, author of Sources of Power''One of the world''s most eminent psychologists'' SpectatorTrade ReviewEnlightening, impassioned, powerful . . . exposes the hunger for autocratic power, the political naivety and the commercial chicanery that lie behind the rise of AI -- Simon Ings * The Times *Using personal anecdotes, cutting-edge research and cautionary real-world tales, Gigerenzer deftly explains the limits and dangers of technology and AI -- Chen Ly * New Scientist *Compelling . . . over many years, Gerd Gigerenzer has provided evidence that humans are smarter than economists. Now he shows that they are (where it matters) smarter than computers -- John Kay * co-author of Radical Uncertainty *One of the world's most eminent psychologists * Spectator *A fascinating invitation to keep thinking for ourselves... Vital reading for a world populated by algorithms -- Konstantinos Katsikopoulos, Professor of Behavioural Science, University of Southampton

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewSpence does for the senses what Marie Kondo does for homes -- Avery Gilbert, author of What the Nose KnowsTalks total sense, lots of fun facts, right up there with the best of the best -- Chris EvansAn extraordinary compendium of everything you need to know about how to cope with the hidden sensory overload of modern life, engagingly told -- Robin Dunbar, author of How Many Friends Does One Person Need?In Sensehacking, Charles Spence offers a whole new twist on what it means to 'make sense' of the world around us. Drawing on his renowned expertise in the field of crossmodal science, Professor Spence shares a wealth of insights and practical tips that will help you improve your social, cognitive and emotional well-being through sensory stimulation and management -- Steve Keller, Sonic Strategy Director, Studio Resonate at PandoraCharles Spence draws on his wealth of experience to provide insights into how our senses are interwoven in every aspect of our lives. Spence shows how sensehacking - which he defines as 'using the power of the senses, and sensory stimulation, to help improve our social, cognitive and emotional well-being' - is all around us. In addition to practical suggestions for enriching our own lives, Sensehacking provides unsettling insights into how commercial interests are manipulating our perceptions and behaviour. This book will shed light on much that goes unnoticed, and is especially timely in these pandemic times. -- Roger Kneebone, author of ExpertTruly accessible, entertaining and informative. On every page there are ideas to set you thinking and widen your horizons -- Heston Blumenthal, OBE, on GastrophysicsWonderfully curious and thought-provoking . . . brilliant -- Bee Wilson, Guardian, on GastrophysicsPopular science at its best -- Daniel Levitin, NYT bestselling author of This Is Your Brain on Music, on GastrophysicsA fascinating read. Given how pervasive technology has become, the way we relate to our senses could be the most crucial element in creating environments that are conducive to emotional and cognitive well-being. The science shows how we should evolve from an audiovisual dominated world, to one that caters mindfully to all our senses -- Charles Michel, Chef-in-residence at the Crossmodal Research Laboratory, University of OxfordCharles Spence is the paragon of the transdisciplinary scholar, a Renaissance man for the digital age. From his base at the Crossmodal Research Lab at Oxford, Professor Spence moves comfortably beyond the confines of experimental psychology and across the disciplines of the humanities, social sciences, design art and industry, while also crossing or merging the senses. Sensehacking is a tour de force of the sensory studies literature, a synthesis without equal. This book contains lots of helpful tips about how to use your senses to lead a healthier, happier life (and insights into how designers and marketers are only too happy to arrange your senses for you in the interests of moving merchandise), but it above all concerns "getting the sensory balance right." Rebalancing the senses and diverse sensations relative to each other is vital to our cognitive, emotional and social well-being, so do get hacking by reading this book from the finest and most innovative multisensory (and intersensory) mind of our times -- David Howes, author of The Sensory Studies ManifestoExceedingly appealing . . . promises to make us feel happier, relaxed, more focused and productive, and improve sleep and perception -- Emma Firth * Vogue *

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"David Rieff should be read by those in government and others who are bent on harnessing collective memory for the purposes of national commemoration."—Hew Strachan, Times Literary Supplement". . . an astringent, eloquent and sometimes moving essay on the virtues of forgetting. . . . The prudence, caution and moderation of Rieff’s argument is likable, as is his insistence on the need for political judgement in balancing the claims of remembering and forgetting."—Michael Ignatieff, Sunday Times"Rieff makes a powerful case for reconciliation and compromise, and exposes how politicized our nationalist histories are. Lucidly deploying historical examples and literary references, he himself seems to have forgotten nothing."—Gary J. Bass, New York Times Book Review"Rieff’s scathing critique of commemoration cuts uncomfortably close to home bones."—Christopher Kissane, Irish Times"In his excellent new book, In Praise of Forgetting, David Rieff questions the commonly unquestioned: namely the purposes and effects of collective memory. . . . He makes clear that structured, state-sanctioned memorialising is in thrall to contemporary goals and aspirations and not the past it is purporting to preserve."—Andrea Goldsmith, Australian Book Review“In Praise of Forgetting’s originality lies in its relentless interdisciplinarity and fast-moving pace, drawing as it does so interchangeably on works of history, philosophy, sociology, literary fiction and poetry, and political science, flitting often seamlessly between historical and contemporary issues. . . I found the text an immensely thought-provoking read due to its eclectic content and essay format. It raises a range of controversial questions which force us to think through some of the disastrous implications collective memory can have, and is therefore a success on its own terms.”—Will McGowan, British Journal of Criminology"This controversial book is a must-read for anyone concerned with ethics, politics and the human situation today. Drawing on his experience as a war correspondent and bringing to bear an impressive grasp of history, David Rieff explores the role of memory in the defining events of recent times, including the origins and aftermath of war and ethnic cleansing in former Yugoslavia, the malign inheritance of apartheid in South Africa, and the supreme crime of the Holocaust."—John Gray, author of Black Mass: Apocalyptic Religion and the Death of Utopia"For those who grew up with 'Never again' as the call to justice, David Rieff’s sober and erudite essay shocks with its counterintuitive moral questioning: What exactly is gained—and lost—by remembering? His assessment that paths to peace can be found only if nations and groups find ways to forget the past may be disputed by many, but honest thinkers will agree that we are at the dangerous fulcrum of being both unforgiving and unforgiven."—Susan D. Moeller, author of Shooting War: Photography and the American Experience of Combat and Compassion Fatigue:How the Media Sell Disease, Famine, War and Death

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Book SynopsisViewing the human brain as the most complex and powerful computer known, with a memory capacity and computational power exceeding the largest mainframe systems, Professor Baron sets the groundwork for understanding the computational structure and organization of the human brain. He provides the introductory framework necessary for this new and growing field of investigation and he discusses human vision, mental imagery, sensory-motor functions, audition, affect and behavior.Trade Review"...a good introduction to the brain's computational structure. It presents the brain in an excellent neurological perspective...well worth your time to read it carefully...an excellent presentation of cognition and language systems as well as the psychological structure of the nervous systems."—AI SIG Newsletter"I recommend it for all scientists who want a good introduction to how the brain might be organized for computer-like information processing."—Science Books and FilmsTable of ContentsContents: Preface. Acknowledgements. Neurons: The Computational Cells of Brains. Information: Its Movements and Transformation Information Storage. The Control of Associative Storage Systems. Information Encoding and Modality. Information Storage and Human Memory. The Visual System. Visual Experiences and Mental Imagery. Accessing Visual Memories and Visual Recognition. The Auditory System. Cognition, Understanding, and Language. The Anatomy and Physiology of the Sensory-Motor System. The Body in Space. The Control of Configuration and Simple Movements. The High-Level Control of Movements. Sensations, Affects, and Behavior. The Three Cognitive Systems and Learning

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Book SynopsisHuman faces are unique biological structures that convey a complex variety of important social messages. Even strangers can tell things from our faces â our feelings, our locus of attention, something of what we are saying, our age, sex, and ethnic group, whether they find us attractive or approachable.Face Perception, second edition, has been thoroughly updated throughout, providing an up-to-date, integrative summary by two authors who have helped to develop and shape the field. The book begins with the foundations of face perception before considering what is known about how we see different things in faces. It concludes with a discussion of how face perception relates to wider questions involving interpersonal perception and re-examines the question of what makes faces âspecialâ. The importance of integrating different research perspectives and asking critical theoretical questions is emphasised throughout, to develop a distinctive point of view of the area. <Table of Contents1. The face: organ of communication. 2. The science and methods of face perception research. 3. Social impressions. 4. Messages from facial movements: expressions and facial speech. 5. Gaze and social attention. 6. Recognising faces. 7. When faces are not recognised. 8. Beyond the face: person perception. 9. Nature and nurture.

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Book SynopsisThis book attempts to advance Donald Griffin''s vision of the final, crowning chapter of the Darwinian revolution by developing a philosophy for the science of animal consciousness. It advocates a Darwinian bottom-up approach that treats consciousness as a complex, evolved, and multidimensional phenomenon in nature rather than a mysterious all-or-nothing property immune to the tools of science and restricted to a single species.The so-called emergence of a science of consciousness in the 1990s has at best been a science of human consciousness. This book aims to advance a true Darwinian science of consciousness in which its evolutionary origin, function, and phylogenetic diversity are moved from the field's periphery to its very centre, thus enabling us to integrate consciousness into an evolutionary view of life. Accordingly, this book has two objectives: (i) to argue for the need and possibility of an evolutionary bottom-up approach that addresses the problem of consciousnesTrade Review"In A Philosophy for the Science of Animal Consciousness, Walter Veit argues for a more thoroughly Darwinian approach to understanding how consciousness has come into existence, and in which beings it is to be found. By shifting the focus away from human consciousness, he helps us to understand the diversity of forms of consciousness that exist in other animals." Peter Singer, Ira W. DeCamp Professor of Bioethics, Princeton University “The a priori position that human consciousness differs from that in other animals has become hard to defend. In an eye-opening account, Walter Veit explains why. As a true philosopher, he delves into both the richness and ambiguity of the concept of consciousness.” Frans de Waal, C. H. Candler Professor of Psychology, Emory University “Walter Veit takes a deep historically- and empirically-informed look at the origins of cognitive ethology and re-centers the field on Donald Griffin’s original idea that it’s consciousness in animals that really matters. He tackles the question of how to fit an account of consciousness into the life histories of individual animals, using a Darwinian framework that emphasizes the variety and adaptive radiation of forms and functions of consciousness in the evolutionary tree.” Colin Allen, Distinguished Professor, University of Pittsburgh "Some think that explaining consciousness is beyond the scope of evolutionary theory. Undeterred, Walter Veit rolls up his sleeves and gets on with the task. Drawing on the latest work in evolutionary biology, cognitive ethology, and neuroeconomics, he reverse engineers consciousness, distinguishing its different dimensions and components and identifying its roots in an ancient evaluative system which evolved to manage the complex action-selection problems faced by early forms of animal life. This is a pioneering and important book, which is informed throughout by an awareness of the rich diversity of animal life and experience. It will challenge your view of consciousness and transform your attitude to your fellow creatures."Keith Frankish, Honorary Professor, Department of Philosophy, University of Sheffield “Walter Veit has written a very thoughtful and thought-provoking philosophical exploration of the evolutionary origins of consciousness. He aims to bring us closer to a true biological science of animal consciousness, what Donald R. Griffin, the founder of the field of Cognitive Ethology, termed the “crowning chapter of the Darwinian revolution.” That chapter is to be written by studying the mental experiences of animals in their daily lives and natural worlds. Veit’s work exhibits the fruitfulness of the growing collaborations between philosophers and scientists of animal behavior to the clear benefit of both. He gives serious consideration to the problem of consciousness and the evolution of forms of consciousness, integrating the work of many disciplines and delineating the likely functional significance of consciousness and its varieties in different species. Veit offers persuasive arguments and examples that evaluative consciousness lies at the core of the phenomenon of consciousness, though leaving enough to argue about and discuss fruitfully as to other characteristics that may be strong contenders for that role. His work is a significant contribution to the field and well worth delving into.”Carolyn A. RistauTable of ContentsForeword Nicola S. Clayton Preface 1. A Darwinian Philosophy for the Science of Consciousness 2. The Explanandum: Animal Consciousness and Phenomenological Complexity 3. The Origins of Consciousness or the War of the Five Dimensions 4. Pathological Complexity and the Dawn of Subjectivity 5. Pathological Complexity meets Phenomenological Complexity 6. The Final, Crowning Chapter of the Darwinian Revolution

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Book SynopsisFirst published in 2011. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.Table of ContentsHodges, Berry, SenseCam: A Wearable Camera which Stimulates and Rehabilitates Autobiographical Memory. Loveday, Conway, Using SenseCam with an Amnesic Patient: Accessing Inaccessible Everyday Memories. Pauly-Takacs, SenseCam as a Rehabilitation Tool in a Child with Anterograde Amnesia. Browne, SenseCam Improves Memory for Recent Events and Quality of Life in a Patient with Memory Retrieval Difficulties. St-Jacques, Gender Differences in Autobiographical Memory for Everyday Events: Retrieval Elicited by SenseCam Images vs. Verbal Cues. Milton, An fMRI Study of Long-term Everyday Memory Using SenseCam. Brindley, Exploration of Use of SenseCam to Support Autobiographical Memory Retrieval within a Cognitive-Behavioural Therapeutic Intervention. Barnard, Exploring the Basis and Boundary Conditions of SenseCam-facilitated Rehabilitation. Murphy, SenseCam, Imagery and Bias in Memory for Wellbeing. Burke, Passive Imaging Technology in Aphasia Therapy. Doherty, Automatically Assisting Human Memory: A SenseCam Browser.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"The best statement of the psychological position in the literature on international politics. Highly readable, informative, and thought-provoking."--Library Journal "This exceptional book is a landmark in the study of cognitive processes in government foreign policy decision making. It integrates a thorough grasp of major psychological theory and research concerning individual cognitive processes with a detailed and perceptive reading of numerous historical accounts of international politics."--Contemporary Psychology "A valuable contribution to the theoretical literature on international relations."--ChoiceTable of ContentsPREFACE TO THE SECOND EDITION xiii ACKNOWLEDGMENTS xci INTRODUCTION 3 I The Setting 1 Perception and the Level of Analysis Problem 13 Do Perceptions Matter? 13 The International Environment 18 Compulsion in Extreme Circumstances? 19 Domestic Determinants 21 The Bureaucracy 24 Perceptions, Reality, and a Two-Step Model 28 2 External Stimuli, Internal Processes, and Intentions 32 Introduction 32 External versus Internal Sources of Behavior 35 Intentions 48 Inaccurate Predictions about One's Own Behavior 54 3 Deterrence, the Spiral Model, and Intentions of the Adversary 58 Two Views of International Relations and the Cold War 58 Deterrence 58 The Spiral Model 62 Psychological Dynamics 67 Self-Fulfilling Prophecies and Problems with Incrementalism 76 Self-Defeating Power 78 Prescriptions 82 Universal Generalizations? 84 Evidence against the Spiral Model 84 Evidence against Deterrence 90 Deterrence and World War II; Spiral Model and World War I 94 When Will Force and Threats Work? The Decision-Maker's Choice 96 When Will Force and Threats Work? Hypotheses 100 Perceptions of Intention and Analyses of What ls at Stake 102 Other Explanations for the Differences between the Spiral and Deterrence Theories 107 Differences in Values 108 Claims for a Dominant Strategy 109 Dangers of Applying Gradualism to an Aggressive Adversary 110 Suggestions 111 II Processes of Perception 4 Cognitive Consistency and the Interaction between Theory and Data 117 Consistency: Rational and Irrational 117 Rational Consistency 119 Cognitive-Affective Balance 120 Source-Message Interaction 122 Implications 124 Irrational Consistency-Avoidance of Value Trade-Offs 128 Assimilation of Information to Pre-existing Beliefs 143 The Impact of Expectations on Perceptions 145 The Necessary Interdependence of Facts and Theories 154 The Interdependence between Facts and Theories in Science 156 The Impact of Categorization 162 Different Theories, Different Perceptions 163 The Emergence of New Theories and Images 165 Cognitive Distortion and Implications for Decision-Making 172 Failure to Recognize the Influence of Pre-Existing Beliefs 181 Excessive and Premature Cognitive Closure 187 Implications for Decision-Making 191 Confidence, Commitment, and Ambiguity 195 Implications for Decision-Making 201 5 The Impact of the Evoked Set 203 Evoked Set in the Absence of Communication 203 Communication and Estimating the Evoked Set of the Other 205 Misunderstandings within a Government: Differences in Information, Perspectives, and Time Lags 206 Uneven Distribution of Information within Governments 209 Differences in Evoked Set Caused by Differences in Concerns 211 Conclusions 215 6 How Decision-Makers Learn from History 217 Introduction 217 Lessons as Predispositions 222 Alternative Explanations 225 The Learning Process 227 Organizational Learning 238 Events from Which People Learn Most 239 Firsthand Experiences 239 Some Consequences 243 Alternative Explanations 246 Early Experiences and Generational Effects 249 Generational Effects 253 Alternative Explanations 257 Delayed Impact on Policy 260 Events Important to the Person's State or Organization 262 Revolutions 262 The Last War 266 Range of Available Alternative Analogies 270 What Lessons Do People Learn? 271 Impact of Constant Factors 271 Lessons about Specific Actors 274 Reactions to Failure 275 Nothing Fails like Success 278 Alternative Explanations 219 Summary 281 Appendix: The Impact of Domestic Politics and Training on Perceptual Predispositions 283 Learning from Domestic Politics 283 Training 287 7 Attitude Change 288 Introduction 288 Mechanisms of Attitude Preservation and Change 291 Centrality 297 The Rate at Which Discrepant Information Is Received 308 Beliefs Especially Resistant to Discrepant Information 310 III Common Misperceptions 8 Perceptions of Centralization 319 Unity and Planning 319 Plans, Not Accidents and Confusion 321 One Actor, Not Several 323 Special Cases 326 Variables Encouraging the Perception of Unity and Planning 327 Being Misinformed about One's Own Behavior 329 Misinformation about Physical Effects 331 Disobedience by Agents 332 Causes of Disobedience 332 Types of Disobedience 333 Consequences of Lack of Awareness of Agents' Behavior 334 Consequences of Perceptions of Unity and Planning 338 9 Overestimating One's Importance as Influence or Target 343 Introduction 343 Overestimating One's Effectiveness 344 Perceptions of Influence and Turning Points 348 Injury and Perceptions of the Other's Autonomy 349 Belief that the Other Understands that You Are Not a Threat 354 10 The Influence of Desires and Fears on Perceptions 356 Wishful Thinking 356 Experiments: Lack of Incentives for Accuracy 357 Desires or Expectations? 359 Direct Impact of Affect 361 Experimental Manipulation of Affect 361 Judgments of Desirability and Probability 362 Other Experiments 363 Wishful Thinking in International Relations 365 Perceptions of Danger: Vigilance or Defense? 372 Avoidance of Perceptions of Extreme Probabilities 378 Summary 380 11 Cognitive Dissonance and International Relations 382 Cognitive Dissonance Theory 382 Cognitive Dissonance and Inertia 387 The Magnitude of Dissonance 392 The Impact of Spending Resources 393 Incentives and Compulsion 399 Boomerang Effects 404 Summary 406 IV In Lieu of Conclusions 12 Minimizing Misperception 409 Making Assumptions and Predictions Explicit 410 Devil's Advocates 415 Conversions 418 Identities and Missions 418 Awareness of Common Misperceptions 423 BIBLIOGRAPHY 425 INDEX 433

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Book Synopsis'The first, last, best, and only scientific guide to learning in the classroom' Daniel Gilbert, New York Times bestselling author of Stumbling on Happiness In this revolutionary guide to learning, Professor Dan Willingham helps you study more efficiently and effectively, shrug away exam stress and make learning a skill you can master and enjoy. Based on the latest brain science, Outsmart Your Brain offers specific strategies for reading, listening and taking tests, covering the practical aspects like optimum note taking, how to read difficult books and good exam technique, coupled with the psychological challenges of dealing with anxiety, fighting procrastination and developing good focus. Smart, enlightening and immensely practical, this is a book for older children, university students and adult learners studying for the bar, medical exams and other professional qualifications. Also useful for teachers of all ages and stages, Outsmart Your Brain is a handbook for successful learning, teaching you how to battle your brain's own mechanisms to study more efficiently, vastly improve your grades and make learning a genuinely fun experience.Trade ReviewThe best book I've read on how anyone can learn the tactics of the most successful students * Angela Duckworth, New York Times bestselling author of Grit *The first, last, best, and only scientific guide to learning in the classroom * Daniel Gilbert, New York Times bestselling author of Stumbling on Happiness *A user's guide to the student's brain * Amanda Ripley, New York Times bestselling author of The Smartest Kids in the World *The perfect gift for any student heading off to college * Jonathan Haidt, New York Times bestselling co-author of The Coddling of the American Mind *An essential tool for the new school year * Jessica Lahey, New York Times bestselling author of The Gift of Failure *A wonderful book with a wealth of practical advice * Henry L. Roediger, III, co-author of Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning *

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Book SynopsisRecognized as the definitive reference, this handbook brings together leading experts from multiple psychological subdisciplines to examine one of today's most dynamic areas of research. Coverage encompasses the biological and neuroscientific underpinnings of emotions, as well as developmental, social and personality, cognitive, and clinical perspectives. The volume probes how people understand, experience, express, and perceive affective phenomena and explores connections to behavior and health across the lifespan. Concluding chapters present cutting-edge work on a range of specific emotions. Illustrations include 10 color plates. New to This Edition *Chapters on the mechanisms, processes, and influences that contribute to emotions (such as genetics, the brain, neuroendocrine processes, language, the senses of taste and smell). *Chapters on emotion in adolescence and older age, and in neurodegenerative dementias. *Chapters on facial expressions and emotional bodTrade Review"Offering the most comprehensive coverage imaginable, this handbook continues to occupy a unique position in the emotion field. Experts will find it invaluable for keeping current, and novices will find it an appealing and accessible introduction."--Susan T. Fiske, PhD, Eugene Higgins Professor of Psychology and Professor of Public Affairs, Princeton University “The fourth edition of Handbook of Emotions once again assembles a brilliant set of chapters from the world’s foremost experts on every aspect of emotion. It is easy to see why this accessible and authoritative compendium has become, and still remains, the bible of the field. An essential resource for researchers and students alike.”--Daniel Gilbert, PhD, Edgar Pierce Professor of Psychology, Harvard University -[An] excellent (and nearly exhaustive) reference…for emotion scholars in the social sciences and humanities.--Evolutionary Studies in Imaginative Culture, 04/24/2019ƒƒThe editors of the fourth edition of this handbook have surpassed their outstanding third edition…to produce a work that provides not only a snapshot of the state-of-the-art aspects of emotion science, but also a credible and revealing vision of the future of the field. Of course, the editors are leaders in their respective areas of study; in addition, they have a rich and comprehensive understanding of the field of emotion science as a whole, especially its expanding borders. In the eight years since the last edition was published, the field has grown enormously; the new edition reflects that growth and more….Noteworthy in this regard is the inclusion of chapters that incorporate some of the new methodologies and approaches that are changing the ways in which individuals think about emotions, as well as the expansion of the final section of the book, 'Specific Emotions.' There is no other handbook of this quality and scope. This text is absolutely essential.--Choice Reviews, 03/01/2017ƒƒThis book appears to be the gold standard in the field based on the distinguished editors and authors and the fact that it continues to be revised as new theories and research occur. All in all, this is a tremendous contribution to psychology and our understanding of human nature. ****! (on the third edition)--Doody's Review Service, 09/12/2008ƒƒSimply put, it is the best single-volume compendium of the state of the art in emotion research. (on the first edition)--Cognition and Emotion, 01/01/2005Table of ContentsI. Interdisciplinary Perspectives 1. The Philosophy of Emotions, Andrea Scarantino 2. The History of Emotions, Ute Frevert 3. The Sociology of Emotion, Katherine J. Lively & Emi A. Weed 4. Emotions in Music, Literature, and Film, P. N. Johnson-Laird & Keith Oatley 5. Affect in Economic Decision Making, Karolina M. Lempert & Elizabeth A. Phelps 6. Computational Models of Emotion as Psychological Tools, Stacy Marsella & Jonathan Gratch II. Biological Perspectives 7. From Pleasure to Happiness: “Liking” and “Wanting” in Mind and Brain, Kent C. Berridge & Morten L. Kringelbach 8. Neural Fingerprinting: Meta-Analysis, Variation, and the Search for Brain-Based Essences in the Science of Emotions, Elizabeth Clark-Polner, Tor D. Wager, Ajay B. Satpute, & Lisa Feldman Barrett 9. Emotion and the Autonomic Nervous System, Wendy Berry Mendes 10. Genetic Contributions to Affect and Emotion, Yuliya S. Nikolova, Elena G. Davis, & Ahmad R. Hariri 11. Olfaction: Explicit and Implicit Emotional Processing, Jeannette M. Haviland-Jones, Patricia J. Wilson, & Robin Freyberg 12. Interoception and Emotion: A Neuroanatomical Perspective, A. D. (Bud) Craig 13. The Affect of Taste and Olfaction: The Key to Survival, Linda Bartoshuk and Derek J. Snyder III. Developmental Perspectives 14. The Development of Facial Expressions: Current Perspectives on Infant Emotions, Linda A. Camras, Serah S. Fatani, Brittney R. Fraumeni, & Michael M. Shuster 15. The Emergence of Human Emotions, Michael Lewis 16. Understanding Emotion, Paul L. Harris, Marc de Rosnay, & Francisco Pons 17. The Development of Children’s Concepts of Emotion, Sherri C. Widen 18. Emotion and Aging, Mara Mather & Allison Ponzio 19. The Interplay of Motivation and Emotion: View from Adulthood and Old Age, Molly Sands, Nhi Ngo, & Derek M. Isaacowitz 20. Emotional Development in Adolescence, Leah H. Somerville IV. Social and Personality Perspectives 21. Gender and Emotion: Theory, Findings, and Content, Leslie R. Brody, Judith A. Hall, & Lynissa R. Stokes 22. The Cultural Psychology of Emotions, Batja Mesquita, Jozefien De Leersnyder, & Michael Boiger 23. Intergroup Emotions, Eliot R. Smith & Diane M. Mackie 24. Social Functions of Emotion and Emotion Regulation, Agneta H. Fischer & Antony S. R. Manstead 25. Social Pain and Social Pleasure: Two Overlooked but Fundamental Mammalian Emotions?, Naomi I. Eisenberger 26. Emotion Regulation: A Valuation Perspective, Guarav Suri & James J. Gross 27. Expression of Emotion, Dacher Keltner, Jessica Tracy, Disa A. Sauter, Daniel C. Cordaro, and Galen McNeil 28. Emotional Body Perception in the Wild, Beatrice de Gelder 29. Form and Function in Facial Expressive Behavior, Daniel H. Lee & Adam K. Anderson V. Cognitive Perspectives 30. Emotional Intelligence, Marc A. Brackett, Susan E. Rivers, Michelle C. Bertoli, & Peter Salovey 31. New Light on the Affect–Cognition Connection, Gerald L. Clore & Alexander J. Schiller 32. A Fundamental Role for Conceptual Processing in Emotion, Christine D. Wilson-Mendenhall & Lawrence W. Barsalou 33. Memory and Emotion, Elizabeth A. Kensinger & Daniel L. Schacter 34. Language and Emotion: Putting Words into Feelings and Feelings into Words, Kristen A. Lindquist, Maria Gendron, & Ajay B. Satpute 35. Emotion and Attention, Greg Hajcak, Felicia Jackson, Jamie Ferri, & Anna Weinberg VI. Health-Related Perspectives 36. Emotions and Health, Laura D. Kubzansky & Ashley Winning 37. Neuroendocrine and Neuroimmunological Mechanisms of Emotion, Aric A. Prather 38. Emotion Disturbances as Transdiagnostic Processes in Psychopathology, Anne M. Kring & Jasmine Mote 39. The Clinical Application of Emotion in Psychotherapy, Leslie S. Greenberg 40. Eat, Drink, and Be Sedentary: A Review of Health Behavior’s Effects on Emotions and Affective States, and Implications for Interventions, Elissa Epel, Aric A. Prather, Eli Puterman, & A. Janet Tomiyama 41. Stress and Emotion: Embodied, in Context, and Across the Lifespan, Barbara Ganzel, Jason R. D. Rarick, & Pamela Morris 42. Emotion-Related Symptoms of Neurodegenerative Dementias, Bradford C. Dickerson VII. Specific Emotions 43. Fear and Anxiety, Kevin S. LaBar 44. Anger, Eddie Harmon-Jones & Cindy Harmon-Jones 45. Self-Conscious Emotions: Embarrassment, Pride, Shame, Guilt, and Hubris, Michael Lewis 46. Disgust, Paul Rozin, Jonathan Haidt, & Clark McCauley 47. Gratitude and Compassion, David DeSteno, Paul Condon, & Leah Dickens 48. Love: Positivity Resonance as a Fresh, Evidence-Based Perspective on an Age-Old Topic, Barbara L. Fredrickson 49. Sadness and Depression, Christian A. Webb & Diego A. Pizzagalli 50. Empathy, Jamil Zaki & Kevin Ochsner Author Index Subject Index

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Book SynopsisYour success in life—at work and at home—rises when you harness the energy that powers your brain. A neuropsychologist explains how.Your drive to create change, catalyze impact, and build relationships all come from neuroelectrical energy—real, electrical impulses—firing in your brain. Who you are as a person depends on how you work with this energy. When this energy rises within you, you feel empowered and dynamic. But when this energy falls, you feel down, stressed, and defeated.You may feel as if you don't control your emotional energy, that it's an inevitable consequence of the world around you and the forces bearing down on you. But that's not the case. To reach your full potential, you can learn to recognize and harness the energy in your brain. Leading neuropsychologist Julia DiGangi will teach you how through eight "codes." Some of the codes will surprise you. All will fortify you. You will learn why these codes work and how to apply them to your own challenges through exercises and reflections.When you start viewing your life less about the activities you do and more about the natural energies within and around you, your power to live and lead with impact grows exponentially. Energy Rising offers you a provocative and neuroscientifically accurate path to greater emotional power, influence, and connection, both at work and at home.DiGangi's lab and clinical work have been conducted at Harvard, Columbia, Georgetown University, the University of Chicago, DePaul, and the University of Illinois Chicago. Her fMRI and EEG research has helped business leaders, parents, couples, educators, and military leaders. Her work, rooted in resilience after extreme stress, will show you how to effectively deal with struggles you currently face. She tells the stories of business leaders, parents, couples—and even combat veterans and trauma survivors—who used the eight codes to rise.Get ready to feel your energy rising.Trade Review"Energy Rising offers us hope that we can indeed utilize our emotional pain to leverage our emotional power." — Psychology Today"Presenting original and thought-provoking ideas backed by solid research in a clear and compelling fashion." — Børsen (Denmark)Advance Praise for Energy Rising:"How refreshing to discover a book that treats the serious work of managing our well-being by focusing on the physical nature of it—the electricity zipping around in our brains that makes us feel what we feel. Practical and inspiring, Energy Rising teaches us how to transform negative energy into positive energy and unlock pathways to growth." — Dan Cable, Professor of Organizational Behavior, London Business School; author, Exceptional and Alive at Work"Energy Rising delivers an enlightening and transformative guide that reveals the power of harnessing the energy within your brain. Drawing from her extensive work with patients, leaders, couples, and parents, Dr. DiGangi shares neuroscientifically grounded insights and compelling stories that bring principles to life. Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and equipped to take control of your emotional energy and unleash your true potential." — Marshall Goldsmith, Thinkers50 #1 Executive Coach; New York Times bestselling author, The Earned Life, Triggers, and What Got You Here Won't Get You There"Most leaders don't realize what power and influence they have over others. Energy Rising is a wonderful book that teaches us about our own emotional center, with the goal of helping us learn how to lead teams better, inspire people, and grow our organizations." — Josh Bersin, Global Industry Analyst and CEO, The Josh Bersin Company

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Book Synopsis''Immensely rewarding...filled with ingenious research, wise advice and insightful reflections on the human condition'' New York Times Book ReviewCan you resist everything except temptation? In a hedonistic age full of distractions, it''s hard to possess willpower - or in fact even understand why we should need it. Yet it''s actually the most important factor in achieving success and a happy life, shown to be more significant than money, looks, background or intelligence. This book reveals the secrets of self-control.Here, Roy Baumeister, one of the world''s most esteemed and influential psychologists, and journalist John Tierney, turn this notion on its head. They show us that willpower is like a muscle that can be strengthened with practice and improved over time. Based on years of psychological research and filled with practical advice, this book will teach you how to gain from self-control without pain, and discover the very real power in willpower. The results are nothing short of life-changing.Trade ReviewWillpower (the thing) lies at the curious intersection of science and behavior. Willpower (the book) lies at the intersection of Roy Baumeister, an extraordinarily creative scientist, and John Tierney, a phenomenally perceptive journalist. Ignore it at your peril -- Stephen J. Dubner, coauthor of 'Freakonomics' and 'SuperFreakonomics'[An] instant classic...[Willpower shows how]...recent research can help people lead better lives - be better parents, stay organized, and lose weight more wisely...[A] brilliant book -- Jamie Holmes * Daily Beast *An accessible, empirically grounded guide to willpower and how best to deploy it to overcome temptation...Should one need a more practical sales pitch for the importance of willpower, Messrs. Baumeister and Tierney point to ... its over-riding importance for academic, personal, career and financial success... Willpower offers no shortage of helpful strategies to compensate for weakness of will -- Cordelia Fine * Wall Street Journal *Willpower affects almost every aspect of our lives...Tierney and Baumeister have given us a wonderful book in which they not only share fascinating research on the subject but also provide simple tricks to help us tap into this important quality -- Dan Ariely, Duke University, author of 'Predictably Irrational'Willpower is sinfully delicious -- once you start reading, you won't be able to stop. A fascinating account of the exciting new science of self-control -- Daniel Gilbert, Harvard University, author of 'Stumbling On Happiness'As wonderfully entertaining as it is enlightening! Tierney and Baumeister have produced a highly intelligent work full of fascinating information (and great advice) about a core element of modern living. Bravo -- David Allen, author of 'Getting Things Done and Making It All Work'This little masterpiece is a must read for all of us who want to exercise, diet, manage our time, be thrifty, and resist temptation -- Martin Seligman, University of Pennsylvania, former president of American Psychological Association, author of 'Authentic Happiness and Flourish'This is a manual from heaven for anyone who has ever wanted to lose weight, stop smoking, drink less, work more efficiently and more intelligently. An astonishingly good -- and accessible -- inquiry into one of the more elusive areas of human psychology -- Christopher Buckley, author 'Thank You for Smoking' and 'Losing Mum and Pup'Deep and provocative analysis of people's battle with temptation and masterful insights into understanding willpower: why we have it, why we don't, and how to build it. A terrific read -- Ravi Dhar, Yale School of Management, Director of Center for Customer InsightsA Guardian 2012 Literary Highlight * Guardian *Willpower rather than self-esteem is the essential ingredient for a successful life...The good news, according to the authors, is that willpower, unlike intelligence, is a muscle that can be exercised and encouraged to grow...The book's success in America underlines its timeliness...I suspect that all the politicians currently talking about "alarm-clock Britain" will be studying this book closely...people could benefit from reading this book -- Daisy Goodwin * Sunday Times *

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Book Synopsis''Both a brilliant scholar and a great writer, Leonard Mlodinow guides us through the fascinating science of what we feel, and why - and what we can do about it. I learned a lot from this wonderful book'' Rick HansonWe''ve been told we need to master our emotions and think rationally to succeed. But cutting-edge science shows that feelings are every bit as important to our success as thinking.You make hundreds of decisions every day, from what to eat for breakfast to how to influence people, and not one of them could be made without the essential component of emotion. It has long been held that thinking and feeling are separate and opposing forces in our behaviour. But as best-selling author Leonard Mlodinow tells us, extraordinary advances in psychology and neuroscience have proven that emotions are as critical to our well-being as thinking.How can you connect better with others? How can you improve your relationship to frustration, fear, and anxiety?Trade ReviewThis exploration of the interplay of emotion and thought is fascinating. I marvel at the skill that enables Mlodinow to crunch so much information in a compelling way. Emotional shows that rather than being counterproductive, emotions enrich our lives and understanding them better equips us to realise "what it means to be humans" * Financial Times *Those interested in understanding how feelings unconsciously steer thought are in for a stimulating read. Mlodinow handles this topic astutely with compelling examples and attention to the latest research, which is quite spectacular. He writes in a brisk, friendly style that easily draws you in and makes you reflect on both the recounted anecdotes and your own way of handling comparable situations -- Frans de Waal * The New York Times *Mlodinow successfully shows how emotions can be assessed, regulated, and controlled, and powerfully concludes that understanding them is a lifelong project that's 'not just a science but an art.' This is a must-read for fans of Daniel Kahneman * Publisher's Weekly *The American physicist and bestselling author Leonard Mlodinow popularises the findings from neuroscience over the past 50 years. . . he shows, through reports of psychologists' experiments and a series of quizzes, that recognising how much we are motivated by emotions allows us to be more thoughtful and present, more rational -- Susie Orbach * Observer *Both a brilliant scholar and a great writer, Leonard Mlodinow guides us through the fascinating science of what we feel, and why - and what we can do about it. I learned a lot from this wonderful book: a masterpiece of clarity, helpfulness, and heart -- Rick Hanson, author of Buddha's BrainMlodinow - a gifted science writer - has produced another gem. Emotional is a captivating narrative that plunges you straight into the heart of a major scientific drama - the more than a century-old battle over the nature of emotions. No matter which side you find yourself on, you will relish this adventure to the front lines of scientific discovery -- Lisa Feldman Barrett, author of Seven and a Half Lessons About the BrainAn absorbing deep dive into the new science of emotions that offers shrewd insights into the relationship between thinking and emotion. Mlodinow brings this important subject to life in a fascinating and informative way -- Susan David, author of Emotional AgilityA captivating exploration of the science of emotions. Beautifully written and full of cutting-edge research, it is a crucial reminder of the power feelings have in our thinking -- Charles Duhigg, author of The Power of HabitRationality, reason and logic have been heralded as the foundation of a clear mind, but Mlodinow, a physicist, argues that taking our feelings into account can help us make better decisions. He offers plenty of real-world examples, including his parents' experiences as Holocaust survivors * New York Times *An illuminating read that deals well with the complexity of emotion, the emerging science behind it and the fascinating workings of the brain itself. It might just help you remain calm and collected, even on a bad day * New Scientist *Leonard Mlodinow offers a crash course in emotions, one that feels less like cramming than like a colorful tour of the behavior of humans-and the rest of the animal kingdom. Most of this smart, trim volume is about the science of emotion rather than how to use it, but he doesn't miss the opportunity to dole out advice and provide opportunities for self-reflection * Wall Street Journal *

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Book SynopsisA FINANCIAL TIMES BUSINESS BOOK OF THE MONTH (APRIL 2017)Humans have become subservient to algorithms. Every day brings a new Moneyball fix - a maths whiz who will crack open an industry with clean fact-based analysis rather than human intuition and experience. As a result, we have stopped thinking. Machines do it for us. Christian Madsbjerg argues that our fixation with data often masks stunning deficiencies, and the risks for humankind are enormous. Blind devotion to number crunching imperils our businesses, our educations, our governments, and our life savings. Too many companies have lost touch with the humanity of their customers, while marginalising workers with arts-based skills. Contrary to popular thinking, Madsbjerg shows how many of today''s biggest success stories stem not from ''quant'' thinking but from deep, nuanced engagement with culture, language, and history. He calls his method sensemaking. In thiTrade ReviewAt Ford, we believe the key to creating products and experiences that truly make people's lives better is to deeply understand our customers. Technology alone isn't enough. So we've changed our product development process to focus on the customer experience--and not just the vehicle itself. In Sensemaking, Christian Madsbjerg explains with depth and structure how this is done.This is essential reading for anyone in the world of business and everyone with a concern for how human beings make sense of their world. Highly recommended.Companies must master not just big data, but thick data - insight into culture, history, and the social structures underlying human behaviour. Sensemaking is the road map for how this works, and it is essential reading for anyone looking to thrive in a world of digital disruption.Madsbjerg's Sensemaking is a powerful defense of human intelligence to solve problems. Anyone who dreams of leading a company should read it - and heed his wonderfully contrarian advice.With roots in Aristotle, Sensemaking calls on humanists to reinterpret their contribution while showing others how they cannot do without it. It is a book of the first importance.Producing a mixture of how-to text and trenchant philosophy, Madsbjerg illustrates his formula for problem-solving with rich, captivating anecdotes, many of them mini case studies. - Kirkus

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Book SynopsisAt the forefront of the cognitive revolution, renowned psychiatrist Aaron T. Beck turned to information processing in order to understand the sources, consequences, and cures of anxiety disorders and phobias. In the first half of this classic text, Beck elaborates on the clinical picture of anxiety disorders and phobias and presents an explanatory model to account for the rich complexity of these phenomena. Cognitive psychologist Gary Emery then details the therapeutic principles, strategies, and tactics developed on the basis of the cognitive model of anxiety disorders and phobias.This fifteenth anniversary edition of the foundational work on cognitive therapy features a new introduction by Beck, in which he offers an up-to-date appraisal of the current state of cognitive therapy and its application to the treatment of phobias and anxiety.

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Book SynopsisImaginative cases, or what might be called puzzles and other thought experiments, play a central role in philosophy of mind. The real world also furnishes philosophers with an ample supply of such puzzles.This volume collects 50 of the most important historical and contemporary cases in philosophy of mind and describes their significance. The authors divide them into five sections: consciousness and dualism; physicalist theories and the metaphysics of mind; content, intentionality, and representation; perception, imagination, and attention; and persons, personal identity, and the self. Each chapter provides background, describes a central case or cases, discusses the relevant literature, and suggests further readings. Philosophy of Mind: 50 Puzzles, Paradoxes, and Thought Experiments promises to be a useful teaching tool as well as a handy resource for anyone interested in the area.Key Features:Offers stand-alone chapters, each presented in anTable of ContentsPart I: Consciousness and DualismPart II: Physicalist Theories and the Metaphysics of MindPart III: Content, Intentionality, and RepresentationPart IV: Perception, Imagination, and AttentionPart V: Persons, Personal Identity, and the Self

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Book SynopsisThis illuminating book offers an up-to-date introduction to the psychology of language, exploring aspects of language processing that have previously not been given centre stage such as the role of body and brain, social aspects of language use, and mental models.The New Psychology of Language presents an overarching theoretical account called the Language User Framework for discussing a wide variety of core language activities. How do we understand speech in conversations? How do we read books? How do we convert our thoughts into bodily signals (speech, gestures, facial expressions) when we speak? What happens in the mind and brain when we have mastered two or more languages? All these aspects of language use are discussed at the level of words and sentences, as well as text and discourse. Language is considered as an embodied, embedded, incremental cognitive activity aiming at the construction and communication of rich and dynamic mental models. Discussion boxes hiTable of Contents1. Basic assumptions of a new psychology of language 2. Language and communication 3. The Language User Framework 4. Language research techniques 5. Recognizing spoken words 6. Recognizing printed and written words 7. Sentence processing 8. Meaning 9. Language production 10. Multilingualism 11. Conclusion and outlook

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Book SynopsisIs it possible to learn something without being aware of it? How does emotion influence the way we think? How can we improve our memory?Fundamentals of Cognition, Fourth Edition, provides a basic, reader-friendly introduction to the key cognitive processes we use to interact successfully with the world around us. Our abilities in attention, perception, learning, memory, language, problem solving, thinking, and reasoning are all vitally important in enabling us to cope with everyday life. Understanding these processes through the study of cognitive psychology is essential for understanding human behaviour.This edition has been thoroughly updated and revised with an emphasis on making it even more accessible to introductory-level students. This new edition includes: updated references for readers who are looking for more detailed information; checks to make sure that statements made in the previous version are still valid, given recent findingTrade Review'Eysenck and Brysbaert have produced the ideal introduction to cognitive psychology. It combines breadth of coverage with a depth of scholarship that allows the text to be readily accessible without being overly simplistic, draws on the best examples of contemporary research while incorporating important historical perspectives, and engages the reader with established findings and scientific challenges alike.' Robert Logie, Professor of Human Cognitive Neuroscience, University of Edinburgh, UK 'A splendid introduction to cognitive psychology that emphasises the applications of the subject, and how people actually manage to live and operate in the world. The level of detail is just right. It is written in a lively and engaging manner, and will quickly take a reader who knows nothing of the area to a level of considerable expertise.' Trevor Harley, Emeritus Professor of Psychology, University of Dundee, UK 'As stated by the title, this book is a fundamental for any psychology student. Despite the big challenge of presenting what we know about human cognition, Eysenck and Brysbaert manage to cover all domains of cognitive psychology, while providing clear learning objectives, definitions of the most important concepts, and helpful examples or activities to support step-by-step students in their discovery of this exciting field of psychology.' Valérie Camos, Professor of Developmental Psychology, University of Fribourg, Switzerland 'Fundamentals of Cognition by Eysenck and Brysbaert is a great introductory textbook on cognition. At the beginning of each chapter the learning objectives are given and throughout the book important key terms are listed. One aspect that makes this book really compelling is that in each chapter there is a section called "In The Real World" where the students can learn how findings from cognition research are used in everyday life. This makes this book unique, and unlike all others.' Jan Theeuwes, Professor of Cognitive Psychology, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, The Netherlands Table of Contents1. What is cognitive psychology? 2. Visual perception 3. Attention and performance 4. Short-term and working memory 5. Learning and long-term memory 6. Knowledge in semantic memory 7. Everyday memory 8. Language 9. Problem solving 10. Judgement, decision making, and reasoning 11. Cognition and emotion

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Book SynopsisThe interdisciplinary field of the learning sciences encompasses educational psychology, cognitive science, computer science, and anthropology, among other disciplines. The Cambridge Handbook of the Learning Sciences, first published in 2006, is the definitive introduction to this innovative approach to teaching, learning, and educational technology. In this significantly revised third edition, leading scholars incorporate the latest research to provide seminal overviews of the field. This research is essential in developing effective innovations that enhance student learning - including how to write textbooks, design educational software, prepare effective teachers, and organize classrooms. The chapters illustrate the importance of creating productive learning environments both inside and outside school, including after school clubs, libraries, and museums. The Handbook has proven to be an essential resource for graduate students, researchers, consultants, software designers, and poliTable of ContentsPreface R. Keith Sawyer; 1. An introduction to the learning sciences R. Keith Sawyer; Part I. Foundations: 2. Foundations of the learning sciences Mitchell J. Nathan, R. Keith Sawyer; 3. Scaffolding Brian J. Reiser, Iris Tabak; 4. Project-based learning Joseph S. Krajcik, Namsoo Shin; 5. Metacognition and self-regulated learning Philip H. Winne, Roger Azevedo; 6. A history of conceptual change research: Threads and fault lines Andrea A. diSessa; 7. Learning in activity Yrjö Engeström; 8. Cognitive apprenticeship Allan Collins, Manu Kapur; Part II. Methodologies: 9. Design-based research: A methodological toolkit for engineering change Sasha Barab; 10. Analyzing collaboration Noel Enyedy, Reed Stevens; 11. Microgenetic methods Bruce L. Sherin, Clark A. Chinn; 12. A learning sciences perspective on the design and use of assessment in education James W. Pellegrino; 13. Learning analytics and educational data mining Ryan S. Baker, George Siemens; Part III. Grounding Technology in the Learning Sciences: 14. Videogames and learning Constance Steinkuehler, Kurt Squire; 15. Embodiment and embodied design Dor Abrahamson, Robb Lindgren; 16. Tangible and Full-body interfaces in learning Narcis Pares, Michael Eisenberg; 17. Augmented reality in the learning sciences Bertrand Schneider, Iulian Radu; 18. Mobile learning Roy Pea, Mike Sharples; Part IV. Learning Together: 19. Knowledge building and knowledge creation Marlene Scardamalia, Carl Bereiter; 20. Computer-supported collaborative learning Gerry Stahl, Timothy Koschmann, Daniel Suthers; 21. Arguing to learn Jerry Andriessen, Michael Baker; 22. Informal learning in museums Palmyre Pierroux, Karen Knutson, Kevin Crowley; Part V. Learning Disciplinary Knowledge: 23. Research in mathematics education: What can it teach us about human learning? Anna Sfard, Paul Cobb; 24. Science education and the learning sciences: A coevolutionary connection Nancy Butler Songer, Yael Kali; 25. Complex systems and the learning sciences: Educational, theoretical, and methodological implications Michael J. Jacobson, Uri Wilensky; 26. Learning history Mario Carretero, Everardo Perez-Majarrez; 27. Learning to be literate Peter Smagorinsky, Richard E. Mayer; 28. Arts education and the learning sciences Erica Halverson, Kimberly Sheridan; 29. Learning as a cultural process: Achieving equity through diversity Na'ilah Suad Nasir, Ann S. Rosebery, Beth Warren, Carol D. Lee; 30. Designing for meaningful learning: Interest, motivation, and engagement K. Ann Renninger, Sanna Järvelä; 31. Advances in teacher learning research in the learning sciences Barry J. Fishman, Carol K. K. Chan, Elizabeth A. Davis; 32. Learning sciences and policy: A decade of mutual engagement William R. Penuel, James P. Spillane, Min Sun; 33. The learning sciences in the 2020s: Implications for schools and beyond R. Keith Sawyer.

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