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Book SynopsisCan we trust our senses to tell us the truth?Trade Review"A masterpiece of logic, rationality, science, and mathematics. Read this book carefully and you will forever change your understanding of reality, both that of the universe and your own self." -- Deepak Chopra, author of The Healing Self"Hoffman’s truly radical theory will force us to ponder reality in a completely different light. Handle with care. Your perception of the world around you is about to be dismantled!" -- Chris Anderson, author of TED Talks"Think you know what’s really out there? Read this breathtaking, whistle-stop tour of a book that illuminates all the profound weirdness masked by our experience and assumptions." -- David Eagleman, best-selling author of The Brain and Incognito"A fresh view into who we truly are—one that transcends the perceptions that we accept as reality. Hoffman unapologetically takes us down a rabbit hole where we learn that all reality is virtual and that truth lies solely in you, the creator." -- Rudolph Tanzi, coauthor of Super Brain"Captivating and courageous…anyone who reads this book will likely never look at the world the same way again. Hoffman challenges us to rethink some of the most basic foundations of neuroscience and physics, which could prove to be exactly what we need to make progress on the most difficult questions we face about the nature of reality." -- Annaka Harris, author of Conscious"In the mood to have your mind blown? In this fascinating, deeply original, and wonderfully engaging book, Hoffman takes us on a tour of the uncharted territory where cognitive science, fundamental physics, and evolutionary biology meet— and where the nature of reality hangs in the balance. You’ll never look at the world— or, rather, your interface— the same way again." -- Amanda Gefter, author of Trespassing on Einstein’s Lawn"Woody Allen once said, ‘I hate reality, but . . . where else can you get a good steak dinner?’ Hoffman turns that joke on its head: What we have always been after is the steak dinner; what we call reality is our best adapted strategy for getting it. Sink your teeth into that!" -- Christopher A. Fuchs, professor of physics, University of Massachusetts Boston"This book is a must-read if you want to bring your understanding of ‘reality’ in sync with the way the World is. You are in for some major surprises and mind expanding. A good read that will set you thinking about yourself, others and the world." -- Jan Koenderink, author of Color for the Sciences

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Book SynopsisA brilliant exploration of the human psyche, My Father's Glass Eye deepens our definitions of love, sanity, grief, and recovery.Trade Review'Hypnotic... a haunting exploration of perception, memory, and the complexities of grief. Vanasco brings to life the father she loved with an almost frightening force' New York Times Book Review'Brilliant... as the pages fly by, we’re right by Vanasco, breathlessly experiencing her grief, mania, revelations, and - ultimately - her relief' Entertainment Weekly'Wildly innovative' New York Magazine'Vanasco explores the intricacies of the human psyche with stunning poignancy' Newsweek'A powerful, haunting memoir... a journey that takes Vanasco into the dark depths of her family history, as well as her own psyche, and it shows in an incredibly intimate way the methods we use to cope with loss, disappointment, and grief, and how we can try and make our way out of the darkness and into a place of recovery' NYLON'Vanasco's candor, curiosity, and commitment to human understanding are not to be missed' Booklist, starred review'A deceptively spare life story that sneaks up and surprises you with its sudden fecundity and power' Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisMany people are familiar with the Enneagram, a description of personality types. Many are increasingly familiar with Essence, meaning qualities of being, a rapidly developing field in modern psychology. "9 Dimensions of the Soul" is the first book to relate the two, understanding the personality types of the Enneagram in relation to the Essence. It integrates, in a direct practical way, the spiritual and psychological dimensions of the Enneagram. In doing so, it sheds a new light on our personality, its origins and how it operates, presenting an accurate map of our inner and outer self, our personality and our inner being. It shows how these two dimensions are connected, and how they hold the key to our personal transformation and to fulfilling couple relationships. It functions equally well on a broader social scale, revealing new insights into how organizations and countries actually function.Trade ReviewThe Nine Dimensions of the Soul is written in a beautifully simple, insightful and heartful way and transmits complex material in a way that is easy to read and understand. Also, it is a welcome addition to the literature on the enneagram by integrating the 'Essence Work' of A. H. Almaas and Faisal Muqaddam with the traditional understanding of the nine aspects of the enneagram. Thomas O. Trobe, MD Psychiatrist and Founder and Director of Learning Love Seminars, Inc.

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Book SynopsisThe greatest discovery you''ll ever make...is the power of your own mind.Einstein claimed that he used only 10 percent of his mind, and the general public uses only about three or four percent. And that''s what this book is all about: learning to use more of your mind.Learn how to unleash your Genius Mind with just a few hours of practice. The inner images you hold deep within yourself determine your outer reality. The Silva Choose Success Master Course gives you the tools you need to reach these deep inner levels where you can change your life for the better by simply changing your thoughts.This course, which was developed under the direct supervision of Jose Silva, will show you how. Learn to use more of your mind to help you change your life for the better and get more of the things that you want. Restore and enjoy vibrant good health, build fulfilling relationships, achieve prosperity and abundance, and succeed in your life''s mission.Millions of people all over the world have taken the Silva Mind Control Method, and so can you. Now it is easier than ever before, with our step-by-step guided instructions. They will help you to restore and enjoy vibrant good health, build fulfilling relationships, achieve prosperity and abundance, and succeed in your life''s mission.This is the most powerful book ever written for the human brain and mind.

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Book Synopsis'A Masterful guide' YUNG PUEBLO'If human beings came with a manual, It's On Me would be it' SIMON SINEKA revolutionary guide to identifying self-loss and discovering the freedom that comes from taking responsibility for how we live.So many of us feel lonely, unfulfilled, or trapped-in our roles and relationships, in cycles of self-sabotage and wrong decisions. According to Sara Kuburic, it doesn't have to be so difficult.The answer lies in taking responsibility for the choices and actions that create our reality. It's about slowing down, cutting through demands and expectations, and taking ownership of this person we call our "Self." In It's On Me, Kuburic unpacks "self-loss," giving us new vocabulary and offering tools she's used for years to help her clients recover. Self-loss becomes apparent when we feel the pain and emptiness from performing or observing life, rather than living it. Guiding us through self-reflection, acceptance, and discovery, Kuburic proves that we can: · experience but not feel overpowered by our emotions· establish a healthy connection to our bodies· set loving boundaries to define ourselves and heal our relationships· declutter our physical and mental environments to create space for our true selves to thrive· find meaning and purpose in a seemingly meaningless worldEye-opening and inspiring, It's On Me will teach you how to stop sleepwalking our way through the life you don't want and step into your most vibrant, authentic, and meaningful Self.Trade ReviewA masterful guide to help all those who are building self-awareness, It's On Me eloquently and brilliantly reconnects us with a life of meaning and empowerment by helping us understand the concept of self-loss. . . . Relatable and necessary * Yung Pueblo, No.1 New York Times bestselling author *As the expectations of work, home, social media, parenthood, partnerships, etc., pile on, Sara Kuburic touches on something many people feel in their bones: lost. In It's On Me, she gently yet firmly guides readers through our self-investigation so that we may take full responsibility and ultimately create a more aligned, authentic, and vibrant life * Nedra Glover Tawwab, New York Times bestelling author *If human beings came with a manual, It's On Me would be it! Though we are all subject to the ups and downs of the world around us, we have more control over how we respond to that world than we realize, and Sara Kuburic shows us how * Simon Sinek, New York Times bestelling author *It's hard to know exactly how to return to yourself, especially if you didn't realize how far you had drifted. It's On Me invites you to do what is otherwise deeply challenging and often elusive work in a tangible, supported, and com- passionate way. It lights a path that will lead you back to you * Melissa Urban, New York Times bestselling author *Masterful and provoking . . . Kuburic has outdone herself with her brilliant guide, It's On Me, as she challenges the reader to step toward a path of self-inquiry and discovery. If your goal is to live an authentic life- one of freedom-then this a must read. In a world where skirting responsibility is often the norm, Kuburic argues that finding responsibility becomes the gateway to meaning, which will ultimately lead you to the Self-the most profound form of existence * Vienna Pharaon, LMFT, author of The Origins of You *

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Book Synopsis“This important book reframes the way we think about sensitivity—our own or someone else’s—and shines a light on the great power in being highly attuned to the world.”—Susan Cain, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Bittersweet and QuietA paradigm-shifting look at a long-undervalued yet hugely beneficial personality trait, from the creators of the world’s largest community for highly sensitive people “Don’t be so sensitive!”Everyone has a sensitive side, but nearly one in three people have the genes to be more sensitive than others—both physically and emotionally. These are the people who pause before speaking and think before acting; they tune in to subtle details and make connections that others miss. Whether introverted or extroverted, they tend to be bighearted, creative, and wired to go deep, yet society tells them to hide the very sensitivity that makes them this way. These are the world’s “highly sensitive people,” and Sensitive is the book that champions them.From the creators of the world’s largest community for sensitive people, Sensitive teaches us how to unlock the potential in this undervalued strength and leverage it across the most important areas of our lives: friendships and intimate relationships, the workplace, leadership, and parenting. Through fascinating research and expert storytelling, Jenn Granneman and Andre Sólo—sensitive people themselves—show us that the way to thrive as a sensitive person is not to hide our sensitivity but to embrace it, and how to do that in every area of life. Weaving together actionable advice, relatable anecdotes, and the latest scientific research, Granneman and Sólo demonstrate how leaning into sensitivity unlocks a powerful boost effect to propel us ahead in life. They hand us the tools and insights we need to thrive as sensitive people in a loud, fast, too-much world.A powerfully validating, destigmatizing, and practical book, Sensitive plants a gently fluttering flag in the ground for sensitive people everywhere. This inspiring book has the power to change, once and for all, how we see sensitive people—and how they see themselves.

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Book SynopsisIn April 2019, Liam Konemann idly began work on what he thought of as the appendix' - a record of ongoing transphobia in the UK that he came across. But when his mental health began to spiral, he turned his attention to a different topic instead: how do we find beauty in transmasculinity? And how do we maintain it in a world stacked against us? The Appendix explores transphobia in UK media, as well as the trauma of living in a society constantly debating you. Liam explains his time spent stealth' after moving to the UK, his false belief that witnessing the transphobia by documenting it would lead people to change their behaviours - that if he could only show them the effects on people like him, it would all stop - and the peaks and troughs of anxiety. More so, he turns the focus to the more positive representations and experiences, capturing - as he sought - the beauty in transmasculinity.

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Book SynopsisFrom The New York Times best-selling author and host of Hidden Brain comes a counterintuitive, thought-provoking exploration of deception’s role in human success.

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Book SynopsisAn original investigation of our hidden potential to persuade, and how to wield it wisely.Trade Review"... Vanessa Bohns... presents great insights on the many ways in which we influence the people around us, and the implications this has for how we interact at work, in our personal lives and in society at large. A must read..." -- Books to Read on Vacation - London Business School think"Bohns reveals an enormously empowering secret: In many situations, we don’t recognize the great influence we possess." -- Robert Cialdini, New York Times bestselling author of Influence and Pre-suasion"The sense of reciprocity may also explain why positive feedback can be such a powerful tool in the workplace. A study by researchers at technology company Intel and Duke University in the US showed that verbal praise was more effective at increasing productivity than cash bonuses. ‘People generally don’t realise that something so small could have such a big impact,’ explains Vanessa Bohns, a professor of social psychology at Cornell University, US, and author of You Have More Influence Than You Think." -- BBC Worklife"Unlike other books on this subject, which tend to focus on how we can increase our influence, Bohns tries to explain how we can employ the influence we already possess but might not appreciate we have." -- Business Books Roundup September - Financial Times"In 1893, Czech composer Antonin Dvorák prophesied a “great and noble” future for classical music in America based on “negro melodies”. His prophecy failed to materialise — but here, in a blend of analysis and polemic, Joseph Horowitz challenges the standard narrative to give African-American composers the recognition they deserve." -- Best Books of 2021: Classical Music - Financial Times

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Book SynopsisJulia and Derek Parker are two of the most highly respected astrologers worldwide. Julia trained with the Faculty of Astrological Studies in London, while Derek's interest in the history of astrology led him to write a book on astrology in the modern world. They wrote The Compleat Astrologer, selling millions of copies worldwide. The best-selling husband and wife team have since published over 50 books on astrology and dream interpretation. They live in Australia, and broadcast and lecture on astrology throughout Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the US.

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Book SynopsisTheories of Personality provides a comprehensive foundation on the nature of personality theory, as well as its contributions to science. Coverage of each theory encompasses a biographical sketch of each theorist, related research, and applications to real life. Written by three preeminent psychology professorsJess Feist, Gregory J. Feist, and Tomi-Ann Robertsthis program is engaging and student-friendly. The ninth edition provides new studies and sections on topics such as ego identity, gender studies, mindfulness and self-actualization, and more. The Connect course for this offering includes SmartBook, an adaptive reading and study experience which guides students to master, recall, and apply key concepts while providing automatically-graded assessments.McGraw-Hill Connect is a subscription-based learning service accessible online through your personal computer or tablet. Choose this option if your instructor will require Connect to be used in the course. Your subscripTable of ContentsPart I: IntroductionChapter 1: Introduction to Personality TheoryPart II: Psychodynamic TheoriesChapter 2: Freud: PsychoanalysisChapter 3: Adler: Individual Psychology Chapter 4: Jung: Analytical Psychology Chapter 5: Klein: Object Relations TheoryChapter 6: Horney: Psychoanalytic Social TheoryChapter 7: Erikson: Post-Freudian TheoryChapter 8: Fromm: Humanistic PsychoanalysisPart III: Humanistic/Existential TheoriesChapter 9: Maslow: Holistic-Dynamic TheoryChapter 10: Rogers: Person-Centered TheoryChapter 11: May: Existential Psychology Part IV: Dispositional TheoriesChapter 12: Allport: Psychology of the IndividualChapter 13: McCrae and Costa’s Five-Factor Trait TheoryPart V: Biological/Evolutionary Theories Chapter 14: Eysenck’s Biologically Based Factor TheoryChapter 15: Buss: Evolutionary Theory of PersonalityPart VI: Learning-Cognitive TheoriesChapter 16: Skinner: Behavioral AnalysisChapter 17: Bandura: Social Cognitive TheoryChapter 18: Rotter and Mischel: Cognitive Social Learning TheoryChapter 19: Kelly: Psychology of Personal Constructs GlossaryReferencesName IndexSubject Index

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Book SynopsisWhy do we lie?Trade Review‘Rowe asks why we tell lies and puts the answer down to a mixture of vanity and terror.…all pretty toxic, as far as personal relationships are concerned, but Rowe goes further: our failure to tell the truth is behind all manner of ills, from the current economic crisis to global warming…scary stuff, but Rowe is so wise that you begin to think it might be possible to change’ Guardian 'Rowe has a clear, easy style…[she] is accurate in her perceptions, and persuasive in her presentation of them…she paints a nuanced picture of why lying is always dangerous, and why we should cultivate an attitude of considered scepticism' TLS 'Her analysis is gripping, astute and incisive…parts of this book are hilarious' FT ‘[A] seer… with qualities that place her between sainthood and genius’ Fay Weldon

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Book SynopsisWhat exactly is narcissism? An incurable disease set to ruin your future, a habit to be curbed, or a trait to be nurtured? And how can you tell if your partner, child, or even you are a narcissist? Dr Craig Malkin offers a new picture of narcissism, showing us why being called a narcissist' isn't necessarily such a bad thing after all.Narcissism is all around us. We are a selfie-obsessed generation, surviving on a steady diet of watching reality shows that celebrate attention-seeking know-and-do-nothings and posting a whopping 500 million tweets a day to document our every thought and whim. But is narcissism really as bad as we have been led to believe?In this groundbreaking book, clinical psychologist Dr Craig Malkin offers a radically new picture of narcissism, defining it as a spectrum of self-importance, and explaining that everyone falls somewhere on the scale between utter selflessness and total arrogance. He reveals why it is essential to embrace some level of narcissism in ordeTrade Review"[A] fascinating book" INDEPENDENT "A gripping and sometimes terrifying book that will make you look anew at your spouse, your parents, your children, your friends, your enemies, your fellow workers and – perhaps most pertinently – your reflection in the mirror. And if your reflection pleases you far more than any of the others, you probably won't like what you read." DAILY MAIL (Book of the Week) "Among all the books that have been published on the topic in the past 10 years, [The Narcissist Test] stands out as a definite must-read." PsychCentral "Certainly one of the best books I've read this year. Don't be fooled by the title… this book is for anyone trying to better understand themselves and other people.” – Todd Kashdan, PhD, author of The Upside of Your Dark Side "This is a true gem on the subject of narcissism.” LIBRARY JOURNAL "[Dr. Malkin’s] reassuring tone and plethora of case histories offer considered advice and generous encouragement.” KIRKUS REVIEW "A book that will have readers rethinking themselves and, paradoxically, those around them.” PUBLISHERS WEEKLY “Dr. Malkin offers a surprising, accessible analysis of narcissism” – Gretchen Rubin, bestselling author of Better than Before and The Happiness Project “[Dr. Malkin} shows us how to…manage relationships with narcissistic partners, friends, colleagues, and family.” – Dr. Drew Pinksy, author of The Mirror Effect "An enthralling book…it will become a classic.” – Dr. Sue Johnson, bestselling author of Hold Me Tight and Love Sense “A book that’s persuasive. Insightful, and never dry.” – Dr. Peggy Drexler, author of Raising Boys Without Men and Our Fathers. Ourselves.

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Book SynopsisWhile ego psychological theory still holds a pre-eminent position in clinical social work practice, the field has changed in many ways. This revised edition addresses these major changes, bringing the reader up to date.

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Book SynopsisFrom the authoritative expert in personality disorders, Search for the Real Self is a thorough dissection of how one’s real self is developed, how it relates to the outer world, and how personality disorders are understood and treated in our modern society.Personality disorders—borderline, narcissistic, and schizoid—have become the classic psychological disorders of our age. Outwardly successful, charming and powerful, personality-disordered individuals have long confounded their colleagues, family, lovers and employees—as well as mental health professionals. The author helps the reader understand them. After describing how the healthy real self develops and functions, he explains what can go wrong. Drawing on case histories, he shows how the false self behaves in relationships and on the job, and then delineates appropriate treatments, offering real hope for cure.

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Book SynopsisChange or Die. What if you were given that choice? If you didn''t, your time would end soon—a lot sooner than it had to. Could you change when change matters most?This is the question Alan Deutschman poses in Change or Die, which began as a sensational cover story by the same title for Fast Company. Deutschman concludes that although we all have the ability to change our behavior, we rarely ever do. From patients suffering from heart disease to repeat offenders in the criminal justice system to companies trapped in the mold of unsuccessful business practices, many of us could prevent ominous outcomes by simply changing our mindset.A powerful book with universal appeal, Change or Die deconstructs and debunks age-old myths about change and empowers us with three critical keys—relate, repeat, and reframe—to help us make important positive changes in our lives. Explaining breakthrough research and progre

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"This handbook is excellent, with 51 chapters of valuable information over 1384 pages. It covers a wide variety of topics, written by an international collection of experts in the field. The readers will not be disappointed in this wonderful Academic Press publication." --© Doody’s Review Service, 2021,Gary B Kaniuk, Psy.D.(Cermak Health Services) reviewer, expert opinionTable of ContentsSECTION I: CONCEPTS AND DOMAINS 1. The history of dynamic approaches to personality 2. Personality processes 3. Psychological processes and mechanisms to explain associations between personality traits and outcomes 4. Within-person variability 5. Personality development processes 6. Neurobiology of personality dynamics 7. Dynamic genotype-environment interplays in the development of personality differences 8. Social Interaction Processes and Personality 9. Relationship transactions 10. Socio-cultural processes 11. Psychopathology and personality functioning 12. Motivational and goal processes 13. Fates Beyond Traits: The Dynamics and Impacts of Personal Project Pursuit 14. Self-regulatory processes 15. Dynamic self-processes 16. Narratives, identities, and life story processes 17. Personality coherence SECTION II: PERSPECTIVES AND THEORIES 18. Capturing Interactions, Correlations, Fits, and Transactions: A Person-Environment Relations Model 19. Evolutionary perspectives on the mechanistic underpinnings of personality 20. Dual-process models of personality 21. Whole Trait Theory (WTT) 22. Personality architecture and dynamics (KAPA): Theory and evidence 23. Toward an adequate theory of personality: Lifespan developmental processes 24. Functionalistic perspectives 25. Interpersonal Theory and personality processes 26. Personality Systems Framework 27. PSI Theory SECTION III: METHODS AND STATISTICS 28. A framework to study persons, situations, behavior, and time 29. Digital media technologies in the assessment of personality dynamics 30. Experience Sampling and Daily Diary Studies: Basic Concepts, Designs, and Challenges 31. Modeling developmental processes 32. Intensive longitudinal measurement 33. Multilevel Structural Equation Modeling for Intensive Longitudinal Data: A Practical Guide for Personality Researchers 34. Hierarchical continuous time modeling 35. Multi-method multi-occasion modeling 36. Dyadic data-analysis (e.g., longitudinal SRM, APIM) 37. Dynamic Structural Equation Modeling of personality data 38. Identifying the dynamics of individual variation in personality 39. Network analysis of dynamic personality data 40. Neural networks and virtual personalities SECTION IV: APPLICATIONS 41. Personality processes at the workplace 42. Within-person variability and job performance 43. Process Perspectives on Leader Traits, Behaviors, and Leadership Situations 44. Personnel selection 45. Growth and positive psychology 46. Morality 47. Stress 48. Well-being 49. Health processes in personality 50. Dynamics and processes in personality change interventions 51. PSI Theory Applications

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Book SynopsisA SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER, THIS BOOK WILL CHANGE HOW YOU SEE INTROVERTS - AND YOURSELF - FOREVER.Our lives are driven by a fact that most of us can''t name and don''t understand. It defines who our friends and lovers are, which careers we choose, and whether we blush when we''re embarrassed.That fact is whether we''re an introvert or an extrovert.The most fundamental dimension of personality, at least a third of us are introverts, and yet shyness, sensitivity and seriousness are often seen as a negative. Some of the world''s most talented people are introverts - without them we wouldn''t have the Apple computer, the theory of relativity and Van Gogh''s sunflowers. In Quiet, Susan Cain shows how society misunderstands and undervalues introverts while giving them the tools to better understand themselves and take full advantage of their strengths.Passionately argued, superbly researched, and filled with real stories, whether an introvert or extrovert, this book will change how you see human beings for good.*****''I can''t get Quiet out of my head. It is an important book - so persuasive and timely and heartfelt it should inevitably effect change in schools and offices'' Jon Ronson, The Guardian''Susan Cain''s Quiet has sparked a quiet revolution . . . Perhaps rather than sitting back and asking people to speak up, managers and company leaders might lean forward and listen'' Megan Walsh, The Times''Maybe the extrovert ideal is no longer as powerful as it was; perhaps it is time we all stopped to listen to the still, small voice of calm'' Daisy Goodwin, The Sunday TimesTrade ReviewMarvellous. The most important book published for a decade -- Lynne Truss * Sunday Telegraph *Quiet is a very timely book, and Cain's central thesis is fresh and important. Maybe the extrovert ideal is no longer as powerful as it was; perhaps it is time we all stopped to listen to the still, small voice of calm -- Daisy Goodwin * The Sunday Times *Susan Cain's Quiet has sparked a quiet revolution. In our booming culture, hers is a still, small voice that punches above its weight. Perhaps rather than sitting back and asking people to speak up, managers and company leaders might lean forward and listen -- Megan Walsh * The Times *I can't get Quiet out of my head. It is an important book - so persuasive and timely and heartfelt it should inevitably effect change in schools and offices -- Jon Ronson * The Guardian *A startling, important, and readable page-turner * Naomi Wolf, author of The Beauty Myth *

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Book Synopsis''A must read'' Philippa Perry''Rich, revelatory and, in the best way, unsettling . . . the mixture of scientific curiosity, bookish thoughtfulness and medical compassion is reminiscent of Oliver Sacks'' Sunday Times A twinge of sadness, a rush of love, a knot of loss, a whiff of regret. Memories have the power to move us, often when we least expect it, a sign of the complex neural process that continues in the background of our everyday lives. Memory is a process that shapes us: filtering the world around us, informing our behaviour and feeding our imagination.Drawing on the poignant stories of her patients, from literature and fairy tales, Veronica O''Keane uses the latest neuroscientific research in this rich, fascinating exploration to ask, among other things, why can memories feel so real? How are our sensations and perceptions connected with them? Why is place so important in memory? Are there such things as ''true'' and ''faTrade ReviewVivid, unforgettable . . . a fascinating, instructive, wise and compassionate book . . . there is much for the reader to learn, but there is also a lot that is simply delightful. -- John Banville * Guardian *Wonderful. I love the way Veronica writes . . . difficult concepts made comprehensible with rich case studies. A must read for every counsellor, psychotherapist, life coach and psychiatrist. -- Philippa Perry * author of The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read *A ruminative yet well-evidenced investigation . . . Most remarkable, though, are her own, extraordinary personal encounters with patients - psychotics, depressives, amnesiacs - whose memories have in some way let them down. O'Keane's unsettling conclusion . . . will haunt you as much as her revealing and sometimes harrowing real-life stories * The Sunday Times, Books of the Year *Fascinating . . . leaves you with a marvelling awareness of what humans collectively share as memory makers and reminds us that each one of us is a singular translator of our world. -- Kate Kellaway * Observer *A wonderful book in which Veronica O'Keane distils what she has learned about people in her life as a psychiatrist and neuroscientist. The reader will appreciate Dr O'Keane's beautiful prose and her caring attitudes, and will effortlessly pick up knowledge about how the brain determines our behaviour. -- Robin Murray * Professor of Psychiatric Research at King's College London *A roving, riverine inquiry into memory, experience, the brain...O'Keane does not try to dazzle us with interpretations and cures, but dazzle she does with the science, the clarity with which she can conjure something as ordinary, as bafflingly complex and beautiful, as a memory forming in the brain. . . O'Keane evokes a robin in her backyard with a vividness that would shame a good many novelists I've encountered this year -- Parul Seghal * New York Times *O'Keane draws from her clinical experiences to offer a comprehensive tour of the current state of knowledge about how memory operates in the brain . . . what makes O'Keane's book engaging is how she incorporates references to literature and folklore -- Elizabeth Landau * Salon *Searching, thoughtful . . . at once scientific, philosophical, medical and literary . . . rich, revelatory and, in the best way, unsettling. -- James McConnachie * Sunday Times *

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Book SynopsisMMPI Instruments: Assessing Personality and Psychopathology 6th edition provides a bridge for graduate students and clinicians alike in navigating the changes and updates to the MMPI, including the recently released MMPI-3.Trade ReviewI enjoy Graham's writing style. It is clear and coherent. He finds ways to present a large amount of material in varying ways - i.e., he tells us what each scale elevation means without seeming robotic or droning. It is the de facto resource for the MMPI-2. - Stephen Byrne, Alfred UniversityIt's comprehensive, well researched, scholarly, and well written. It has one of the best discussions of interpretation of Validity scales that I have found, i.e., consideration of configurations of Validity scales, rather than interpretation of them in isolation, nuanced discussion of their meaning, etc. The inclusion of the MMPI-A material sets it apart from the current text I use. I really enjoyed the author's writing style. It is engaging, avoids jargon, invites the reader's interest, and is a pleasure to read. It has a number of strengths compared to my current text, including more comprehensive coverage of several topics such as the MMPI-A, forensic applications, etc. - Marc Diener, Long Island UniversityThis text is by far the most comprehensive book on the market. While other MMPl books are appropriate, the author provides the most practical and comprehensive way to use MMPI in clinical practice. - Jason McGlothlin/Kent State UniversityThe approach of this distinguishes it from others. It covers pretty much everything a student at the doctoral level needs to know in using this clinical tool in their practice and research. - Dong Xie, University of Central Arkansas

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Book SynopsisIdentity is defined in many different ways in various disciplines in the social sciences and sub-disciplines within psychology. The developmental psychological approach to identity is characterized by a focus on developing a sense of the self that is temporally continuous and unified across the different life spaces that individuals inhabit. Erikson proposed that the task of adolescence and young adulthood was to define the self by answering the question: Who Am I? There have been many advances in theory and research on identity development since Erikson''s writing over fifty years ago, and the time has come to consolidate our knowledge and set an agenda for future research.The Oxford Handbook of Identity Development represents a turning point in the field of identity development research. Various, and disparate, groups of researchers are brought together to debate, extend, and apply Erikson''s theory to contemporary problems and empirical issues. The result is a comprehensive and statTrade ReviewConceived and executed creatively to engage reader interest by providing contrasting viewpoints, this volume furnishes researchers, teachers, and clinicians with a useful overview of current issues in identity. The wealth of information presented here is a tribute to authors' boldness in advancing in new directions, as well as to Erikson, whose ideas continue to stimulate thinking and research. This book provides an indispensable foundation for anyone interested in identity development. * James E. Marcia, PhD, Professor Emeritus, Department of Psychology, Simon Fraser University, British Columbia *As a handbook should, this volume provides a comprehensive and holistic description of identity development across the lifespan. But its gift to the multiple fields of identity research is the way it is designed to make the chapters 'talk' to one another and to the history of identity development theorizing and research. The contradictions and gaps in theory and research are made transparent, creating a handful of debates between and within multiple perspectives rather than a descriptive handbook. Thanks to the editors and authors for this valuable resource. * Sheila Marshall, PhD, Associate Professor, School of Social Work/Division of Adolescent Health and Medicine, University of British Columbia *How fitting that the Oxford Handbook of Identity Development came about to bring more coherence to a field which itself studies coherence. Editors McLean and Syed and their talented authors accomplished their goal of shaking up the field by focusing on controversies and challenges rather than by rehashing what is already known. Each section of the Handbook is like a banquet for identity scholars; each course of the meal involves contrasting and complementary flavors. By the end of the banquet we are satisfied, yet stimulated to ponder the next set of debates, looking forward rather than back. * Harold D. Grotevant, PhD, Rudd Family Foundation Chair in Psychology, University of Massachusetts Amherst *Instead of a review of past research, McLean and Syed present a future-oriented overview of the field with their Oxford Handbook of Identity Development. They fulfill my longstanding wish that all the researchers within the Eriksonian tradition start listening to each other in a joint attempt to integrate their different perspectives into a complex but more integrated identity of identity research. When you share this wish, the book offers an exciting starting point, excellent food for thought when you want to go beyond the confines of your own research. * Harke A. Bosma, University of Groningen, the Netherlands *Table of ContentsChapter 1: The Field of Identity Development Needs an Identity: An Introduction to the Handbook of Identity Development Kate C. McLean and Moin Syed Chapter 2: Theoretical Foundations of Identity Phillip L. Hammack Part 1: Debates: Identity Development Across the Lifespan Chapter 3: Gendered Narrative Voices: Sociocultural and Feminist Approaches to Emerging Identity in Childhood and Adolescence Robyn Fivush and Widaad Zaman Chapter 4: Identity Development from Adolescence to Emerging Adulthood: What We Know and (Especially) Don't Know Jeffrey Jensen Arnett Chapter 5: Identity Development through Adulthood: The Move Toward "Wholeness" Jane Kroger Chapter 6: Three Strands of Identity Development Across the Human Life Course: Reading Erik Erikson in Full Dan P. McAdams and Claudia Zapata-Gietl Part 2: Debates: Identity Status Perspectives on Processes of Identity Development Chapter 7: The Identity Statuses: Strengths of a Person-Centered Approach Elisabetta Crocetti and Wim Meeus Chapter 8: Commitment and Exploration: The Need for a Developmental Approach Saskia Kunnen and Marijke Metz Chapter 9: Identity Status: On Refinding the People Ruthellen Josselson and Hanoch Flum Part 3: Debates: Narrative Perspectives on Processes of Identity Development Chapter 10: Autobiographical Reasoning Is Constitutive for Narrative Identity: The Role of the Life Story for Personal Continuity Tilman Habermas and Christin Köber Chapter 11: Autobiographical Reasoning and My Discontent: Alternative Paths from Narrative to Identity Monisha Pasupathi Chapter 12: Discerning Oneself: A Plea for the Whole Mark Freeman Part 4: Debates: Internal, External, and Interactional Approaches to Identity Development Chapter 13: Identity as Internal Processes: How the "I" Comes to Define the "Me" Alan S. Waterman Chapter 14: Identities as an Interactional Process Neill Korobov Chapter 15: Integrating 'Internal', 'Interactional,' and 'External' Perspectives: Identity Process as the Formulation of Accountable Claims Regarding Selves Elli P. Schachter Part 5: Debates: Culture and Identity Development Chapter 16: Culture as Race/Ethnicity Frank C. Worrell Chapter 17: "[T]hey say Black men won't make it, but I know I'm gonna make it": Ethnic and Racial Identity Development in the Context of Cultural Stereotypes Niobe Way and Onnie Rogers Chapter 18: Reflections on the Cultural Lenses of Identity Development Margarita Azmitia Part 6: Applied Issues in Identity Development Chapter 19: Identities, Cultures, and Schooling: How Students Navigate Racial-Ethnic, Indigenous, Immigrant, Social Class, and Gender Identities on Their Pathways Through School Catherine R. Cooper, Elizabeth Gonzalez, and Antoinette R. Wilson Chapter 20: Transformation, Erosion or Disparity in Work Identity? Challenges during the Contemporary Transition to Adulthood Jeylan T. Mortimer, Jack Lam, and Shi-Rong Lee Chapter 21: Identity and Positive Youth Development: Advances in Developmental Intervention Science Kyle Eichas, Alan Meca, Marilyn J. Montgomery, and William Kurtines Chapter 22: A Translational Research Approach to Narrative Identity in Psychotherapy Jefferson A. Singer and Adam M. Kasmark Chapter 23: Youths' Constructions of Meanings about Experiences with Political Conflict: Implications for Processes of Identity Development Cecilia Wainryb and Holly Recchia Part 7: Extensions Chapter 24: Puberty, Identity, and Context: A Biopsychosocial Perspective on Internalizing Psychopathology in Early Adolescent Girls Misaki N. Natsuaki, Danielle Samuels, and Leslie D. Leve Chapter 25: Body Image and Identity: A Call for New Research Elizabeth A. Daniels and Meghan M. Gillen Chapter 26: Cultural Neuroscience of Identity Development Alissa J. Mrazek, Tokiko Harada and Joan Y. Chiao Chapter 27: Parenting, Adolescent-Parent Relationships, and Social Domain Theory: Implications for Identity Development Wendy M. Rote and Judith G. Smetana Chapter 28: Who Am I If We're Not Us? Divorce and Identity across the Lifespan Jeffrey T. Cookston and Luke Remy Chapter 29: Identity Development in the Context of the Risk and Resilience Framework Frosso Motti-Stefanidi Chapter 30: The Dynamic Role of Identity Processes in Personality Development: Theories, Patterns, and New Directions Jennifer Pals Lilgendahl Chapter 31: Identity Development in the Digital Age: The Case of Social Networking Sites Adriana M. Manago Part 8: Reflections, Conclusions, and the Future Chapter 32: Identity-Formation Research from a Critical Perspective: Is a Social Science Developing? James E. Côté Chapter 33: What Have We Learned Since Schwartz (2001)? A Reappraisal of the Field of Identity Development Seth J. Schwartz, Koen Luyckx, and Elisabetta Crocetti Chapter 34: The Future of Identity Development Research: Reflections, Tensions, and Challenges Moin Syed and Kate C. McLean

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Book SynopsisThe psychological syndrome of learned helplessness is a uniquely modern phenomenon, and has been applied to a variety of human problems such as inappropriate passivity or demoralization. The best-known application of learned helplessness has been an explanation of depression, although numerous other extensions have been made, most recently to physical illness and death. This timely and valuable work examines learned helplessness with reference to contemporary culture of individuality and personal control.Trade Reviewthe application of the theory to current issues (including depression, academic achievement, and physical well-being) are exciting, thought provoking, and highly relevant * Sally Gever, READINGS: A Journal of Reviews and Commentary on Mental Health *Table of Contents1. Introduction ; 1.1 The Phenomena of Helplessness and Personal Control ; 1.2 The Theory of Learned Helplessness ; 1.3 Three Uses of "Learned Helplessness" ; 1.4 Learned Helplessness: Inward, Downward, and Outward ; 1.5 Why Learned Helplessness Has Been Controversial ; 1.6 Why Learned Helplessness Has Been Popular ; 2. Learned Helplessness in Animals ; 2.1 Learned Helplessness Theory ; 2.2 The Controversy ; 2.3 Contiguity Versus Contingency ; 2.4 Representation and Expectation ; 2.5 What We Know ; 2.6 What We Don't Know ; 3. The Biology of Learned Helplessness ; 3.1 Norepinephrine ; 3.2 Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid ; 3.3 Endogenous Opiates ; 3.4 Transmitters, Neuromodulators, and Hormones ; 3.5 Corticotrophin Releasing Hormone (CRH) ; 3.6 Issues Omitted ; 3.7 What We Know ; 3.8 What We Don't Know ; 4. Learned Helplessness in People ; 4.1 Criteria of Learned Helplessness ; 4.2 Operationalizing Learned Helplessness in the Laboratory ; 4.3 A Meta-Analysis of Human Helplessness Studies ; 4.4 Other Aspects of Human Helplessness ; 4.5 The Generality of Learned Helplessness Among People ; 4.6 Cognition and Self-Report ; 4.7 Other Explanations ; 4.8 What We Know ; 5. The Attributional Reformulation ; 5.1 Historical Background: Attribution Theory and Theorizing ; 5.2 Causal Explanations and Locus of Control ; 5.3 The Reformulated Learned Helplessness Model ; 5.4 Assessing Explanatory Style ; 5.5 Empirical Studies of Explanatory Style ; 5.6 What We Know ; 5.7 What We Don't Know ; 6. Learned Helplessness and Depression ; 6.1 What Is Depression? ; 6.2 The Reformulation of the Learned Helplessness Model of Depression ; 6.3 Modernity and Depression ; 6.4 Controversies ; 6.5 What We Know ; 6.6 What We Don't Know ; 7. Learned Helplessness and Social Problems ; 7.1 Survey of Applications ; 7.2 What We Know ; 7.3 What We Don't Know ; 8. Learned Helplessness and Physical Health ; 8.1 Some Groundrules ; 8.2 Risk Factors for Illness ; 8.3 Mechanisms ; 8.4 Health and Illness in Animals Versus People ; 8.5 What We Know ; 8.6 What We Don't Know ; 9. Epilogue ; 9.1 A Brief History of Choices ; 9.2 The Importance of Control ; 9.3 Learned Helplessness as a Model of Scientific Dispute and Progress ; 9.5 Optimism Institutes

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Book SynopsisNarcissists have been much maligned, but according to clinicians who study personality, there are many productive narcissists who succeed spectacularly well in life because they can articulate a vision and make others follow. Elsa Ronningstam, who has been studying and treating narcissists for 29 years, presents a balanced, comprehensive, and up-to-date review of our understanding of narcissistic personality disorder, explaining the range from personality trait, which can be productive, to full-blown disorder, which can be highly destructive. Through fascinating case histories, Ronningstam shows us the inner life of narcissists, the tug of war that exists within them between self-confidence and arrogance on the one hand and painful shame and insecurity on the other. It is the first integrated clinical and empirical guide to assist clinicians in their work with narcissistic patients.Trade ReviewPersonality disorders, while always discussed and sometimes deferred on Axis II, do exist. Narcissistic personality finally is receiving the attention it deserves with this book. Readers should always be ready to expand their knowledge base with worthwhile information and this book will quite comfortably satisfy that need. * Doody's Journal *Table of Contents1. From myth to personality disorder ; 2. A normal asset with cultural differences ; 3. The origins and scope of narcissistic personality disorder ; 4. Identifying pathological narcissism ; 5. Differentiating pathological narcissism ; 6. Asset or disruption? Narcissism in the workplace ; 7. My way or no way? Narcissism and suicide ; 8. Correction or corrosion? Changes in pathological narcissism ; EPILOGUE

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Book SynopsisWe''ve all felt occasional pangs of shyness and self-consciousness, but for those suffering with social anxiety disorder, the fear of being scrutinized and criticized can reach disabling proportions. Such was the case for Emily Ford, who shares her firsthand experiences in these pages. Emily''s true story of fear, struggle, and ultimate triumph is sure to resonate with other socially anxious teenagers and young adults. Emily''s frank, often witty, sometimes poignant account of how she negotiated all the obstacles of social anxiety--and eventually overcame them with the help of therapy and hard work--makes for compelling reading. Yet this book is more than just a memoir. Emily''s story is coupled with the latest medical and scientific information about the causes, diagnosis, treatment, and self-management of social anxiety disorder (or SAD). Readers will find a wealth of solid advice and genuine inspiration here. In engaging, accessible language--and with the help of psychiatrist MichaeTrade Review"With warmth, candor and insight, this highly gifted young writer shares her personal struggle with a serious yet treatable disorder that is often misdiagnosed and grossly misunderstood. Emily takes the reader along on her courageous journey toward recovery, while offering solid information, help and hope to individuals suffering from social anxiety disorder, as well as to family members and friends who want to help."--Jerilyn Ross, MA, LICSW, Director, The Ross Center for Anxiety & Related Disorders, Washington, DC, and author of Triumph Over Fear"Ford bravely offers an accurate account of the frustrations of Social Anxiety Disorder, and the paths to treatment, including how to navigate the difficulties of the mental health system, how to identify an expert in SAD, and how to make the most of the therapeutic experience. This will be an excellent resource for adolescents, young adults, and their parents."--Dean McKay, PhD, ABPP, Department of Psychology, Fordham University"For anyone who has shouldered the enormous burden of social anxiety disorder, What You Must Think of Me will be a valuable resource. Emily Ford gives her readers a rare glimpse into the tortured world of a young person struggling with SAD-the isolation, the depression, and her eventual triumph over this devastating illness. Her story is one of hope, humor, and an incredible will to survive, and will both inspire and educate readers who will recognize their own struggles within these pages."--Jamie Blyth, author of Fear is No Longer My Reality: How I Overcame Panic and Social Anxiety Disorder- and You Can TooTable of Contents1. Self-Conscious to the nth Degree ; 2. Moving From Dis-ease to Disease ; 3. Not Just Another Shy Teenager ; 4. First Steps Toward Recovery ; 5. A Long Road Filled With Potholes ; 6. Five Days That Changed My Life ; 7. Making Changes and Sticking to Them ; 8. My Life Today, Your Life Tomorrow

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