Psychology Books

Book SynopsisLearn in a week, remember for a lifetime!In just one week, this accessible book will give you knowledge to last forever. End of chapter summaries and multiple choice questions are all designed to help you test your knowledge and gain confidence. So whether you are a student or you simply want to widen your knowledge, you will find this seven-day course a very memorable introduction.Sunday: Learn how humans grow up in and adapt to a social environmentMonday: Discover what emotions are and what affects our state of mindTuesday: Consider why we are motivated to do what we doWednesday: Discover the Buddhist scriptures and learn how they are interpreted today.Thursday: Engage with evolutionary psychology and the role of genes. Think about what intelligence is and how it comes about.Friday: Discover the factors influencing the psychological development of children, adolescents and adults.Saturday: Explore what psychologists do and howTable of Contents : Sunday: Social development and interaction : Monday: Emotions and states of mind : Tuesday: Motivation : Wednesday: Explore cognitive psychology - how the mind and memory work : Thursday: Evolution, genetics, learning and intelligence : Friday: Psychology from childhood to old age : Saturday: Psychological knowledge

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Book SynopsisAre you tired of being told by others--self-help books included--what you should do? Drs. Allan Zuckoff and Bonnie Gorscak understand. That's why this book is different.Trade Review"This brilliant book guides you through a journey of discovery in that most intimate and difficult relationship--the one with yourself. Stories of others who have made the trek illustrate the challenges of being stuck in a problem that seems intractable, the way through the mire, and the joy of emerging on the other side. The book offers not only the promise of change, but also the ability to sustain it."--David B. Rosengren, PhD, Prevention Research Institute "Changing our behaviors is a journey with lots of twists and turns. Including compassionate stories of people facing different challenges and problems, this book guides you to deal with ambivalence, find confidence, overcome false starts, handle well-meaning advice and nagging, and make personally meaningful decisions and plans. It provides great tools for achieving and sustaining changes in your life."--Carlo C. DiClemente, PhD, ABPP, coauthor ofChanging for Good "If you've ever said to yourself, 'I really want to change, but I just can't seem to do it,' you need to read this excellent book. Dr. Zuckoff knows that there are powerful forces within us that can sabotage our good intentions and best-laid plans. He gives you practical, scientifically grounded tools to help you understand why you're spinning your wheels and how to productively work through it."--Henny Westra, PhD, CPsych, Department of Psychology, York University, Canada "A friend suggested that I read this book when she learned I was considering a career change. It provided me with a useful toolkit for considering what I want to do next, based on my own deep-seated interests and visions of my professional life. The concepts and techniques are easy to grasp. Previously, I tried to make difficult decisions by listing the pros and cons--this book offers a more sophisticated and thoughtful approach."--John F. "A lucid roadmap for those struggling to make changes in their lives, this book uses a scientifically proven approach to help you move forward from feeling stuck to creating a plan of action. Written exercises encourage reflection and self-discovery and help you explore your ambivalence, goals, and dilemmas. Superb examples of five easy-to-relate-to people making important changes accompany you through the process."--Holly A. Swartz, MD, Department of Psychiatry, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine “This book is a compassionate companion that helps you draw on your strengths and proceed at your own pace to unlock your capacity for change. It provides a nonjudgmental, step-by-step approach that can lead you to take brave new actions that fulfill your needs."--Nancy K. Grote, PhD, School of Social Work, University of Washington "Plenty of self-help books offer great ideas about how to make changes, but most are missing the most obvious and important ingredient--intrinsic motivation. Decades of research have proven that if we are not internally motivated to change, all the help in the world won't make a difference. Dr. Zuckoff provides the missing link in the world of personal growth. This book is a gem."--Joel Porter, PsyD, Clinical Director, Lives Lived Well, Brisbane, Australia; member, Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) "I am thrilled that MI is now readily accessible to all in a practical, step-by-step format. The book reminds us that the most powerful force for change resides within each of us, and uses thought-provoking exercises to unleash this power. For anyone facing a difficult decision or need for personal change, this book offers a way forward."--Sandy Downey, MS, LPC, psychotherapist, Harrisonburg, Virginia "This book is designed to help you get unstuck from ambivalence and move ahead with positive changes you might choose to make in your life….The authors do not dispense quick tricks or promise to give you something that you lack. Rather they help you find that which you already have within you and draw out your own motivations for and wisdom about change. Change in the face of ambivalence is a very common human predicament. We applaud the authors for translating the science and practice of MI into a useful skills-based book for anyone who wants to find his or her way to change."--from the Foreword by William R. Miller, PhD, and Stephen Rollnick, PhD "The method in this book can fuel the fire of change and help you move from despair to positive action. The exercises are wonderful. The book helped me think differently about a dilemma in my own life, and I found myself reading parts of it to a friend who came to me for advice."--Theresa B. Moyers, PhD, Department of Psychology and Center on Alcoholism, Substance Abuse, and Addictions, University of New Mexico -One of the most empathetic books on the subject of altering behaviors. The authors allow for failures and offer alternatives. Recommended.--Library Journal, 05/15/2015Table of ContentsForeword,William R. Miller & Stephen Rollnick Prelude: Considering Change I. You Don't Have to Change 1. Being Ambivalent 2. The Pressure Paradox 3. The Other Side of the Pressure Paradox II. Do You Want to Change? Can You Change? First Interlude: The Language of Change 4. Exploring the Importance of Change to You 5. Exploring Your Confidence for Change 6. Exploring Your Personal Values Second Interlude: Ready or Not? III. Finding YOUR Way to Change Third Interlude: Planning for Change 7. Developing Your Plan 8. Revisiting, Revising, and Regrouping 9. The Far Side of Change Appendix. The History and Science of Motivational Interviewing Resources

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Book SynopsisTens of thousands of teachers have used this skillfully crafted book to build children's word knowledge with engaging categorization activities organized by spelling stages. Featuring rich classroom examples, the revised and expanded second edition gives increased attention to teaching English learners (ELs), among other enhancements.Trade Review"The second edition highlights Ganske's ‘next-generation’ word study, which strategically integrates academic vocabulary instruction with word study. Ganske provides classroom teachers and specialists with authentic tools and resources for developing students’ knowledge using cognitive engagement, academic conversations, and explicit instruction. Lesson scenarios with accompanying classroom snapshots weave theory into practice, covering the ‘what’, ‘why’, and ‘how’ of effective teaching. Our district is just beginning a deep study of academic language, and I know this book will capably guide us."--Bev Taylor, MSE, K-5 reading specialist, Wasco Elementary School, St. Charles, Illinois "This book continues to be an indispensable professional resource for every elementary teacher and English language instructor. Whether you are a novice or seasoned educator, Ganske provides comprehensive instruction for helping students to discern orthography and vocabulary in greater depth. The SAIL framework, coupled with classroom transcripts, shows how teachers can foster discussion that leads to increased understanding of academic vocabulary and everyday words. The perspectives of several teachers sharing their keen insights and reflections are valuable, as are the book's assessments, suggested games, and sample lessons."--Connie Largent, MS, Principal, Stonegate Elementary School, Zionsville, Indiana "Ganske’s second edition is rich with useful materials to help teachers meet the individual word study needs of their students. Teacher perspectives and examples of teacher–student conversations offer excellent models of high-quality instruction. Time-saving word and picture cards are just right for sorting while engaging students in deep learning about words. The new chapter on English learners and the supplemental online resources are welcome additions, presenting readers with both theoretical and practical insights into helping children learn to read, write, and spell in English.”--Patricia L. Scharer, PhD, Department of Teaching and Learning, The Ohio State University -Table of ContentsI. Setting the Stage 1. Next Generation Word Study 2. Voices on Word Learning and Instruction: Teacher Perspectives and Suggestions 3. Voices on Word Learning and Instruction: Researchers Address English Learners and Effective Interactions II. Word Study for Emergent Learners III. Word Study for Letter Name Spellers IV. Word Study for Within Word Pattern Spellers Appendix A. Assessments and Sample Lessons Appendix B. Performance Records Appendix C. Oh No! Card Game Appendix D. Make-It, Break-It Letter Cards Appendix E. Working with Spanish-Speaking English Learners Appendix F. Templates and Other Materials References Index of Words and Pictures Used in the Sorts

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Book SynopsisTens of thousands of teachers have used this skillfully crafted book to build children's word knowledge with engaging categorization activities organized by spelling stages. Featuring rich classroom examples, the revised and expanded second edition gives increased attention to teaching English learners (ELs), among other enhancements.Trade Review"The second edition highlights Ganske's ‘next-generation’ word study, which strategically integrates academic vocabulary instruction with word study. Ganske provides classroom teachers and specialists with authentic tools and resources for developing students’ knowledge using cognitive engagement, academic conversations, and explicit instruction. Lesson scenarios with accompanying classroom snapshots weave theory into practice, covering the ‘what’, ‘why’, and ‘how’ of effective teaching. Our district is just beginning a deep study of academic language, and I know this book will capably guide us."--Bev Taylor, MSE, K-5 reading specialist, Wasco Elementary School, St. Charles, Illinois "This book continues to be an indispensable professional resource for every elementary teacher and English language instructor. Whether you are a novice or seasoned educator, Ganske provides comprehensive instruction for helping students to discern orthography and vocabulary in greater depth. The SAIL framework, coupled with classroom transcripts, shows how teachers can foster discussion that leads to increased understanding of academic vocabulary and everyday words. The perspectives of several teachers sharing their keen insights and reflections are valuable, as are the book's assessments, suggested games, and sample lessons."--Connie Largent, MS, Principal, Stonegate Elementary School, Zionsville, Indiana "Ganske’s second edition is rich with useful materials to help teachers meet the individual word study needs of their students. Teacher perspectives and examples of teacher–student conversations offer excellent models of high-quality instruction. Time-saving word and picture cards are just right for sorting while engaging students in deep learning about words. The new chapter on English learners and the supplemental online resources are welcome additions, presenting readers with both theoretical and practical insights into helping children learn to read, write, and spell in English.”--Patricia L. Scharer, PhD, Department of Teaching and Learning, The Ohio State University -Table of ContentsI. Setting the Stage 1. Next Generation Word Study 2. Voices on Word Learning and Instruction: Teacher Perspectives and Suggestions 3. Voices on Word Learning and Instruction: Researchers Address English Learners and Effective Interactions II. Word Study for Emergent Learners III. Word Study for Letter Name Spellers IV. Word Study for Within Word Pattern Spellers Appendix A. Assessments and Sample Lessons Appendix B. Performance Records Appendix C. Oh No! Card Game Appendix D. Make-It, Break-It Letter Cards Appendix E. Working with Spanish-Speaking English Learners Appendix F. Templates and Other Materials References Index of Words and Pictures Used in the Sorts

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Book SynopsisThis accessible text provides a roadmap for producing a high-quality literature review--an integral part of a successful thesis, dissertation, term paper, or grant proposal. Each step of searching for, evaluating, analyzing, and synthesizing prior studies is clearly explained and accompanied by user-friendly suggestions, organizational tips, vignettes, and examples of student work. Also featured are excerpts from peer-reviewed quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods articles. This is the first book to focus on crafting different types of reviews (systematic, traditionalânarrative, or hermeneuticâphenomenological) that reflect the writer's research question, methodological choices, and approaches to knowledge. It describes what all reviews have in common and highlights distinct characteristics of each type. The book includes dos and don'ts for evaluating studies and constructing an argument, and software suggestions for locating, organizing, and arranging sources. PedagoTrade Review"The clarity of the text is a strength. The tables and examples of various orientations and approaches are very helpful, especially if students have heard critical comments about other academic areas’ research methods. The chapter on developing arguments and supporting claims (which includes common mistakes to avoid) is particularly instructive. I plan to begin using the book immediately--it is thorough, well written, and will be meaningful to graduate students and professionals.”--Marsha Harman, PhD, Psychology Program, Sam Houston State University "This text adds a unique approach to writing the literature review; it is the only book on the topic that I have seen that connects the review to different research designs. As evidenced by the stories and scenarios throughout the book, it takes a learner-centered approach. I appreciate the use of graphic organizers as well as the chapter summaries in the form of numbered lists.”--Joyce Pittman, PhD, School of Education, Drexel University "This is a wonderful book that is a very user-friendly and effective tool to teach students how to complete a professional literature review. It is easy to follow and targeted toward readers at all academic levels. Each chapter contains simply stated content and great examples, templates, checklists, and group exercises. The checklists and group exercises will be particularly useful to incorporate into in-class work to strengthen student learning.”--Kelli Larsen, PhD, Department of Social Work, Marshall University "This is exactly the book my colleagues and I have been looking for. It thoroughly covers the processes that are important for students to grasp in conducting their literature reviews. Using this book will enable students to produce more rigorous and informed literature reviews than the basic summaries I often see. I like the figures that present information in a visual form as well as the ample examples, which set this book apart."--Stephanie J. Jones, EdD, College of Education, Texas Tech University "A comprehensive, step-to-step guide, this book will be highly useful for master’s and doctoral students in social sciences and education. Students may feel intimidated by the task of writing a literature review, assuming they should already know how to do it and therefore not asking for guidance. The book could be used as a main textbook in academic writing classes or a supplementary source in research classes. It covers both fundamental issues, such as what a literature review is and what it is not, and more sophisticated topics--for example, the author’s voice and positionality, and the importance of revision."--Maja Miskovic, PhD, Professor of Research and Executive Director, Division of Research and Doctoral Programs, Concordia University Chicago -Sometimes, wishful thinking comes too late in life….This easy-to-read, user-friendly book with step-by-step guides would have made an excellent companion for my experiences, both as a research writer and as an instructor….Efron and Ravid, like trailblazers and guides, have mapped out the whole process of research writing in easy steps in their book, Writing the Literature Review--making it easier and more comprehensible for researchers. They have defined parameters of each and every step of the journey….There is an abundance of information out there on literature review writing, but Efron and Ravid's book…is more distinct and conspicuous from the rest because of the simplicity with which this book is developed. I would highly recommend this easy-to-read book to all the instructors who teach Research Writing courses, and to all the graduate and doctoral students who are venturing out on their journey of the literature review writing processes.--Inquiry in Education, 4/1/2019Table of Contents1. What Is a Literature Review? 2. Different Orientations to a Literature Review 3. Choosing a Review Topic and Formulating a Research Question 4. Locating and Organizing Research Sources 5. Selecting, Analyzing, and Keeping Notes of Sources 6. Evaluating Research Articles 7. Structuring and Organizing the Literature Review 8. Developing Arguments and Supporting Claims 9. Synthesizing and Interpreting the Literature 10. The Writer Voice and the Writing Process 11. Acknowledging Sources: Citations, Quotations, and Plagiarism 12. Putting It All Together References Index

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Book SynopsisProfessor Peyton Wilde has an enviable life teaching sociology at an idyllic liberal arts college--yet she is troubled by a sense of fading inspiration. One day an invitation arrives. Peyton has been selected to attend a luxurious all-expense-paid seminar in Iceland, where participants, billed as some of the greatest thinkers in the world, will be charged with answering one perplexing question. Meeting her diverse teammates--two neuroscientists, a philosopher, a dance teacher, a collage artist, and a farmer--Peyton wonders what she could ever have to contribute. The ensuing journey of discovery will transform the characters' work, their biases, and themselves. This suspenseful novel shows that the answers you seek can be found in the most unlikely places. It can be read for pleasure, is a great choice for book clubs, and can be used as unique and inspiring reading in qualitative research and other courses in education, sociology, social work, psychology, and communication.Trade Review"I just finished reading this breathtaking book in one sitting, pausing only for a much-resented phone call interruption. This is the perfect book for first-year students for so many reasons. It's a story about arriving at a place that you think is awesome but possibly too big for you, judging everyone's outsides against your insides, and finding the power of community, context, and perspective. It's about becoming more aware of how you typically understand (or misunderstand) others--and learning to listen, to tolerate uncertainty, and to try new things (some of which won't work). This is a sensational book that should be everyone's freshman read."--Eve Spangler, PhD, Department of Sociology, Boston College "Spark shows how we can think differently yet connect through understanding. Reading about a group of people with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints who come together as the story unfolds is captivating in such a polarizing time. Leavy’s characters and their journey show that sometimes the question is more important than the answer. This novel truly has something for everyone."--Corey P., undergraduate, Fairfield University "This compelling, highly original novel from an internationally renowned sociologist and author brings us to a meeting of people with radically different perspectives and life experiences who are asked to collaboratively answer a question. We eavesdrop on their lively discussions, explore the beauty of Iceland with them, cheer as we see them help each other conquer personal fears, and rejoice as they bond into a caring community. People with very different ideas can learn to learn and care for each other. Kindness matters. We need each other’s ways of knowing. Spark is perfect for any group--class, family, community--where differences need to be respected and commonalities affirmed. If I ran the world, I would make this book required reading."--Laurel Richardson, PhD, author of Seven Minutes from Home; Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Sociology, The Ohio State University "Leavy’s work has profoundly affected the graduate students in my program. Spark will surely have a deep impact. I can think of no better way to launch discussions about the research process, and to expose students to fiction as a social research practice. I was captivated throughout as I, too, pursued an answer to 'the question.' Spark is brimming with insightful reflections, not only about research, but also about life. I plan to use it in all of my research courses as a required text."--Ricardo D. Rosa, PhD, School of Education, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth “Patricia Leavy’s Spark is, you guessed it, a story that you can’t put down, so plan on staying up until you finish. The novel shares an incredible story of difference, purpose, friendship, and collaboration during a life-changing seminar in Iceland. One of Leavy’s many talents is transporting her readers to a place. She is adept at creating a book that captures both the essence of place and the humanity of the lived experience. I won’t give away the ending, but I will say this: read this book. You’ll think about it for the rest of your life--it’s that good."--Jessie Voigts, PhD, Publisher, WanderingEducators.com "Award-winning author Patricia Leavy has done it again--written an arts-based research novel that I couldn’t put down! Amid breathtaking Icelandic landscapes, the characters and the challenge they are grappling with come to life. This book should be used in sociology, psychology, communication, and other classrooms, touching on themes including methodology, small groups, diversity, and leadership. Students will love Leavy’s creativity, skill in character development, and ability to take them where they may not have previously journeyed, both geographically and interpersonally. Thought-provoking, intriguing, and clever, Spark left me wanting to live in the world that Leavy has created--a world of beauty and possibility."--Robin Patric Clair, PhD, author of Zombie Seed and the Butterfly Blues; Department of Communication, Purdue University "This intriguing novel illuminates the blinding force of presumptions--about one’s own capacities, about other people, and, not least, about the 'requirements' of legitimate intellectual inquiry. Perhaps more fundamentally, it is about the possibility of transcending oneself, seeing people for who they truly are, and thinking beyond disciplinary silos. By freeing the creative imagination from its too-tight borders with the help--and even love--of others, this novel suggests, we can fashion new worlds of meaning and value."--Mark Freeman, PhD, Distinguished Professor of Ethics and Society, College of the Holy Cross "I have often utilized Leavy’s books in my graduate social work courses. The characters in her novels expand the thought processes of new social workers on topics related to race, sexuality, and privilege. Spark has surpassed expectations. One of the strengths of this novel is how it promotes conversations about intersectionality as it relates to privilege. I am eager to share this remarkable work with my students."--Renita M. Davis, LICSW, Interim Chair, Troy University School of Social Work "Delightful and thought provoking, Spark is a compelling read, whether in or out of the classroom. The novel follows the meeting of a very diverse group of people, with very different opinions and ideas of the world. It’s through these characters and ideas that Leavy encourages the reader to leave all biases at the door."--Taylor D., undergraduate, Raritan Valley Community College "Leavy brings all of her creativity, craft, and insight to a novel that not only is an enjoyable read but also truly sparks layers of meaningful conversations. A diverse cast of characters is brought together to dive into answering one question. Through this process, readers are invited to explore the intellectual terrain of their own assumptions and biases. What is significant about Spark is how it so beautifully brings each character--and reader--to comprehend how we all arrive at answers that truly matter. Here is a novel that can accompany any class in research methods; it is exemplary of what it means to be multi- and transdisciplinary while celebrating each approach with deep respect. Be prepared to have your ideas spark and grow!"--Celeste Snowber, PhD, Faculty of Education, Simon Fraser University, British Columbia, Canada “In this clever and captivating novel, Leavy shows us how a research project is collaboratively developed from the spark of an idea to research purpose to execution. This is more than a textbook--it is the story of how a group of artists and intellectuals with different skills become a cohesive research team. They must learn how to work with their differences and across research paradigms to see new ways of thinking and to trust in the research process. Spark represents the best of arts-based research from a master of fiction-as-research-method. I will be teaching this book in my undergraduate and graduate classes."--Sandra L. Faulkner, PhD, Professor of Communication and Director of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, Bowling Green State University "Leavy, one of the leading voices in arts-based research methods, has penned an engaging novel that illustrates for new scholars the different ways that diverse people come to understand the world--and understand it together. Spark does as its title suggests, kindling readers’ openness to other people, other ideas, other ways of seeing and being. Modern societies need this skill set more than ever. Through archetypal characters you’ll recognize--either in yourself or in people you have met and worked with--and a richly described setting at once alien and familiar, Leavy teaches key research processes that might be used to tackle even seemingly intractable problems. Students will find the novel to be a gentle, entertaining introduction to the research mindset, with vivid characters, dialogue, and scenes that can serve as springboards for deeper, more grounded discussions than those afforded by a traditional textbook. The suggestions for creative writing, classroom use, and research activities provide hours of follow-up opportunities to help turn the novel’s spark into a burning excitement for cooperative research."--Marcus B. Weaver-Hightower, PhD, Professor of Educational Foundations and Research, University of North Dakota "A thoroughly enjoyable and thoughtful read! Seven brilliant thinkers from diverse disciplines and countries have just five days to answer a deceptively simple question. This beautifully written novel, set in Iceland’s magical landscape, draws readers into a puzzle the group must solve, while simultaneously exploring characters’ personal struggles. The gradual peeling back of layers, intriguing premise, realistic dialogue, and abundant food for thought make Spark not only a page turner, but also an intellectual treasure that will stick with me."--Christine Sleeter, PhD, author of The Inheritance; Professor Emerita, College of Professional Studies, California State University, Monterey Bay -Spark by Patricia Leavy is a buoyant social research novel about collaboration and creativity….Spark is an innovative work of social fiction that offers attentive and relatable insights into the motivations for and challenges of designing and doing research. This novel opens up the complexities of undertaking mixed method, participatory, and interdisciplinary research through key characters' motivations, expertise, and points of view. Spark will help teachers to engage and challenge their students in the classroom to actively consider the nuances of epistemological tensions and paradigm debates. For those interested in engaging fiction in their research, through writing or literary analysis, Spark is an excellent example of how to bring social research and fiction together in a creative, lively, and poetic way. Leavy skillfully exercises literary devices, most notably characterization and the use of recurrent motifs, to progress what social fiction can achieve as its own developed form of sociological analysis. Spark contributes to the development of social fiction and fiction-based inquiry as more than a novel tool for illustrating the results of 'real' research.--The Qualitative Report, 06/03/2019ƒƒ[A book] that will actually be read, that will be learned from, that will change minds, that will make a difference. Leavy's writing and advocacy has completely changed the publishing landscape for those who do this work. Spark presents academic ideas at their most accessible: a book that anyone who has a propensity for thinking might enjoy, while drawing attention to some of the crucial issues of our time, for academia and for the world.--Art/Research International, 08/01/2019ƒƒFor those interested in the role of fiction in social science, or who undertake and teach interdisciplinary and mixed methods research, this novel will be a valuable addition….Leavy's pioneering engagement with arts-based research means her creative skills are well developed in scholarly and artistic terms. Her extensive methodological work, as well as her broader feminist sociological scholarship, provides a rich foundation for the narrative….Spark offers important insights into the challenges and possibilities of collaborative, participatory, interdisciplinary, and mixed-methods projects. The emphasis in the final chapters and the accompanying prompts for further engagement make this text highly usable for teaching undergraduate students, particularly in social research methods courses.--Cultural Sociology, 08/26/2019Table of ContentsContents.

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Book SynopsisAcclaimed for helping novice behavioral scientists hit the ground running as producers of meaningful research, this text now has been extensively revised with more than 50% new material, including current guidance on open science; transparency; replication; and quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods reporting standards. The book provides the conceptual knowledge and practical skills needed to bridge the gap between introductory research design and analysis courses and execution of an independent study. In a candid, conversational style, Rex B. Kline guides the reader to choose appropriate research designs and analysis options; avoid common fallacies in interpreting the outcomes of statistical tests; make informed measurement choices; screen data for problems that could yield inaccurate results; and craft effective theses, journal articles, and presentations. Revised pedagogical features include engaging examples from published studies and student theses, as well as end-Trade Review"This book is perfect for upper-level undergraduate or graduate-level thesis students. Kline takes the next step in treating psychology as a science. He argues for thoughtful, rigorous, and transparent research, because it will make our knowledge base more reproducible. He argues for effect size estimation taking precedence over significance testing, because a mature science asks not 'Yes or no?,' but rather 'How much?' I know of no other intermediate-level text that places front and center the need to register and replicate research, to prepare reports using disciplinary guidelines, and to share data. It is wonderful to see these developments making their way into a text meant to teach the fundamentals of research design and analysis. This is truly a new book for a new time."--Harris M. Cooper, PhD, Hugo L. Blomquist Professor, Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, Duke University “An outstanding book is now even better! In the decade since the first edition, we’ve seen the replication crisis and, in reply, the rise of open science. Researchers now need a deep understanding of preregistration, replication, the new statistics, the dangers of p hacking, and much, much more. Kline once again speaks with great authority and clarity in providing the ideal guide for beginning researchers finding their way in a rapidly changing research world. Every graduate student and postdoc in psychology needs this book as a constant companion. It will also be of great value for education and other social and behavioral sciences."--Geoff Cumming, DPhil, Professor Emeritus, School of Psychology and Public Health, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia “This book is different in that it bridges the gap between how research methods are traditionally taught and how they are put into practice. As such, it can help researchers apply the concepts they are learning about. I applaud the updated coverage of qualitative studies and the practical information about what researchers should know about significance testing. This information fills in concepts that are sometimes missing in graduate research education.”--Julie Peterson Combs, EdD, Department of Educational Leadership, Sam Houston State University “Kline’s writing is excellent and entertaining. In the second edition, the chapter on research crises is excellent and much needed, and the open-science chapter provides great database resources for students. I use this book as a supplemental text in my classes and recommend it to colleagues."--Craig D. Marker, PhD, Department of Clinical Psychology, Mercer University “This excellent resource supports students' evolving understanding of the planning, implementation, and analysis of independent research. For example, the chapter on analysis leads readers through a step-by-step process of thinking about their data. I recommend Kline’s book for both class use and independent honors, master’s thesis, and dissertation guidance. It is a 'must read' for my students at all levels."--Diana P. F. Montague, PhD, Department of Psychology, La Salle University-This book represents an insightful perspective on many topics related to beginning a behavioral science research career….The domain of behavioral science is expanding to data science, big data, and data analytics, artificial intelligence, and the behavior of machines. Kline focuses on many issues that are central to psychology, as well as other disciplines….The book showcases the author's depth of understanding of many aspects of behavioral science research as well as expertise reflected in his research and publications. Kline authoritatively presents a well-organized review and analysis of important issues in behavioral science research.--Family and Consumer Research Journal, 9/1/2020ƒƒAn extremely flexible resource that can be used in a variety of classes….Because of Kline's wonderfully comprehensive work, the book is an easy reference for all researchers looking for more modern approaches to research design and analysis. Even the most informed psychologist is likely to learn something by reading this book....A superb resource for students and teachers alike....It would enhance any psychology curriculum and help the students of today become first-rate researchers of tomorrow. (on the first edition)--PsycCRITIQUES, 6/1/2009ƒƒThis could easily be a standalone book for a course or seminar as well as a supplemental text for any graduate or advanced level course in research methods....I love this book. (on the first edition)--Doody's Review Service, 2/20/2009ƒƒRecommended. Graduate students through researchers and faculty. (on the first edition)--Choice Reviews, 2/3/2009Table of ContentsI. Promise and Problems 1. Introduction 2. Research Trinity: Design, Measurement, and Analysis 3. Crises II. Remedies 4. Reporting Standards: Quantitative, Qualitative, and Mixed Methods Research 5. Open Science 6. Statistics Reform Appendix 6.A. Significance Testing Glossary 7. Effect Size Appendix 7.A. Source Tables for Two Factorial Examples 8. Psychometrics III. Skills 9. Practical Data Analysis 10. Writing 11. Presentations Appendix 11.A. Example Thesis Student Slideshow Appendix 11.B. Example Handout

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Book SynopsisThis clear, no-nonsense book guides current and future teachers through the concepts, tools, methods, and goals of classroom literacy assessment. The expert authors examine the roles of formative, summative, and benchmark assessments; demystify state and national tests and standards; and show how assessment can seamlessly inform instruction. Strategies for evaluating, choosing, and interpreting assessments are discussed, as are ways to communicate data to parents and administrators. User-friendly resources include boxed vignettes from teachers and researchers, practical assessment tips (and traps to avoid), and 12 reproducible planning forms and handouts. Purchasers get access to a Web page where they can download and print the reproducible materials in a convenient 8 1/2 x 11 size.Trade Review"Assessment Literacy is more than just a guide--it’s a mindset change. The book reframes assessment as 'story' and helped me find a more comfortable stepping-in point for using assessments as a tool for (and with) instruction. Classroom teachers who want assessments to mean more than just scores on summative tests will benefit from the myriad options shared. From organizers to rubrics, the authors offer examples across multiple disciplines as well as tools that can be modified for different purposes, with tips on how to avoid the tricks and traps along the way."--Melissa Provost, MSEd, English/language arts teacher, Portsmouth Middle School, New Hampshire "Beginning with the idea that the Latin root of assessment means 'to sit,' Wolsey, Lenski, and Grisham pull up a chair and provide readers a more humane, productive vision of teaching, learning, and, yes, assessment. Peppered with stories and strategies from other educators, Assessment Literacy pivots the conversation away from judgment about what students cannot do. Instead, it demonstrates a holistic approach informed by what students can do. This book leads us toward more sustainable, substantive assessment practices that are applicable to all literacy classrooms."--Troy Hicks, PhD, Department of Teacher Education and Professional Development, Central Michigan University "Assessment Literacy is that rare professional book that both enlightens and entertains. While comprehensive, it is accessible to a wide variety of preservice and inservice teachers and administrators. The book is truly a pleasure to read (when was the last time you heard that word linked to assessment?). The authors demystify assessment and empower teachers to utilize it as a meaningful tool for learning, rather than a dreaded task to endure. In an era when assessment and evaluation are sometimes used as a cudgel against, or a carrot for, teachers, this book offers a wise, compassionate view of the story that students, parents, and teachers can co-create through masterful assessment.”--Judith Dunkerly-Bean, PhD, Elementary Education Program Director, Department of Teaching and Learning, Old Dominion University “This book is important for all teachers, whether new teachers or veterans. It is written in conversational language and provides ideas that can be implemented in the classroom without a lot of effort. The rubrics and guides are simple to use and can be adapted to any classroom at any level (including adult education). As teachers, we need to realize how urgently our students need feedback to stay engaged, to learn, and to develop the desire to learn more. However, our feedback must be positive, relevant, and formative.”--Paula Dreyfuss, MSEd, teacher, Vista Unified School District, California “An easy-to-read guide to what teachers need to know about the literacy assessment process, the book is filled with examples of dialogue and models of assessment that speak directly to the preservice or practicing teacher. It builds the teacher’s knowledge about the importance of assessment used in the service of student learning. Numerous examples demonstrate how to implement meaningful formative literacy assessments that deepen learning for elementary and secondary students.”--Linda Smetana, EdD, Department of Educational Psychology, California State University, East Bay-Table of Contents1. Assessment Tells a Story 2. How Do I Know What to Assess? 3. Day-by-Day Teaching with Assessment 4. The Bond between Instruction and Assessment: The DNA of the Classroom 5. Artifacts and Tools for Assessment 6. How Do I Improve My Use of Assessment Strategies? 7. What Does This Assessment Information Mean to Me? 8. How Do I Communicate with Others about Assessment Information? 9. The Assessment Story: Learning from the Past, Looking to the Future Appendix A. Assessing the Assessments: Gathering Information and Evidence Appendix B. Assessing the Assessments: Interpreting and Analyzing Assessment Data Appendix C. Assessing the Assessments: Quality Appendix D. Assessing the Assessments: Documenting and Record Keeping Appendix E. Cumulative Feedback Table

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Book SynopsisThis clear, no-nonsense book guides current and future teachers through the concepts, tools, methods, and goals of classroom literacy assessment. The expert authors examine the roles of formative, summative, and benchmark assessments; demystify state and national tests and standards; and show how assessment can seamlessly inform instruction. Strategies for evaluating, choosing, and interpreting assessments are discussed, as are ways to communicate data to parents and administrators. User-friendly resources include boxed vignettes from teachers and researchers, practical assessment tips (and traps to avoid), and 12 reproducible planning forms and handouts. Purchasers get access to a Web page where they can download and print the reproducible materials in a convenient 8 1/2 x 11 size.Trade Review"Assessment Literacy is more than just a guide--it’s a mindset change. The book reframes assessment as 'story' and helped me find a more comfortable stepping-in point for using assessments as a tool for (and with) instruction. Classroom teachers who want assessments to mean more than just scores on summative tests will benefit from the myriad options shared. From organizers to rubrics, the authors offer examples across multiple disciplines as well as tools that can be modified for different purposes, with tips on how to avoid the tricks and traps along the way."--Melissa Provost, MSEd, English/language arts teacher, Portsmouth Middle School, New Hampshire "Beginning with the idea that the Latin root of assessment means 'to sit,' Wolsey, Lenski, and Grisham pull up a chair and provide readers a more humane, productive vision of teaching, learning, and, yes, assessment. Peppered with stories and strategies from other educators, Assessment Literacy pivots the conversation away from judgment about what students cannot do. Instead, it demonstrates a holistic approach informed by what students can do. This book leads us toward more sustainable, substantive assessment practices that are applicable to all literacy classrooms."--Troy Hicks, PhD, Department of Teacher Education and Professional Development, Central Michigan University "Assessment Literacy is that rare professional book that both enlightens and entertains. While comprehensive, it is accessible to a wide variety of preservice and inservice teachers and administrators. The book is truly a pleasure to read (when was the last time you heard that word linked to assessment?). The authors demystify assessment and empower teachers to utilize it as a meaningful tool for learning, rather than a dreaded task to endure. In an era when assessment and evaluation are sometimes used as a cudgel against, or a carrot for, teachers, this book offers a wise, compassionate view of the story that students, parents, and teachers can co-create through masterful assessment.”--Judith Dunkerly-Bean, PhD, Elementary Education Program Director, Department of Teaching and Learning, Old Dominion University “This book is important for all teachers, whether new teachers or veterans. It is written in conversational language and provides ideas that can be implemented in the classroom without a lot of effort. The rubrics and guides are simple to use and can be adapted to any classroom at any level (including adult education). As teachers, we need to realize how urgently our students need feedback to stay engaged, to learn, and to develop the desire to learn more. However, our feedback must be positive, relevant, and formative.”--Paula Dreyfuss, MSEd, teacher, Vista Unified School District, California “An easy-to-read guide to what teachers need to know about the literacy assessment process, the book is filled with examples of dialogue and models of assessment that speak directly to the preservice or practicing teacher. It builds the teacher’s knowledge about the importance of assessment used in the service of student learning. Numerous examples demonstrate how to implement meaningful formative literacy assessments that deepen learning for elementary and secondary students.”--Linda Smetana, EdD, Department of Educational Psychology, California State University, East Bay-Table of Contents1. Assessment Tells a Story 2. How Do I Know What to Assess? 3. Day-by-Day Teaching with Assessment 4. The Bond between Instruction and Assessment: The DNA of the Classroom 5. Artifacts and Tools for Assessment 6. How Do I Improve My Use of Assessment Strategies? 7. What Does This Assessment Information Mean to Me? 8. How Do I Communicate with Others about Assessment Information? 9. The Assessment Story: Learning from the Past, Looking to the Future Appendix A. Assessing the Assessments: Gathering Information and Evidence Appendix B. Assessing the Assessments: Interpreting and Analyzing Assessment Data Appendix C. Assessing the Assessments: Quality Appendix D. Assessing the Assessments: Documenting and Record Keeping Appendix E. Cumulative Feedback Table

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Book SynopsisThis authoritative text and practitioner resource has now been extensively revised and expanded with 70% new material covering new topics and standards in literacy leadership. Prominent experts present research-based methods for improving instruction, assessment, and professional learning experiences in PreK-12. The distinct roles of teachers, reading/literacy specialists, literacy coaches, special educators, and principals are explored, with an emphasis on fostering a culture of collaboration. Chapters highlight the standards that apply to each component of a schoolwide literacy program, give examples of what they look like in schools, and share implications for classroom practice and professional learning. Pedagogical features include guiding questions, case examples, vignettes, engagement activities, and annotated resources for further learning. New to This Edition *Now copublished with the International Literacy Association (ILA) and grounded in ILA's updated Trade Review"Swan Dagen and Bean have put together the definitive book on literacy leadership. The book explains the key roles of formal and informal leaders in initiating, supporting, and sustaining instructional improvement. It provides educators with powerful, research-based ways to enhance literacy learning for all students. The second edition explicitly recognizes that literacy instruction is an important part of children's entire educational trajectory--from PreK through the secondary grades--and features new chapters on issues and challenges at different levels of the system. It also presents a deeper treatment of the culturally diverse children served in our nation’s schools. This book should be required reading in teacher preparation, teacher leadership, literacy specialist, and school leadership programs."--Cynthia E. Coburn, PhD, School of Education and Social Policy, Northwestern University "Each chapter in the second edition takes a close look at an essential topic through the lens of the literacy leader, using ILA's Standards 2017 as an anchor. Readers will be active from the start as they work their way through guiding questions, case examples, and engagement activities. This is my text of choice for learners in my graduate Leadership and Literacy course!"--Bethanie C. Pletcher, EdD, Department of Curriculum, Instruction, and Learning Sciences, Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi "The go-to resource for today’s increasingly diverse schools and classrooms. This book is required reading for educators seeking to improve their understanding of the complex and nuanced roles of literacy leaders and to enact change in their school contexts. Written in an accessible style, the second edition covers hot topics ranging from culturally responsive instruction to literacy leadership in the digital age. Highly recommended!"--Evan Ortlieb, PhD, School of Education, St. John’s University "This stimulating, timely, and actionable book is a 'must read.' Swan Dagen and Bean’s fully revised second edition will inspire and aid countless literacy specialists, coaches, principals, classroom teachers, and teacher educators, guiding them wisely toward improving students' literacy learning."--Patricia A. Edwards, PhD, Department of Teacher Education, Michigan State University; past president, International Literacy Association-Table of ContentsI. Roles 1. Literacy Leadership in a Culture of Collaboration, Rita M. Bean 2. Teachers as Literacy Leaders, Allison Swan Dagen, Aimee Morewood, & Christina Glance - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Katy Carroll) 3. The Reading/Literacy Specialist: Still a Multifaceted Role, Rita M. Bean - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Susan Porter) 4. Literacy Coaches as Literacy Leaders, Jacy Ippolito & Joanna Lieberman - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Michael P. Henry) 5. The Principal’s Role in Literacy Leadership, Lori Helman & Katie Pekel - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Melissa Sonnek) 6. PreK-12 Literacy Programs: Moving from Curriculum to Collaboration to Collective Efficacy, Sharon Walpole & Megan N. Vitale II. Program Development, Implementation, and Evaluation 7. Using Literacy Assessment to Improve Student Learning, Virginia Goatley, Cheryl Dozier, & Jaime Puccioni 8. PreK/Primary Schoolwide Literacy Programs, Anne McGill-Franzen & Natalia Ward 9. Literacy Leadership in the Elementary/Intermediate School Reading Program, Janice A. Dole, Sheree E. Springer, & Kerry A. Herman 10. Middle and High School Literacy Programs: Attending to Both Instructional and Organizational Challenges, Jacy Ippolito, Christina L. Dobbs, & Megin Charner-Laird 11. Differentiated Literacy Instruction, Jennifer Jones Powell, Lisa Aker, & Heidi Anne E. Mesmer - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Sheri Vasinda) 12. Fostering Effective Writing Instruction across the Grades, Sarah J. McCarthey & Carrie L. James - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Mellinee Lesley) 13. Literacy and Leadership in the Digital Age, Jill Castek & Carolyn B. Gwinn - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Justin Aglio) III. Contexts of Schooling 14. Literacy Leadership in Special Education, Donna M. Scanlon, Virginia Goatley, & Kathleen Spring 15. Culturally Responsive Literacy Instruction, Doris Walker-Dalhouse & Victoria J. Risko - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Valerie Kinloch) 16. Academic Language and Literacy Development for English Learners, MaryEllen Vogt - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Celia Banks) 17. Developing Effective Home–School Literacy Partnerships, Jeanne R. Paratore, Lilly M. Steiner, & Susan Dougherty - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Shawna Zervos) 18. Enactment of Reading Policy: Leading and Learning for Literacy and Equity, Sarah L. Woulfin & Britney Jones - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Sean Kottke) 19. Sustaining Literacy Practices That Transform Teaching and Learning, Lori DiGisi, Julie Meltzer, Lynn Schade, & Stephanie Maze-Hsu 20. Schools as Places of Learning: The Powerful Role of Literacy Leaders, Allison Swan Dagen & Rita M. Bean Index

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Book SynopsisThis authoritative text and practitioner resource has now been extensively revised and expanded with 70% new material covering new topics and standards in literacy leadership. Prominent experts present research-based methods for improving instruction, assessment, and professional learning experiences in PreK-12. The distinct roles of teachers, reading/literacy specialists, literacy coaches, special educators, and principals are explored, with an emphasis on fostering a culture of collaboration. Chapters highlight the standards that apply to each component of a schoolwide literacy program, give examples of what they look like in schools, and share implications for classroom practice and professional learning. Pedagogical features include guiding questions, case examples, vignettes, engagement activities, and annotated resources for further learning. New to This Edition *Now copublished with the International Literacy Association (ILA) and grounded in ILA's updated Trade Review"Swan Dagen and Bean have put together the definitive book on literacy leadership. The book explains the key roles of formal and informal leaders in initiating, supporting, and sustaining instructional improvement. It provides educators with powerful, research-based ways to enhance literacy learning for all students. The second edition explicitly recognizes that literacy instruction is an important part of children's entire educational trajectory--from PreK through the secondary grades--and features new chapters on issues and challenges at different levels of the system. It also presents a deeper treatment of the culturally diverse children served in our nation’s schools. This book should be required reading in teacher preparation, teacher leadership, literacy specialist, and school leadership programs."--Cynthia E. Coburn, PhD, School of Education and Social Policy, Northwestern University "Each chapter in the second edition takes a close look at an essential topic through the lens of the literacy leader, using ILA's Standards 2017 as an anchor. Readers will be active from the start as they work their way through guiding questions, case examples, and engagement activities. This is my text of choice for learners in my graduate Leadership and Literacy course!"--Bethanie C. Pletcher, EdD, Department of Curriculum, Instruction, and Learning Sciences, Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi "The go-to resource for today’s increasingly diverse schools and classrooms. This book is required reading for educators seeking to improve their understanding of the complex and nuanced roles of literacy leaders and to enact change in their school contexts. Written in an accessible style, the second edition covers hot topics ranging from culturally responsive instruction to literacy leadership in the digital age. Highly recommended!"--Evan Ortlieb, PhD, School of Education, St. John’s University "This stimulating, timely, and actionable book is a 'must read.' Swan Dagen and Bean’s fully revised second edition will inspire and aid countless literacy specialists, coaches, principals, classroom teachers, and teacher educators, guiding them wisely toward improving students' literacy learning."--Patricia A. Edwards, PhD, Department of Teacher Education, Michigan State University; past president, International Literacy Association-Table of ContentsI. Roles 1. Literacy Leadership in a Culture of Collaboration, Rita M. Bean 2. Teachers as Literacy Leaders, Allison Swan Dagen, Aimee Morewood, & Christina Glance - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Katy Carroll) 3. The Reading/Literacy Specialist: Still a Multifaceted Role, Rita M. Bean - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Susan Porter) 4. Literacy Coaches as Literacy Leaders, Jacy Ippolito & Joanna Lieberman - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Michael P. Henry) 5. The Principal’s Role in Literacy Leadership, Lori Helman & Katie Pekel - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Melissa Sonnek) 6. PreK-12 Literacy Programs: Moving from Curriculum to Collaboration to Collective Efficacy, Sharon Walpole & Megan N. Vitale II. Program Development, Implementation, and Evaluation 7. Using Literacy Assessment to Improve Student Learning, Virginia Goatley, Cheryl Dozier, & Jaime Puccioni 8. PreK/Primary Schoolwide Literacy Programs, Anne McGill-Franzen & Natalia Ward 9. Literacy Leadership in the Elementary/Intermediate School Reading Program, Janice A. Dole, Sheree E. Springer, & Kerry A. Herman 10. Middle and High School Literacy Programs: Attending to Both Instructional and Organizational Challenges, Jacy Ippolito, Christina L. Dobbs, & Megin Charner-Laird 11. Differentiated Literacy Instruction, Jennifer Jones Powell, Lisa Aker, & Heidi Anne E. Mesmer - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Sheri Vasinda) 12. Fostering Effective Writing Instruction across the Grades, Sarah J. McCarthey & Carrie L. James - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Mellinee Lesley) 13. Literacy and Leadership in the Digital Age, Jill Castek & Carolyn B. Gwinn - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Justin Aglio) III. Contexts of Schooling 14. Literacy Leadership in Special Education, Donna M. Scanlon, Virginia Goatley, & Kathleen Spring 15. Culturally Responsive Literacy Instruction, Doris Walker-Dalhouse & Victoria J. Risko - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Valerie Kinloch) 16. Academic Language and Literacy Development for English Learners, MaryEllen Vogt - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Celia Banks) 17. Developing Effective Home–School Literacy Partnerships, Jeanne R. Paratore, Lilly M. Steiner, & Susan Dougherty - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Shawna Zervos) 18. Enactment of Reading Policy: Leading and Learning for Literacy and Equity, Sarah L. Woulfin & Britney Jones - Vignette: Literacy Leadership in Action (Sean Kottke) 19. Sustaining Literacy Practices That Transform Teaching and Learning, Lori DiGisi, Julie Meltzer, Lynn Schade, & Stephanie Maze-Hsu 20. Schools as Places of Learning: The Powerful Role of Literacy Leaders, Allison Swan Dagen & Rita M. Bean Index

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Book SynopsisExam Board: OCRLevel: A-levelSubject: PsychologyFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016OCR Publishing Partner Helps your students build their knowledge of the core studies and applied topics for OCR Psychology with a clear, organised approach; activities, practice questions and extension suggestions develop the skills required at A Level- Supports you and your students through the new OCR A Level specification, with an author team experienced in teaching and examining OCR Psychology- Helps students easily navigate the core studies and associated themes and perspectives with an organised, accessible approach- Develops knowledge and understanding of all the Applied Psychology topics, with background, key studies and applications- Develops the critical thinking, mathematical and problem-solving skills required for the study of Psychology through a wealth of targeted activiti

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Book SynopsisExam Board: AQA Level: A-Level Subject: Psychology First Teaching: September 2015 First Exam: Summer 2016Create confident, literate and well-prepared students with skills-focused, topic-specific workbooks.Our Student Workbooks build students'' understanding, developing the confidence and skills they need, whilst providing ready prepared lesson solutions.- Prepare students to meet the demands of the specification by practising exam technique and developing their literacy skills- Provide flexible resource material to reinforce and apply topic understanding throughout the course, as classwork or extension tasks, or with revision- Create opportunities for self-directed learning and assessment with answers to tasks and activities supplied online- Supplement key resources such as textbooks to adapt easily to existing schemes of work- Offer time-saving and economical lesson solutions for both speciali

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Book SynopsisExam Board: OCR Level: A-Level Subject: Psychology First Teaching: September 2015 First Exam: Summer 2016Create confident, literate and well-prepared students with skills-focused, topic-specific workbooks.Our Student Workbooks build students'' understanding, developing the confidence and skills they need, whilst providing ready prepared lesson solutions.- Prepare students to meet the demands of the specification by practising exam technique and developing their literacy skills- Provide flexible resource material to reinforce and apply topic understanding throughout the course, as classwork or extension tasks, or with revision- Create opportunities for self-directed learning and assessment with answers to tasks and activities supplied online- Supplement key resources such as textbooks to adapt easily to existing schemes of work- Offer time-saving and economical lesson solutions for both speciali

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Book SynopsisHave you ever tried to give up smoking?Most smokers have. It is even more difficult to avoid relapse - after days, weeks or even years - and the long-term results of many stop smoking programmes are disappointing. But this week-long programme can help you stop smoking for good.Professor David F Marks uses techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), which has been proven to be effective by teaching you how to ''re-program'' your mind to not want to smoke. You will no longer have to rely on willpower alone to give up smoking. By becoming aware of your smoking triggers and dealing with the thoughts and behaviours that lead you to smoke automatically, over the course of a week you will gradually find your cravings disappear altogether.You will learn: Exercises and strategies to help you regain control from your smoking automatic pilot Advice on relaxation and stress reduction How to avoid future relapses

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Book SynopsisHIGHLY COMMENDED for the British Medical Awards book prize for Popular Medicine''Filled with emotionally resonant stories, Can''t Just Stop helps us understand not only the underpinnings of some forms of mental illness, but also the everyday worries that drive so much of our behaviour. A fascinating peek into the human mind in our age of anxiety.''David Kessler, author of Capture: Unraveling the Mystery of Mental Suffering Do you check your smartphone continuously for messages? Or perhaps do the weekly shop with military precision? Maybe you always ensure the cutlery is perfectly lined up on the table?Compulsion is something most of us have witnessed in daily life. But compulsions exist along a broad continuum, and at the opposite end of these mild forms are life-altering disorders.Sharon Begley''s meticulously researched book is the first of its kind to examine the science behind both mild and extreme compulsive beha

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Book SynopsisThis new edition of a popular guide to improving your mental agility will help you improve your performance at work and sharpen your thinking skills in all areas.Based on the latest scientific findings and including up-to-date coverage of how meditative skills such as mindfulness can enhance your brain power, this book gives you everything you need to get a mental edge.It challenges you to think on your feet with hundreds of puzzles, quizzes and problem-solving games, while giving you lifestyle advice on diet, exercise and lifestyle choices. Showing you how to put your new, more powerful brain to the test at work, home and play, this is a smart guide for any smart professional who wants to be brighter, quicker and in the lead at all times.

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Book SynopsisCongratulations! You''re the proud owner of the most complex information processing device in the known universe. The human brain comes equipped with all sorts of useful design features, but also many bugs and weaknesses. Problem is you don''t get an owner''s manual. You have to just plug and play. As a result, most of us never properly understand how our brains work and what they''re truly capable of. We fail get the best out of them, ignore some of their most useful features and struggle to overcome their design faults. Featuring witty essays, enlightening infographics and fascinating ''try this at home'' experiments, New Scientist take you on a journey through intelligence, memory, creativity, the unconscious and beyond. From the strange ways to distort what we think of as ''reality'' to the brain hacks that can improve memory, The Brain: A User''s Guide will help you understand your brain and show you how to use it to its full potential.

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Book SynopsisBestselling author Dan Ariely reveals fascinating new insights into motivation—showing that the subject is far more complex than we ever imagined.Every day we work hard to motivate ourselves, the people we live with, the people who work for and do business with us. In this way, much of what we do can be defined as being “motivators.” From the boardroom to the living room, our role as motivators is complex, and the more we try to motivate partners and children, friends and coworkers, the clearer it becomes that the story of motivation is far more intricate and fascinating than we’ve assumed. Payoff investigates the true nature of motivation, our partial blindness to the way it works, and how we can bridge this gap. With studies that range from Intel to a kindergarten classroom, Ariely digs deep to find the root of motivation—how it works and how we can use this knowledge to approach important choices in our own lives. Along the

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Book SynopsisReinforce understanding throughout the course with clear topic summaries and sample questions and answers to help students target higher grades.Written by experienced teacher and subject expert Christine Brain, our Student Guides are divided into two key sections - content guidance, and sample questions and answers.Content guidance will:- - Develop understanding of key concepts and terminology; this guide covers applications of psychology: clinical, criminological, child and health psychology.- - Consolidate knowledge with 'knowledge check questions' at the end of each topic and answers in the back of the book.Sample questions and answers will:- - Build understanding of the different question types, so that students can approach each question with confidence.- - Enable students to target top grades in Paper 2 with sample answers and commentary explaining exactly why marks have been awarded.

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Book SynopsisA groundbreaking exploration of how finding one''s way later in life can be an advantage to long-term achievement and happiness.“What Yogi Berra observed about a baseball game—it ain''t over till it''s over—is true about life, and [Late Bloomers] is the ultimate proof of this. . . . It’s a keeper.”—ForbesWe live in a society where kids and parents are obsessed with early achievement, from getting perfect scores on SATs to getting into Ivy League colleges to landing an amazing job at Google or Facebook—or even better, creating a start-up with the potential to be the next Google, Facebook or Uber. We see coders and entrepreneurs become millionaires or billionaires before age thirty, and feel we are failing if we are not one of them.Late bloomers, on the other hand, are under-valued—in popular culture, by educators and employers, and even unwittingly by parents. Yet the fact is, a lot of us—most of us—do not explode out of the gates in life. We have to discover our passions and talents and gifts. That was true for author Rich Karlgaard, who had a mediocre academic career at Stanford (which he got into by a fluke) and, after graduating, worked as a dishwasher and night watchman before finding the inner motivation and drive that ultimately led him to start up a high-tech magazine in Silicon Valley, and eventually to become the publisher of Forbes magazine.There is a scientific explanation for why so many of us bloom later in life. The executive function of our brains doesn’t mature until age twenty-five, and later for some. In fact, our brain’s capabilities peak at different ages. We actually experience multiple periods of blooming in our lives. Moreover, late bloomers enjoy hidden strengths because they take their time to discover their way in life—strengths coveted by many employers and partners—including curiosity, insight, compassion, resilience, and wisdom.Based on years of research, personal experience, interviews with neuroscientists, psychologists, and countless people at different stages of their careers, Late Bloomers reveals how and when we achieve our full potential.Praise for Late Bloomers“The underlying message that we should ‘consider a kinder clock for human development’ is a compelling one.”—Financial Times“Late Bloomers spoke to me deeply as a parent of two millennials and as a coach to many new college grads (the children of my friends and associates). It’s a bracing tonic for the anxiety they are swimming through, with a facts-based approach to help us all calm down.”—Robin Wolaner, founder of Parenting magazine

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Book SynopsisJoin Ricker on a wild and edifying romp through the cutting-edge world of neuroscience and biohacking. You'll encounter Olympic athletes, a game show contestant, a memory marvel, a famous CEO, and scientists galore. From Ricker's decade-long quest, you will discover:- The brain-based reason so many self-improvement projects fail . . . But how a little-known secret of Nobel Prize winning scientists could finally unlock success- How your strength in four key areas - executive function, emotional regulation, learning and memory, and creativity - predicts your success in work and relationships, and a new system for improving all four- Which seven research-tested tools can supercharge mental performance. They range from low-tech (a surprising new mindset) to downright futuristic (an electrical device for at-home brain stimulation)Best of all, you will learn to upgrade your brain with Ricker's 20 customizable self-experiments and a sample 12-week schedule. Ricker distills insights from dozens of interviews and hundreds of research studies from around the world. She tests almost everything on herself, whether it's nicotine, video games, meditation, or a little-known beverage from the Pacific islands. Some experiments fail hilariously-but others transform her cognition. She is able to sharpen her memory, increase her attention span, boost her mood, and clear her brain fog. By following Ricker's system, you'll uncover your own boosts to mental performance, too. Join a growing, global movement of neurohackers revolutionizing their careers and relationships. Let this book change 15 minutes of your day, and it may just change the rest of your life!Trade ReviewThose interested in adding rigor to their self-improvement journeys have no better place to turn than Smarter Tomorrow. * Wall Street Journal *

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Book Synopsis'An endlessly fascinating tour of the many different factors influencing our decision-making and reasoning' David Robson, author of The Expectation Effect'An eye-opening and engaging richness of information that gives us a detailed insight into the strengths and weaknesses of human behaviour' Melissa Hogenboom, author of The Motherhood ComplexDo emotions really cloud your thinking? Are habits holding you back? Is AI manipulating your mind? Does IQ help you think better?Every one of our thoughts, actions, moods and decisions is shaped by a whole array of factors, most of which we don't pay any attention to. From culture, time and language to genetics, technology and the microorganisms living inside us - even our own unconscious routines and habits - it's clear that we aren't always in the driving seat.The good news is that by better understanding the external and internal forces at work, we can minimise their impact on our lives. Drawing on rigorous interdisciplinary research, leading science journalists Miriam Frankel and Matt Warren bring us extraordinary stories and studies that open our eyes to the inner workings of the mind, challenge our thought processes and improve our decision-making. Most of all, Are You Thinking Clearly? is a rallying cry to know yourself, think broadly, think boldly - and to listen.'Essential reading for anyone who wants to understand why their beliefs, mistakes, emotions and intuitions are the way they are' Richard Gray, BBC FutureTrade ReviewAn endlessly fascinating tour of the many different factors influencing our decision-making and reasoning . . . This book is sure to appeal to anyone who wishes to make the most of their mind -- David Robson, author of The Expectation EffectAn eye-opening and engaging richness of information that gives us a detailed insight into the strengths and weaknesses of human behaviour . . . This book will help you understand your own mind better, and teach you how to overcome some of the gaps in your thinking -- Melissa Hogenboom, author of The Motherhood ComplexAll who read this fascinating book will gain helpful insights into their biases - and those of others -- Martin Rees, Astronomer RoyalEssential reading for anyone who wants to understand why their beliefs, mistakes, emotions and intuitions are the way they are * BBC Future *

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Book SynopsisHumans are storytelling animals. Stories are what make our societies possible. Countless books celebrate their virtues. But Jonathan Gottschall, an expert on the science of stories, argues that there is a dark side to storytelling we can no longer ignore. Storytelling, the very tradition that built human civilization, may be the thing that destroys it.In The Story Paradox, Gottschall explores how a broad consortium of psychologists, communications specialists, neuroscientists, and literary quants are using the scientific method to study how stories affect our brains. The results challenge the idea that storytelling is an obvious force for good in human life. Yes, storytelling can bind groups together, but it is also the main force dragging people apart. And it's the best method we've ever devised for manipulating each other by circumventing rational thought. Behind all civilization's greatest ills-environmental destruction, runaway demagogues, warfare-you will always find the same master factor: a mind-disordering story.Gottschall argues that societies succeed or fail depending on how they manage these tensions. And it has only become harder, as new technologies that amplify the effects of disinformation campaigns, conspiracy theories, and fake news make separating fact from fiction nearly impossible.With clarity and conviction, Gottschall reveals why our biggest asset has become our greatest threat, and what, if anything, can be done. It is a call to stop asking, "How we can change the world through stories?" and start asking, "How can we save the world from stories?"

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Book SynopsisThis book is a collection of writings on principles and techniques by the pioneers of bodywork and body awareness disciplines. Together, they represent a historical record of the field of somatics. Ranging from hands-on workers like Ida Rolf to phenomenologist Elizabeth Behnke, their lives span this century. In these lectures, writings, and interviews, editor Don Hanlon Johnson has sought to revel the unbroken lineage, theoretical differences, and major similarities of these originators.

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Book SynopsisThis volume, sixth in the Service-Learning in the Disciplines Series, reflects the growing interest among psychology educators in service-learning from the perspectives of research, practice, and teaching. The first part of the book addresses how psychological theory, research, and practice bear on collaborating with communities, while the second half shows how service-learning can be effectively integrated into a variety of psychology courses to increase the breadth and depth of student learning.Table of ContentsAbout This Series—Edward Zlotkowski Introduction Collaborating With the Community. Psychology and Service-Learning—Donna K. Duffy and Robert G. Bringle Part One. Theoretical and Empirical Contributions of Psychology to Service-Learning An Overview of Current Psychological Theory and Research on Altruism and Prosocial Behavior—Martha A. Kitzrow Service-Learning and Psychology. Lessons From the Psychology of Volunteers' Motivations—E. Gil Clary, Mark Snyder, and Arthur Stukas Attributions About Misery. A Social Psychological Analysis—Robert G. Bringle and Pamela M. Velo Developmental Psychology and Service-Learning. A Theoretical Framework—Jay W. Brandenberger Service-Learning and the Development of Expert Citizens. Service-Learning and Cognitive Science—Janet Eyler, Susan Root, and Dwight E. Giles, Jr. The Helping Alliance and Service-Learning—Jeremy Leeds Part Two. Integration of Service in Psychology Courses Professor McKenna Teaches Introductory Psychology—Donna K. Duffy and Robert G. Bringle Strategies for Service-Learning. Internalization and Empowerment—Carol M. Werner Service-Learning. From Process to Impact—Randall E. Osborne, Kenneth Weadick, and James Penticuff Human Relations. A Service-Learning Approach—David B. Johnson Bringing Undergraduate Service-Learning Into a High-Risk, Urban Environment—Maurice J. Elias and Gregg Gambone Service-Learning Through Action-Research Partnerships—Georgia Nigro and Stanton Wortham Service-Learning and Cross-Cultural Psychology—Iva GreyWolf Reflections on an Established Service-Learning Program. The Developmental Disabilities Immersion Program at UCLA—Arvan L. Fluharty and Parvin Kassaie Applying Service-Learning to the Problem of Prejudice. A Psychology and Theater Course—Stevenson W. Carlebach and Jefferson A. Singer Appendix Annotated Bibliography of Service-Learning and Psychology Electronic Resources for Service-Learning List of Contributors

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Book SynopsisKarl König and Wulf-Volker Lindner have distilled their many years of research, rich clinical experience, and extensive theoretical knowledge of analytic group psychotherapy. Now, for the first time in English, they present their Gottingen model of group therapy, a welcome addition to the literature that greatly extends our understanding of the complex processes of groups and their ability to promote growth and healing. Informed by Freudian, Foulkesian, and object relations approaches to individual and group analytic therapy, Konig and Lindner's extensive theoretical understanding of groups and individuals is saturated with a flexible common sense that moves comfortably between theory and practical application. They are at their best in explaining the transition between the therapist's essential human experience and his role in the group when they discuss such matters as the understanding of neutrality as a dynamic concept, the situations that trigger transference, and the functioning of the therapist as a model of openness. It is the transitional areas and forces that are the most in focus for the authors: those between individual and group, between group and therapist, between inside and outside, and between the learning of the therapist and the growth of group members. It is a testament to the authors' skill that they are able to explore these areas at the same time as they outline practical approaches to a full range of topics that need to be considered in the conduct of group therapy.Trade ReviewWith clarity, precision and thoughtfulness, the authors, renown in Germany, draw from the work of American, British and European schools, explain the theory and practice of the Göttingen model of group therapy. Basic concepts are defined systematically and illustrated with clinical examples. The references to modern German literature are extremely useful. This is an excellent introduction for mental health professionals with many insights for experienced clinicians. -- Earl Hopper, Ph.D.I give a warm welcome to this book which gives to English readers their first opportunity to learn in depth how analytic group psychotherapy is taught and practiced in Germany. The authors give a clear detailed account of the similarities and differences between Foulkes' Group Analysis and the Göttingen model, knowledge of which will add considerably to our therapeutic repertoire. The careful analysis of levels of regression and how these can be recognized and controlled is illuminating and we can appreciate the careful research that our German colleagues have been able to carry out. This book should be in the library of all teaching institutions and will be of value to the individual practitioner. -- Malcolm Pines, F.R.C. PsychKönig and Lindner's book constitutes an unusually successful marriage between a broadly based text and a wealth of applied clinical observations. In spite of the fact that this volume integrates several schools of thought, it is eminently readable and complements ideally the North American literature in this field. -- John T. Salvendy, M.D.This book is at once a compact handbook for the teacher of group therapy, a source of thoughtful new ideas for the scholar and researcher, an integration and review of the foundations and current state of the art, and an inviting and easily accessible primer for the relative newcomer to group therapy field. It is clearly written and so beautifully translated that the reader has no hint that it was not originally written in English. Psychoanalytic Group Therapy is a brilliant and wise addition to our understanding of the power of the group to affect healing. It will be welcomed by all therapists who feel that psychoanalysis and group dynamics form a powerful partnership towards the treatment of human suffering... -- David E. Scharff, M.D., International Psychotherapy Institute and the IPA Committee on Family and Couple PsychoanalysisThis book is at once a compact handbook for the teacher of group therapy, a source of thoughtful new ideas for the scholar and researcher, an integration and review of the foundations and current state of the art, and an inviting and easily accessible primer for the relative newcomer to group therapy field. It is clearly written and so beautifully translated that the reader has no hint that it was not originally written in English. Psychoanalytic Group Therapy is a brilliant and wise addition to our understanding of the power of the group to affect healing. It will be welcomed by all therapists who feel that psychoanalysis and group dynamics form a powerful partnership towards the treatment of human suffering. -- David E. Scharff, M.D., International Psychotherapy Institute and the IPA Committee on Family and Couple Psychoanalysis

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Book SynopsisOurs, Yours, Mine: Mutuality and the Emergence of the Separate Self discusses theory and research issues; gender roles and development of girls; female identity; clinical applications, case studies.

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Book SynopsisWhy does a disease that killed only a handful of Americans like ebola provoke panic, but the flu-which kills tens of thousands each year-is dismissed with a yawn? Why is an unarmed young black woman who knocks on a stranger's front door to ask for help after her car breaks down perceived to be so threatening that the stranger shoots her dead? In Jumping at Shadows, Sasha Abramsky sets his sights on America's most dangerous epidemic: irrational fear.In this meditation on the paralyzing terror Americans feel when confronted with something they don't understand-from foreigners to tropical viruses to universal health care-Abramsky delivers an eye-opening analysis of our misconceptions about risk and threats, and how our brains interpret them, both at a neurological level and at a conscious one. What emerges is a journey through a political and cultural landscape that is defined by our fears, which are often misplaced. Ultimately, Abramsky shows that our fears can teach us a great deal about our society, exposing our deeply ingrained racism, classism, xenophobia, and susceptibility to the toxic messages of demagogues.

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Book SynopsisA collection of some of the most influential writings of an icon of 20th century psychology.

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Book SynopsisIn Glacial Times, Salomon Resnik brings together various facets of his work as a psychoanalyst and psychiatrist, working in both the private sector and in institutional settings and in a wide range of cultural contexts, to provide a careful summary of a lifetime of clinical work. Drawing on a wide range of psychoanalytic, philosophical and literary sources, and vignettes from the author's extensive clinical experience, this book brings the subject of psychosis to life and demonstrates how the study of psychoanalysis and psychosis forces us to confront fundamental ontological questions. Subjects covered include: Transmission and Learning The role of the body in psychosis The Universe of Madness: Frozen words and thoughts The Internal world and the philosophy of the unconcsious Psychotic thinking and language The Symbolic order and its deficiencies. This synthesis of over fifty years of experience as a psychoanalyst and psychiatrist treating psychotic patients will fascinate anyone working in these fields. Trade Review"...this is a very warm and human book. Resnik rightly points out that if we are going to unfreeze the patient, we have to develop warm human relationships with them, in which we are not afraid to use our countertransference associations. In a world threatened with domination by evidence-based medicine within the field of psychosis, this book redresses the balance. It restores the centrality of a human approach with respect to the patient. It encourages those working in the field to gain confidence, in developing their own individual style, when working with patients with chronic schizophrenia." - Richard Lucas, Int. J. Psychoanal. 2006 vol 87 part 3"The reader is guided on a richly intuitive tour...the articulated gems of description by which [the author] conveys the psychotic experience have a powerful and often unexpected impact on the reader" - Bob Hinshelwood, Psychology and Psychotherapy: Theory Research and PracticeTable of ContentsTransmission and Learning. Bodily Identification in Psychosis. The Role of the Body in Psychosis: A Group Experience. The Universe of Madness: Frozen Words and Thoughts. Glacial Times.

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Book SynopsisTreating Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating explains how cognitive therapy can be used to treat those suffering from bulimia nervosa. The manual provides a step-by-step treatment guide, incorporating a number of case examples offering detailed explanations of the treatment process, questionnaires, worksheets and practical exercises for the client, which will provide a framework and focus for therapy. The authors use existing techniques, as well as new integrated cognitive and metacognitive methods developed from their recent research, to take the therapist from initial assessment to the end of treatment and beyond, with chapters covering: engagement and motivation case formulation and socialisation detached mindfulness strategies positive and negative beliefs. This practical guide will allow those treating patients with bulimia nervosa to take advantage of recent developments in the field and will be an essential tool for all therapists working with this eating disorder.Trade Review"Every clinician working with the eating disorders will know a bulimia nervosa sufferer like Jessica, Angela or Bethany. This book gives practical advice about how to work with such patients, incorporating existing methods and building on them with new methods from the authors' clinical research and experience. It should be in the collection of every psychological therapist working with bulimia nervosa." - Glenn Waller, Visiting Professor of Psychology, Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London, & Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Vincent Square Eating Disorders Service, CNWL NHS Foundation Trust, UK"Underpinned by a strong and evidence-based model, this therapist guide is brimming with solid practical advice and detailed guidance on how to implement particular therapeutic strategies and deal with hurdles and challenges along the way. Accompanying worksheets and therapeutic aide-memoirs are excellent. Both new and expert therapists will find this book highly useful." - Ulrike Schmidt, Professor of Eating Disorders, Institute of Psychiatry, South London and Maudsley NHS Trust, UK"Treating Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating is an excellent, practical handbook for clinicians in helping their patients overcome bulimia nervosa. The authors - Myra Cooper, Gillian Todd, and Adrian Wells - provide an innovative, powerful new approach - metacognitive therapy that can help patients disentangle themselves from their problematic thoughts and urges. This book is filled with clinical vignettes, behavioral experiments, metacognitive exercises, treatment tips, self report forms and informative schematics that will be immensely valuable in the real-world setting that clinicians encounter. This is an important contribution to helping us overcome a difficult clinical problem. The authors should be congratulated for providing us with a break-through in how to conceptualize and treat this problem." - Robert L. Leahy, Director, American Institute for Cognitive Therapy, USATable of ContentsIntroduction to the Book, a Case Example and an Overview of Treatment. Diagnosis and Assessment. Treatment of Bulimia Nervosa. A New Cognitive Model of Bulimia Nervosa. Engagement and Motivation. Case Formulation and Socialisation. Detached Mindfulness Strategies. Negative Beliefs about Eating: Uncontrollability and Consequences. Positive Beliefs about Eating. Negative Self Beliefs. Ending Therapy. Therapist Resources.

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Book SynopsisStress affects everyone in different ways and can actually help some people become more productive and innovative. But extreme stress more often has a paralyzing effect, and can lead to negative coping behaviors like anger, emotional overreactions, anxiety, and alcohol, drug, or food abuse. This book is the first to offer a dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) program for coping with extreme stress in healthier ways. The four DBT skills can help those prone to overreactions and other negative responses to stress to embrace imperfections, expand their options, and soothe themselves in stressful situations. The Stress Response invites readers to explore their personal stress reactions and practice these new methods of solving the everyday problems that trigger stress. Readers also learn to accept their most stressed-out emotions and thoughts without judging them, and gradually decrease their vulnerability to stress.

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Book SynopsisThis fascinating book for mental health professionals explores emerging mindfulness and acceptance treatments for addictions of all kinds, including gambling addiction, binge eating disorder, pornography addiction, cigarette smoking, and substance abuse. The series of articles written by leading researchers in addiction and mindfulness therapies introduce the latest research on using acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Each article illuminates the mindfulness and acceptance-based treatments that work best for particular addictive behaviours, reviews empirical data, and discusses future directions for research and treatment applications. Edited by Steven Hayes, one of the best-known clinicians working with acceptance and mindfulness-based interventions, his book will dramatically impact the way addictions of all kinds are viewed and addressed in therapy.

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Book SynopsisDo you often lash out at people? Do you let your emotions rule your interactions with others? Do you find it difficult to see things from others' point of view? You are not alone. Despite the fact that we all have to deal with other people our daily lives, many of us have difficulties with interpersonal relationships.Written by psychologist and bestselling author Matthew McKay, The Interpersonal Problems Workbook combines research and evidence-based techniques for strengthening relationships in all areas in life-whether it's at home, at work, with a significant other, a parent, or a child. The skills in this workbook are based in both schema therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and are designed to help you connect and communicate effectively with those around them.ACT has been proven effective in helping people improve their relationships with others. The ACT skills detailed in this book include present moment awareness, diffusion, and flexibility-all of which will help you to improve your relationships with others. In this book you will learn what your schema is, and how to act on your values to communicate and get along with others.If you are ready to stop building walls and start connecting with those around you, this book presents powerful, effective tools for change.

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Book SynopsisWhile many works on Hitchcock either openly reject psychoanalysis or utilize it only casually or peripherally, Dial 'M' for Mother: A Freudian Hitchcock is the first book-length study to consistently and systematically apply a Freudian psychoanalytic approach to a number of Hitchcock's major films (Shadow of a Doubt, Rear Window, Vertigo, North by Northwest, Psycho, The Birds, Marnie, Frenzy). Central to this book is the author's analysis of a 'mother complex' that informs not only the major male and female characters of these and other Hitchcock films but their plot, formal structure, and visual, cinematic artistry as well. According to the author, the genius of Hitchcock is inseparable from the director's unrelenting adherence to the 'darker side' of our unconscious fears and fascinations, and in its unwillingness to veil this exploration of the Freudian Unconscious with Hollywood's and society's denial of such truths.

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Book SynopsisFostering mutual understanding by viewing religion from an outsider perspective Depending on how one defines religion, there are at least thousands of religions in the world. Given such religious diversity, how can any one religion claim to know the truth? Nothing proposed so far has helped us settle which of these religions, if any, are true--until now. Author John W. Loftus, a former minister turned atheist, argues we would all be better off if we viewed any religion--including our own--from the informed skepticism of an outsider, a nonbeliever. For this reason he has devised "the outsider test for faith." He describes it as a variation on the Golden Rule: "Do unto your own faith what you do to other faiths." Essentially, this means applying the same skepticism to our own beliefs as we do to the beliefs of other faiths. Loftus notes that research from psychology, anthropology, sociology, and neuroscience goes a long way toward explaining why the human race has produced so many belief systems, why religion is culturally dependent, and how religion evolved in the first place. It's important that people understand these findings to escape the dangerous delusion that any one religion represents the only truth. At a time when the vast diversity of human belief systems is accessible to all, the outsider test for faith offers a rational means for fostering mutual understanding.

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Book SynopsisEmbrace your feelings and connect with your meaning and purpose.

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