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Book SynopsisWho is the ''Devil''? And what is he due? The Devil is anyone who disagrees with you. And what he is due is the right to speak his mind. He must have this for your own safety''s sake because his freedom is inextricably tied to your own. If he can be censored, why shouldn''t you be censored? If we put barriers up to silence ''unpleasant'' ideas, what''s to stop the silencing of any discussion? This book is a full-throated defense of free speech and open inquiry in politics, science, and culture by the New York Times bestselling author and skeptic Michael Shermer. The new collection of essays and articles takes the Devil by the horns by tackling five key themes: free thought and free speech, politics and society, scientific humanism, religion, and the ideas of controversial intellectuals. For our own sake, we must give the Devil his due.Trade Review'Michael Shermer is our most fearless explorer of alternative, crackpot, and dangerous ideas, and at the same time one of our most powerful voices for science, sanity, and humane values. In this engrossing collection, Shermer shows why these missions are consistent: it's the searchlight of reason that best exposes errors and evil.' Steven Pinker, Johnstone Professor of Psychology, Harvard University, and author of Enlightenment Now: The Case for Reason, Science, Humanism, and Progress'This is a rather difficult book for me to blurb, given that an entire chapter is devoted to criticizing my claims about pragmatic truth vis-à-vis scientific truth. However, Dr. Michael Shermer is a very clear thinker, and the kind of skeptic that is always necessary to ensure that public thought, scientific and otherwise, maintains a certain clarity. He's a passionate advocate of free speech, for this and many other reasons - to the point of entitling his new book Giving the Devil His Due, which is devoted to many worthwhile topics, but to free speech above all. Despite our disagreements, this is a necessary book for our times. Read it. And thank God and the powers that be that you have the right to do so.' Jordan B. Peterson, University of Toronto, and author of 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos'Michael Shermer is a fearless defender of free speech, open inquiry, and freedom of thought and conscience, including - and especially - for those with whom he disagrees. Giving the Devil His Due is one of the strongest bulwarks against the tyranny of censorship that I have read.' Nadine Strossen, New York University, former President of the ACLU, and author of Hate: Why We Should Resist it with Free Speech, Not Censorship'… a detailed roadmap for thinking well and clearly about interesting and challenging ideas. This vivid, erudite, broad, and deep collection of essays is marvelously written - so much so that, as you finish one essay, you cannot resist starting the next. And the range - from ancient civilizations to the colonization of Mars, from free speech on campus to gun control in cities - is as astonishing as it is engaging.' Nicholas A. Christakis, MD, Ph.D, author of Blueprint: The Evolutionary Origins of a Good Society'As always, Michael Shermer is hard-hitting, thought-provoking, and brilliant. The fascinating essays in this wide-ranging book will make you think - and then rethink.' Amy Chua, Yale University, and author of Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother and Political Tribes: Group Instinct and the Fate of Nations'Michael Shermer is the voice of reason, and this is a book of his best essays - the ones we most need to read to understand the madness of our time and to imagine a more reasonable future. The range of questions Shermer addresses and the breadth of his knowledge make this book a delight to read.' Jonathan Haidt, New York University, author of The Righteous Mind, and co-author of The Coddling of the American Mind'Giving the Devil His Due is a treasure trove for lovers of the humanities and society at large as viewed through the perspective of scholarly minds, treatises, and essays. It's marvelously ripened and full of wonderful tales… ' Robert Hunziker, Counterpunch'A powerful case is made here for why free speech is the best way to drive out bad ideas and fake news.' The Times'A collection of skilful elucidations of academic ideas.' Christopher Silvester, The Critic'Each essay is well crafted to provoke thoughtful reflection and amply referenced for those who wish to dig deeper into each topic … However, for any reader new to scepticism, Giving the Devil his Due would be an auspicious place to start.' Don Carpenetti, Chemistry WorldTable of ContentsIntroduction. Who is the Devil and what is he due?; Part I. The Advocatus Diaboli: Reflections on Free Thought and Free Speech: 1. Giving the Devil his due: why freedom of inquiry and speech in science and politics is inviolable; 2. Banning evil: in the shadow of the Christchurch massacre, myths about evil and hate speech are misleading; 3. Free speech even if it hurts: defending Holocaust denier David Irving; 4. Free to inquire: the evolution-creationism controversy as a test case in equal time and free speech; 5. Ben Stein's blunder: why intelligent design advocates are not free speech martyrs; 6. What went wrong? Campus unrest, viewpoint diversity, and freedom of speech; Part II. Homo Religiosus: Reflections on God and Religion: 7. E pluribus unum for all faiths and for none; 8. Atheism and liberty: raising consciousness for religious skepticism through political freedom; 9. The curious case of Scientology: is it a religion or a cult?; 10. Does the Universe have a purpose?; 11. Why is there something rather than nothing?; Part III. Deferred Dreams: Reflections on Politics and Society: 12. Another dream deferred: how identity politics, intersectionality theory, and tribal divisiveness are inverting Martin Luther King, Jr's dream; 13. Healing the bonds of affection: the case for classical liberalism; 14. Governing mars: lessons for the red planet from experiments in governing the blue planet; 15. The Sandy Hook effect: what we can and cannot do about gun violence; 16. On guns and tyranny; 17. Debating guns: what conservatives and liberals really differ on about guns (and everything else); 18. Another fatal conceit: the lesson from evolutionary economics is bottom-up self-organization, not top-down government design; Part IV. Scientia Humanitatis: Reflections on Scientific Humanism: 19. Scientific naturalism: a manifesto for Enlightenment humanism; 20. Mr Hume: tear. Down. This. Wall.; 21. Kardashev's types and Sparks' law: how to build civilization 1.0; 22. How lives turn out: genes, environment, and luck – what we can and cannot control; Part V. Transcendent Thinkers: Reflections on Controversial Intellectuals: 23. Transcendent man: an elegaic essay to Paul Kurtz – a skeptic's skeptic; 24. The real hitch: did Christopher Hitchens really keep two sets of books about his beliefs?; 25. The skeptic's chaplain: Richard Dawkins as a fountainhead of skepticism; 26. Have archetype – will travel: the Jordan Peterson phenomenon; 27. Romancing the past: Graham Hancock and the quest for a lost civilization.

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Book SynopsisThe Hole-y Bible is a book that helps us to more easily spot the "holes" in our thinking, hence the title. It shows how you can orchestrate personal and professional breakthroughs deliberately. It does not promise you will become creatively enlightened. Yet, it does provide detailed guidance on what you can do to prime your brain for more breakthroughs to encourage your creative enlightenment. If you are seeking a new purpose and are interested in harnessing the power of creative thinking to bring about change, then The Holey Bible is for you. It will help you to identify the questions to bring a new paradigm for transcendent and lasting change.Trade ReviewThe words, images and ideas contained in this work aren't simply pretty platitudes and intellectual curios, beautiful and poetic as they are. This is a work that has the power to unplug the self from the cycles of experience, profoundly inspire critical reflexiveness and raise our consciousness - or not! It might just sit on your coffee table until you are ready for it. Therein lies the power of this book; it can plant seeds or radically inspire or quietly comfort or just be a pretty and reckless, but not quite feckless, thing! It came to me at a time when I needed it most and forced me to thoroughly embrace the depths of my own humanism, with humility, compassion and above all hope. I am grateful. -- Dr Sunny Naicker, activist and academic but mostly just a fellow human

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Book SynopsisThis effortless and unapologetic approach to self-promotion will manage your anxiety and allow you to champion yourself. Does talking about your accomplishments feel scary or icky because you're worried people will think you're obnoxious?Does it feel more natural to put your head down and do the work?Are you tired of watching the loudest people in your industry get disproportionate praise and rewards?If you answered yes to any of the above, you might be self-sabotaging. You need to learn to Brag Better. Meredith Fineman has built a career working with The Qualified Quiet: smart people who struggle to talk about themselves and thus go underestimated or unrecognized. Now, she shares the surefire and anxiety-proof strategies that have helped her clients effectively communicate their achievements and skillsets to others.Bragging Better doesn't require false bravado, talking over people, or pretending to be more qualified than you are. Instead,

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Book Synopsis The complementary workbook to Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life, which has sold more than 5,000,000 copies Learning the Nonviolent Communication (NVC) process has often been equated with learning a whole new way of thinking and speaking. The NVC Companion Workbook helps you easily put these powerful, effective skills into practice with chapter-by-chapter study of Marshall Rosenberg's cornerstone text, Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life. Find a wealth of activities, exercises, and facilitator suggestions to refine and practice this powerful way of communicating. Join the hundreds of thousands worldwide who have improved their relationships and their lives with this simple yet revolutionary process. Included in the new edition is a complete chapter on conflict resolution and mediation.Trade Review"The NVC Companion Workbook draws out the essential NVC elements in a way that is fun to practice and makes learning the material much easier." Jeff Carl, author , Relationship Intelligence: Select and Nurture Healthy Relationships"It amazes me how much we actually covered in class time using the NVC Companion Workbook . We went over real-life situations and followed various exercises that promoted understanding the content more fully. Practicing with this workbook was the key for my success in understanding and using NVC!" Kirsten Ingram, f inance and administration officer, Children's Commission Province of British Columbia, Canada"I have used this workbook now in two prison facilities. It has been a wonderful tool for men and women who are committed to gaining useful life skills in some of the toughest of environments." Karen M. Campbell, workforce/lifeskills coordinator, Coffee Creek Corrections Facility, Salem, Oregon

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Book SynopsisAcclaim for the first edition:'A tour-de-force of trust research methodologies, from survey methods to critical incidents to hermeneutics... will prove invaluable to trust researchers of every stripe.'- Aks Zaheer, University of Minnesota'This book fills an important gap. The burgeoning field of trust research has employed a wide variety of definitions and methods, but until the appearance of this Handbook there was no comprehensive overview of them. Its contributions, many written by leading international experts, cover conceptual issues as well as qualitative and quantitative methods. The editors are all working at the frontiers of trust research and in this Handbook they have compiled an indispensable source of reference for years to come.'- John Child, University of Birmingham, UK'This is the right book at the right time. Central to the advancement of research on trust is the need to address a host of methodological, empirical, and analytical challenges. This Handbook provides a vital resource for doing so and holds the promise of infusing the literature with novel and enhanced approaches for studying and understanding trust. Researchers new to the field as well as established experts will find a wealth of insights contained herein.'- Bill McEvily, University of Toronto, CanadaDrawing together a wealth of research methods knowledge gained by trust researchers into one essential volume, this book provides an authoritative in-depth consideration of quantitative and qualitative methods for empirical study of trust in the social sciences.This second edition of the Handbook of Research Methods on Trust provides a fully updated and extended account of quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods for empirical research. While many researchers have already drawn inspiration and insight from the previous edition, the dynamic development of trust research calls for further and deeper engagement with methodological issues, particular methods, practical research experience, and current challenges and innovations as offered by this new edition.Identifying innovative methods for researching trust, this important handbook will prove invaluable for students and academics in the social sciences who are interested in trust, particularly postgraduates planning empirical research on trust, undergraduates researching issues of trust, faculty teaching research-based courses on trust and related topics, and experienced trust researchers looking for reflection, discussion and inspiration.Contributors: S.J. Addison, N. Alex, M.J. Ashleigh, R. Bachmann, D. Barrera, K.M. Bijlsma-Frankema, M.C. Bligh, B.F. Blumberg, G. Breeman, C. Brinsfield, C. Burns, V. Buskens, J.S. Carroll, S.M. Conchie, D.L. Ferrin, D.E. Gibbons, N. Gillespie, C. Goodall, J.C. Kohles, R.M. Kramer, T.M. Kühlmann, A. Langley, V. Le Gall, R.J. Lewicki, E. Meyer, M. Muethel, R. Münscher, B. Nooteboom, J.M. Peiró, A. Pentland, R.L. Priem, W. Raub, R.A. Roe, D.M. Rousseau, R.H. Searle, M. Tillmar, E.M. Uslaner, B. Waber, A.A. Weibel, F. Welter, M. Williams, R. ZolinTrade ReviewAs any field of academic study matures, researchers refine methods for investigating the phenomenon of interest. For research on trust, this Handbook Second Edition reflects where the trust literature has been, where it is now, and where it is going with respect to research methods. If you are a mature trust scholar, or someone starting research on trust, the Handbook is an indispensable resource for evaluating the full range of methods that may be appropriate for your study. --Steven C. Currall, University of California, DavisTable of ContentsContents: 1. Introduction. Researching Trust: The Ongoing Challenge of Matching Objectives and Methods Fergus Lyon, Guido Möllering and Mark N.K. Saunders PART I CONCEPTUAL ISSUES 2. Pursuing Ecological Validity in Trust Research: Merits of Multi-Method Research Roderick M. Kramer 3. An Abductive Approach to Investigating Trust Development in Strategic Alliances Véronique Le Gall and Ann Langley 4. Trust Research: Measuring Trust Beliefs and Behaviors Roy J. Lewicki and Chad Brinsfield 5. Agent-Based Simulation of Trust Bart Nooteboom 6. Researching Trust in Different Cultures Friederike Welter and Nadezhda Alex 7. Trust and Social Capital: Challenges for Studying their Dynamic Relationship Boris F. Blumberg, Jose M. Peiró and Robert A. Roe 8. Measuring Generalized Trust: In Defense of the ‘Standard’ Question Eric M. Uslaner PART II QUALITATIVE RESEARCH 9. Access and Non-Probability Sampling in Qualitative Research on Trust Fergus Lyon 10. Working With Difficult to Reach Groups: A ‘Building Blocks’ Approach to Researching Trust in Communities Christine Goodall 11. Cross-Cultural Comparative Case Studies: A Means of Uncovering Dimensions of Trust Malin Tillmar 12. Using Mixed Methods-Combining Card Sorts and In-Depth Interviews Mark N.K. Saunders 13. Mixed Methods Application in Trust Research: Simultaneous Hybrid Data Collection in Cross-Cultural Settings Using the Board-Game Method Miriam Muethel 14. Using Scenarios as Part of a Concurrent Mixed Methods Design Susan J. Addison 15. Utilising Repertory Grids in Macro-Level Comparative Studies Reinhard Bachmann 16. Deepening the Understanding of Trust: Combining Repertory Grid and Narrative to Explore the Uniqueness of Trust Melanie J. Ashleigh and Edgar Meyer 17. Studying Trust Relationships using Social Network Analysis Roxanne Zolin and Deborah E. Gibbons 18. Hermeneutic Methods in Trust Research Gerard Breeman 19. Using Critical Incident Technique in Trust Research Robert Münscher and Torsten M. Kühlmann PART III QUANTITATIVE APPROACHES 20. Survey Measures of Trust in Organizational Contexts: An Overview Nicole Gillespie 21. The Actor–Partner Interdependence Model: A Method for Studying Trust in Dyadic Relationships Donald L. Ferrin, Michelle C. Bligh and Jeffrey C. Kohles 22. Embedded Trust: The Analytical Approach in Vignettes, Laboratory Experiments and Surveys Davide Barrera, Vincent Buskens and Werner Raub 23. Measuring the Decision to Trust Using Metric Conjoint Analysis Richard L. Priem and Antoinette A. Weibel 24. Diary Methods in Trust Research Rosalind H. Searle 25. Measuring Implicit Trust and Automatic Attitude Activation Calvin Burns and Stacey M. Conchie 26. A Voice is Worth a Thousand Words: The Implications of the Micro-Coding of Social Signals in Speech for Trust Research Benjamin Waber, Michele Williams, John S. Carroll and Alex ‘Sandy’ Pentland 27. It Takes a Community to Make a Difference: Evaluating Quality Procedures and Practices in Trust Research Katinka M. Bijlsma-Frankema and Denise M. Rousseau Index

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Book SynopsisMight it be possible that neuroscience, in particular interpersonal neurobiology, can illuminate the unique ways that group processes collaborate with and enhance the brain's natural developmental and repairing processes? This book brings together the work of twelve contemporary group therapists and practitioners who are exploring this possibility through applying the principles of interpersonal neurobiology (IPNB) to a variety of approaches to group therapy and experiential learning groups. IPNB's focus on how human beings shape one another's brains throughout the life span makes it a natural fit for those of us who are involved in bringing people together so that, through their interactions, they may better understand and transform their own deeper mind and relational patterns. Group is a unique context that can trigger, amplify, contain, and provide resonance for a broad range of human experiences, creating robust conditions for changing the brain.The chapters included here introduce and highlight the theoretical and research literatures from an IPNB perspective, especially the newer understandings of brain plasticity, mirror neurons, the autonomic nervous system, implicit and explicit memory, affect regulation and the relation between attachment and brain development. Building on these understandings, the authors elaborate on work with varying types of groups as seen through an IPNB lens, for example; how systems-centered therapy creates a rich neurobiological climate that supports integration; how children's groups can help with sensory motor, psychological, and interpersonal development; how using an IPNB frame enables couples' groups to attain more solid interpersonal regulation; and how experiential learning groups can transform implicit memory.Trade Review'This groundbreaking volume offers a number of creative contributions that integrate extensive group psychotherapy experience with cutting edge neuroscience. Writing on work with children, adults, and couples, all authors utilize the interdisciplinary perspective of interpersonal neurobiology to model the conscious and unconscious psychoneurobiological mechanisms that underlie the explicit and especially implicit change mechanisms embedded in group psychotherapy. This book will be of great value to our understanding of how effective emotionally-focused group work can act as a growth-facilitating environment for optimizing brain circuits in the 'social' 'emotional' right brain, the biological substrate of the human unconscious mind. It also serves as a theoretical source for the development of evidence-based, yet clinically sound group psychotherapy models.'- Allan N. Schore, author of The Science of the Art of Psychotherapy and Affect Regulation and the Origin of the Self'This clearly and beautifully written collection of peer reviews and previously published articles concerning the interpersonal neurobiology of group psychotherapy and group process is essential reading. Interpersonal neurobiology is a source of a fuller understanding of people in groups, groups in people, and especially of the web of affiliations that structure communicational networks and the information carried through them. This is necessary for the development of our theory and clinical practice. Interpersonal neurobiology underpins the deeper study of the social unconscious, including the development of the social brain and its effects on people in relationships and vice versa.' - Earl Hopper, Ph.D. psychoanalyst and group analyst, Editor of the New International Library of Group Analysis

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Book SynopsisThe new edition of this bestselling textbook, Multicultural Psychology, helps students gain an understanding of how race, ethnicity, and culture shape their beliefs and behavior as well as those of people around them. Giving a voice to people underrepresented in psychology and society, this book introduces multicultural research in biological, developmental, social, and clinical psychology. The book reviews histories, gender roles, and LGBTQ intersectionality of African Americans, Latinx Americans, Asian Americans/Native Hawaiians/Pacific Islanders, Native Americans, Americans of Middle Eastern and North African heritage, and Americans with Multiple Racial/Ethnic Heritages to provide in-depth coverage of the largest groups of color in the United States. It provides the perfect balance of careful presentation of psychological concepts, research, and theories, and a sensitive, expertly rendered discussion of their applications to people of color.This book is ideal for Trade Review"Multicultural Psychology is a must read for anyone interested in culture, ethnicity, race, gender, and sexual orientation; as well as the intersection of these human variables. Grounded in a balance of psychological theory and research, Gordon C. Nagayama Hall expertly applies these concepts to People of Color. The book’s fourth edition actualizes multicultural psychological topics such as multiracial individuals, Americans of Middle Eastern and North African heritage, research on Covid-19 and ethnic minorities, in addition to valuable teacher and student resources. I highly recommend this excellent resource."Lillian Comas-Díaz, Ph.D., Clinical Professor, George Washington University Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral SciencesTable of ContentsPart I. FOUNDATIONS OF MULTICULTURAL PSYCHOLOGY. 1. What is Multicultural Psychology? 2. Racial/Ethnic Identity and Acculturation. 3. Multicultural Research Methods. Part II. MULTICULTURAL ISSUES IN THE CONTEXT OF PSYCHOLOGY. 4. Biological Psychology. 5. Developmental Psychology. 6. Social Psychology. 7. Clinical Psychology. Part III. PSYCHOLOGY IN THE CONTEXT OF MULTICULTURAL ISSUES. 8. African Americans. 9. Latinx Americans. 10. Asian Americans/Native Hawaiians/Pacific Islanders. 11. Native Americans. 12. Emerging Groups. References. Glossary. Index.

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Book SynopsisFrom the UK's foremost literary psychoanalyst, a dazzling new book on the universal urge to change our lives.We live in a world in which we are invited to changeto become our best selves through politics, or fitness, or diet, or therapy. We change all the timegrowing older and olderand how we think about change changes over time too.We want to think of our lives as progress mythsas narratives of positive personal growthat the same time as we inevitably age and suffer setbacks.Adam Phillips's sparkling book On Wanting to Change explores the stories we tell about change, and the changes we actually makeand the fact that they don't always go, or come, together.

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Book SynopsisDrawing on a range of evidence using large-scale data from various countries, the authors consider the key factors that affect human well-being, including income, education, employment, family conflict, health, childcare, and crime.Trade Review"The Origins of Happiness is a wonderful book. It presents a new look at what causes human well-being, and carefully analyzes the policies and programs that can enhance it."—Ed Diener, coauthor of Happiness"Rooted in the best-available evidence for each stage in life, The Origins of Happiness provides an ambitious and comprehensive analysis of what leads to a satisfying life, from childhood to old age."—Alan Krueger, Princeton University"If policymakers want to improve lives, it is important to understand how people feel—and why. This book charts new territory, providing the first map of the long-term drivers of people's happiness."—Martine Durand, chief statistician, OECD"This work is a must-read for the academic, policymaker, and informed citizen alike."—Carol Graham, author of Happiness for All?

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Book SynopsisEver notice that all watch ads show 10:10 as the time? Or that all fast-food restaurants use red or yellow in their logos? Or that certain stores are always having a sale? You may not be aware of these details, yet they've been influencing you all along. Every time you purchase, swipe, or click, marketers are able to more accurately predict your behavior. These days, brands know more about you than you know about yourself. Blindsight is here to change that. With eye-opening science, engaging stories, and fascinating real-world examples, neuroscientist Matt Johnson and marketer Prince Ghuman dive deep into the surprising relationship between brains and brands. In Blindsight, they showcase how marketing taps every aspect of our mental lives, covering the neuroscience of pain and pleasure, emotion and logic, fear and safety, attention and addiction, and much more. We like to think of ourselves as independent actors in control of our decisions, but the truth is far more complicated. Blindsight will give you the ability to see the unseeable when it comes to marketing, so that you can consume on your own terms. On the surface, you will learn how the brain works and how brands design for it. But peel back a layer, and you'll find a sharper image of your psychology, reflected in your consumer behavior. This book will change the way you view not just branding, but yourself, too.Trade Review"This is one of the best reads for marketing professionals." —The Neuromarketing Science & Business Association "The two authors have ... delightfully described how our supposedly hardwired brain can so skillfully be manipulated by the media, merchants, and other mercenaries." —Manhattan Book Review "Blindsight is a rigorous examination of how top brands sneak into our brains and grab the best real estate. Deftly mixing neuroscience, psychology, and fun stories, the book is a delight to read; it will grip you from the start, and leave you feeling smarter." —Rich Karlgaard, publisher at Forbes "Blindsight teaches us how to be smarter consumers who make wise decisions that will ultimately leave us happier, wealthier, and healthier." —Adam Alter, New York Times bestselling author of Drunk Tank Pink and Irresistible "Somewhere hidden between the bright colors, catchy jingles, and strategic placement of advertisements is the psychology behind their influence. This book uncovers this hidden layer of the consumer world and how it affects our thoughts, emotions, and spending habits. A must-read for consumers and marketers alike." —Kendis Gibson, Emmy award-winning journalist and reporter for MSNBC "With an entertaining blend of storytelling and science, Blindsight is a truly eye-opening look into the complex dynamics underlying how brands drive consumer behavior. A must-read book that will have you re-examining both information around you and your own purchase decisions at every turn." —Abigail Sussman, associate professor of marketing at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business "Prince Ghuman and Matt Johnson bring to life the science behind how Facebook holds your attention, how Star Wars captured the hearts of generations of moviegoers, and selling billions in bottled water to consumers with taps in their homes. This is the perfect book for readers looking to understand what happens when the magic behind modern branding meets the machinery of the mind." —Drew Jacoby-Senghor, assistant professor of management at Berkeley Haas School of Business "If you want to understand the driving forces behind your decisions, if you want to be smarter about your purchases, if you want to know how to improve your spending habits, read this book!" —Jiaying Zhao, associate professor of psychology at the University of British Columbia "Johnson and Ghuman artfully combine science, business, and storytelling to help us understand the invisible forces which shape our decisions and experiences. Along the way, they reveal to us all how deeply interwoven consumerism is into the perception of reality itself." —Blake Sherwin, assistant professor of applied mathematics and theoretical physics at Cambridge University "Fast-paced, clever, and utterly fascinating, Blindsight sheds new light on the deeply rooted beliefs and mental gymnastics that brands tap with precision to create preference. Johnson and Ghuman weave meticulously chronicled science into great stories with thoroughly modern examples that will leave consumers, marketers, brands, or just neuro-curious readers with something to chew on and lots to discuss at your next dinner party." —Carol Caruba, principal at Highwire PR "Equal parts science and storytelling, Blindsight changes the way we see ourselves as consumers. . . . This book is an engaging journey into the science of marketing's influence, and how it impacts how we see the world around us." —Judy Fan, assistant professor of psychology at University of California at San Diego "Blindsight is a refreshing, timely book that will make you examine the secret ways marketing influences you. You won't be able to think about your own consumer life the same way." —Sheryle Bolton, serial entrepreneur "Drawing creative and insightful connections between scientific studies and the effectiveness of today's marketing strategies, this book achieves a perfect balance of humor and rigor. Blindsight will make you understand yourself better—as a consumer, and as a person." —Natalia Córdova, psychology lecturer at Yale University "Blindsight is an ideal way to gain insight into the incredibly complex interactions between psychology and neuroscience that are underlying the seemingly simple concept of human intuition." —James Newell, managing director at Voyager CapitalTable of ContentsContents The Power of Blindsight Chapter 1 Eating the Menu Chapter 2 Dropping Anchors Chapter 3 Making the Moment Chapter 4 Memory Remixed Chapter 5 Of Two Minds Chapter 6 Pleasure – Pain = Purchase Chapter 7 Addiction 2.0 Chapter 8 Why We Like What We Like Chapter 9 Empathy and the Human Connection Chapter 10 The Essence of Everything Chapter 11 Midliminal Chapter 12 The Future of Marketing AcknowledgmentsEndnotesAbout the Authors

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Book SynopsisPersonality and performance are intricately linked, and personality has proven to have a direct influence on an individual''s leadership ability and style, team performance, and overall organizational effectiveness. In Personality and the Fate of Organizations, author Robert Hogan offers a systematic account of the nature of personality, showing how to use personality to understand organizations and to understand, evaluate, select, deselect, and train people. This book brings insights from a leading industrial organizational psychologist who asserts that personality is real, and that it determines the careers of individuals and the fate of organizations. The author’s goal is to increase the reader’s ability to understand other people—how they are alike, how they are different, and why they do what they do. Armed with this understanding, readers will be able to pursue their personal, social, and organizational goals more efficiently.&nTrade Review"While no book can offer a road map out of the fog that many organizational behavior researchers have regarding personality, this book does shine considerable light on important topics. There is no doubt it will be considered new and fresh. There are few writers in the organizational sciences--or psychology for that matter--who can communicate material as engagingly as Robert Hogan. He brings the subject of personality to life, and in doing so presents previously explored and unexplored concepts central to personality psychology."—Timothy A. JudgeDepartment of Management, University of Florida"Bob Hogan has taught me more about leadership and personality--both intellectually and experientially--than any person I know. Given what is happening on the world stage as well as in our political, business, health care, and educational systems, this book should be mandatory reading for anyone in a position of authority. Leadership is the number one issue of the day, and we have tolerated weak or mediocre performance from our leaders for far too long."—Gordon CurphyPresident, C3, Co-author of Leadership: Enhancing the Lessons of Experience"It is rare to find such a seriously researched, thoughtfully constructed and paradigm-challenging book so easy to read. This must be on the prescribed reading list of undergraduates and graduates in personality theory, organizational behavior and HR management, as well as read by all consultants and managers interested in the role of personality and individual differences in the workplace."—Adrian FurnhamProfessor of Psychology, University College London"A superb demonstration of the importance of personality traits in organizational contexts, and a lesson for any organizational psychologist (and manager) who undermines the importance of personality in sociological, historical, and political settings. Hogan's new book provides a theoretical and scientifically robust explanation of leadership, managerial incompetence, and job success, in a unique and charming style that is both a joy to read and accessible to everyone. No other author has accomplished this task with such brilliance, and no other book has succeeded at bridging the gap between academic and business knowledge with such accuracy and simplicity: a real masterpiece!"—Tomas Chamorro-PremuzicDepartment of Psychology, University of London, Goldsmiths College"While no book can offer a road map out of the fog that many Organizational Behavior researchers have regarding personality, this book does shine considerable light on important topics. There is no doubt it will be considered new and fresh. There are few writers in the organizational sciences--or psychology for that matter--who can communicate material as engagingly as Robert Hogan. He brings the subject of personality to life, and in doing so presents previously explored and unexplored concepts central to personality psychology."—Timothy A. JudgeDepartment of Management, University of Florida"A superb demonstration of the importance of personality traits in organizational contexts, and a lesson for any organizational psychologist (and manager) who undermines the importance of personality in sociological, historical, and political settings. Hogan's new book provides a theoretical and scientifically robust explanation of leadership, managerial incompetence, and job success, in a unique and charming style that is both a joy to read and accessible to everyone. No other author has accomplished this task with such brilliance, and no other book has succeeded at bridging the gap between academic and business knowledge with such accuracy and simplicity: a real masterpiece!" —Tomas Chamorro-PremuzicDepartment of Psychology, University of London, Goldsmiths College"Bob Hogan has taught me more about leadership and personality--both intellectually and experientially--than any person I know. Given what is happening on the world stage as well as in our political, business, health care, and educational systems, this book should be mandatory reading for anyone in a position of authority. Leadership is the number one issue of the day, and we have tolerated weak or mediocre performance from our leaders for far too long." —Gordon CurphyPresident, C3, Co-author of Leadership: Enhancing the Lessons of Experience"It is rare to find such a seriously researched, thoughtfully constructed and paradigm-challenging book so easy to read. This must be on the prescribed reading list of undergraduates and graduates in personality theory, organizational behavior and HR management, as well as read by all consultants and managers interested in the role of personality and individual differences in the workplace."—Adrian FurnhamProfessor of Psychology, University College London"Robert Hogan is one of the most well known and often cited authors in the realm of personality as it relates to organizations and organizational behavior. As a result, many readers will find his latest text, Personality and the Fate of Organizations, informative and authoritative… Hogan's discussion of the key issues in personality psychology is accurate and in-depth." – Steven M. Elias, PsycCRITIQUESTable of ContentsContents: Preface. What Is Personality Psychology: Defining the Key Issues and Concepts. The Personality Wars: A Brief History of Modern Personality Psychology. Who Shall Rule: Leadership and Personality. Lives in Public: Personality and Team Performance. The Secret Life of Organizations: Personality and Organizational Theory. The Psychology of Managerial Incompetence. How to Fix Incompetence.

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Book SynopsisPsychogeography usually refers to radical and artistic ways of walking or to a conflation of psychology with geography. In this unique work, the author makes arguments for considering psychogeography as a way to critique the contemporary world and to consider new ways of studying the interface of human beings in environments. The book begins by introducing and explaining the term psychogeography from a range of academic, activist, and artistic perspectives. Each chapter presents different approaches to doing psychogeography and there are arguments presented for why there is a need for a postpsychology. The author takes a creative and innovative approach to psychogeography by extending walking methods of research to include other forms of practice and research including playwriting and wargaming. The only book written on psychogeography from a psychological perspective, this book will appeal to researchers and students of psychology, geography, architecture, anTrade Review'Situationist ideas have been trickling their way into the social sciences for some time now. This book by Alex Bridger attempts to demonstrate the relevance of these concepts to psychology. Debord, Trocchi, Ivan Chtcheglov and a whole host of other thinkers are utilised to make fresh connections. It is written with pathos and backed up by a wealth of academic and hard to come by radical texts. I find it a fascinating corrective to depoliticised takes on the Situationist Internationalists and I hope it inspires new research into the relationship between people and their environments.’ – Babak Fozooni, Associate Lecturer, The Open University, UK‘Alex Bridger’s book brings together psychogeography and psychology in a challenge to conventional ways of undertaking academic work. The concepts from both academic fields are well-explained and, in a language accessible to anyone interested in either subject area, scholars or otherwise. Notably, this is a practice-based text, demonstrating the importance of actually carrying out the psychogeographical work in the field, with its socio-political significance well-situated in contemporary times. Bridger instils himself in the text via his practice, demonstrating the importance of the subjective aspect of psychogeography, one that, he explains, is problematic in his own academic field, psychology. It is this, he says, that is its "political purpose", and this too, is what makes the book so significant today. But it is also a personal project for Bridger, and this is what makes it readily available to any potentially interested reader. Bridger’s book is both a new addition to the growing psychogeographical corpus, but also stands in its own right as an excellent current introduction to the subject.’ – Tina Richardson, author/editor of Walking Inside Out: Contemporary British PsychogeographyTable of ContentsChapter 1: Introduction to psychogeography Chapter 2: Conceptualising the field Chapter 3: Doing psychogeography: Dérives, academic papers, playwriting and wargamingChapter 4: Conclusions

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Book Synopsis*Can theory-driven interventions using social cognition models change health behaviour?* How should theoretical models be adapted for intervention?* What are the implications for policy and practice?For many years, social cognition models have been at the forefront of research into predicting and explaining health behaviours. Until recently, there have been few attempts to go beyond prediction and understanding to intervention - but now the position has changed, and a number of excellent interventions have been set up. The purpose of this book is to bring them together in one volume.After an introductory chapter on the models and interventions to be included, there are nine chapters that each address a particular behaviour or set of behaviours, written by the authors of the interventions themselves. Chapters 2 to 4 examine risk-related behaviours (safer-sex; smoking; exposure to radon gas); Chapters 5 to 7 turn to health-enhancing behaviours and screening (reducTable of ContentsNotes on ContributorsAcknowledgementsList of abbreviationsIntroductionsocial cognition models and changing health behavioursEncouraging safer-sex behavioursdevelopment of the SHARE sex education programmeSmoking and smoking cessationmodifying perceptions of riskReducing the risks of exposure to radon gasan application of the Precaution Adoption Process ModelReducing fat intakeinterventions based on the Theory of Planned BehaviourIncreasing participation with colorectal cancer screeningthe development of a psycho-educational interventionChanging health behavioursthe role of implementation intentionsChanging drivers' attitudes to speedingusing the Theory of Planned BehaviourImproving pedestrian road safety among adolescentsan application of the Theory of Planned BehaviourIncreasing cycle helmet use in school-age cyclistsan intervention based on the Theory of Planned BehaviourConclusionusing social cognition models to develop health behaviour interventions:problems and assumptionsIndex

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Book SynopsisâœDrawing on research, theory and survivor wisdom, A Psychosocial Understanding of Self Injury and Trauma provides a clear, down-to-earth and practical guide to supporting people who self-injure.âHelen Spandler, Professor of Mental Health, UCLan UK; Editor, Asylum: the radical mental health magazineâœThis is a very welcome book, which is authoritative and engaging in equal measure.âAndrew Reeves, Professor in Counselling Professions and Mental Health, The University of Chester, UKâœIn this accessible and instructive book Long has made excellent use of her inter-disciplinary knowledge to invite readers to engage with critical thought around self-injury.âFiona Stirling, Lecturer in Counselling, Abertay University, UKâœMaggie Longâs wise and humane study of self-injury offers an important contribution to understanding how personal wounds may come to be âwritTable of ContentsPART ONE: CONTEXTCHAPTER ONE: IntroductionCHAPTER TWO: Defining Self-InjuryCHAPTER THREE: Understanding Self-Injury: APsychosocial LensPART TWO: APPLICATIONSCHAPTER FOUR: Help Seeking for People who Self-InjureCHAPTER FIVE: Counselling for Self-Injury:Relationship MattersCHAPTER SIX: Self-Injury in Response to Trauma and theCase of Northern IrelandPART THREE: CONCLUSIONSCHAPTER SEVEN: Conclusions

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Book SynopsisUsing a bio-psychosocial framework, this popular textbook explains the wide basis of perspectives on which we build an understanding of people's behaviours and why and how we respond in the way we do. This book accessibly explains key concepts including attachment, trauma, developmental psychology and oppression to highlight and enhance social workers' understanding of practice.Thoroughly updated since its popular first edition, the book now includes: A brand new chapter on Attachment More coverage of neurological concepts and their influence on behaviour Expanded material on older people and resilience, crime and violence against black and minority ethnic groups, and domestic violence issues More coverage of mental health, alcohol and drugs and their impact on behaviour Fully updated to reflect the Munro report and recent social worker task force recommendations, this new edition also includes brand new and additional case studies and pedagogy, making thisTable of ContentsList of figuresList of tablesAcknowledgementsIntroductionThe role played by theory in understanding behaviour Part 1: Biological dimensions of human behaviour Biological and medical influences on behaviour Developmental models and considerations Part 2: Psychological dimensions of human behaviour Freud's psychoanalytic and Erikson's developmental theories of behaviour Neo-Freudian or ego psychology perspectives Attachment and object relations theories Behaviourism Cognition and cognitive theories Humanist and existentialist perspectives on behaviour Influences of trauma on behaviour Mental health related influences on behaviourSubstance use related influences on behaviourPart 3: Social dimensions of behaviour Systems theory, ecosystems and personal-cultural-social (PCS) perspectives Families and family systems Feminist perspectives on behaviour Summary: A bio-psychosocial perspective, strengths and resilience BibliographyIndex

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Book SynopsisResearch in collective memory is a relatively new area capturing the interest of scholars in social psychology, memory, sociology, and anthropology. The core idea is that collective attitudes and behaviors are created and shared through common experiences and communication among a cohort of people. For example, people born between 1940 and 1960 are often defined via the JFK assassination and the Vietnam War. Their parents typically experienced lesser impact from these events. Papers about collective memory have appeared in the literature under different guises for the last hundred years. Freud''s Civilization and Its Discontents, Jung''s ideas on the collective unconscious, and McDougall''s speculation on the group mind posited that identity and action could be viewed as resulting from the shared development of a culture. Halbwachs, a French social psychologist (1877-1945) who was the first to write in detail about the nature of collective memory, argued that basic memoTrade Review"This astonishingly international volume marks the coming-of-age of a new approach to the study of memory, in which the memories of entire nations and cultures are treated as social phenomena in their own right. Converging evidence for the value of this approach is provided by contributors from a remarkably wide range of countries -- Spain, Chile, Belgium, Portugal, Italy, the Netherlands, Great Britain, the US. There is a great deal here that most American memory researchers do not yet know, but they will have to learn it soon."—Ulric NeisserCornell UniversityTable of ContentsContents: J.W. PennebakerIntroduction. Part I:The Life of Collective Memories.J.W. Pennebaker, B.L. Banasik, On the Creation and Maintenance of Collective Memories: History as Social Psychology. M.A. Conway, The Inventory of Experience: Memory and Identity. H. Schuman, R.F. Belli, K. Bischoping, The Generational Basis of Historical Knowledge. J. Igartua, D. Paez, Art and Remembering Traumatic Collective Events: The Case of the Spanish Civil War. N.H. Frijda, Commemorating. Part II:Social and Emotional Processes of Collective Memories.B. Rimé, V. Christophe, How Individual Emotional Episodes Feed Collective Memory. D. Paez, N. Basabe, J.L. Gonzalez, Social Processes and Collective Memory: A Cross-Cultural Approach to Remembering Political Events. G.D. Gaskell, D.B. Wright, Group Differences in Memory for a Political Event. C. Finkenauer, L. Gisle, O. Luminet, When Individual Memories Are Socially Shaped: Flashbulb Memories of Sociopolitical Events. G. Bellelli, M.A.C. Amatulli, Nostalgia, Immigration, and Collective Memory. Part III:The Construction, Distortion, and Forgetting of Collective Experiences.E. Lira, Remembering: Passing Back Through the Heart. L. Íñiguez, J. Valencia, F. Vázquez, The Construction of Remembering and Forgetfulness: Memories and Histories of the Spanish Civil War. J. Marques, D. Paez, A.F. Serra, Social Sharing, Emotional Climate, and the Transgenerational Transmission of Memories: The Portuguese Colonial War. R.F. Baumeister, S. Hastings, Distortions of Collective Memory: How Groups Flatter and Deceive Themselves.

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Book SynopsisOffers data and suggestions for practical intervention for those who study and work to support Latinas. This book highlights the challenges these young women face, as well as the ways in which they successfully negotiate those challenges. It is of interest to those who study and work with Latina youth.Trade Review"A groundbreaking volume of social science research that provides us with the missing presence of adolescent Latina girls in research on the family, institutional barriers, and support. A must read in Latina/o Studies!" -- Mary Romero,author of Maid in the USA"Denner and Guzman create a text that is meant to challenge the social sciences and to create new avenues of study that are essentially, girls studiesfocused on Latina girls." * Feminist Collections: A Quarterly of Womens Studies Resources *"Denner and Guzman bring together research that counters with data revealing that young Latinas are successfully negotiating challenges they encounter." * Hispanic Link Weekly Report *"Denner and Guzman offer a compilation that provides a wealth of practical examples for academics, researchers, and community members, breaking down dysfunctional stereotypes and opening doors to new visions." * Analyses of Social Issues and Public Policy *Table of Contents1 Introduction: Latina Girls Transforming Cultures, Contexts, and Selves Jill Denner and Bianca L. GuzmanPart 1: Negotiating Family Relationships2 Los Papas, La Familia y La Sexualidad 3 Con?anza, Consejos, and Contradictions4 La Casa: Negotiating Family Cultural Practices, Constructing Identities 5 Promoting Values of Education in Latino Mother-Adolescent Discussions about Con?ict and SexualityPart 2 : Overcoming Institutional Barriers6 Resistance to Race and Gender Oppression: Dominican High School Girls in New York City 7 La Escuela8 Latina Adolescents' Career Goals: Resources for Overcoming Obstacles 9 Career Expectations and Goals of Latina AdolescentsPart 3: Accessing Institutional Support10 Latina Adolescents' Sexual Health11 "Cien Porciento Puertorriquena" (Puerto Rican,100 Percent) 12 Getting Connected: The Expanding Use of Technology among Latina GirlsPart 4 : Developing Initiative13 La Felicidad: Predictors of Life Satisfaction and Well-Being among Latina Girls14 La Salud: Latina Adolescents Constructing Identities, Negotiating Health Decisions15 Latina Adolescent Motherhood: A Turning Point? 16 Conclusion: Latina Girls, Social Science, and TransformationAbout the Contributors Index

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Book SynopsisDrawing on research in psychology, sociology, education, and race and gender studies, this volume highlights the inadequacies in current identity development theories, expanding our understanding of the lives of urban teens and the ways in which interpersonal connections serve as powerful contexts for self-construction.Trade ReviewThis is the most powerful and original book on adolescent development I have read in recent years. Pride in the Projects is beautifully written, rigorously researched, and passionately argued. -- Greg Dimitriadis,author of Friendship, Cliques, and Gangs: Young Black Men Coming of Age in Urban AmericaThe most powerful and original book on adolescent development read in recent years. . .beautifully written, rigorously researched and passionately argued. * University of Virginia *Recommended for professionals in every field who work with urban youth as it offers valuable insight into teens’ formation of identity and the factors that can influence that development. * VOYA *Pride in the Projects will be a valuable resource for those interested in engaging a holistic view of the everyday lives of youth and serves as a powerful reminder of the knowledge gained when we privilege the voices of those we are striving to understand. * The Journal of Youth and Adolescence *This book offers fresh perspectives on a range of issues. * Choice *Table of ContentsAcknowledgments * 1 "There Are Birds in the Projects": The Ecology of Adolescent Development in Urban America * 2 "I Give People a Lot of Respect": The Self in Interpersonal Relationships * 3 "I Never Thought Kids Would Look Up to Someone Like Me": Lorenzo's Story * 4 "I Can't Act Ghetto in the Ghetto No More": Self, Society, and Social Categories * 5 "I've Never Seen Any Dark-Skinned Girls in Videos": Nicole's Story * 6 "I Can't Lose to No Girl, Man": The Gendered Self * 7 "Manly, Take Charge, the Head Man, the King": John's Story * 8 "If I Never Came Here I'd Be Irresponsible, Like a Little Kid": After-School Programs as Sites of Development and Identity Construction Appendix A: Methods Appendix B: The Contextual Identity Interview: Protocol for Interview 1 Appendix C: The Contextual Identity Interview: Protocol for Interview 2 Appendix D: Photography Project Appendix E: Coding Guidelines for Individuated versus Connected Self-Descriptors Notes References Index About the Author

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Book SynopsisMany citizens in the US and abroad fear that democratic institutions have become weak, and continue to weaken. Politics with the People develops the principles and practice of ''directly representative democracy'' - a new way of connecting citizens and elected officials to improve representative government. Sitting members of Congress agreed to meet with groups of their constituents via online, deliberative town hall meetings to discuss some of the most important and controversial issues of the day. The results from these experiments reveal a model of how our democracy could work, where politicians consult with and inform citizens in substantive discussions, and where otherwise marginalized citizens participate and are empowered. Moving beyond our broken system of interest group politics and partisan bloodsport, directly representative reforms will help restore citizens'' faith in the institutions of democratic self-government, precisely at a time when those institutions themselves feeTrade Review'In this path-breaking book, the authors present a new approach to democratic governance - what they call 'directly representative democracy'. Their approach is sure to change how scholars discuss democracy, and more practically, could change how democracy works. It may well be one of the most important books on democracy and representation in decades.' James Druckman, Northwestern University, Illinois'A breakthrough book, conceptually and practically … it shows how the internet can connect groups of randomly-selected citizens to their congressional representatives for in-depth discussions of important policies. The new ideas about democracy advocated here, combined with the new institutions that the book demonstrates, are easy to implement and have the capacity to revolutionize representative government as we know it … A must-read for elected representatives, citizens, and theorists of democracy.' Jane Mansbridge, John F. Kennedy School of Government, Massachusetts'This book is terrific: beautifully written, culturally relevant, and politically important … The authors achieve a hard-earned degree of optimism about our republic that most Americans, members of Congress, and congressional staff are desperate for … a gift to the Congress and to the citizens of the United States.' Bradford Fitch, President and CEO of the Congressional Management Foundation''The authors provide a potentially game-changing approach for reducing the polarization that paralyzes Washington. Well-written and meticulously researched, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in realistic and workable solutions to congressional dysfunction.' Jason Altmire, Member of Congress (2007–13) and author of Dead Center: How Political Polarization Divided America and What We Can Do About It'At last, a solution-driven, practical, researched approach to civil discourse about our government! How I wish this tool had been available when I served in Congress - it could finally change the tenor of our public debate and at last include citizens into congressional decision-making in a meaningful way. This process could begin to restore America's trust in its government and representatives' accountability to their constituents. Novel and long overdue.' Deborah Pryce, Member of Congress (R-OH15, 1993–2009)'Research like this is essential at a time when democracy around the world, as well as in this country, is facing serious challenges.' David Mathews, President, Kettering FoundationTable of ContentsIntroduction: directly representative democracy; 1. The spirit and form of popular government; 2. Building a new home style; 3. Half of democracy; 4. Rational ignorance and reasonable learning; 5. (The) deliberative persuasion; 6. Representative connections; 7. Scaling up and scaling out; Conclusion: Republican redux.

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Book SynopsisDepression is widely recognised as the leading disability worldwide. Though classified as a medical condition, depression also contains very personal and social aspects which are integral to the experience - as those who have experienced it know all too well. Drawing on research interviews with women who have experienced depression, this psychological study elucidates experiences of depression and the meanings attached to it. In so doing, Browne challenges current understandings of depression as a chronic and endogenous illness and stresses the importance of the perception of authenticity among depression sufferers. Written in plain language accessible to non-specialists, Depression and the Self argues that in depression perceptions of control and the self are intertwined - and that this has important implications for diagnosis and recovery.Trade Review'Tamara Kayali Browne's Depression and the Self presents a sophisticated and original view of depression from the sufferer's point of view. It uniquely captures the experiences of depression, treatment, and recovery and will be of great interest to those who suffer from this condition as well as clinicians and scholars of mental illness.' Allan V. Horwitz, Board of Governors Distinguished Professor of Sociology, Rutgers University, New Jersey'Dr Browne's book is an outstanding example of the new phenomenologically informed, qualitative empirical research on the experience of mental illness. Based on extensive interviews with thirty-seven women with depression, she explores how the multiplex cultural meanings of depression interact with women's senses of self. As a psychiatric educator, I can think of no better book to prepare beginning clinicians to understand the manifold expressions of this condition, and its impact on people's lives. Seasoned clinicians, in turn, will be intrigued by the novel insights gained.' John Z. Sadler, University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Center'Browne's innovative research invites us into the world of expectations and identifications among those recovering from mood disorders. The yield of her study is of immense importance. It enhances our understanding of how depression fits within these subjects' selves as they persist through lives, not just through episodes of disorder. And in so doing, it reveals ways of being well, as much as ill.' Jennifer Radden, University of Massachusetts, Boston'Browne's Depression and the Self is an important new contribution in helping to untangle a great riddle of our times: depression as the number one disability in the world. The book examines complex questions about the self - and in particular, what authenticity means to those with depression, their sense of control, as well as identified triggers for depression - to draw out key conclusions from which researchers, practitioners and patients can all benefit.' Damien Ridge, University of Westminster'… this is an interesting exploration into depression and the ways that the diagnosis can impact on an individual's view on their sense of control and responsibility. The narrative that Browne creates allows us to see the influence that the biomedical model has had on the women and gives us the chance to reflect on the wider context of the condition, further encouraging a sense of empowerment and possibility to change within these individuals.' Taneesha Jones-Seale, Journal of Mental Health'This is a highly readable book, excelling in being led by the respondents themselves, and exploring nuanced differences between their accounts, for instance in how they relate medication to authenticity. … It will be of use to sociologists of (mental) health and illness, and applied mental health scholars and practitioners alike. Her arguments for how to draw on, and take advantage of, people's own accounts of depression are particularly appealing and relevant, and stand to make a timely intervention in mental health research and practice.' Tineke Broer, Sociology of Health and IllnessTable of Contents1. The self and related concepts; 2. The view from inside: the variety of views of depression; 3. Going for help: the impact of diagnosis on the self; 4. Taking the medicine: the impact of medication on the self; 5. Crossing your fingers: predicting depression's role in the future self; 6. Conclusion; Appendix A: listening and learning; Appendix B: women interviewed; Appendix C: interview guide.

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Book SynopsisDoes your family make you smarter? James R. Flynn presents an exciting new method for estimating the effects of family on a range of cognitive abilities. Rather than using twin and adoption studies, he analyses IQ tables that have been hidden in manuals over the last 65 years, and shows that family environment can confer a significant advantage or disadvantage to your level of intelligence. Wading into the nature vs. nurture debate, Flynn banishes the pessimistic notion that by the age of seventeen, people''s cognitive abilities are solely determined by their genes. He argues that intelligence is also influenced by human autonomy - genetics and family notwithstanding, we all have the capacity to choose to enhance our cognitive performance. He concludes by reconciling this new understanding of individual differences with his earlier research on intergenerational trends (the ''Flynn effect'') culminating in a general theory of intelligence.Trade Review'Another superb piece of work by the best mind in the business. The analysis of data is penetrating, the elaboration of its meaning highly illuminating, and the discourse on theories of intelligence is a feast for the mind.' Thomas J. Bouchard, Jr'Another amazing analysis of IQ data by James Flynn! As author of the Stanford-Binet 5, I have admired Flynn's work for many years. I highly recommend his new book that shines new light on the life-course of intelligence.' Gale H. Roid, author of the Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale, 5th edition'James Flynn takes up one of the most important questions in the social sciences - what is left of human autonomy in the genomic age? - and lays out the optimistic case with full acknowledgment of the technical difficulties his argument must surmount. This is the way that we are going to make progress: by engaging an evolving state of knowledge with logic and data, transparently clear prose, and unfailing civility.' Charles Murray, co-author of The Bell Curve'Few intellectuals have grappled honestly with the problems surrounding the causes and effects of intelligence, and fewer still have done so with as much incisiveness and originality as James Flynn.' Steven Pinker, Harvard University, Massachusetts'Professor Flynn has a remarkable ability to explain complex concepts in a way so rational and logical that it seems, after the event, we should be kicking ourselves for overlooking the obvious. His chapter on the Raven's Progressive Matrices is brilliant.' John Rust, Director of The Psychometrics Centre, University of Cambridge, and co-author of Raven's Progressive Matrices'James Flynn, as much as anyone, can take credit for ushering in the age of enlightenment in our understanding of the nature of human intelligence. In this latest chapter, we learn how our families can either advantage or disadvantage us, and how our choices can either foster or impede our intellectual performance.' Joshua Aronson, New York University'This is a brilliant book that anyone will want to read who is even remotely interested in intelligence and what variables affect it. Its take-home message is extremely powerful for people of any age - that they have serious control over their intelligence through the environments they select …' Robert J. Sternberg, PsycCRITIQUESTable of ContentsPart I. Human Autonomy: 1. Twins and autonomy; 2. Justice and freedom; 3. The great debate; 4. Slow and quick decay of family effects; 5. Reconciliation with twins and adoptions; 6. The fairness factor; Part II. Intelligence: 7. The Raven's revolution; 8. Learning from astronomy; 9. The meta-theory of intelligence; 10. Scientific theories of intelligence; 11. Psychology and Cardinal Bellarmine; Appendices.

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Book SynopsisMotivation and cognition were treated as separate concepts throughout most of twentieth-century psychology. However, in recent years researchers have begun viewing the two as inextricably intertwined: not only does what we want affect how we think, but how we think affects what we want. In this innovative study, Beswick presents a new general theory of cognitive motivation, synthesizing decades of existing research in social, cognitive and personality psychology. New basic concepts are applied to a wide range of purposive behaviour. Part I of the volume reviews different forms of cognitive motivation, such as curiosity, cognitive dissonance, achievement motivation, and the search for purpose and meaning, while Part II examines the basic processes that underlie it, such as working memory, attention and emotion. The central concept is the incomplete gestalt, in which motivation is generated by a universal striving to integrate information and make sense at all levels of cognitive organization.Trade Review'This is the definitive book on the history of scientific research on curiosity. Dr Beswick offers a gift to readers, synthesizing research across the twentieth and twenty-first centuries to offer new insights on human motivation.' Todd B. Kashdan, George Mason University, Virginia and author of The Upside of your Dark Side and Curious?'Human beings not only think but want to think, and in particular ways. Beswick's book on cognitive motivation breaks new ground in exploring the fascinating interplay between psychology's two most fundamental concepts, namely cognition and motivation. This is an impressive, thoughtful, erudite treatment of the topic, including dazzling integration of what psychology's best thinkers have had to say about it.' Roy F. Baumeister, author of The Cultural Animal: Human Nature, Meaning, and Social Life'David Beswick shows how the concept of an incomplete gestalt is relevant to different forms of cognitive motivation and how it relates to basic processes of memory, consciousness and emotion, as well as to goals, identity, meaning and purpose. This is a major work, scholarly and well-argued, providing a background to the many fascinating ideas that are presented. Highly recommended.' Norman Feather, Flinders University, AdelaideTable of ContentsIntroduction: the incomplete gestalt; Part I. Forms of Cognitive Motivation: 1. Towards a general theory of cognitive motivation; 2. Curiosity; 3. Intrinsic motivation; 4. Cognitive dissonance; 5. Achievement motivation; 6. Agency, efficacy and attribution; Part II. Basic Processes and Applications: 7. Working memory, consciousness, and attention; 8. The function of emotion in cognitive motivation; 9. Goals; 10. Intentions; 11. Identity; 12. Purpose and meaning.

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Book SynopsisEmotions play a powerful role in close relationships. Significant progress has been made in understanding the temporal features of emotions associated with the development and maintenance of close relationships across the lifespan. This advancement has revealed further questions: which theories help conceptualize interpersonal emotion dynamics? What are the ways researchers can assess and model these dynamics? How do interpersonal emotion dynamics manifest in different close relationships? And do these emotion dynamics contribute to the maintenance or dissolution of relationships? Interpersonal Emotion Dynamics in Close Relationships addresses these and other questions by bringing together state-of-the-art perspectives from scholars widely recognized for their contributions to the study of emotions in relationships. Each chapter defines interpersonal emotion dynamics, reviews methodological or empirical work, and offers important directions for future research. This volume will be a vaTrade Review'Timely, important and well-conceived, this volume addresses a critical topic and does so with great dexterity and depth. The contributors are a stellar group, and the book's chapters are likely to become the go-to source for researchers and those interested in understanding the complex dynamics of emotion in close relationships.' Marc Schulz, Rachel C. Hale Professor in Science and Mathematics, Director of the Clinical Developmental Psychology Program, Bryn Mawr College, Pennsylvania'Interpersonal emotion dynamics are finally receiving adequate attention in research and practice, which is reflected by this valuable book. It delivers a wealth of the most current knowledge available on this topic, addressing manifold facets of the subject. The excellent insights in theoretical models, methods and different correlates are given by leading scholars in the field.' Guy Bodenmann, University of Zurich, Switzerland'What a wonderful book! This volume is a welcome and important addition for any serious student of close relationships, emotion, and how they change over time. Interpersonal Emotion Dynamics in Close Relationships includes a series of cutting-edge and authoritative chapters that bring it all together in an accessible and exciting way.' David A. Sbarra, University of Arizona'This timely book provides a wonderful guide for the exploration of the relatively new field lying at the juncture of relationship research and affective science. Bringing together conceptual, empirical, and methodological innovations that reflect the vibrancy of this emerging field, it is highly insightful, imminently practical, and wonderfully useful for researchers, clinicians, and students.' Eshkol Rafaeli, Bar-Ilan University, IsraelTable of ContentsIntroduction Ashley K. Randall and Dominik Schoebi; 1. Conceptual approaches to studying interpersonal emotion dynamics Ashley K. Randall and Dominik Schoebi; 2. A general framework for capturing interpersonal emotion dynamics: associations with psychological and relational adjustment Laura Sels, Eva Ceulemans and Peter Kuppens; 3. Simplifying the complexity of interpersonal emotion dynamics with regression graphics Jonathan E. Butner, Alexander O. Crenshaw, Ascher K. Munion, Alexander Wong and Brian R. W. Baucom; 4. Methodological approaches to studying interpersonal emotion dynamics Jessica P. Lougheed and Tom Hollenstein; 5. Biological contributions to interpersonal emotion dynamics Baldwin M. Way and Alexis Keaveney; 6. Physiological correlates associated with interpersonal emotion dynamics Darby Saxbe, Hannah Khoddam, Geoffrey W. Corner, Sarah A. Stoycos and Mona Khaled; 7. Interpersonal emotion dynamics within family relationships Rena L. Repetti and Galen D. McNeil; 8. Interpersonal emotion dynamics within young adult and peer relationships Charlie Champion, Thao Ha and Thomas Dishion; 9. Interpersonal emotion dynamics within intimate relationships Sharon Shenhav, Arpine Hovasapian and Belinda Campos; 10. Next steps towards understanding interpersonal emotion dynamics Emily Butler.

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Book SynopsisPower is an inherent feature of social interactions, yet it is hard to define and therefore understand. This book is the first to organize current interdisciplinary theorizing and research about power from leading academics in areas such as social psychology, communications, family studies, and public health. It also focuses exclusively on how power operates and affects close relationship processes, while the theoretical insights provided point the way toward new lines of research and understanding. Using specific examples to illustrate complex theoretical explanations and supplying thorough descriptions of the existing literature on power in close relationships, this book is an essential resource for researchers, professionals, students, or laypeople seeking to better understand how power operates in those relationships that are most important to us.Trade Review'Why do some people have more power than others? When do people use their power for good versus ill? These are among the essential questions that are asked and answered by this stellar and interdisciplinary line-up of scholars. The book is marvelous, and it's a blast to read!' Eli J. Finkel, author of The All-Or-Nothing Marriage and Northwestern University'Power has been the neglected stepchild throughout most of the history of relationship science. Combining insightful theories and cutting-edge research, this volume should do much to change that. If you study, teach, or use relationship research, you won't want to miss this important and thought-provoking advance.' Harry Reis, University of Rochester'This excellent edited volume, compiled by two leaders in the interdisciplinary field of close relationships, fills a gap in the current research on close relationships. This book summarizes several theoretical approaches to power, then explains how power and related phenomena are expressed in different interpersonal contexts.' Susan Sprecher, Distinguished Professor, Illinois State UniversityTable of ContentsAn evolutionary perspective on the role of status in close relationships Gillian A. Mccabe and Virgil Zeigler-Hill; 2. Attachment insecurity and the regulation of power and dependence in intimate relationships Emily J. Cross and Nickola C. Overall; 3. Interdependence perspectives on power in relationships Ximena B. Arriaga, Michael Ioerger and Laura E. Vanderdrift; 4. Leveraging power in intimate partner relationships: a power basis perspective I-Ching Lee, Felicia Pratto and Judy Y. Tan; 5. The dyadic power-social influence model: extensions and future directions Allison K. Farrell, Alexander J. Rothman and Jeffry A. Simpson; 6. The impact of multilevel sources of power on intimate relationship functioning Christopher R. Agnew, Jennifer J. Harman, Elizabeth Keneski and Andrew L. Stewart; 7. Power in families J. Kale Monk, Brian G. Ogolsky and Angela M. Whittaker; 8. When sex is power: gender roles in sex and their consequences Michelle R. Kaufman and Julie Pulerwitz; 9. Power in close intimate relationships Emily A. Impett, James J. Kim and Mariko L. Visserman; 10. Power and interpersonal violence; 11. Power and interpersonal communication Michael E. Roloff and Denise Haunani Solomon; 12. Interpersonal power and nonverbal communication Quinten Bernhold and Norah E. Dunbar.

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Book SynopsisThis book provides an argumentation model for means end-reasoning, a distinctive type of reasoning used for problem-solving and decision-making. Means end-reasoning is modelled as goal-directed argumentation from an agent''s goals and known circumstances, and from an action selected as a means, to a decision to carry out the action. Goal-based Reasoning for Argumentation provides an argumentation model of this kind of reasoning showing how it is employed in settings of intelligent deliberation where agents try to collectively arrive at a conclusion on what they should do to move forward in a set of circumstances. The book explains how this argumentation model can help build more realistic computational systems of deliberation and decision-making, and shows how such systems can be applied to solve problems posed by goal-based reasoning in numerous fields, from social psychology and sociology, to law, political science, anthropology, cognitive science, artificial intelligence, multi-agenTable of Contents1. Introduction to practical reasoning; 2. Practical reasoning in health product ads; 3. Formal and computational systems of practical reasoning; 4. Practical reasoning in arguments and explanations; 5. Explanations, motives, and intentions; 6. Practical argumentation in deliberation dialogue; 7. Goal-based argumentation in different types of dialogue; 8. Practical rationality.

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Book SynopsisMore than thirty-five years ago, a longitudinal study was established to research the health and well-being of older people living in an English city. Self and Meaning in the Lives of Older People provides a unique set of portraits of forty members of this group who were interviewed in depth from their later seventies onwards. Focusing on sense of self-esteem and, especially, of continued meaning in life following the loss of a spouse and onset of frailty, this book sensitively illustrates these persons'' efforts to maintain independence, to continue to have a sense of belonging and to contribute to the lives of others. It examines both the psychological and the social resources needed to flourish in later life and draws attention to this generation''s ability to benefit from strong family support and from belonging to a faith community. In conclusion, it questions whether future generations will be as resilient.Trade Review'This sensitive and insightful study takes us through the last decades of life for a group of older people, stepping along with them in time and hearing what is important to them. Sometimes moving, but often heartening, this book should be read by anyone with an interest in the inner life as we age and in identifying what is needed if we are all to age in ways that we would choose.' Joanna Bornat, The Open University, Milton Keynes'Peter Coleman and his colleagues provide a unique and powerful account of the changing inner lives of older people. Profound, humane, scholarly and grounded in rich data, it tells us more than a thousand other studies of older people about the inner meanings of becoming and being old. It will stand alongside Erikson, Butler and Baltes in the psychology of later life.' Malcolm Johnson, University of Bath'This comprehensive book provides an excellent qualitative view of later life with focus on interpersonal relationships, health and mental health, religion, and self-esteem. It is a rich volume highlighting individual trajectories in late and very late life which features a ground-breaking collection of new ideas and perspectives that surely will help stimulate new research hypotheses. The authors skillfully engage readers on a personal level, and the detailed and rich case studies will undoubtedly be used in graduate classes and serve as the foundation for wide-ranging discussions. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and the approach taken by the authors as they provide such a refreshing view on ageing by including a mix of real-life examples and scholarly interpretations.' Peter Martin, Iowa State University'This book provides unique insights into the lives of people in late old age. Through rich case study material, readers are provided with a remarkable window into the way in which older people maintain their identity and integrity notwithstanding the impact of illness and bereavement. A triumph of committed and dedicated research.' Chris Phillipson, University of Manchester'This book concentrates on the adjustments to two transitions characteristic of later life, from living with a partner to living alone, and from living independently to needing care and support. Its account is illumined by a deep knowledge of international longitudinal studies of living into advanced old age, and is consistently illuminating, subtle and empathetic. Both study and book will be major influences upon and resources for developmental social and psychological gerontology for a long time to come.' Tony Warnes, University of Sheffield'What should captivate the reader are the participants' own words, and they do … I was engrossed in the first-person accounts, thinking increasingly of different ways to use them … Simply put: wow.' Lauren S. Seifert, PsycCRITIQUES'It is a book I would recommend to anyone with an interest in growing older, from the general reader to the undergraduate student, to postgraduates and to established academics. I certainly will be recommending it to my students, and I look forward to re-reading this book over the years.' Kate Bennett, Ageing and SocietyTable of Contents1. Living a long life: why survive?; 2. From self-esteem to meaning: studying psychological well-being in later life; 3. Investigating older people's lives at the end of the twentieth century; 4. Ageing together; 5. Adaptation to loss of spouse; 6. Ageing alone; 7. Women becoming frailer; 8. Men becoming frailer; 9. Towards one hundred years; 10. The future of later life: personal and policy perspectives on ageing and meaning.

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Book SynopsisThis is an ideal reference for those looking to understand, study, and practice community engagement and outreach. It discusses the different ways individuals - including faculty, administrators, and management in organizations - engage in their communities. It supplies case studies, best practices, and theoretical approaches to the study of community engagement. Scholars active in this field can use this book as an integration of the current knowledge concerning community engagement and as an inspiration for future research agendas. Whilst directing how to implement effective community engagement practices, the book also facilitates the application of organizational theory to community engagement. It will appeal to academics who are interested in the theoretical background of community engagement.Trade Review'This Handbook is a must read for students, faculty, community members and other key stakeholders. It presents best practices and examples of university-community partnerships and the importance of community engaged research. Outreach and community engagement efforts are where universities should be investing their time if social change is to take place.' Rhonda K. Lewis, Wichita State University'This is an outstanding compendium of knowledge and best practices for faculty, administrators, and managers in organizations who want to have impact on their communities through partnership and collaboration. Interdisciplinary in scope and broad in perspective, this is an inspiring read that offers key insights and suggestions for making the most of community and engagement and outreach. It is a must-have resource for everyone who wants to make a difference in their community.' Tammy D. Allen, University of South FloridaTable of ContentsPart I. Introduction: Organizational Community Engagement Over Time: 1. The Cambridge Handbook of Organizational Community Engagement and Outreach: introduction, statement of need, and overview of the volume Joseph A. Allen, Roni Reiter-Palmon and Kelly A. Prange; 2. Sustaining community engagement in times of leadership transitions Diann Olszowy Jones and Lorilee R. Sandmann; Part II. University-Community Partnerships: 3. Volunteer program assessment: a university-community partnership Sheridan B. Trent, Kelly A. Prange and Joseph A. Allen; 4. Introducing engaged civic learning: an emerging approach to university-community partnerships Rasheda L. Weaver; 5. Service-learning partnerships in secondary education Rachael Ann Arens; 6. Integrating foreigners into local communities for mutual benefit: chances, challenges, and best practice Fabian Klauke, Annika L. Meinecke, Lena C. Müller-Frommeyer and Simone Kauffeld; 7. A case study on community and identity in a study abroad program Lisa Slattery Walker and Scott T. Fitzgerald; Part III. Disciplinary Outreach: 8. Faculty and students consulting in the community: the Center for Applied Psychological Services Joseph Mroz, Michael Yoerger, Joe Allen and Roni Reiter-Palmon; 9. Discipline specific outreach: client projects through graduate classes and university-based consulting centers Michael B. Hein and Richard G. Moffett, III; 10. Driving workforce readiness: the case for community-based HR initiatives Joseph Jones, Rachael Johnson-Murray, Valerie Streets, Alexander Alonso and Shonna Waters; 11. University educators and disciplinary specialists working together to enhance community outreach and deepen K12 teacher content knowledge Angie Hodge, Cindy York and Janice Rech; Part IV. Interdisciplinary Outreach: 12. The Organizational Science Summer Institute: community outreach to diversify the graduate education pipeline Sabrina L. Speights, Oscar J. Stewart, Enrica N. Ruggs, Steven Rogelberg, Doug Reynold and Shawn Long; 13. Periclean scholars: an interdisciplinary model of civic engagement on college campuses Alexandra M. Dunn, Thomas Arcaro and April Post; 14. University, school district, and service learning community partnerships that work Julie Dierberger, Orentheian Everett, ReNae Kehrberg and Jenna Greene; Part V. Community Leadership: 15. Leading social innovation and community engagement: strategies for picking the right actions Michael D. Mumford, Robert Martin, Samantha Elliott and E. Michelle Todd; 16. Community-based partnership for capacity building: stakeholder engagement through governance and leadership Chelsea R. Willness; 17. 'Make the world a better place': local leadership as a vehicle for personal and community development Dian van Huijstee and Richard Ronay; Part VI. Putting It All Together: 18. Assessing and classifying the institutionalization of community engagement Mathew Johnson and John Saltmarsh; 19. Fostering an integrated culture of community engagement Keristiena S. Dodge, Anthony Starke, Deborah Smith-Howell and Sara Woods; 20. After institutionalization: enacting university-community engagement as a process of change Deborah Romero, Annie Epperson, Elizabeth Gilbert and Christine Marston; 21. Building a university climate to support community-engaged research Valerie Holton, Jennifer Early, Meghan Gough and Tracey Gendron; 22. Putting it all together: an interview with Barbara Holland and final thoughts Joseph A. Allen, Roni Reiter-Palmon, Kelly A. Prange and Barbara A. Holland.

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Book SynopsisWe cannot understand contemporary psychology without first researching its history. Unlike other books on the history of psychology, which are chronologically ordered, this Handbook is organized topically. It covers the history of ideas in multiple areas of the field and reviews the intellectual history behind the major topics of investigation. The evolution of psychological ideas is described alongside an analysis of their surrounding context. Readers learn how eminent psychologists draw on the context of their time and place for ideas and practices, and also how innovation in psychology is an ongoing dialogue between past, present, and anticipated future.Trade Review'The famous statement that psychology has a long past but a short history reflects the fact that empirical psychology is a relatively new arrival among the sciences, but that the fascination with psychological topics has been around for thousands of years. This volume by Robert J. Sternberg and Wade E. Pickren successfully melds the discipline's past and history. Readers get a seamless path from philosophy to natural philosophy to scientific psychology across its many sub-disciplines. Unlike standard histories of psychology, this book shows the breadth of psychology as it has evolved to its present state.' Barney Beins, Ithaca College, New York'By assembling an impressive group of specialist scholars, Robert J. Sternberg and Wade E. Pickren have created a volume of great value for both students and researchers. These lucid historical overviews provide an excellent introduction to the history of the major research areas of modern psychology.' Andrew S. Winston, University of Guelph, Canada'The Cambridge Handbook of the Intellectual History of Psychology reveals the rich tapestry of personalities, ideas, theories, controversies, and empirical findings that have contributed to our contemporary understanding of psychology. It is an engaging, highly accessible, and erudite resource that every teacher and student of psychology needs to read.' Dannette Marie, University of Aberdeen'With chapters from leading experts in the sub-disciplines or active researchers in the history of psychology, both students and professionals now have access to a valuable bank of information concerning the historical evolution of specific sub-disciplines' ideas as a way to address the declining knowledge of disciplinary history.' Ingrid Farreras, Hood College, Maryland'The 19 chapters of this multi-author volume cover the intellectual history of various sub-disciplines and concerns of psychology. Each chapter is written by a specialist in the given field … Many chapters will be engaging for those particularly interested in the history of psychology, and the book could well be valued by students and scholars of that history.' K. S. Milar, ChoiceTable of ContentsIntroduction Robert J. Sternberg and Wade E. Pickren; 1. Major paradigms and approaches in psychology John G. Benjafield; 2. Methodology in psychology Daniel J. Denis and Briana Young; 3. Neuroscience in psychology Gary G. Berntson and David Hothersall; 4. Sensation and perception Linda M. Bartoshuk; 5. Attention Michael I. Posner; 6. Learning Mark Bouton and Robert Boakes; 7. Memory Henry L. Roediger, III, and Jeremy K. Yamashiro; 8. Decision making Yuval Erez and Valerie F. Reyna; 9. Creativity Christa L. Taylor, Vlad P. Glavenau, Allison B. Kaufman and James C. Kaufman; 10. Intelligence Robert J. Sternberg; 11. Development Jeremy Burman; 12. Social psychology Cathy Faye; 13. Gender Alexandra Rutherford; 14. Emotion David Devonis; 15. Motivation Richard M. Ryan, Emma L. Bradshaw and Edward L. Deci; 16. Personality and its assessment James N. Butcher; 17. Abnormal psychology Petteri Pietikainen; 18. Psychotherapy Roderick D. Buchanan and Nicholas O. Haslam; 19. Health psychology Wade E. Pickren.

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