A transformative theme - from deficits to strengths - emerges in this book, as it surveys the mounting evidence that programs that shore up resilience can and do work. Empirically rich chapters show h
In a volume dedicated to Erich Fromm, "who pointed the way toward an understanding of psychology and consumer culture," psychologists Kasser (Knox College, Galesburg, IL) and Kanner (Saybrook Graduate
McGrath (emeritus, psychology and women's studies, U. of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign) and Tschan (social and work psychology, U. of Neuchatel, Switzerland) incorporate the theoretical and empirical rese
In Personality-Guided Therapy for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, George S. Everly, Jr., and Jeffrey M. Lating shed light on the role personality factors play in the genesis and treatment of posttrauma
This text examines the role of psychological and behavioral interventions in primary care medicine. Several introductory chapters define primary care psychology and examine unique aspects of clinical
Although she is saddened that storm damage has caused her to lose some of her branches, Little Tree draws strength and happiness from the knowledge that she still has a strong trunk, deep roots, and a
Research psychologists from Canada, the US, South Africa, and Britain trace the course of psychological writing on race, and analyze the relationship between the study of racial differences and broade
Twenty-nine academics from the U.S. and Canada provide practical guidelines to new academics (of various types Ph.D. graduate, postdoctoral fellow, or in a faculty position) on the significant aspects
Eight contributions overview action therapy methods involving physical movement and expressive arts techniques and illustrate the application of each method to specific therapy cases, describing the r
Clinical psychologists Firestone and Lisa A. Firestone, and education theorist Joyce Catlett identify and describe the defensive process that constrains people from making positive changes in their li
Written by and for practicing therapists, this text focuses on feminist issues in family therapy. In the first two chapters, the editors place feminist family therapy within its historical context and
Five contributions from practitioners and educators survey 50 years of the accreditation of programs in psychology, including doctoral and internship programs as well as accreditation in professional
The social behavior of the 55 million rural residents of the United States differs from urban residents and necessitates a different approach to federal and state policies promoting health care in the
This brief guide for graduate students explains mentoring and its advantages and offers advice on finding a mentor and managing the relationship. The structure and boundaries of the mentor-protege rel
For children who are ready for the complete basic story about sexual reproduction, text and illustrations explain the male and female body; human sexuality; the physiology of conception, pregnancy, an
An outgrowth of the work of the American Psychological Association's Working Group on Children and Disasters. Chapters identify research issues related to children's trauma responses to the experience
While gardening with her grandfather after a rough first week of fourth grade, Amy learns that it's sometimes better to stand up for herself, rather than just trying to be nice.
While gardening with her grandfather after a rough first week of fourth grade, Amy learns that it's sometimes better to stand up for herself, rather than just trying to be nice.
A selection of 21 papers from two conferences. The first, in Rockville, Maryland (no date noted), focused on self-injurious behavior; the second, in San Diego in March 2000, on mental retardation and
While his parents are away for a few days Tyler has fun staying with his best friend Cindy's family, even though he sometimes feels lonely or afraid, in a story that includes a note to parents about h
While his parents are away for a few days Tyler has fun staying with his best friend Cindy's family, even though he sometimes feels lonely or afraid, in a story that includes a note to parents about h
Academics in psychology examine the negative and positive characteristics and motives of inconsiderate and annoying behaviors and relational transgressions. They discuss variables that influence perce
Counselors, psychologists, and career service professionals present essays that cover the gambit of assessment services available. The issue of diverse student populations is addressed in several of
Published as part of the APA centennial celebration, this history documents the Association's evolution in response to intellectual, cultural, political, and economic developments. Member price, $32.
In this fifth edition of her best‑selling textbook, Clara Hill presents an updated model of essential helping skills for undergraduate and first‑year graduate students. Hill’s model consists of three
This book shows how forgiveness oriented Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps individuals and couples process and transform distressing negative emotions by accessing internal resources of strength and
Multicultural and intersectional aspects of identity are crucial components of human psychology. Yet, properly teaching and accounting for these factors in psychology courses can be a challenge. This
Created in the 1950s by the legendary Albert Ellis, rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT) teaches clients to challenge their irrational thinking. REBT is based on the simple idea that it is n
If you are leaning backwards in your chair, are you more likely to think about the past than the future? When you say that someone “leaves me cold,” do you literally feel cold? What
Congratulations on declaring your psychology major! Psychology is among the most popular majors in college today—yet, it’s possible that you chose it without realizing how very broad
First published in 1995, Ethical Conflicts in Psychology has long been a definitive resource for students, researchers, and practitioners. Widely adopted as a textbook in graduate psychology cou
This book surveys the exciting opportunities that await psychologists in national security settings. The authors are experienced consulting psychologists who provide a richly detailed introduction for
This handbook provides guidance to organizational and social science scholars interested in pursuing multilevel research. Organizational relationships are complex. Employees do their work as individua
This book describes six therapy models that can be used to treat individuals in facilities that offer short-term group psychotherapy. Group psychotherapy can be daunting, especially for students and
After years of hard work and many long hours, you’ve finally finished your dissertation and earned your doctorate. You have persevered through many challenges, but there is still one dilemma that lays
This American Psychological Association of Graduate Students (APAGS) workbook helps doctoral psychology students navigate the internship application process. After an overview of the process, chapt
Many researchers today view emotions as biologically-based, evolutionary adaptations to environmental stimuli. In this book, Stefan Hofmann and Stacey Doan argue that emotions cannot be understo
