Tracy (psychology, U. of British Columbia, Canada) et al. compile 24 chapters that examine the self-conscious emotions that regulate and motivate thoughts, feelings, and behaviors: embarrassment, guil
Aldwin (human development and family sciences, Oregon State U., Corvallis) considers psychosocial stress, how people cope with it, and what that means for adaptation and health, with a focus on transa
Highly practical and accessible, this is an indispensable resource for any mental health practitioner working withyouth at risk for violent behavior. Presented is a comprehensive framework for
Schumm (teaching and learning, U. of Miami) compiles 14 chapters by education scholars in Florida in a guide (which originated in a doctoral seminar in reading) to differentiated instruction for diver
Weaving together the latest knowledge and best practices for teaching children to read, this indispensable text and professional resource provides a complete guide to differentiated instruction for di
This practical book presents cutting-edge approaches to couple and family therapy that use attachment theory as the basis for new clinical understandings. Fresh and provocative insights are provided o
This far-reaching work from renowned scientist-practitioner Russell A. Barkley provides a radical shift of perspective on ADHD. The volume synthesizes neuropsychological research and theory on the exe
Singer (psychology, Connecticut College) describes techniques that bridge the clinical and the theoretical as he describes a multi-dimensional approach that combines major personality studies with emp
Addressing the widespread and painful problem of chronic peer rejection, this book combines up-to-date research with practical strategies for school- and clinic-based intervention. An innovative devel
This highly readable volume illuminates the interplay among biological, psychological, and social-contextual processes in the development of such prevalent problems as depression, schizophrenia, ADHD,
A hands-on resource for practitioners, this book provides step-by-step guidance for developing a comprehensive school safety plan. Moving from needs assessment to implementation and evaluation, chapte
Grounded in cutting-edge theory and research about literacy development, this book is filled with practical assessment and instructional ideas for teachers of pre-K through grade 3. Engaging vignettes
In this provocative and engaging book, Lee Kirkpatrick establishes a broad, comprehensive framework for approaching the psychology of religion from an evolutionary perspective. Within this framework,
Editors Putallaz (psychology, Duke U.) and Bierman (clinical child psychology, Pennsylvania State U.) synthesize the growing body of knowledge on the development of aggression and violence in girls, f
Now available in paperback for the first time, this classic work presents a cognitive-semiotic framework for understanding how maps work as powerful, abstract, and synthetic spatial representations. E
Thirty mental health specialists from the U.S. and Australia contribute 16 chapters addressing the conceptual, empirical, and applied issues pertaining to early intervention for trauma and traumatic l
This practical book presents cutting-edge approaches to couple and family therapy that use attachment theory as the basis for new clinical understandings. Fresh and provocative insights are provided
This work presents a unifying theory of personality disorders with vital implications for clinical practice. Lorna Smith Benjamin presents the Structural Analysis of Social Behavior (SASB), a dimensi
This book presents current, research-based best practices for supporting young children's development as readers and writers. From leading figures in early literacy, the book demonstrates that scienti
Now available in paper for the first time, this volume brings together leading contributors to provide a comprehensive review of theory, research, and practice in child and adolescent personality asse
As evolutionary and biological theories of psychology gain prominence, not incidentally buttressing conservative political agendas and the profits of pharmaceutical corporations, a number of feminist
As a therapist, do you ever shake hands with a client? Do you ever lightly touch a client's hand or shoulder as a conversational marker? What happens if you inadvertently touch a client? Nonerotic tou
This volume demonstrates how promoting children's engagement with reading can greatly enhance reading achievement. From leading literacy researchers and educators, the book illuminates what a child ne
Emotional expression is the link between internal experience and the outside world. It is intimately connected to who we are, how we feel, and how we relate to others. In daily life, expression enable
Intended for practicing therapists and other mental health, social service, and legal professionals. Heineman (psychiatry and pediatrics, U. of California at San Francisco) shows how abuse disrupts no
Barkley (psychology, psychiatry, & neurology, U. of Massachusetts Medical Center) offers a counter to current conceptualizations of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, arguing that it is funda
This book is the first systematic integration of cognitive and semiotic approaches to understanding maps as powerful, abstract, and synthetic spatial representations. Presenting a perspective built
It has been said that "hypnosis is a collection of techniques in need of a unifying theory." (James A. Hall,Hypnosis: A Jungian Perspective). While the varied substrates of these techniques
Early treatment literature on anorexia nervosa and bulimia reported almost exclusively on brief treatment approaches that entailed either psychopharmacological or cognitive-behavioral interventions. W
Geared to the needs of mental health practitioners unfamiliar with dissociative disorders, this volume presents a comprehensive and integrated approach to diagnosis and treatment. Each step--from fir
Tens of thousands of clinicians have used this book--now revised and expanded with 50% new material--to plan and organize effective interventions for children and adolescents who have experienced comp
This important work presents the results of the most comprehensive scientific study to date of early child care and its relation to child development. In one volume, a critical selection of material f
This important work presents the results of the most comprehensive scientific study to date of early child care and its relation to child development. In one volume, a critical selection of material
