Transforming Lives with Hypnosystemic Therapy
This book provides a practise-based introductory guide for practitioners wishing to integrate Hypnosystemic therapy into their services, examining its roots, principles, and methods.
How the Covid-19 Pandemic Transformed the Mental Health Landscape
This book is a valuable historical record of how counselling psychologists responded to the COVID-19 pandemic around the globe. Volume I includes 14 chapters that address topics associated with transferring counselling practice online. Several chapters focus on transitioning to online therapy from face-to-face contact, including the effect of such a transition on the therapeutic relationship, and working with clients' emotional processes online.Written by prominent researchers and clinicians in the field of counselling and psychotherapy, both the volumes together cover a wide range of perspectives and offer useful clinical recommendations related to effective telepsychotherapy practice. The chapters in these volumes were originally published as a special issue of Counselling Psychology Quarterly.
Internalized Homonegativity Among Same Gender Loving Black Men
This book explores the phenomenon of internalized homonegativity among same gender loving Black men and provides practical and accessible tools to help this cohort, as well as clinical providers serving this group, process their feelings related to this phenomenon.
Investigating the Stanford Prison Experiment
In 1971, psychologist Philip Zimbardo ran the now famous Stanford prison experiment to show that prison could make normal people behave in pathological ways. Based on the first thorough investigation in the archives of the experiment and on interviews with about half of its participants, this book shows that the Stanford prison experiment is far from being scientific. In particular, the guards knew what results were expected from them, they were trained and supervised by the experimenters, and they were following a schedule and a set of rules written by the experimenters. The experimenters deceived the guards and made them believe they were not subjects. They also borrowed many elements from a previous student experiment without disclosing this information in their reports. The prisoners were not allowed to leave the experiment at will, and they were conditioned by the experimenters. The mock prison situation was unrealistic. Most participants did not forget they were participating in an experiment, and many responded to demand characteristics. The data was not collected properly. And the conclusions were pre-written according to non-academic aims. This book goes beyond the experiment to provide ample background and context, in order to understand how the experiment was planned, financed, recorded, and divulged in the press and within the academic. It discusses also the role played by Philip Zimbardo in the trial of one of the guards of Abu Ghraib, as well as the impact of mass media on science, the debates between personal psychology and social psychology, and the specific nature of cold war social science.
Being Found
The goal of the therapist is to find the child. When we have found the child, the child has also made an attempt at being seen. So there we are, face to face with the obstacles and disturbances between us. The child has made some kind of meaning-filled decision to come out and find us. In this space between, this joint, we are charged with holding still and listening for the many forms of nonverbal language the child may use to speak about their hurt. Premature efforts on our part may add static that pushes the child back, away from us. We will be tested in similar ways that the infant needed to test the integrity of an adult, when they cried out with their sharp and sudden needs. This book explores when something has gone wrong. But more so, ultimately it is about righting the relationship through the same trust the child requires at birth. When harm has occurred, the psyche endeavors to defend the self from annihilation by concealing it for the sake of protection within deep unconscious regions of the psyche. In this hidden place, the child suffers somatically and emotionally until the lost aspects can be safely found and re-embodied. In this, the child and the therapist enlist a third entity, the Us in the relationship, to reclaim lost aspects of psyche, or Self. Several chapters explore what us means to the child, with the child's expressions revealing this need for mutuality. Dott Kelly has worked with children for 45 years, dedicated to finding their own in-roads to their experiences. She has been a child mental health therapist working with young children and their families for about 35 years. In 1999, Dott founded Jumping Mouse Children's Center, focused on children ages 21/2 through 12. She expanded her emphasis on young children while training and supervising over 60 therapists. Dott was recognized by Sandplay Therapists of America for her training in in-depth work of sand, symbol, and metaphor. Trained in Sexual Assault programs, she has mentored domestic violence advocates working with children. Dott has consulted in school programs, in interagency meetings with state Child Protective Services, and in court systems. She teaches workshops in clinics and universities about infant trust, trauma, development, and working with the very young.ContentsIntroduction: Being SeenPart I: Between Child and TherapistChapter 1: DelilaChapter 2: Annie and the Wolf: Remembering and MemoryChapter 3: Jamal: Development and TrustChapter 4: Zack and "The Usman" - Back to the BeginningsChapter 5: Orion: Implicit MemoryPart II: Stages of Treatment in Play TherapyChapter 6: Eric and the CatChapter 7: Andy: Being FoundChapter 8: Andrea: Development Within the Therapy SettingChapter 9: Mona: The Wounds of AbandonmentPart III: Working in Transference: The Use of the TherapistChapter 10: Marnie: Co-transferenceChapter 11: Jake: Building the SelfChapter 12: Ruthie: Challenges Between Us in Co-transferenceChapter 13: Clare: Transference and ImaginationPart IV: SupervisionChapter 14: Supervision: Faith and DoubtEpilogue: Rose: Remembering One's SelfReferencesIndex
Post Traumatic Growth
This book is an account of the journey following encounters of trauma and taking steps towards personal growth. I served in the Canadian Armed Forces for 12 years, with 5 years serving as a Close Protection Operator undertaking multiple operations in high-conflict environments - both domestically and overseas. Having completed these missions, I witnessed first-hand the damages of war and have experienced the consequences of combat. This is a tale of torment and tribulation but is also the story of reparation and recovery. A story of surviving trauma and overcoming the wounds war inflicted upon my mind. Within this book, you will read about these traumas. Personal crises and living in a state of mind that is unwell will be shared. The approach to conquering my personal mental health struggles was multi-faceted, and details of this journey will be disclosed in order to hopefully empower others to take the first step in their own recovery. Things such as various treatment styles, inter-personal connections and the accidental introduction to Equine Therapy were all supports to becoming a healthier me. It is my hope that through sharing the intricacies of what I faced, and how I committed to treatment to find meaning, purpose, and strength once again, will help others rediscover their own fortitude, resilience and resolve as they endeavour into the emotional trenches of recovery and emerge healthier, happier, and having taken their own steps towards Post Traumatic Growth.
Depression - There's Someone In My Head But it's Not Me
A journey through life from early years to present day, however since written more events have occurred, who knows could be enough material for book two. Upon reading you might have the thinking of "this is fiction ", I kid you not, everything that you read has occurred and the struggles have and in some cases still carrying on. Any names that appear have been changed, there's no blame game, well there is but that's my demons and only people that have been involved in situations might know it's them I'm writing about. The book is a mix up of an autobiography and a journal of my life, it has a very dark and morbid in parts persona, thoughts of suicide and ending of life are mentioned, It's my views on these subjects and In no way that I would suggest someone should think about taken this sort of action . The subject and title of this book may seem of a serious medical condition, and I guess it is, however, it's mentioned in the book that I don't want the whole world knowing my business, I will, and have dealt with this condition in my own way . Although it's been suggested that I should seek medical advice, I have dealt with it my own way and have a strong feeling that once the medics get involved, I will either be in and out of therapy or hooked on some mind bending drug, well my view is that "Pills don't pay bills". My life today, in the present time frame, is far better than when I was thinking about writing this book. I have my family, my loving wife, My son, my parents are still with us, my health is pretty good, money is tight but then I have had that all my life . Work is good and really I don't want for much, there are people a lot worse off than me. I have a moany grumpy side and that seems to be more present than a happy jolly person that's locked away inside me. A wise man once said," you make your bed, you lay in it", that was my father in law, he's truly missed as is my mother in law, another saying that sticks in my mind is, " Live for the now, enjoy what you have, you can't take it with you when you go ", Very wise words . Enjoy my book.
Room
ROOM: A Sketchbook for Analytic Action is a magazine conceived as an agent of community building and transformation. Its innovative and accessible forum brings different perspectives to bear on the complex problems facing us, while inviting greater familiarity with psychoanalysis as an important lens for personal, cultural, and political discourse. ROOM has been publicly recognized by the broader psychoanalytic community for its outstanding content and transformative analytic mission. In 2018, ROOM won the Gradiva(R) Award for New Media Promoting Psychoanalysis and in 2023 was honored with a first place IPA in the Community Award for its "effective and invaluable contribution to culture." ROOM is also member of The Community of Literary Magazines and Presses (CLMP).
Hidden in Plain Sight
In the intricate tapestry of human relationships, we often take for granted the authenticity of the people we encounter. We assume that behind every friendly smile and charming demeanour lies a person with genuine intentions. However, lurking within the shadows of our everyday lives are individuals who possess an alarming ability to blend in, while concealing a chilling truth. These are the psychopaths, masters of deception and manipulation, who navigate the world with an innate ability to exploit and control those around them. Psychopathy is not just the stuff of horror movies and crime thrillers. It is a real and pervasive personality disorder that affects a significant portion of the population. Psychopaths can be found in every walk of life, from the boardroom to the bedroom, often hiding in plain sight. They can be our colleagues, friends, or even family members, seamlessly integrating into society while pursuing their own selfish agendas. This book aims to illuminate the dark corners where psychopaths reside, offering readers a comprehensive guide to identifying and understanding these enigmatic individuals. Through exploring the traits, behaviours, and tactics employed by psychopaths, we hope to arm you with the knowledge to recognise the signs and protect yourself and those you care about.
You Are Not Alone for Parents and Caregivers
"You are Not Alone is the beacon of hope parents and caregivers need.... Every physician and mental health provider should keep copies of this book to give parents when these issues arise; the insights and hope this book provides will be a powerful tool in the provider's therapeutic toolkit." --Bruce D. Perry, M.D., Ph.D., author, with Oprah Winfrey, of the New York Times #1 bestseller What Happened to You: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience and Healing "Makes the complex world of children's mental health accessible to all while uplifting the voices and experiences of real parents and caregivers." --Jay Shetty, #1 New York Times bestselling author and host of the On Purpose podcastThe perfect follow-up to You Are Not Alone: a guide for parents, educators, caregivers, and mental health professionals on how to navigate mental healthcare for the young people in their lives. A growing number of children and teens in the U.S. are struggling with mental health conditions, but parents, teachers, and other caregivers are often at a loss when concerns arise for their own child. Are your preschooler's constant tantrums typical for their age, or an indication of a developmental difficulty? Is puberty or depression to blame for your pre-teen's challenging behavior? Is my child in the wrong school, or being influenced by the wrong friends? Am I a bad parent or teacher, or am I overreacting? What exactly should I do? In You Are Not Alone for Parents and Caregivers, child psychiatrist and NAMI's Associate Medical Director Dr. Christine M. Crawford provides a comprehensive, compassionate, and practical resource for anyone concerned about a child's mental health. Drawing on her own clinical experience and guidance from leading experts, Dr. Crawford provides a lens through which to understand the many complex factors affecting children's mental health. Analyzing young people from preschool to high school, she shares insights into how mental health conditions may manifest at different ages, what kind of interventions may be necessary, and what to do to help kids thrive. Throughout, the book channels the collective wisdom of the NAMI community. Parents, caregivers, and young people themselves share personal stories about their paths to recovery, ensuring readers know that they are not alone.
Being Weird
In a world that often prizes conformity, Kevin B DiBacco dares you to stand out. (Pocket Size Book)POCKET BOOK 4x6"Being Weird" is a powerful guide to harnessing your unique traits and perspectives to achieve unprecedented success and fulfillment. Drawing from his diverse experiences as a filmmaker, author, and life warrior, DiBacco shows how your quirks are not flaws, but superpowers waiting to be unleashed. Discover how to: - Transform your weirdness into your greatest strength- Boost creativity and innovation through unconventional thinking- Build mental resilience by embracing your authentic self- Become irreplaceable in your personal and professional life"Being Weird" is a bold manifesto that challenges readers to celebrate their unique quirks and perspectives. Kevin B DiBacco argues that embracing one's authentic self is not just liberating, but also the key to unlocking creativity, resilience, and success in both personal and professional realms. Through engaging anecdotes and practical advice, DiBacco shows how being "weird" can be your greatest asset in a world that often values conformity.
Motor inability does not interfere with the interpretation of Scrabble
This study aims to interpret projections in the form of scribbles, recorded by children aged 3 to 4, using a school environment. Its aim is to show that reading scribbles is possible as an instrument for analysing affections, and that motor inability in this age group does not prevent interpretation. It uses the meanings of Wartegg Biedma's traits. The psychoanalytic theory applied was based on Winnicott's theory. This research also looked for confluent points about the mechanisms of projection in other scientists cited. The data was collected in a public school in the city of Monte Carmelo, M.G. The qualitative research was documentary, bibliographical, with field observation, anamnesis with parents and interviews with teachers. This topic will contribute to research material for health and education professionals, as it deals with and understands children's emotional development in its conflicts. The problematic question of the research involved the reading of children's scribbles, without shapes, only scribbles, with an in-depth study of the theories of the scientists mentioned. It was found that there is a balance of "obj
Cognitive distortions and gambling addiction
The choice of this study was based on the observation that young students in schools have an excessive craze for gambling, a practice that is in vogue in the majority of cities in our country. The fact lies in this that these young people strongly believe in false ideas (cognitive distortions) according to which making a maximum amount of money easily after a bet is very obvious. The main objective of this work is to highlight the link that exists between cognitive distortions and the practice of gambling among young students. A study using a self-administered questionnaire was used to collect the data. SPSS 20 software allowed us to analyze the data. The Pearson correlational descriptive test was carried out to analyze the data from 112 students at the Nkolbikon Technical High School. Our results show that: the illusion of control is positively linked to the practice of games of chance and money (JHA) among young students, with a correlation coefficient of r = 0.37 and p = 0.01.
Understanding Sexual Serial Killing
Why do some people engage in serial killing for sexual pleasure? This book considers the phenomenon of sexual serial killing from the perspective of motivation theory, as advanced in psychology and neuroscience. By examining biological, psychological and social determinants, it develops a model of sexual killing that integrates widely dispersed existing literature. The first part of the book reviews scientific data and theories, while the second part presents biographical sketches of 80 sexual killers and links their early development and later killing to current theoretical understanding. The book examines cases of serial killers from the USA, Western Europe, Iran, Australia and South Africa, and it also includes an account of killers from the USSR, made available to non-Russian speakers for the first time. Deliberately written to avoid jargon, Understanding Sexual Serial Killing is accessible to students, scholars and professionals across psychology, sociology, forensic science and law.
Being a woman and being a mum
The territory of assisted reproduction is fertile ground for subjective projects, involving constructions of motherhood and family for both patients and professionals. Constructions about the unspeakable of the feminine that unfold. With reproductive medicine, procreation has been separated from sex and the desire for pregnancy does not translate or equate to the desire to have a child. Motherhood tends to be idealised by women who share in their discourses the subjectively internalised mothers through traits that are particular to each one. The multifaceted fragmentation present in motherhood goes hand in hand with the difficulty of dealing with being a woman, with the feminine that cannot be represented by either women or men. The psychoanalytic reading of Repeat Gestational Loss (RPL), one of the diagnoses of women monitored by reproductive medicine, and of "Tender Loving Care" (TLC), the care recommended by evidence-based medicine for such women, highlights central elements of the interviews. Each woman, continually mobilised by the task of building herself up, turns an immense gear of care and technique around her.
Natural Behavior
Natural Behavior, Volume 66 highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors. There is a long history of studying natural behavior in science. In 1872, Charles Darwin documented his observations on the development of his children in words, which was published in an article titled "A Biographical Sketch of an Infant." Traditionally, observational studies like this had been viewed as insightful but also criticized as not objective and quantitative. More recently, building on advanced computation, the contemporary approaches to studying natural behavior in the real world delivered quantitative results. New sensing and wearable technologies allow researchers to collect high-density data in everyday contexts. With technological advances, we can scale up and obtain quantitative results from real-world data. This volume contains a collection of papers on studying natural behavior of child development. Those papers aim at understanding and predicting behavior and cognition as it occurs within complex real-world situations. Compared with findings from laboratories, the results derived from natural behavior are remarkably reliable, which provides an answer to the reproducibility crisis in science. Moreover, the findings based on natural behavior can be directly applied to the real world, especially in the health and education domains.
An In-depth Exploration of Emerging Trends in Information Technology
As we stand on the brink of a new era of technological advancement, the importance of understanding the trajectory of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, augmented reality, robotics, and others cannot be overstated. These technologies are rapidly integrating into business operations, government policies, and our daily lives, transforming society in unprecedented ways. Welcome to "Navigating the Digital Frontier: An In-depth Exploration of Emerging Trends in Information Technology." This volume takes you on a journey through the dynamic and ever evolving realm of information technology, exploring the most groundbreaking trends that are shaping our digital future. Drawing on the expertise of leading researchers and practitioners across various fields, this book provides a comprehensive examination of the latest innovations in information technology and their potential societal and business impacts. From sustainable innovation through mobile cloud computing to the dark side of artificial intelligence, each chapter delves into a specific aspect of IT's frontier, offering insights, analysis, and perspectives that illuminate the promises and challenges that lie ahead.
Everyday Intuition
A captivating and insightful deep dive into the world of human intuition, exploring the power of this elusive phenomenon and how it can be harnessed to better know and trust ourselves.We rely on our intuition and gut feelings, even though we don't fully understand what it is, how it works, or if we can even trust it. In this fresh, mind-opening book, Elizabeth Greenwood takes us on a sweeping investigation into the subject, exploring how, in our data-driven world, we can harness intuition in our day-to-day lives.Digging deep into her personal experience as well as insights from neuroscience, psychology, feminist texts, psychics, and everyday people with extraordinary intuitive ability, Greenwood explores what we know about intuition--how to distinguish it from instinct, wishful thinking, anxiety, and denial; how it serves and sometimes fails us; how it impacts our dreams and our unconscious mind; and how it manifests in everything from romantic attraction to premonitions. Greenwood places a special emphasis on "women's intuition," and how it has been denigrated throughout history--but can offer us a more hopeful, grounded way of experiencing the world in a time of so much uncertainty.Everyday Intuition provides practical advice on tapping into our self-knowledge and learning to trust our body intelligence and instincts. It examines the science behind intuition, including how our brains process information, how psychedelic medicine and manifestation are opening new doors of consciousness--as well as how these helpful methods are being abused by charlatans, including some "coaches," "teachers," and social media influencers offering false promises--and how we can train ourselves to be more intuitive and ultimately enhance our daily lives.Smart, funny, sincere, and profound, this helpful guide is a modern take on one of the oldest tools we possess. It shows us how embracing intuition and self-trust can lead us to our truest, most mindful selves, and to better align the lives we are living with the lives we desire.So how can you learn to distinguish the signal from the noise and finally trust your inner wisdom?Anxiety vs. Intuition: Learn the crucial differences between a true intuitive hit and the familiar static of anxiety, wishful thinking, or fear, so you can act with confidence.The Science of Knowing: Explore the fascinating neuroscience behind gut feelings, from the brain's rapid pattern recognition to the intelligence of the body itself.Women's Intuition: Unpack the history and power of "women's intuition," examining why this vital skill has been historically dismissed and how to reclaim it.Actionable Strategies: Discover practical, everyday exercises to strengthen your connection to your inner voice--no silent retreats required.
Answers Without Questions
Based on years of classroom activities, Dr. Lowell Mick White allows readers to deeply participate in an ongoing conversation about writing, reading, and creativity. A witty collection of practical advice, apt anecdotes, and oddball aphorisms, Answers Without Questions will enable experienced and beginning writers alike to generate new work, revise existing work, and maintain a steady creative flow in troubled times.
Being Catholic in Troubled Times
These are times that try our souls. This book is addressed to all, not just Catholics, who search for deeper meaning in tough times. Our age is marked by division and alienation. We long for some message that will bring peace to our world and our hearts.This book suggests that the Catholic faith can provide strength in these troubled times. The word "catholic" means "all-embracing, universal." Nothing is excluded in the catholic mind. The truth that sets us free can be found everywhere, especially in unexpected places. It is often hidden in plain sight. In our darkest moments, we find new light and life. When we are most despairing, a ray of hope shines through.
The Existential Playbook
Make your future the best thing that will ever happen to you.Finding meaning, clarity and direction in our lives is challenging. It raises big questions about who we are, what we want and what it takes to survive, live and thrive in today's world.The Existential Playbook is your guiding light; a powerful and optimistic companion for when you're at life's crossroads, searching for answers about what to do next.Drawing on decades of rich, real-world experience, distinguished executive coach, economist, lecturer and keynote speaker Stephen Bruyant-Langer artfully and playfully empowers you to navigate transitions in your personal and professional life with grace, resilience and positivity.Blending practical tools, effective models and real-life case studies with psychological insights and wisdom from the ancient philosophers to cutting-edge modern science and technology, you'll discover how to shape a better tomorrow for yourself and those around you.As you progress, you'll reveal actionable steps that will inspire change, create meaning and lead you to a state of relaxed readiness for whatever your future holds, liberating you to be your true, authentic self and live a fulfilling life.With insights from experts in philosophy, psychology, neurology and strategy, Stephen leverages his proven 10-step executive coaching system alongside his brand-new Nordic Leadership Model. His powerful approach builds on the existentialist principles of choice, action and responsibility, providing you with a transformative roadmap to successfully edit your past, curate your present and design a future you'll love.
Freud and the Problem of Sexuality
While contemporary studies have paid renewed attention to the psychoanalytic theory of sexuality and routinely reference Sigmund Freud, they seldom engage directly with his work. Freud and the Problem of Sexuality returns to Freud's writings to argue that there is still something revolutionary and novel to be found there--something that will come to challenge both philosophical and popular understandings of sexuality. In lively, accessible prose, Bradley Ramos revisits some of the most difficult, even troubling aspects of Freud's work and sheds fresh light on foundational concepts such as Trieb (drive or instinct), perversion, infantile sexuality, and the Oedipus complex. Reading Freud alongside Jean Laplanche, Louis Althusser, and Jacques Derrida, we can begin to see why sexuality becomes for us, as it did for Freud, a problem in and by its nature. However, to take this problem of sexuality seriously, Ramos argues, we must dare to do what most refuse: renounce our persistent fantasies and assumptions about sexuality.
Unfailing Love
Georgia's new husband began acting strangely on their honeymoon. Then he started controlling every aspect of her life and cutting her off from her family and friends. Forbidden to finish her last quarter of university or even play and sing at her beloved piano, she learned to lean deeply on God as she raised their two young sons in this dark environment. The bizarre behavior escalated into mental and physical abuse, and her husband was often hospitalized after being diagnosed first with manic depression, then schizophrenia. Georgia shares her story of hard-won truths learned in seven years of isolation and control. When times were at their worst and she feared for her safety, she battled in prayer and worship. The practice of continual forgiveness set her free and gave her a song in her heart. While this is a story of leaning into God in the midst of deep trials, it is also a story of a new love found. Those going through hard times in a relationship, or who have family members or friends suffering with mental illness, will be encouraged by this true personal account of a woman who learned to walk with God in the midst of her trials. We don't need to remain victims of our circumstances but can learn from them and flourish in freedom and faith instead. -Georgia Morris
Violence as a cause of trauma
Human history has always been characterized by violence, and people are still helplessly at its mercy today. Acts of violence often lead to trauma-related disorders - traumas experienced in childhood in particular have a serious impact. An important contribution to combating this is to raise society's awareness of acts of violence and not to tacitly accept them. This applies in particular to abuse in the home. Violence is not a private matter, no matter where it takes place. The question arises as to the actual social acceptance of assaults and how the criminal relevance of physical, sexual and psychological violence is assessed - this is particularly difficult in the case of psychological violence. Psychologist Sonja Gehard attempts to clarify this and other questions in her academic work. In an empirical study, she examines how individuals assess their experiences of violence and how aware they are of whether or not they are criminal offenses. Particular attention is paid to the consequences for mental health and the resulting everyday problems.
School Resilience for Albino Children in the Drc
This book explores the educational resilience of albino children in the Democratic Republic of Congo through the life stories of eight individuals. Divided into four chapters, it examines the challenges and opportunities of the Congolese education system, theories of resilience, cultural factors influencing stigmatization, and the coping strategies of albino children. By proposing concrete actions based on these analyses, the author aims to raise awareness and encourage a deeper understanding of the resilience of these children.
Deliberate Practice for Psychotherapists
This book explores how psychotherapists can use deliberate practice to improve their clinical effectiveness. Enriched with insightful clinical experiences and anecdotes, Deliberate Practice for Psychotherapists is an important read for graduate students, trainees, and practicing psychotherapists.
The Marquis de Puys矇gur, Artificial Somnambulism, and the Discovery of the Unconscious Mind
This book presents the first full English translation of a foundational text in the history of psychodynamic thinking, and provides a contextual explanation of its contemporary significance.
Comparative Psychopathology
By reading this text, readers will find essential information about how incorporating comparative psychology into understanding psychopathology can make that understanding stronger and how this approach can help psychology can help make for a truly better and just world.
Understanding Human Life through Psychoanalysis and Ancient Greek Tragedy
Drawing parallels between ancient theatre, the analytic setting and the workings of psychic life, this book examines the tragedies of Euripides, Sophocles and Aeschylus through a psychoanalytic lens, with a view of furthering the reader's understanding of primitive mental states.
Uniting Learning Science and Talent Management
This book delves into the relationship between the talent life cycle and learning science, offering a fresh perspective on talent management. Through a meticulous exploration of talent acquisition, management, retention, and exits, it reveals how learning science can be harnessed to enhance organizational growth and employee satisfaction.
Collected Writings of Giles Clark
This timeless and thought-provoking volume makes available the collected writings of Giles Clark (1947-2019), whose original clinical theory constitutes a major contribution to the areas of analytical psychology, psychoanalysis and philosophy. Clark's work influenced generations of analytical psychologists, psychoanalytic psychotherapists and trainees in England, Australia and elsewhere. His oeuvre covers important themes such as psychoanalysis as a deeply relational, mutually transformative and intersubjective endeavor; how, as wounded healers, analysts learn the art of recycling their own madness so as better to assist their patients; the clinical treatment of borderline and narcissistic disturbances and personality disorders; and psychosomatic issues as manifest and experienced in transference and countertransference relations in the analytic field. The book also explores the relevance of Spinoza, Santayana, Jung and German Romantic philosophers to analytical psychology and psychoanalysis, not merely in historical or theoretical terms but as a vital resource to guide clinical practice as demonstrated through a series of compelling case studies. The Collected Writings of Giles Clark is of great interest to Jungian analysts, analytical psychologists and psychotherapists in practice and in training, as well as anyone interested in understanding the interface between depth psychology, philosophy and neuropsychology, and in the mind-body problem more generally.
Case Studies in Cognitive Behavioural Couple Therapy
This book gives readers a rich and detailed understanding of what it is like to work with a diverse range of couple presentations from a CBT perspective. Each chapter provides discussions of strategies for assessment and formulation and includes examples of dialogue from fictionalised case studies as well as therapist tips.
Practicing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with Head and Heart
This book will help readers balance the essential scientific concepts underlying Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with their clinical practice, reconnecting ACT with its behavioural therapeutic roots and Relational Frame Theory.
Breastfeeding Grief
We live in a world where most new parents want to breastfeed, but find they are unable to meet their feeding goals. When breastfeeding and lactation ends before you're ready, or is a challenging experience this can lead to trauma, grief, guilt, and shame. Typically, these feelings are turned inward and trigger a strong sense of failure and self blame. In Breastfeeding Grief: Understanding and Recovery we delve into the complexities of breastfeeding difficulties. Looking at a broader picture and providing solace for mothers who feel they failed their breastfeeding goals by reframing the narrative-these challenges are not based on an individual's failings, but rather reflect broader societal issues. In reading this book, not only will you come away with answers, but also some practical tools and exercises to help you begin to heal, to empower you on a journey of healing. By addressing feelings of shame, grief, and processing your trauma, you can focus on embracing parenthood without the weight of past experiences holding you back. Whether you're seeking answers or searching for ways to heal, Breastfeeding Grief: Understanding and Recovery offers a compassionate and inclusive guide to navigating the complexities of breastfeeding grief and embarking on a journey toward recovery. Lucy Ruddle is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) Holistic Sleep Coach (HSC) and public speaker. With additional training in counselling skills and diplomas in child psychology and child development, Lucy prides herself on her gentle, compassionate, and evidence-based care. Lucy has written three previous books, Relactation: A Guide to Rebuilding Your Milk Supply, Mixed Up: Combination Feeding by Choice or Necessity, and Breastfeeding Myths.
Issue 20
Almost 60,000 words of psychological knowledge, theory and practice by bestselling writer Connor Whiteley in one great collection. If you want great, fascinating information covering a wide range of psychological topics you NEED to buy this issue!BUY NOW!Issue 20 contains two brilliant full-length psychology books: Working With Children and Young People: A Guide To Clinical Psychology, Mental Health and PsychotherapyCBT For Eating Disorders and Body Dysmorphic Disorder: A Clinical Psychology Introduction To Cognitive Behavioural Therapy For Eating Disorders and Body DysmorphiaAND contains 5 enthralling blog posts: What Are The Mental Health Pros And Cons Of Marijuana Use?What Are The Signs Of Infidelity?What Can Your Client Do To Help Their Psychotherapy?Carl Jung And Psychology Of Religion With J. F. PennClose RelationshipsBUY NOW!
Forensic Psychology Of Terrorism And Hostage-Taking
Terrorists plan attacks, create mass terror and destroy lives to achieve their aims. But why? And what makes a person into a terrorist? Also, hostage takers hold people against their will, make demands and threaten the lives of hostages. How can research explain these actions?In this fascinating, easy-to-understand book, you'll learn the forensic psychology research behind terrorism and hostage-taking drawing on perspectives from social psychology, cognitive psychology, personality psychology and more.By the end of this great book, you'll understand: What is terrorism?What factors can lead someone to become a terrorist?Limitations of the current researchHow do hostage negotiations work?And so much more.If you're looking for a great, engaging guide to the forensic psychology of terrorism and hostage-taking then you will love this book.BUY NOW!Forensic Psychology of Terrorism and Hostage-Taking contentIntroductionIntroduction To Terrorism And Consequences Of TerrorismIs There A Terrorist Personality Or Mental Health Condition? And Suicide BombersWhat Makes A Terrorist?Terrorist Ideologies And CognitionHow Do Terrorists Plan Terror Attacks?How Do Terrorist Organisations End?Introduction To Hostage Barricade IncidentsHostage NegotiationsModels Of Hostage NegotiationsHow Terrorism Links To Hostage-Taking?Conclusion
Forensic Psychology Of Terrorism And Hostage-Taking
Terrorists plan attacks, create mass terror and destroy lives to achieve their aims. But why? And what makes a person into a terrorist? Also, hostage takers hold people against their will, make demands and threaten the lives of hostages. How can research explain these actions?In this fascinating, easy-to-understand book, you'll learn the forensic psychology research behind terrorism and hostage-taking drawing on perspectives from social psychology, cognitive psychology, personality psychology and more.By the end of this great book, you'll understand: What is terrorism?What factors can lead someone to become a terrorist?Limitations of the current researchHow do hostage negotiations work?And so much more.If you're looking for a great, engaging guide to the forensic psychology of terrorism and hostage-taking then you will love this book.BUY NOW!Forensic Psychology of Terrorism and Hostage-Taking contentIntroductionIntroduction To Terrorism And Consequences Of TerrorismIs There A Terrorist Personality Or Mental Health Condition? And Suicide BombersWhat Makes A Terrorist?Terrorist Ideologies And CognitionHow Do Terrorists Plan Terror Attacks?How Do Terrorist Organisations End?Introduction To Hostage Barricade IncidentsHostage NegotiationsModels Of Hostage NegotiationsHow Terrorism Links To Hostage-Taking?Conclusion
Social Axioms
The main objective of this research was to determine the mediating role of social axioms between basic psychological needs and subjective well-being in the Romanian cultural context and to conduct a cross-cultural comparative analysis between the Romanian and UK cultural contexts. During the development of this research, the world experienced a pandemic. As a result, the author formulated an additional objective, analysed through the prism of a natural experiment with the variable COVID-19. Hence, comparing axioms, needs, and well-being before and during the pandemic provides unique insights into the impact of a global crisis on these variables. The results show that in Romanian culture, only social cynicism mediates the relationship between needs and well-being. In the UK cultural context, both social cynicism and reward for application mediate the relationship between needs and well-being. Subjective well-being tends to be associated with high linguistic performance in Romanian and English. For both Romanian and UK participants, social cynicism mediates the relationship between the need for competence and well-being, leading to an indirect effect of improving well-being.
A Feminist Companion to Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology
"Hubbard and Hegarty have provided a lively and accessible antidote to malestream history."Alexandra Rutherford, Professor, Department of Psychology, York University, Toronto, Canada"Katherine Hubbard and Peter Hegarty give students and researchers a much-needed accessible and lively feminist overview of the too-often neglected history of gender studies in psychology as well as pressing theoretical and conceptual issues."Stephanie A. Shields, Professor Emeritx, Psychology and Women's Gender, The Pennsylvania State University - University Park, US"This book introduces some of the enduring issues in psychology, but with a contemporary twist, including plenty of rich examples with real people, helping to bring the discipline of psychology to life, warts and all".Hel Spandler, Professor of Mental Health Studies, University of Central Lancashire, UKThe Feminist Companion series includes books which act as your friends and mentors in book form, supporting you in your studies, especially when things get tough. This companion offers crucial support for anyone embarking on a feminist journey through Psychology's past and present. It offers a uniquely critical, inclusive and affirmative approach to understanding gender in Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology (CHIP). By accessibly presenting knotty and entangled topics, this book promises to ignite your curiosity and get you asking questions. The book empowers you to build up a feminist toolkit for action and invites you to critically analyse the history of Psychology in order to gain a unique feminist perspective that can help you challenge and address the gender inequalities that remain in the discipline.Key features include: Five Reasons Why You Need a Feminist Companion - a helpful guide to what readers can expect to gain from this bookLearning objectives to tell you what the chapter will cover and how it relates to what you've learned so farKey questions to help put the theory you are learning into practice Summary sections that articulate the main points of each chapter and provide a useful revision aidA glossary of key termsThis book maps to the British Psychological Society (BPS) curriculum on Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology as well as the Quality Assessment Agency's (QAA) Subject Benchmark Statement for Psychology. Katherine Hubbard is Senior Lecturer at the University of Surrey, UK. Her research and teaching are interdisciplinary, including psychological, historical and sociological components which focus on gender, sexuality and queer studies. She takes an affirmative and inclusive approach and specialises in queer feminist histories of Psychology. Peter Hegarty is Professor of Psychology at the Open University, UK. He is a social psychologist and historian-psychologist who has often argued that human behaviours deemed intelligent, such as language, scientific thinking, and moral reasoning, are invidiously shaped by gender, sexuality and sex norms beyond psychologists' awareness.
Breaking the Clutter Cycle
Are you overwhelmed by clutter? Do you find it challenging to let go of possessions that no longer serve you? In "Breaking the Clutter Cycle," Cynthia Spencer provides a compassionate and comprehensive guide to understanding and overcoming hoarding disorder. Drawing on the latest research and her extensive experience, Spencer delves into the emotional and psychological roots of hoarding, offering readers deep insights into why clutter accumulates and how it can be addressed. This book is not just about tidying up; it's about reclaiming your life from the grips of disorder and creating a living space that fosters peace and productivity. Inside, you'll find: Practical, step-by-step strategies for decluttering and organizing your home Techniques to manage the emotional challenges associated with letting go of possessions Real-life case studies and success stories that illustrate the journey to a clutter-free life Tips for maintaining a clutter-free environment and preventing future accumulation "Breaking the Clutter Cycle" is an essential resource for anyone struggling with hoarding disorder, as well as for their families and loved ones who wish to understand and support them. With empathy and expertise, Cynthia Spencer empowers readers to break free from the chaos and embrace a more organized and fulfilling life.
Issue 22
Over 76,000 words of psychological knowledge, theory and practice by bestselling writer Connor Whiteley in one great collection. If you want great, fascinating information covering a wide range of psychological topics you NEED to buy this issue!BUY NOW!Issue 22 contains two brilliant full-length psychology books: Personality Psychology And Individual DifferencesClinical Psychology Reflections Volume 5AND contains 5 enthralling blog posts: How Can Parents Deal With ADHD?Introduction To The Gamification Of AutismMental Health: What Is Admissible In Court?Why Is Ethics Needed In Psychology Research?Why Do Couples Break Up?BUY NOW!
Breaking the Clutter Cycle
Are you overwhelmed by clutter? Do you find it challenging to let go of possessions that no longer serve you? In "Breaking the Clutter Cycle," Cynthia Spencer provides a compassionate and comprehensive guide to understanding and overcoming hoarding disorder. Drawing on the latest research and her extensive experience, Spencer delves into the emotional and psychological roots of hoarding, offering readers deep insights into why clutter accumulates and how it can be addressed. This book is not just about tidying up; it's about reclaiming your life from the grips of disorder and creating a living space that fosters peace and productivity. Inside, you'll find: Practical, step-by-step strategies for decluttering and organizing your home Techniques to manage the emotional challenges associated with letting go of possessions Real-life case studies and success stories that illustrate the journey to a clutter-free life Tips for maintaining a clutter-free environment and preventing future accumulation "Breaking the Clutter Cycle" is an essential resource for anyone struggling with hoarding disorder, as well as for their families and loved ones who wish to understand and support them. With empathy and expertise, Cynthia Spencer empowers readers to break free from the chaos and embrace a more organized and fulfilling life.
What the Dragon of Psychiatrist Didn't Tell Me...
We live as spiritual beings in very turbulent times. People are increasingly realizing that they are more than just a body walking around. We exist in multiple dimensions, and there is a war over this very knowledge and its consequences: Will we finally be allowed to be healthy, live in peace and freedom, or will we be put back to sleep and most of us oppressed?There is much to discover on the transdimensional levels, but spiritual attacks also come from there, and one should be able to defend oneself. This book provides readers with the basics of spiritual self-defense, staying objective without drifting into esotericism. It contains empowering insights and can even support the healing of psychiatric or physical diagnoses.Whether it's psychosis, anxiety, depression, fatigue, or addiction, the dark practices in our world, such as black magic, manipulation, dark language patterns, or hypnosis, play a significant role in all of these.Many psychiatric diagnoses are related to metaphysical processes, which is unfortunately given too little consideration in therapy. Even physical health can be affected by hypnosis or other subtle attacks. These are human-made and affect us daily.The book contains many practical techniques and helps build an effective mental defense armor.
Man of The Future
What will happen to us in the next fifteen to twenty years? What are we able to change and what do we have no control over? Will we be able to accept our new future? In his new book from the "Man of the Future" series, the famous psychologist and philosopher Sergei Lazarev touches on topics that concern all of humanity. He shares with us keys for creating a lasting and joyful life in the future. The author summarizes all our human values and puts them into several categories. To answer the main questions about the future, with his usual thoroughness and depth, Sergey Lazarev turns to biblical themes and phrases, to various religions and philosophies, to scientific discoveries and the laws of cause and effect. He also refers to real stories from his patients and readers. The author's discoveries and explanations help us to consciously and lovingly accept the future and to take the first step into the future.The author's fascinating and inspiring presentation will help you understand his wisdom and apply his teachings in your life.
Issue 18
Almost 40,000 words of psychological knowledge, theory and practice by bestselling writer Connor Whiteley in one great collection. If you want great, fascinating information covering a wide range of psychological topics you NEED to buy this issue!BUY NOW!Issue 18 contains two brilliant full-length psychology books: Forensic Psychology of False Allegations: The Forensic And Criminal Psychology of False Allegations Of Rape, Sexual Abuse and MoreDementia Psychology: A Cognitive Psychology, Biological Psychology And Neuroscience Guide To DementiaAND contains 5 enthralling blog posts: Why Many Autistic People Don't Like Functional Labels?Who Is Most Vulnerable To Misinformation?Why Are Doctors Moving Away From The Body Mass Index?Why Is It Difficult To Recognise Domestic Violence Against Men?5 Tips To Help You Start Exercising BUY NOW!
The Psychology of Welfare
Professor Jorge Salazar-Carrillo was born in Havana, Cuba. He went to Law School at the University of Havana and also studied Business Administration at the University of Miami graduating with a Bachelor's Degree. In exile, he obtained a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of California at Berkeley. From 1964 to 1979, he was Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution and Professor of Economics at Georgetown University. Since 1980, he has been Chairman and Professor of the Economics Department at Florida International University in Miami, as well as Director of the Center for Economic Research at that same institution. He has published over 60 books and has contributed extensively to scientific journals and textbooks in his field. His articles analyzing economic trends, especially with regards to Cuba and Latin America, are published regularly both locally and internationally, as he is considered one of the most lucid and informed analysts in this area of study. He usually is a guest in various media sources. In the author's own words: "Having concluded half a century of studies in the field of economics, I have come to the conclusion that economic wellbeing is more individual than social, and it is more directly related to psychology and behavior. Furthermore, economic decisions are most highly influenced by these two factors. For this reason, I decided to write not the economics book I produce on a yearly basis, but one that analyzes behavior, as determined by psychological factors".
