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Irreducible Mind

Toward a Psychology for the 21st Century

by Edward F. Kelly, Emily Williams Kelly, Adam Crabtree, Alan Gauld, Michael Grosso, Bruce Greyson ...

Current mainstream opinion in psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy of mind holds that all aspects of human mind and consciousness are generated by physical processes occurring in brains. Views of this sort have dominated recent scholarly publication. The present volume, however, demonstrates_empirically_that this reductive materialism is not only incomplete but false. The authors ... Read more

$55.99 USD

Current mainstream opinion in psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy of mind holds that all aspects of human mind and consciousness are generated by physical processes occurring in brains. Views of this sort have dominated recent scholarly publication. The present volume, however, demonstrates_empirically_that this reductive materialism is not only incomplete but false. The authors
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Interviewing as Qualitative Research

A Guide for Researchers in Education and the Social Sciences

by Irving Seidman ...

This popular text provides step-by-step guidance for new and experienced researchers who want to use interviewing as a research method. Appropriate for individual and classroom use, this expanded edition explains the rationale for interviewing and the complexity of selecting interview participants, important interviewing techniques, and how to work with the results of interviews.“For four editions ... Read more

$33.99 USD

This popular text provides step-by-step guidance for new and experienced researchers who want to use interviewing as a research method. Appropriate for individual and classroom use, this expanded edition explains the rationale for interviewing and the complexity of selecting interview participants, important interviewing techniques, and how to work with the results of interviews.“For four editions
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The Myth of Mental Illness

Foundations of a Theory of Personal Conduct

by Thomas S. Szasz ...

“The landmark book that argued that psychiatry consistently expands its definition of mental illness to impose its authority over moral and cultural conflict.” — New York TimesThe 50th anniversary edition of the most influential critique of psychiatry every written, with a new preface on the age of Prozac and Ritalin and the rise of designer drugs, plus two bonus essays.Thomas Szasz's classic book ... Read more

$7.99 USD

“The landmark book that argued that psychiatry consistently expands its definition of mental illness to impose its authority over moral and cultural conflict.” — New York TimesThe 50th anniversary edition of the most influential critique of psychiatry every written, with a new preface on the age of Prozac and Ritalin and the rise of designer drugs, plus two bonus essays.Thomas Szasz's classic book
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Data Analytics for the Social Sciences

Applications in R

by G. David Garson ...

Data Analytics for the Social Sciences is an introductory, graduate-level treatment of data analytics for social science. It features applications in the R language, arguably the fastest growing and leading statistical tool for researchers.The book starts with an ethics chapter on the uses and potential abuses of data analytics. Chapters 2 and 3 show how to implement a broad range of statistical ... Read more

$132.99 USD

Data Analytics for the Social Sciences is an introductory, graduate-level treatment of data analytics for social science. It features applications in the R language, arguably the fastest growing and leading statistical tool for researchers.The book starts with an ethics chapter on the uses and potential abuses of data analytics. Chapters 2 and 3 show how to implement a broad range of statistical
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Persuasion and Healing

A Comparative Study of Psychotherapy

by Jerome D. Frank, Julia B. Frank, Bruce E. Wampold ...

A thorough update of Jerome Frank's groundbreaking work on the science and philosophy of psychotherapy.In this updated edition of Persuasion and Healing, Julia B. Frank, MD, and Bruce E. Wampold, PhD, examine psychological healing in both scientific and cultural terms, building upon Jerome D. Frank and his colleagues' sixty years of research into the mechanisms of psychotherapy and the nature of ... Read more

$31.99 USD

A thorough update of Jerome Frank's groundbreaking work on the science and philosophy of psychotherapy.In this updated edition of Persuasion and Healing, Julia B. Frank, MD, and Bruce E. Wampold, PhD, examine psychological healing in both scientific and cultural terms, building upon Jerome D. Frank and his colleagues' sixty years of research into the mechanisms of psychotherapy and the nature of
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Research Methods in Practice

Strategies for Description and Causation

by Dahlia K. Remler, Gregg G. Van Ryzin ...

Thoroughly updated to reflect changes in both research and methods, this Third Edition of Remler and Van Ryzin’s innovative, standard-setting text is imbued with a deep commitment to making social and policy research methods accessible and meaningful. Research Methods in Practice: Strategies for Description and Causation motivates readers to examine the logic and limits of social science research ... Read more

$70.19 USD

Thoroughly updated to reflect changes in both research and methods, this Third Edition of Remler and Van Ryzin’s innovative, standard-setting text is imbued with a deep commitment to making social and policy research methods accessible and meaningful. Research Methods in Practice: Strategies for Description and Causation motivates readers to examine the logic and limits of social science research
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Bowen Theory's Secrets

Revealing the Hidden Life of Families

by Michael E. Kerr, M.D. ...

A much-needed update to one of the most significant family therapy theories of the past century.Murray Bowen (1931–1990) was the first to study the family in a live-in setting and describe specific details about how families function as systems. Despite Bowen theory being based on research begun more than seventy years ago, the value of viewing human beings as profoundly emotionally-driven ... Read more

$32.99 USD

A much-needed update to one of the most significant family therapy theories of the past century.Murray Bowen (1931–1990) was the first to study the family in a live-in setting and describe specific details about how families function as systems. Despite Bowen theory being based on research begun more than seventy years ago, the value of viewing human beings as profoundly emotionally-driven
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Pathological

The True Story of Six Misdiagnoses

by Sarah Fay ...

USA TODAY NATIONAL BESTSELLERAN APPLE BOOKS PICK OF THE MONTH"Sharply personal and impeccably detailed."—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"[A] fiery manifesto of a memoir."—New York Times“Masterfully written, distinctively researched, deeply humane … Genius.”—Anthony Swofford, international and New York Times bestselling author of Jarhead“A major contribution … A necessary book.”—Johann Hari, author ... Read more

$13.49 USD

USA TODAY NATIONAL BESTSELLERAN APPLE BOOKS PICK OF THE MONTH"Sharply personal and impeccably detailed."—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"[A] fiery manifesto of a memoir."—New York Times“Masterfully written, distinctively researched, deeply humane … Genius.”—Anthony Swofford, international and New York Times bestselling author of Jarhead“A major contribution … A necessary book.”—Johann Hari, author
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Sampling

Design and Analysis

by Sharon L. Lohr ...

Series series Chapman & Hall/CRC Texts in Statistical Science
"The level is appropriate for an upper-level undergraduate or graduate-level statistics major. Sampling: Design and Analysis (SDA) will also benefit a non-statistics major with a desire to understand the concepts of sampling from a finite population. A student with patience to delve into the rigor of survey statistics will gain even more from the content that SDA offers. The updates to SDA have ... Read more

$102.99 USD

"The level is appropriate for an upper-level undergraduate or graduate-level statistics major. Sampling: Design and Analysis (SDA) will also benefit a non-statistics major with a desire to understand the concepts of sampling from a finite population. A student with patience to delve into the rigor of survey statistics will gain even more from the content that SDA offers. The updates to SDA have
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Strange Contagion

Inside the Surprising Science of Infectious Behaviors and Viral Emotions and What They Tell Us About Ourselves

by Lee Daniel Kravetz ...

Picking up where The Tipping Point leaves off, respected journalist Lee Daniel Kravetz’s Strange Contagion is a provocative look at both the science and lived experience of social contagion.In 2009, tragedy struck the town of Palo Alto: A student from the local high school had died by suicide by stepping in front of an oncoming train. Grief-stricken, the community mourned what they thought was an ... Read more

$9.99 USD

Picking up where The Tipping Point leaves off, respected journalist Lee Daniel Kravetz’s Strange Contagion is a provocative look at both the science and lived experience of social contagion.In 2009, tragedy struck the town of Palo Alto: A student from the local high school had died by suicide by stepping in front of an oncoming train. Grief-stricken, the community mourned what they thought was an
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The Handbook of Music Therapy

Edited by Leslie Bunt, Sarah Hoskyns, Sangeeta Swamy ...

The Handbook of Music Therapy takes the reader on a journey through the historical and contemporary landscape of the field of music therapy, updated with the latest practical, sociocultural and theoretical perspectives and developments in music therapy.The second edition is divided into four parts: foundation and context; music therapy practice; learning and teaching; and professional life. This ... Read more

$48.99 USD

The Handbook of Music Therapy takes the reader on a journey through the historical and contemporary landscape of the field of music therapy, updated with the latest practical, sociocultural and theoretical perspectives and developments in music therapy.The second edition is divided into four parts: foundation and context; music therapy practice; learning and teaching; and professional life. This
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Psychology from An Empirical Standpoint

by Franz Brentano ...

Series series Routledge Classics
Franz Brentano is one of the founding fathers of twentieth century philosophy, celebrated for introducing the concept of intentionality to philosophy as well as making significant contributions to ethics and logic. His work exerted great influence on major philosophers such as Edmund Husserl, but also philosophers travelling in the opposite direction, such Gottlob Frege. He counted Sigmund Freud ... Read more

$42.99 USD

Franz Brentano is one of the founding fathers of twentieth century philosophy, celebrated for introducing the concept of intentionality to philosophy as well as making significant contributions to ethics and logic. His work exerted great influence on major philosophers such as Edmund Husserl, but also philosophers travelling in the opposite direction, such Gottlob Frege. He counted Sigmund Freud
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The Mixed Methods Research Workbook

Activities for Designing, Implementing, and Publishing Projects

by Michael D. Fetters ...

Series series Mixed Methods Research Series
Written by Michael D. Fetters, one of the leading scholars in the field and co-editor of the Journal of Mixed Methods Research, The Mixed Methods Research Workbook: Activities for Designing, Implementing, and Publishing Projects is the perfect tool for doctoral students and researchers who want support throughout their research project, as well as a practical way to apply the knowledge they’ve ... Read more

$52.19 USD

Written by Michael D. Fetters, one of the leading scholars in the field and co-editor of the Journal of Mixed Methods Research, The Mixed Methods Research Workbook: Activities for Designing, Implementing, and Publishing Projects is the perfect tool for doctoral students and researchers who want support throughout their research project, as well as a practical way to apply the knowledge they’ve
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The Gift of Therapy

An Open Letter to a New Generation of Therapists and Their Patients

by Irvin Yalom ...

Acclaimed author and renowned psychiatrist Irvin D. Yalom distills thirty-five years of psychotherapy wisdom into one brilliant volume.The culmination of master psychiatrist Dr. Irvin D. Yalom’s more than thirty-five years in clinical practice, Gift of Therapy, The EPB is a remarkable and essential guidebook that illustrates through real case studies how patients and therapists alike can get the ... Read more

$15.49 USD

Acclaimed author and renowned psychiatrist Irvin D. Yalom distills thirty-five years of psychotherapy wisdom into one brilliant volume.The culmination of master psychiatrist Dr. Irvin D. Yalom’s more than thirty-five years in clinical practice, Gift of Therapy, The EPB is a remarkable and essential guidebook that illustrates through real case studies how patients and therapists alike can get the
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Love's Executioner

And Other Tales of Psychotherapy

by Irvin D. Yalom ...

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFrom renowned psychiatrist Irvin D. Yalom, intimate and enriching stories of patients struggling with anxiety, isolation, and the meaning of life.**“Dr. Yalom demonstrates once again that in the right hands, the stuff of therapy has the interest of the richest and most inventive fiction.” ―**New York TimesIn this bestselling classic, mast... ... Read more

$13.99 USD

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFrom renowned psychiatrist Irvin D. Yalom, intimate and enriching stories of patients struggling with anxiety, isolation, and the meaning of life.**“Dr. Yalom demonstrates once again that in the right hands, the stuff of therapy has the interest of the richest and most inventive fiction.” ―**New York TimesIn this bestselling classic, mast...
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Split-Second Persuasion

The Ancient Art and New Science of Changing Minds

by Kevin Dutton ...

An "entertaining" look at the psychology and neuroscience behind the act of influencing others ( Kirkus Reviews).People try to persuade us every day. From the news to the Internet to coworkers and family, everyone and everything wants to influence our thoughts in some way. And in turn, we hope to persuade others. Understanding the dynamics of persuasion can help us to achieve our own goals—and ... Read more

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An "entertaining" look at the psychology and neuroscience behind the act of influencing others ( Kirkus Reviews).People try to persuade us every day. From the news to the Internet to coworkers and family, everyone and everything wants to influence our thoughts in some way. And in turn, we hope to persuade others. Understanding the dynamics of persuasion can help us to achieve our own goals—and
... Read more
The Complete Works of Carl Jung. Vol.1. Illustrated

Psychological Types, The Theory of Psychoanalysis, The Association Method, Psychology of the Unconscious and others

by Carl Gustav Jung ...

Translated by H.G. Baynes, Frederick Peterson, Abraham Arden Brill, W.S. Dell, Cary F. Baynes, Beatrice M. Hinkle ...

This first volume of The Complete Works of Carl Jung presents a landmark collection of his early and foundational writings, offering a deep dive into the formative ideas that would shape 20th-century depth psychology. Richly illustrated and thoughtfully curated, this edition includes seminal works such as Psychological Types, The Theory of Psychoanalysis, The Association Method, and Psychology of ... Read more

$0.99 USD

This first volume of The Complete Works of Carl Jung presents a landmark collection of his early and foundational writings, offering a deep dive into the formative ideas that would shape 20th-century depth psychology. Richly illustrated and thoughtfully curated, this edition includes seminal works such as Psychological Types, The Theory of Psychoanalysis, The Association Method, and Psychology of
... Read more
Telling Lies: Clues to Deceit in the Marketplace, Politics, and Marriage (Revised Edition)

Clues to Deceit in the Marketplace, Politics, and Marriage

by Paul Ekman ...

Paul Ekman’s classic book on reading faces and body language provides the science for highly anticipated Fox TV series Lie to Me.Paul Ekman is a renowned expert in emotions research and nonverbal communication. In Telling Lies, he describes how our language, facial expressions, and the way we hold our bodies can be read to tell whether we are being honest or not. Fox TV has created a series ... Read more

$12.99 USD

Paul Ekman’s classic book on reading faces and body language provides the science for highly anticipated Fox TV series Lie to Me.Paul Ekman is a renowned expert in emotions research and nonverbal communication. In Telling Lies, he describes how our language, facial expressions, and the way we hold our bodies can be read to tell whether we are being honest or not. Fox TV has created a series
... Read more
The Art of Choosing

by Sheena Iyengar ...

The nationally recognized, leading authority on choice exposes the surprising truths behind the decisions we make everyday.Every day we make choices. Coke or Pepsi? Save or spend? Stay or go?Whether mundane or life-altering, the choices we make define us and shape our lives. Sheena Iyengar asks the difficult questions about how and why we choose: Is the desire for choice innate or bound by culture ... Read more

$10.99 USD

The nationally recognized, leading authority on choice exposes the surprising truths behind the decisions we make everyday.Every day we make choices. Coke or Pepsi? Save or spend? Stay or go?Whether mundane or life-altering, the choices we make define us and shape our lives. Sheena Iyengar asks the difficult questions about how and why we choose: Is the desire for choice innate or bound by culture
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The Ultimate Guide to Numerology

by Linda Alchin ...

Numerology is a very ancient science dating back thousands of years. It offers an insight into the personality by assigning numeric values, or numbers, to the letters which are contained in names. Each letter contained in a name is assigned a number. Every number is associated with specific characteristics or personality traits. These numbers and personality traits and characteristics can also be ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Numerology is a very ancient science dating back thousands of years. It offers an insight into the personality by assigning numeric values, or numbers, to the letters which are contained in names. Each letter contained in a name is assigned a number. Every number is associated with specific characteristics or personality traits. These numbers and personality traits and characteristics can also be
... Read more
Research Design

Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches

by John W. Creswell, J. David Creswell ...

The Sixth Edition of the bestselling Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches provides clear and concise instruction for designing research projects or developing research proposals. This user-friendly text walks readers through research methods, from reviewing the literature to writing a research question and stating a hypothesis to designing the study. At each ... Read more

$70.19 USD

The Sixth Edition of the bestselling Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches provides clear and concise instruction for designing research projects or developing research proposals. This user-friendly text walks readers through research methods, from reviewing the literature to writing a research question and stating a hypothesis to designing the study. At each
... Read more
Competent to Counsel

Introduction to Nouthetic Counseling

by Jay E. Adams ...

A classic in the field of Christian counseling, Competent to Counsel is one of the first works to fully articulate a vision of "nouthetic" counseling—a strictly biblical approach to behavioral counseling and therapy.Dr. Jay Adams defends the idea that the Bible itself, as God's Word, provides all the principles needed for understanding and engaging in holistic counseling. Using biblically directed ... Read more

$8.99 USD

A classic in the field of Christian counseling, Competent to Counsel is one of the first works to fully articulate a vision of "nouthetic" counseling—a strictly biblical approach to behavioral counseling and therapy.Dr. Jay Adams defends the idea that the Bible itself, as God's Word, provides all the principles needed for understanding and engaging in holistic counseling. Using biblically directed
... Read more
Psychology Made Simple

From Freud to Forensics, an Invaluable Introduction to the Most Popular of All Modern Sciences

by Alison Thomas-Cottingham Ph.D. ...

Series series Made Simple
The newest addition to the Made Simple series, Psychology Made Simple takes readers on a fascinating journey through the human mind. This balanced overview explores the fundamental theories of the field, from developmental, social, and abnormal psychology to sensation and perception, cognition, and personality. Practical issues such as research methods and professional opportunities are also ... Read more

$12.99 USD

The newest addition to the Made Simple series, Psychology Made Simple takes readers on a fascinating journey through the human mind. This balanced overview explores the fundamental theories of the field, from developmental, social, and abnormal psychology to sensation and perception, cognition, and personality. Practical issues such as research methods and professional opportunities are also
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Outsmart Your Brain

Mental DIscipline, #4

by Steven Schuster ...

Series Book 4 - Mental DIscipline
What motivates us into doing or avoiding things? Why do our predictions not reflect reality?Traditional economics claims humans are rational actors. But is this true? Think about the last time you bought something expensive; was that item really the best choice based on value and utility? We all fall prey to irrationality and biases and make decisions based on them. This contradicts the wisdom of ... Read more

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What motivates us into doing or avoiding things? Why do our predictions not reflect reality?Traditional economics claims humans are rational actors. But is this true? Think about the last time you bought something expensive; was that item really the best choice based on value and utility? We all fall prey to irrationality and biases and make decisions based on them. This contradicts the wisdom of
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