Top Psychology & Psychiatry eBooks

Crime Classification Manual: A Standard System for Investigating and Classifying Violent Crimes eBook by Douglas, John E. / Burgess, Ann W. / Burgess, Allen G.

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 54:11:33 GMT

This is the second edition of the landmark book that standardized the language and terminology used throughout the criminal justice system. It classifies the critical characteristics of the perpetrators and victims of major crimes—murder, arson, sexual assault, and nonlethal acts—based on the motivation of the offender. The second edition contains new classifications on computer crimes, religion-extremist murder, and elder female sexual homicide. This edition also contains new information on stalking and child abduction, the use of biological agents as weapons, cybercrimes, Internet child sex offenders, burglary and rape, and homicidal poisoning. In addition, many of the case studies and crime statistics have been updated.

After the Affair eBook by Spring, Janis A.

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 54:11:33 GMT

For the 70 percent of couples who have been affected by extramarital affairs, this is the only book to offer proven strategies for surviving the crisis and rebuilding the relationship –– written by a nationally known therapist considered an expert on infidelity.

When I was 15, I was raped. That was nothing compared to your affair. The rapist was a stranger; you, I thought, were my best friend.

There is nothing quite like the pain and shock caused when a partner has been unfaithful. The hurt partner often experiences a profound loss of self–respect and falls into a depression that can last for years. For the relationship, infidelity is often a death blow.

After the Affair is the first book to help readers survive this crisis. Written by a clinical psychologist who has been treating distressed couples for 22 years, it guides both hurt and unfaithful partners through the three stages of healing: Normalizing feelings, deciding whether to recommit and revitalizing the relationship. It provides proven, practical advice to help the couple change their behavior toward each other, cultivate trust and forgiveness and build a healthier, more conscious intimate partnership.

Change Your Brain, Change Your Life eBook by Amen, Daniel G., M.D.

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 54:11:33 GMT

Daniel G. Amen, M.D., is a clinical neuroscientist, child and adolescent psychiatrist, and medical director of the Amen Clinic for Behavioral Medicine in Fairfield, California. The recipient of awards from the American Psychiatric Association, the Baltimore-D.C. Institute for Psychoanalysis, and the U.S. Army, Dr. Amen is a nationally recognized expert on the relationship between the brain and behavior and on attention deficit disorder, and is the author of several books, including Windows into the ADD Mind and Firestorms in the Brain.

From the Trade Paperback edition.

An Unquiet Mind eBook by Jamison, Kay Redfield

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 54:11:33 GMT

As a founder of UCLA's Affective Disorder Clinic and a co-author of a standard medical text, Dr. Kay Redfield Jamison may be the foremost authority on manic-depressive illness.  She is also one of its survivors.  And it is this dual perspective -- as healer and healed -- that makes Jamison's memoir so lucid, learned, and profoundly affecting.

Even as she was pursuing her psychiatric training, Jamison found herself succumbing to the exhilarating highs and paralyzing lows that afflicted many of her patients. Though the disorder brought her seemingly boundless energy and mercurial creativity, it also propelled her into spending sprees, episodes of violence, and an attempt at suicide.  

Powerfully candid, exceptionally wise, An Unquiet Mind is one of those rare books that has the power to transform lives -- and even save them.

From the Trade Paperback edition.

Body Language For Dummies eBook by Kuhnke, Elizabeth

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 54:11:33 GMT

Customer Review: This book is absolutely Incredible.. I learned tons, and even incorporated some of my own nuances, and subtle movements to complement the ones listed in this book. I Highly recommend this book to anyone who Demands Control of their enviroment.

Delivered from Distraction eBook by Ratey, John J. Hallowell, Edward M., M.D.

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 54:11:33 GMT

Advance praise for Delivered from Distraction

“Delivered from Distraction is just what it promises. In this remarkable volume, Ned Hallowell and John Ratey bring the latest information on ADD to homes and hearts everywhere, conveying the burgeoning scientific information with humor, hope, and clarity. As the authors point out, ADD needn't be a sentence to secondhand status. The ADDer who hearkens to their sage and practical whole-life advice will make the most of his or her talents. This book is certain to be a classic for the next decade.”
–PETER S. JENSEN, M.D., Ruane Professor of Child Psychiatry, director, Center for the Advancement of Children’s Mental Health, Columbia University/New York State Psychiatric Institute

“If you read only one book about attention deficit disorder, it should be Delivered from Distraction. No two psychiatrists in America have thought more deeply about ADD than Ned Hallowell and John Ratey, and no one writes about it with more feeling, understanding, and accuracy. Most important, Hallowell and Ratey share their wisdom about living a good life with ADD. What an optimistic and helpful book!”
–MICHAEL THOMPSON, PH.D., New York Times bestselling co-author of Raising Cain

“Edward Hallowell has written a comprehensive, easy-to-understand book on ADD. This is clearly the definitive source of information on Attention Deficit Disorder.”
–HAROLD S. KOPLEWICZ, M.D., Arnold and Debbie Simon Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, director, Child Study Center, New York University School of Medicine

“A deeply wise and truly helpful book, written with frankness, humor, and tremendous empathy. As a pediatrician, I have been recommending Driven to Distraction to parents for many years, and this new book brings the reader fully up to date in a rapidly changing field, combining the important information about the science and treatment of ADD with powerful advice about getting through life, succeeding in life, and enjoying life.”
–PERRI KLASS, M.D., author of Quirky Kids

“What is unique and particularly valuable in Hallowell and Ratey’s approach is the hopeful message, insistently repeated, that ‘at the heart of ADD lies a bonanza of wonderful qualities,’ and that in treatment, these strengths and talents can and should be identified and developed.”
–CHARLES MAGRAW, M.D., past president, Boston Psychoanalytic Society and Institute

From the Hardcover edition.

50 Great Myths of Popular Psychology: Shattering Widespread Misconceptions about Human Behavior eBook by

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 54:11:33 GMT

50 Great Myths of Popular Psychology uses popular myths as a vehicle for helping students and laypersons to distinguish science from pseudoscience.

Uses common myths as a vehicle for exploring how to distinguish factual from fictional claims in popular psychology
Explores topics that readers will relate to, but often misunderstand, such as "opposites attract," "people use only 10% of their brains," and handwriting reveals your personality
Provides a "mythbusting kit" for evaluating folk psychology claims in everyday life
Teaches essential critical thinking skills through detailed discussions of each myth
Includes over 200 additional psychological myths for readers to explore
Contains an Appendix of useful Web Sites for examining psychological myths
Features a postscript of remarkable psychological findings that sound like myths but that are true
Engaging and accessible writing style that appeals to students and lay readers alike

Dealing with Difficult People eBook by Brinkman, Rick, Kirschner, Rick

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 54:11:33 GMT

Dealing with Difficult People

Clinical Psychology in Practice eBook by

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 54:11:33 GMT

Academic, clinical and research aspects are offered in collaboration with clinical practitioners, who provide the clinical experience to foster the development of competencies in Health and Social Care.

Provides a clear, authoritative and lively introduction to the practice of clinical psychology
Explains succinctly the range of competencies which a psychologist is expected to possess, and how these can be applied in a variety of contexts
Key issues covered include awareness of the social context, the need for responsive and flexible practice, and respect for diversity
Examples and principles are provided which demonstrate the clinical psychologist in action, and explain why and how they work as they do

Cheating in School: What We Know and What We Can Do eBook by

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 54:11:33 GMT

Cheating in School is the first book to present the research on cheating in a clear and accessible way and provide practical advice and insights for educators, school administrators, and the average lay person.

Defines the problems surrounding cheating in schools and proposes solutions that can be applied in all educational settings, from elementary schools to post-secondary institutions
Addresses pressing questions such as "Why shouldn't students cheat if it gets them good grades?" and "What are parents, teachers, businesses, and the government doing to unintentionally persuade today's student to cheat their way through school?"
Describes short and long term deterrents that educators can use to foster academic integrity and make honesty more profitable than cheating
Outlines tactics and strategies for educators, administrators, school boards, and parents to advance a new movement of academic integrity instead of dishonesty

Creativity eBook by Csikszent, Mihaly

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 54:11:33 GMT

Creativity is about capturing those moments that make life worth living. The author's objective is to offer an understanding of what leads to these moments, be it the excitement of the artist at the easel or the scientist in the lab, so that knowledge can be used to enrich people's lives. Drawing on 100 interviews with exceptional people, from biologists and physicists to politicians and business leaders, poets and artists, as well as his 30 years of research on the subject, Csikszentmihalyi uses his famous theory to explore the creative process. He discusses such ideas as why creative individuals are often seen as selfish and arrogant, and why the tortured genius is largely a myth. Most important, he clearly explains why creativity needs to be cultivated and is necessary for the future of our country, if not the world.

Coherent Breathing - The Definitive Method - Theory & Practice eBook by Elliott, Stephen / Edmonson, Dolores

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 54:11:33 GMT

Written as a companion to The New Science of Breath, Coherent Breathing - The Definitive Method presents a major expansion of respiration and its relationship to blood flow, arterial pressure, heart rate variability (HRV), and autonomic governance. It presents for the first time, "The 12 Tenets of Coherent Breathing", a comprehensive set of principles for achieving peak health and performance via optimal blood flow and its result, autonomic nervous system balance. It presents 5 new case studies with annotated color graphs and charts. Essential reading for health care professionals, peak performance coaches, athletes, and serious health enthusiasts.

Clinical Supervision in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling: Principles, Models, Methods, Revised Edition eBook by Powell, David J. / Brodsky, Archie

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 54:11:33 GMT

“The perfect handbook for the clinical supervisor.” --Nancy Waite-O’Brien, director, Education and Training, Betty Ford Center

 “An outstanding contribution to the professional well-being of the addiction field.” --Thomas McGovern, editor, Addiction Treatment Quarterly

“Forever useful.”--S. Beckett, education and training coordinator, National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors

Bulldogs For Dummies eBook by Ewing, Susan M.

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 54:11:33 GMT

An all-new Dummies guide to an increasingly popular dog breed Bulldogs, also known as English Bulldogs, recently moved up from 16th to 14th in the American Kennel Club's breed rankings, with over 19,000 registered in 2004. This book delivers just what new Bulldog owners need to keep these affectionate, courageous dogs happy and healthy, covering feeding, grooming, supplies, and basic training. It provides in-depth coverage of Bulldog-specific health care issues, such the special care needed for their folds of skin, their vulnerability to the heat, and typical breeding challenges. The book also discusses other bulldog breeds, such as French Bulldogs (#49 in the AKC rankings) and American Bulldogs. Susan M. Ewing (Mesa, AZ) has been writing about dogs and other pets since 1964. She is a member of the Dog Writers Association of America and the treasurer of the Cat Writers Association.

Asking Questions: The Definitive Guide to Questionnaire Design -- For Market Research, Political Polls, and Social and Health Questionnaires, Revised eBook by Bradburn, Norman M.

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 54:11:33 GMT

Since it was first published more than twenty-five years ago, Asking Questions has become a classic guide for designing questionnairesthe most widely used method for collecting information about people's attitudes and behavior. An essential tool for market researchers advertisers, pollsters, and social scientists, this thoroughly updated and definitive work combines time-proven techniques with the most current research, findings, and methods. The book presents a cognitive approach to questionnaire design and includes timely information on the Internet and electronic resources. Comprehensive and concise, Asking Questions can be used to design questionnaires for any subject area, whether administered by telephone, online, mail, in groups, or face-to-face. The book describes the design process from start to finish and is filled with illustrative examples from actual surveys.