Psychology

Brilliantly entertaining, enlightening and inspiring, Robin Skynner and John Cleese take on the big issue: life, and the challenge of living, in all its myriad forms. This book is an essential guide to surviving life's ups and downs - at home or in the...

Since the early 90s, Carol Gray's world-famous Social Stories have helped thousands of children with autism spectrum disorders. This 15th Anniversary Edition of her best-selling book offers over 180 ready-to-use stories that parents and educators have...

When an eating disorder (ED) is involved, the problems caused by miscommunication can have serious consequences. A remark from a parent that is intended as positive encouragement could act as a trigger and a criticism from someone with an ED might really...

From early childhood boys often feel pressured to be athletic and muscular. But what impact does this have on physical and mental well-being through their teens and beyond? Worryingly, a third of teen boys are trying to 'bulk up' due to body...

We are all more primitive and irrational than we care to acknowledge, says Dr. Leonard Shengold in this profound and eloquent book. We all suffer to some degree from delusions-vestiges of infantile mental functioning that continue into adult life and...

Exam Board: SQA Level: National 5 & Higher Subject: Psychology First Teaching: 2017 (N5) 2018 (Higher) This N5 & Higher Psychology...

People who suffer from mental illness rarely do so alone. Their families and loved ones face their own set of unique challenges - problems that deserve their own resources and sources of support. This is the first book written specifically for the loved...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781439167267Author M. Scott PeckFormat PaperbackPage Count 288Imprint The Free PressPublisher Simon & SchusterWeight(grams) 426gDimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm...

Great Myths of the Brain introduces readers to the field of neuroscience by examining popular myths about the human brain. Explores commonly-held myths of the brain through the lens of scientific research, backing up claims with studies and other...

This book offers an overview of the rapidly expanding field of Psycho-Social research. Drawing on aspects of discourse psychology, continental philosophy and anthropological and neuro-scientific understandings of the emotions, psycho-social studies has...

The topic of trauma has been covered in many books, and there are many publications covering the use of SFBT in different settings and with varied client populations. However, the convergence of these topics has, to date, been covered only minutely...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780394710068Author Erving PolsterFormat PaperbackPage Count 352Imprint Random House USA IncPublisher Random House USA IncWeight(grams) 204gDimensions(mm)...

THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING GUIDE FOR HOW TO FEEL GOOD **OVER 1 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLWIDE**Free yourself from fears, phobias and panic attacks. Overcome self-defeating attitudes. Discover the five secrets of intimate communication. Put an end to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781611805642Author Kim John PayneFormat PaperbackPage Count 304Imprint Shambhala Publications IncPublisher Shambhala Publications Inc

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780544570320Author David J MorrisFormat PaperbackPage Count 352Imprint Mariner BooksPublisher Mariner BooksWeight(grams) 272gDimensions(mm) 201mm * 132mm *...

A reference and companion that will continue to serve you through your professional life. So what exactly is life coaching, and is it the career for you? The first task this book undertakes is to address these important questions, as it promotes a...

Craft in Art Therapy is the first book dedicated to illustrating the incorporation of craft materials and methods into art therapy theory and practice. Contributing authors provide examples of how they have used a range of crafts including pottery, glass...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781905664818Author Nancy VerrierFormat PaperbackPage Count 531Imprint British Association for Adoption and Fostering (BAAF)Publisher CoramBAAFWeight(grams)...

Beyond Atomic Habits, a practical and evidence-based guide by a world-renowned researcher on hacking your habits for lasting change.If you've ever set a goal to start a new habit or break an old one and you fell off the wagon; if you've been in a cycle...

A PORCHLIGHT BEST BUSINESS BOOK AWARD WINNERAN INC. MAGAZINE NON-OBVIOUS BOOK AWARDS PICKA unique and revelatory guide to understanding and navigating the unwritten rules of the workplace-the key to achieving success, finding meaning, and staying true to...

In the 1950s and i60s, Jack LaLanne revolutionized the physical fitness and health industry by promoting and teaching exercise and nutrition. Today, we complete the fitness revolution with Innerciseoa comprehensive guide to science-based mental and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781647432287Author Patrick KingFormat HardbackPage Count 238Imprint Pkcs Media, Inc.Publisher Pkcs Media, Inc.Weight(grams) 363gDimensions(mm) 203mm * 127mm...

Most people think about philosophical problems without realizing it: What really exists? Can we know anything? Is anything really right or wrong? Does life have any meaning? Is death the end of everything? These problems have been written about for...

Glasser has worked with choice theory for half of his 40 years of psychiatric practice. Basically, choice theory helps its users avoid confrontation and ask pertinent questions. It sees conscious or unconscious desire for external control as the main...

Break the chains of OCD with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Are you suffering from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)? You're not alone. Whether you've tried countless treatments or are seeking help for the first time, this expert, accessible guide is...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780995593695Author Dominic Milton TrottFormat PaperbackPage Count 636Imprint MxZero PublishingPublisher MxZero PublishingDimensions(mm) 216mm * 140mm * 38mm

In an era when more people are taking psychiatric drugs than ever before, Joanna Moncrieff's explosive book challenges the claims for their mythical powers. Drawing on extensive research, she demonstrates that psychiatric drugs do not 'treat' or 'cure'...

Developmental Perspectives in Child Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy incorporates recent innovations in developmental theory and research into our understanding of the nature of change in child psychotherapy. Diverse psychoanalytic ideas and individual...

'No brief survey can do justice to the richness, complexity and detail of Foucault's discussion' New York Review of BooksThe second volume of Michel Foucault's pioneering analysis of the changing nature of desire explores how sexuality was perceived in...

From a Forbes 30 Under 30 scientist comes a fascinating exploration into how the brain creates our conscious experiences-potentially revolutionizing neuroscience and the future of technology-transforming the very fabric of our society.Throughout history,...

A great "philosopher" once said "trying to understand women is like trying to smell the color 9." But the fact is, men can understand women to their great benefit. All they need is the right teacher. And arguably there is no better teacher than John...

Research suggests that anorexia nervosa and other eating disorders, whilst not prevalent in the population, have the highest mortality rate of all psychological problems. The development of effective treatment programs is therefore an important priority...

Four essays on the psychological aspects of art. A study of Leonardo treats the work of art, and art itself, not as ends in themselves, but rather as instruments of the artist's inner situation. Two other essays discuss the relation of art to its epoch...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781608194964Author James W. PennebakerFormat PaperbackPage Count 368Imprint Bloomsbury PressPublisher Bloomsbury Publishing PlcWeight(grams) 385g

Practical and easy to use, this resource is for practitioners working in early years settings to help children aged 0-2 to develop secure and positive attachments with their parent or carer.Designed to be flexible for one-to-one or group work, the...

For decades Erik H. Erikson's concept of the stages of human development has deeply influenced the field of contemporary psychology. Here, with new material by Joan M. Erikson, is an expanded edition of his final work. The Life Cycle Completed eloquently...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781935866510Author Anne SpeckhardFormat HardbackPage Count 882Imprint Advances PressPublisher Advances PressWeight(grams) 1438gDimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm...

AN INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER'As the title suggests, Waypoints is a rewarding mix of markers, both personal as he reflects on his life and geographical as he leads the reader along the West Highland Way' - The Scotsman'A deeply...

'Funny and thought provoking' - Financial TimesFascinated by madness, strange behaviour and the human mind, Jon Ronson has spent his life exploring mysterious events and meeting extraordinary people. Collected from various sources, including GQ and The...

Psychoanalytic psychotherapy is in every way a perplexing business. Through a frank dialogue between a former patient and her former therapist Psychotherapy and the Everyday Life introduces psychodynamic therapy to prospective and beginning patients. It...