We design to elicit responses from people. We want them to buy something, read more, or take action of some kind. Designing without understanding what makes people act the way they do is like exploring a new city without a map: results will be haphazard, confusing, and inefficient. This book combine..
Product DescriptionThis collection of recent, opposing articles on 21 of the most talked-about topics in world politics offers readers a way to tie together theory and concepts with today's headlines. Its informative yet provocative readings encourage discussions, questions, and analytical and criti..
“Heartfelt and ever-endearing-equal parts information and inspiration. This is a book to keep by your bedside and return to often.”-Amy Dickinson, nationally syndicated advice columnist "Ask Amy"More than one thousand extraordinary Americans share their stories and the wisdom they have gained on liv..
501 English Verbs gives the conjugations or conjugated forms of the irregular and regular verbs most frequently used in speech and writing. Each verb is presented alphabetically, one verb per page, with the page head showing the verb in its infinitive form. The verb's principal parts are then given ..
This bold re-examination of the history of U.S. economic growth is built around a novel claim, that productive capacity grew dramatically across the Depression years (1929-1941) and that this advance provided the foundation for the economic and military success of the United States during the Second..
Available in both one-volume and two-volume paperback editions, A History of Modern Europe presents a panoramic survey of modern Europe from the Renaissance to the present day. A seasoned teacher and talented historian, Professor Merriman’s offers a carefully crafted narrative that guides students t..
Available in both one-volume and two-volume paperback editions, A History of Modern Europe presents a panoramic survey of modern Europe from the Renaissance to the present day. A seasoned teacher and talented historian, Professor Merriman’s offers a carefully crafted narrative that guides students t..
A classic in its field, loved by instructors and students for its narrative flair, humor, authority, and comprehensive coverage. More than 100,000 copies sold! Available in both one-volume and two-volume paperback editions, A History of Modern Europe presents a panoramic survey of modern Europe from..
Since 1975, Robert M. Julien's A Primer of Drug Action has been the definitive guide to the effects of psychoactive drugs on the brain and on behavior.Now fully updated, this popular guide continues to lead the way through a rapidly changing field, providing readers with a clear, contemporary, and o..
A Primer on International Health is a compact, engaging reader-friendly anthology that covers the key global health topics that confront humanity in the twenty-first century. As a primer, this book strives to provide a foundation of learning on the most current and enduring international human healt..
Abnormal Child and Adolescent Psychology approaches child and adolescent behavior from a developmental perspective to allow readers to incorporate multiple theories into an integrated understanding of child behavior. Child Psychopathology integrates varied (Developmental, biological, familiar, etc.)..
Compiling current thought from some of the best minds in the field, Abnormal Psychology across the Ages provides essays that reflect on multiple dimensions of abnormal behavior. These experts present biological, psychological, social, cultural, and supernatural perspectives throughout human history ..
Psychology in a Changing World puts a human face on the study of Abnormal Psychology. For courses in Abnormal Psychology and Psychopathology. Within the field of abnormal psychology, research developments continue to sharpen the understanding of abnormal behavior. In Abnormal Psychology in a Changin..
Product DescriptionThe latest research on cognitive theory paired with readable and practical lessons on study skills to create a balanced approach to learning strategies. Academically rigorous yet engaging and practical, Academic Transformation successfully balances cognitive theory and research wi..
Product DescriptionFor courses in Learning Frameworks (such as Applied Cognitive and Behavioral Psychology), Effective Learning, Learning to Learn, and Student Success.Academic Transformation uses the latest neurobiological research to help students master both cognitive and self-regulation skills f..
Navigate the crossroads of accounting and IT.Kay/Ovlia is designed to assist readers journey as they explore the crossroads of accounting and ITthe very place where theyll learn how to gain a competitive edge in the accounting field. To help them on their journey, this text presents information on h..
Developed by the American College of Sports Medicine for undergraduate students, this introduction offers you the essential foundation needed for advancing your studies in exercise science and related areas such as athletic training and sports medicine. The text shows how exercise science principles..
This book captures the physical, cognitive, social, and personal development of individuals from childhood through adulthood while continuously placing theory and research in the context of how they can be applied to readers' lives.Designed to capture the physical, cognitive, social, and personality..
An examination of adults who have been manipulated by divorcing parents.Parental Alienation Syndrome (PAS) occurs when divorcing parents use children as pawns, trying to turn the child against the other parent. This book examines the impact of PAS on adults and offers strategies and hope for dealing..
Advances in Computers covers new developments in computer technology. Most chapters present an overview of a current subfield within computers, with many citations, and often include new developments in the field by the authors of the individual chapters. Topics include hardware, software, theoretic..
Adventures in Public Relations engages students in the practice of public relations with exciting, timely, representative cases combined with a strong focus on critical thinking and problem solving. This text conveys the excitement and challenge of public relations by presenting students with a real..
This volume (one of two) is the first presentation of Schore's comprehensive theory in book form, as it has developed since 1994. In 1994 Allan Schore published his groundbreaking book, Affect Regulation and the Origin of the Self, in which he integrated a large number of experimental and clinical s..
This volume (one of two) is the first presentation of Schore's comprehensive theory in book form, as it has developed since 1994. In 1994 Allan Schore published his groundbreaking book, Affect Regulation and the Origin of the Self, in which he integrated a large number of experimental and clinical s..
First published in English as a title in Barron's Painless subject review series for middle school and high school students, Painless Algebra has now been translated to help students whose first language is Spanish. Algebra is often daunting to students when they are first introduced to the subject...
During much of the Cold War, America's first line of defense was in outer space: a network of secret satellites that could provide instant warning of an enemy missile launch. The presence of these infrared sensors orbiting 22,000 miles above the earth discouraged a Soviet first strike and stabilized..