How can psychology inform law and policing to help determine the accuracy of witnesses, victims and suspects? This second edition of Psychology and Law: Truthfulness, Accuracy and Credibility is a substantially revised and exhaustive review of fore…
Why is the gap so great between our hopes, our intentions, even our decisions-and what we are actually able to bring about? Even when we are able to make important changes-in our own lives or the groups we lead at work-why are the changes are so fre…
Cults today are bigger than ever, with broad ramifications for national and international terrorism. In this newly revised edition of her definitive work on cults, Singer reveals what cults really are and how they work, focusing specifically on the…
"The game with yourself is often tougher than the battle against any opponent. Smart Tennis shows you how to win the inner match while having fun along the way."-Lindsay Davenport, world's No. 1 ranked player for 1998Become a More Competent-and Conf…
The compelling story of the quest to understand the human mind - and its diseases This engaging presentation of our evolving understanding of the human mind and the meaning of mental illness asks the questions that have fascinated philosophers, rese…
Moving into parenthood is typically a time of great joy and excitement, but it also brings fatigue, stress, and conflict. From the authors of the best-selling Fighting for Your Marriage and A Lasting Promise, this unique and innovative guide offers…
If you or someone you love is suffering from any of the following, you can now find out why—and what you can do about it …*Anxiety*Loss of pleasure*Irrational fears*Obsessional thoughts*Erratic mood swings*Procrastination*Compulsive overea…
Treating Huckleberry Finn offers a drug-free alternative to treating rambunctious children. Author David Nylund's SMART approach is a five-step strategy to understanding, nourishing, and learning to control the millions of youngsters who have been u…
First published in 1977, this now classic manual has been completely revised and updated to reflect the enormous changes that have taken place both in the popularity of repertory grid methods and in the study of the methods themselves. Aimed…
This first International Handbook of Personal Construct Psychology (PCP) illustrates by its breadth and scope the huge influence the work of George Kelly has had, since its inception in 1955, on psychology and related disciplines. Including some pre…
The understanding and treatment of the problems of ageing is a growing challenge for clinical psychologists and other mental health professionals. This book is directly focused on the training needs of such professionals; it brings together what the…
Dyslexia and Literacy provides a comprehensive, practical introduction for all professionals seeking an understanding of dyslexia in children. Divided into 4 parts, the book firstly introduces the various theoretical perspectives and follows this up…
This book serves as an indispensable resource for clinicians treating addiction patients who are simultaneously enrolled in 12-Step programs. Combining an in-depth discussion of the 12-Step Way with detailed treatment resources like homework assignm…
Quickly acquire the knowledge and skills you need to confidently administer, score, and interpret the Bayley Scales The Bayley Scales measure the mental and motor development and test behavior of infants from one to forty-two months of age. The Sca…
All of the requisite forms forensic psychologists need in one compact volume–a crucial time-saver for mental health professionals in today’s complex legal system From child custody battles to competency hearings, the role of the psychologi…
"Can schizophrenia be prevented? French and Morrison, major investigators in the landmark study demonstrating that schizophrenia can be prevented, provide specific details about the adaptation of standard cognitive therapy to the treatment of indivi…
Are difficulties in dyslexia the same the world over? What can we learn from resources and practice in different countries? In this book, individuals, institutions and organisations have been gathered from around the world to report on the policies,…
An Innovative Approach to Family Therapy This breakthrough book takes you beyond the theoretical boundaries that currently constrain family therapy and leads instead to an innovative approach. The authors analyze the different orientations of family…
Continuous improvement, in the quality and effectiveness of therapy, is demanded by managers of health care, by patients and by therapists themselves. The audit and evaluation of therapy is an essential step in this improvement, but the demands of o…
Now available in paperback. This revised and updated edition of the definitive resource for experimental psychology offers comprehensive coverage of the latest findings in the field, as well as the most recent contributions in methodology and the ex…
Why are some children abused or neglected? What can be done to protect and help them? A key element of informed decision making is knowing what sort of problems are amenable to what sort of intervention, in what circumstances, and with what degree o…
The help you need to continue helping those in need This book is for mental health professionals who wonder how to survive in the constantly changing mental health services marketplace. It provides crucial advice on how to build and run a mental hea…
This is the eleventh in a series of annual volumes which provide authoritative reviews in the field of Industrial and Organizational Psychology. The chapters are written by established experts and the topics are carefully chosen to reflect the major…
When mothers feel depressed in the months after childbirth, their feelings have often been dismissed as understandable reactions to the stress of caring for a new baby, perhaps complicated by family and marital demands. Most mothers cope, with varyi…
*How can we conceive of the relation between the available sensory input and our perceptual achievement? *Does our perceptual system exploit the sensory input in terms of innately determined knowledge of properties of the physical world? *How can we…
During the ‘Golden Era’ of economic growth between 1950 and 1973, mortality and physical illness declined in developed countries, but a number of psychosocial disorders increased. The authors of this volume search out the causes of the i…
This valuable resource makes it easier than ever for clinicians to create formal treatment plans that satisfy all the demands of HMOs, managed care companies, third-party payers, and state and federal review agencies. Focusing on psychological probl…
Make the journey from addiction to recovery From a dependence on narcotics, alcohol, or gambling, to food, tobacco, or sex, addiction is a life-draining condition that can seriously damage physical and mental health and destroy relationships. But wh…
*Complete coverage of interpretation, test construction, applications, and reporting *Expert advice on avoiding common pitfalls *Conveniently formatted for rapid reference Confidently acquire the knowledge and skills you need to conduct, interpret,…
This is the seventeenth in the most prestigious series of annual volumes in the field of industrial and organizational psychology. The series provides authoritative and integrative reviews of the key literature of industrial psychology and organizat…
In this groundbreaking book, John Winslade and Gerald Monk -- leaders in the narrative therapy movement-introduce an innovative conflict resolution paradigm that is a revolutionary departure from the traditional problem-solving, interest-based model…
Essentials of Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scales(SB5) Assessment provides comprehensive instructions on optimal use of the Stanford-Binet, including helpful step-by-step administration, scoring, and interpretation guidelines. Using the popular Essen…
The pressures, strains and sometimes joys of looking after a child with autism are increasingly recognized in professional and academic circles. This book presents key findings from a research study conducted by the Family Assessment Unit that invol…
This book provides up-to-date in-depth coverage of psychotherapy supervision. Experienced psychotherapy supervisors and leading researchers/clinicians explore the theoretical underpinnings of supervision, examine the research on variables influencin…
Treatment plan components for 28 DSM-IVTM and behaviorally based problems that impact work performance. A step-by-step guide to treatment planning 1000s of prewritten treatment goals, objectives, and interventions for work-related problems. Handy wo…
This comprehensive, "How To" book offers the tips and tools necessary to build a successful private mental health practice from the ground up. This "hands-on" guide provides sample business and marketing plans, as well as checklists, sidebars,…
Written by leading experts in the field, this book offers a thorough examination of the subtleties involved in understanding and treating personality disorders. Each personality disorder and their subtypes will be thoroughly updated with the latest…
Personality assessment is a major component of many mental health practices, as well as a required course in most graduate programs in psychology. Interpreting Personality Tests is a clear, succinct guide that offers practicing clinical psychologist…
The number and intensity of childhood stresses have dramatically increased in the past decade, forcing children to grow up faster. This book reasserts the value of childhood, and provides the information needed to help children deal with life's prob…
* Includes chapters on sleep phase disorders, sleep apnea, periodic limb movements, narcolepsy, limit setting disorders in children, enuresis, and night terrors. * Provides a unique, behavioral approach to sleep medicine.
The first book for sexually abused teens to turn to When teenagers are victims of sexual abuse, the 'normal' problems of adolescence are exacerbated. The authors validate the conflicting emotions aroused by sexual abuse and offer these adolescents s…
The Conflict Resolution Training Program Leader's Manual offers a step-by-step approach for teaching dispute resolution techniques to both new and seasoned negotiators, mediators, and arbitrators. This hands-on manual is filled with a variety of exe…
Find satisfaction and financial success with a new career in coaching Getting Started in Personal and Executive Coaching offers a go-to reference designed to help every mental health professional build, manage, and sustain a thriving coaching practi…
Acclaim for Painful Partings . . . "A rare triple threat book—for professionals, students, and laypersons. Sensitive—wise—comprehensive, Schwartz and Kaslow's work represents a maturing of a realistic stance toward divorce." —Wil…
An insightful, compassionate account of the grieving process that helps us through the pain and isolation experienced with the loss of a loved one.… We’re never really prepared for the loss of someone we love. Thrown into a state of emotio…
A practical and balanced guide to effective group therapy In this up-to-date text, Dr. Virginia Brabender provides balanced coverage of the major treatment approaches and provides a solid background of both why and how effective group therapy is pra…
A concrete, step-by-step approach for using small groups to treat problem behaviors in children and adolescents. Combines the latest techniques to create an integrated, multimethod approach to help children overcome problems such as low self-esteem,…
