Psychology

Provides biographical information and critical analysis of the influences and reception of over 500 people who have made a significant contribution to the field of psychology.

Shows the progress and coherence of Jung's ideas, including such concepts as the collective unconscious, the archetypes, introversion and extroversion, individuation, and Jung's view of integration as the goal of the development of the personality.Jung maintained that we are profoundly ignorant of ourselves and that our most pressing task is to deflect our gaze away from the external world and toward the study of our own nature.

This book offers glimpses into the personal and scholarly lives of 20 giants in the history of psychology. As in the earlier volumes, prominent scholars were invited to prepare chapters on a pioneer who had made important contributions in their own area of expertise.

Explains more than 100 groundbreaking ideas in the field and the complex theoretical and experimental foundations of psychology. From its philosophical roots through behaviorism, psychotherapy, and developmental psychology, The Psychology Book looks at all the greats from Pavlov and Skinner to Freud and Jung, and is an essential reference for students and anyone with an interest in how the mind works.

The field of ethics involves systematizing, defending, and recommending concepts of right and wrong behavior. The practice of forensic psychiatry and psychology has been described as an ethical minefield, as competing obligations produce challenges regarding what is the “right” behavior and call for an ethical framework for guiding practice in this arena. This covers a diverse range of topics, including work with children, the incarcerated, sex offenders, and individuals requiring involuntary treatment, just to name a few.

A guide to working effectively with children in the criminal justice system and designed to train psychology, criminology, and social work students to work with these children, both in the courtroom and as clinical clients. Preparing professionals to work with children who are: victims of crime, perpetrators of crime, and witnesses of crime The book covers related topics including mandated reporting, the structure of juvenile justice and advocacy systems, and contains sidebars, summaries, glossaries, and study questions to assist with material mastery.

The rich case material in this book provides an in-depth understanding of a wide variety of forensic psychology topics through the perspective of the psychologist working with these individuals. Includes detailed case material that brings to life core concepts in forensic psychology and documents the clinical thinking and mindset of a psychologist as they meet with the patient, work in the court system, and write the court report

Presents state-of-the-discipline summaries of the issues that relate to psychology and law research. Features contributions by leading scholars with discussion of relevant topics such as: Meta-analysis, Jury decision making, Internet-based data collection, Legal research techniques for the social scientist, Offender treatment, Competence to stand trial, Criminal profiling, False confessions and interrogations, Trial-related psycho-legal issues, Accuracy of eyewitnesses and children, and Violence risk assessment.

Introduces the basic principles of psychological assessment and measurement, recent changes in assessment procedures, and the most widely used tests in counseling practice today. Covers more than 100 assessment instruments used to evaluate mental health disorders, intelligence, academic aptitude and achievement, career and life planning, personal interests and values, interpersonal relationships and more.

Provides guidance available on appropriate, effective, and beneficial methods of psychological assessment supervision. Focuses on practical application, this book offers guidance on topics such as assessment models appropriate in different areas of assessment; diversity issues; evaluation and feedback of supervisee performance; and ethical, legal, and regulatory considerations relevant in each assessment context.

This book focuses on diversity, culture, and ethnicity as they relate to psychological assessment of Hispanics. It is a how-to guide for clinicians, researchers, and instructors working with Hispanic clients. Each chapter contains an overview of cultural considerations needed for assessing the Hispanic client followed by a specific exploration of the assessment measures available and the research that has been conducted on these measures with Hispanic participants.

A comprehensive guide to understanding, assessing, and treating eating disorders. Focuses on evidence-based practice with references to the latest research and new DSM-V classifications. Discusses the types of eating disorders and their causes, reviews treatment methods and their outcomes, and provides guidance on dealing with challenging cases. Illustrates concepts and methods using several case studies that run throughout the book.

This book is a primer for practitioners and researchers striving to incorporate the assessment of human strengths, resources, and fulfillment into their work. Vocational and multicultural applications of positive psychological assessment are also discussed, as is the measurement of contextual variables that may facilitate the development or enhancement of human strengths.

Explains and evaluates major theories, research, and applications, with an emphasis on the gender role strain paradigm that is based primarily in psychology and relies largely on quantitative research. Synthesizes research on men's mental and physical health, including depression, help-seeking, stigma, body image, and the physical health effects of masculinity. Special attention is given to ethnic, racial, and sexual minority men.

Offers a focused vision and successful strategies for working effectively with couples, both today and tomorrow. It incorporates the best insights from the neurosciences as well as new couples theories, research, and evidence-based interventions, introducing approaches including psychoanalytic, systemic, cognitive behavioral, Adlerian, constructivist, third wave, integrative, and mindfulness-based.

This encyclopaedia is a dynamic reference and study place for students, teachers, researchers and professionals in the field of education, philosophy and social sciences, offering both short and long entries on topics of theoretical and practical interest in educational theory and philosophy by authoritative world scholars representing the full ambit of education as a rapidly expanding global field of knowledge and expertise.

Organized around theory, this book covers both clinical and school settings in the fields of psychology, counseling, and social work. Coverage of the latest thinking and practice includes Cognitive Behavioral, Rational-Emotive, Reality Therapy, Solution Focused, Family Systems, and Play Therapy. Discover the ethical and legal implications of working with children and adolescents Learn how to employ culturally responsive counseling with younger clients.