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The Psychology of the Paranormal

The Psychology of the Paranormal

Can mediums communicate with the dead? Do people really believe they’ve been abducted by aliens? Why do some people make life decisions based on their horoscope? The Psychology of the Paranormal explores some commonly held beliefs regarding experiences so strange they can defy an obvious scientific explanation. The book explains how psychologists have conducted experiments to provide insight into phenomena such as clairvoyance astrology and alien abduction as well as teaching us fundamental truths about human belief systems. From debunking myths about Extra Sensory Perception to considering whether our lives can truly be fated by the stars The Psychology of the Paranormal shows us that however unlikely belief in the paranormal will continue to be widespread.

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The Psychology of the Teenage Brain

The Psychology of the Teenage Brain

Why do teenagers stay up late and struggle to get up in the morning? Do teenagers really take more risks? What is happening with teenagers’ hormones? The Psychology of the Teenage Brain offers all those involved in teenagers’ lives insight into what’s happening in their brains and how understanding them can improve relationships and communication at this crucial stage. It explains key topics including the way the brain changes during adolescence the role of hormones and what we really know about risk and resilience sleep and peer pressure. It challenges the stereotype of the ''snowflake generation'' and explores young people’s mental health. Written for all parents and caregivers this book will help with the challenges of having a teenager in the home. It also offers crucial understanding for all students and practising professionals in the fields of social work counselling health and education who work with teenagers.

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Economic Democracy The Challenge of the 1980s

Economic Democracy The Challenge of the 1980s

This book is a discussion of and an argument for alternatives to the present structure of production in the United States—alternatives that would change the control of capital and how it is used. First published 1980 Carnoy and Shearer discuss the economic problems facing the 1980s and argue for a strategy to transform capital from corporations to the public. A book that remains relevant in today’s political economic climate this title is ideal for students of economics and politics as well as general readers interested in past and present economic problems and potential solutions. | Economic Democracy The Challenge of the 1980s

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The Causes of the English Revolution 1529-1642

The Causes of the English Revolution 1529-1642

Dividing the nation and causing massive political change the English Civil War remains one of the most decisive and dramatic conflicts of English history. Lawrence Stone's account of the factors leading up to the deposition of Charles I in 1642 is widely regarded as a classic in the field. Brilliantly synthesising the historical political and sociological interpretations of the seventeeth century Stone explores theories of revolution and traces the social and economic change that led to this period of instability. The picture that emerges is one where historical interpretation is enriched but not determined by grand theories in the social sciences and as Stone elegantly argues one where the upheavals of the seventeenth century are central to the very story of modernity. This Routledge Classics edition includes a new foreword by Clare Jackson Trinity Hall Cambridge. | The Causes of the English Revolution 1529-1642

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Don't Feed the Dog Targeting the d Sound

Don't Feed the Dog Targeting the d Sound

Speech Bubbles 1 is the first set in an exciting new series of picture books designed to be used by Speech Language Therapists/Pathologists parents/caregivers and teachers with children who have delayed or disordered speech sound development children receiving speech therapy or by those wanting to provide sound awareness activities for their children. The set includes eleven picture books that each target a different speech sound within the story. The set is also accompanied by a user guide with notes for professionals and caregivers alike. Eleven different speech sounds have been chosen that are early developing sounds or sounds commonly targeted in speech language therapy. With titles such as Who Bit My Tail? Crocodiles Can’t Climb Trees and Ben the Bubble Bear the stories are light and engaging with colourful and fun pictures on every page to keep the child interested. Perfect not just for therapy but also for encouraging early sound awareness and development Speech Bubbles 1 will create the perfect relaxed learning and practice environment for children beginning their journey into phonological awareness speech sounds and their positions in words. | Don't Feed the Dog Targeting the d Sound

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Asher the Thresher Shark Targeting the sh Sound

Asher the Thresher Shark Targeting the sh Sound

Asher the thresher shark is very shy. Will it stop him from being a hero? This picture book targets the /sh/ sound and is part of Speech Bubbles 2 a series of picture books that target specific speech sounds within the story. The series can be used for children receiving speech therapy for children who have a speech sound delay/disorder or simply as an activity for children’s speech sound development and/or phonological awareness. They are ideal for use by parents teachers or caregivers. Bright pictures and a fun story create an engaging activity perfect for sound awareness. Picture books are sold individually or in a pack. There are currently two packs available – Speech Bubbles 1 and Speech Bubbles 2. Please see further titles in the series for stories targeting other speech sounds. | Asher the Thresher Shark Targeting the sh Sound

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Hinduism: The Basics

Hinduism: The Basics

Hinduism: The Basics introduces readers to the third largest and arguably the oldest living religious tradition. It opens a vista into the rich and dynamic ethos of the Hindu religious tradition in India and other parts of the world. The book explores the variety of philosophical schools priestly rituals and popular practices common in the Hindu faith presenting the layered diversity of its traditions and how they function in everyday life. Chapters unpack key concepts from the tradition and discussions about its various aspects including: The historical development of Hinduism Religious practices such as pilgrimage meditation and life cycle rituals The organisation of Hindu society into castes and related social justice issues The spread of Hinduism around the world the rise of Hindu nationalism and other challenges of modernity The continuum between sacred texts in both elite Sanskrit and in South Asian vernacular languages Hindu worldviews including karma reincarnation and ethics The vitality of indigenous cultures in every form of Hinduism Featuring glossaries timelines suggestions for further reading and a list of key deities as well as practices this is an ideal introduction to Hindu beliefs and traditions for undergraduates and others new to the study of Hinduism.

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Freedom of Navigation and the Law of the Sea Warships States and the Use of Force

Freedom of Navigation and the Law of the Sea Warships States and the Use of Force

There has been a recent increase in clashes between warships asserting rights to navigate and states asserting sovereignty over coastal waters. This book argues for a set of rules which respect the rights of coastal states to protect their sovereignty and of warships to navigate lawfully whilst also outlining the limits of each. The book addresses the issue of the clash between warships and states by considering the general principles applying to use of force in the law of the sea and the law of national self-defence. It focuses on the right of coastal states to use force to prevent passage of warships which threaten their sovereignty with particular reference to the specific maritime zones as well as by warships to ensure passage or to defend themselves. The book also assesses the extent to which the law of armed conflict may be applicable to these issues. The conclusion draws together a set of rules which take account of both contemporary and historical events and seeks to balance the competing interests at stake. Providing a concise overview of the enduring issue of freedom of navigation this book will appeal to anyone studying international law the law of the sea security studies and international relations. It will also be of interest to naval coast guard and military officers as well as government legal advisors. | Freedom of Navigation and the Law of the Sea Warships States and the Use of Force

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Truth: The Basics

Truth: The Basics

Truth: The Basics is a concise and engaging introduction to philosophical theories about the nature of truth. The two authors – leading philosophers in this field – build the book around a single question: what if anything is common to all truths which makes them true? The book explores five important answers (‘theories’) to the given question: correspondence semantic verifiability transparency and plurality. For each given theory the following questions are addressed: What is the theory’s answer to the central question? What is the basic motivation behind that answer? What is a precise argument for that answer? What are the biggest objections to that answer? What are a few good resources for understanding more about the theory? An additional chapter provides an extensive introduction to the notorious liar paradox. Truth: The Basics is an ideal starting point for anyone seeking a lively and accessible introduction to the rich and complex philosophical study of truth. Key Features: Written in a clear and concise fashion Clearly explains five major theories of truth for an uninitiated readership of undergraduate students and general readers Prepares the reader to tackle more advanced work in truth studies Makes connections between truth and other areas of philosophy including the philosophy of language semantics metaphysics logic and epistemology Includes technical appendices for more advanced readers

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Subcultures: The Basics

Subcultures: The Basics

Subcultures: The Basics is an accessible and engaging introduction to subcultures in a global context. This fully revised new edition adds new case studies and an additional chapter on the digital lives of subculturists as well as reflections on the relationships between subcultures and globalisation and the resurgence of the far-right. Blending theory and practice this text examines a varied range of subcultures including hip hop graffiti writing heavy metal punk gamers burlesque parkour riot grrrl straight edge roller derby steampunk b-boying/b-girling body modification and skateboarding. Subcultures: The Basics answers the key questions posed by those new to the subject including: What is a subculture? What are the significant theories of subculture? How do subcultures emerge who participates and why? How do subcultural identities interact with other aspects of self such as social class race gender and sexual identity? What is the relationship between deviance resistance and the ‘mainstream’? How have both progressive and reactionary subculturists contributed to social change? How does society react to different subcultures? How have subcultures spread around the world? In what ways do digital technologies and social media influence subcultures? What happens when subculturists age? Tracing the history and development of subcultural theory to the present day this text is essential reading for all those studying subcultures in the contexts of sociology cultural studies history media studies anthropology musicology and criminology. It pushes the field forward with cutting-edge theories of resistance and social change place and space critical race and queer studies virtual participation and ageing and participation across the life course. Key terms and concepts are highlighted throughout the text whilst each chapter includes boxed case studies and signposts students to further reading and resources.

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The Ecological Self

The Ecological Self

Environmental disasters from wildfires and vanishing species to flooding and drought have increased dramatically in recent years and debates about the environment are rarely far from the headlines. There is growing awareness that these disasters are connected – indeed that in the fabric of nature everything is interconnected. However until the publication of Freya Mathews' The Ecological Self there had been remarkably few attempts to provide a conceptual foundation for such interconnectedness that brought together philosophy and science. In this acclaimed book Mathews skilfully weaves together a thought-provoking metaphysics of the environment. She connects the ideas of the seventeenth-century philosopher Spinoza with twentieth-century systems theory and Einstein’s physics to argue that the atomistic cosmology inherited from Newton gave credence to a picture of the universe as fragmented rather than as whole. Furthermore it is such faulty thinking that presents human beings as similarly disconnected and individualistic with the dire consequence that they regard nature as of purely instrumental rather than intrinsic value. She concludes by arguing for an ethics of ecological interdependence and for a basic egalitarianism among living species. A compelling and fascinating account of how we must change our thinking about the environment The Ecological Self is a classic of ecological and environmental thinking. This Routledge Classics edition includes a substantial new Introduction by the author.

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Remaking Europe in the Margins Northern Europe after the Enlargements

Remaking Europe in the Margins Northern Europe after the Enlargements

Originally published in 2005. This comprehensive volume examines the issue of Europe-making related to the post EU/NATO enlargement and the post 9/11 situation. Dual enlargement and the War on Terrorism are raising important questions for various actors in Europe in particular what these developments will mean for the future of regional cooperation and the development of a regional subjectivity. Such concerns have been further compounded by America's distinction between 'New Europe' and 'Old Europe'. The volume analyzes at both policy and conceptual levels how the dual enlargement and the War on Terrorism will impact on regional cooperation in northern Europe. It examines how events in northern Europe have helped shape the nature of European space borders and governance including how the EU the US and Russia have each highlighted northern Europe as a special case to be utilized and learnt from in dealing with problems elsewhere in Europe and globally. Presenting original articles the volume will appeal to scholars of regional politics as well as security international relations theory and geopolitics. | Remaking Europe in the Margins Northern Europe after the Enlargements

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The Authority of Tenderness Dignity and the True Self in Psychoanalysis

The Authority of Tenderness Dignity and the True Self in Psychoanalysis

This insightful and beautifully written work explores nonlinear processes of recovery of the loss of Self. The inherent healing power of hard-earned wholehearted self-acceptance is conceived through the authority of tenderness. The book is the final volume in The Fifth Principle trilogy (the second book being Scum) which chronicled through the course of one boy’s lifetime the methods of a mind which is not a mind in its efforts to prevail under oppressive circumstances. The Authority of Tenderness comes at the end of the journey is written by the adult self of the child and uses poetic vignettes references to foundational psychoanalytic literature and analyses of critical treatment situations to convey the experiences of someone who has been both patient and analyst. The book offers a vivid psychotherapeutic perspective for clinicians trainees students and general readers alike. | The Authority of Tenderness Dignity and the True Self in Psychoanalysis

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Islamic Psychology The Basics

Islamic Psychology The Basics

Islamic Psychology: The Basics is a jargon-free and accessible introduction that explores psychology from an Islāmic perspective and provides a foundation level overview of the fundamental principles and practices of Islāmic psychology. The book introduces concepts models approaches themes and theories you need to know to study the mind soul and behaviour based on Islāmic scripture. Offering an overview of Islāmic psychology and what Islāmic psychologists do chapters address key topics including the history of the evolution of the science of the soul and the psychology of human behaviour and experiences. Rassool examines the concepts of the Fitrah the Nafs (Self) the Aql (Intellect) the Rūḥ (Soul) the Qalb (Heart) and the concept of Islāmic healing and spiritual interventions. Other themes include the Qur’an and psychology models and approaches in Islāmic psychology interpreting Islāmic psychology for modern times and the contemporary scope of the practice of Islāmic psychology. Outlining the challenges and solutions of the development of Islāmic psychology and potential future trends and including features to aid learning this is the ideal introductory book for students in Psychology Islāmic Psychology and Islāmic Studies as well as professionals including counsellors and therapists and anyone interested in psychology from an Islāmic perspective. | Islamic Psychology The Basics

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The Psychology of Democracy

The Psychology of Democracy

What is a democracy? Why do we form democratic systems? Can democracy survive in an age of distrust and polarisation? The Psychology of Democracy explains the psychological underpinnings behind why people engage with and participate in politics. Covering the influence that political campaigns and media play the book analyses topical and real-world political events including the Arab Spring Brexit Black Lives Matter the US 2020 elections and the Covidd-19 pandemic. Lilleker and Ozgul take the reader on a journey to explore the cognitive processes at play when engaging with a political news item all the way through to taking to the streets to protest government policy and action. In an age of post-truth and populism The Psychology of Democracy shows us how a strong and healthy democracy depends upon the feelings and emotions of its citizens including trust belonging empowerment and representation as much as on electoral processes.

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Work Psychology The Basics

Work Psychology The Basics

Work Psychology: The Basics provides an accessible jargon-free introduction to the fundamental principles of work and occupational psychology. Covering key theories and models in this dynamic area it offers a solid understanding of both academic theory and practical applications. The book follows the structure of the British Psychological Society curriculum for Masters courses exploring psychological assessment at work learning training and development; wellbeing at work work design organisational change and development and leadership engagement and motivation. These core topics are supplemented by deep dives into the development of the discipline research and practice in the field and suggestions for the future of work psychology. Giving a detailed look into the world of work it answers questions such as: Can we accurately select people for jobs? How can work positively and negatively affect mental and physical health? How can we motivate people in the workplace? What makes a good leader? It also explores issues around types of research and what effective research looks like in this area. Supported by a helpful guide on the routes to chartership in the UK and working in the area as well as a glossary of key terms and suggestions for further reading this is the ideal introductory text for students. It will also interest those looking to understand the subject more generally and complete training in the area. | Work Psychology The Basics

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Attachment Theory The Basics

Attachment Theory The Basics

This book provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to key concepts of attachment theory from the work of its founder John Bowlby to the most recent research within the field. The first part of the book gives readers a clear understanding of attachment theory during infancy childhood adolescence adulthood and in bereavement. The second part of the book illustrates how attachment theory can be used to inform clinical interventions with children in different contexts adults and within wider health social and educational systems. Using case examples throughout the authors provide the reader with a practical understanding of the clinical applications of attachment theory across the lifespan and in varying health social care and educational systems. Attachment theory is one of the most important lifespan development theories and is relevant to students and practitioners from a wide range of disciplines including medicine nursing psychology child development mental health and applied social sciences. | Attachment Theory The Basics

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Information Science The Basics

Information Science The Basics

Information Science: The Basics provides an accessible introduction to the multifaceted field of Information Science (IS). Inviting readers to explore a modern field of study with deep historical foundations the book begins by considering the complexities of the term information and the information life cycle from classification to preservation. Each chapter examines a different area within IS surveying its history technologies and practices with a critical eye. This interdisciplinary field incorporates a wide range of approaches which it shares with humanities social science and technology fields. What makes IS unique is its emphasis on the connections between information technology and society. The need to share information more effectively in response to social environmental and biomedical challenges has never been so urgent; the volume discusses the risks as well as benefits that come with the emerging technologies that make it possible. The book also explores how IS with its long-standing commitment to intellectual freedom and digital inclusion and its keen attention to the protection of privacy data ethics and algorithmic transparency can contribute to the creation of a more open and equitable society. Information Science: The Basics is essential reading for anyone who wishes to know more about information and the impact it has on our world. It will be particularly useful for anyone intending to study IS at the undergraduate level or considering a shift to a career in the information professions. | Information Science The Basics

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The Psychology of Comedy

The Psychology of Comedy

What makes us laugh? Why is comedy so important? How does comedy affect our behaviour? The Psychology of Comedy provides a unique insight into the role of laughter and humour in our lives. From the mechanics of comedy and what makes a good joke to the health benefits of laughter the book delves into different types of comedy from slapstick to complex puns and the physiological response it provokes. The dark side of comedy is also considered confronting the idea that what is funny to some can be offensive to others making this universal experience also highly subjective. In a time when comedy continues to be one of the most popular and enduring forms of art The Psychology of Comedy reminds us that laughter really is good for the soul.

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The Psychology of Weather

The Psychology of Weather

Do you feel happier on a sunny day? Are you afraid of thunderstorms? Are you dreaming of a White Christmas? The Psychology of Weather explores our relationship with the weather and how it can affect our mood behaviour and lifestyle. The book sheds light on our preoccupation with this natural phenomenon providing insights into how the weather on the day we were born can directly affect our intelligence and personality and explore such surprising findings that suicide rates peak in the spring and summer. When the weather affects everything from our buying behaviour to the jobs we do The Psychology of Weather shows us that understanding and appreciating the weather can improve our well-being and contribute to human survival.

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The Psychology of Attachment

The Psychology of Attachment

What do we actually mean by ‘attachment’? How do different caregiving styles impact attachment in children? How do early caregiving experiences impact later development? The Psychology of Attachment is an essential introduction to attachment offering an accessible explanation of the theory unpicking common misunderstandings and providing a balanced overview of key research findings. Topics covered include the following: The development of attachment during the first few years of life The impact of different caregiving behaviours on children’s attachment relationships The influence of attachment relationships on children’s behaviour and development The development of attachment relationships from infancy to adulthood Attachment in romantic relationships and religion Attachment-based interventions This unique book introduces the reader to new ways of thinking about the role of relationships caregiving and child development and the way in which they shape our lives.

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Archaeological Theory The Basics

Archaeological Theory The Basics

Archaeological Theory: The Basics is an accessible introduction to an indispensable part of what archaeologists do. The book guides the reader to an understanding of what theory is how it works and the range of theories used in archaeology. The growth of theory and the adoption of theories drawn from both the natural and social sciences have broadened our ability to produce trustworthy knowledge about the past. This book helps readers to see the value of archaeological theory and beyond what is sometimes thought to be just the use of indigestible jargon. Key theories and concepts are introduced to the reader. Among the main questions discussed are the following: What is theory and why do we need it? What major areas of theory are and have been used and debated in archaeology? What do they tell us about themes including human society evolution culture identity and agency? How might archaeological theory change in the future? This book is written mainly for readers new to archaeology and will help them to understand archaeological theory. It assumes no prior knowledge of archaeological theory and presents it in a selective and clear way with case studies showing how theory is used in practice. | Archaeological Theory The Basics

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The Psychology of Vampires

The Psychology of Vampires

Why have vampires become such a feature of modern culture? Can vampire-like conditions be explained by medical research? Is there a connection between vampirism and Freud? The Psychology of Vampires presents a captivating look at the origins of vampires in myth and history and the psychological theories which try to explain why they fascinate us. It traces the development of vampires from the first ever vampire tale written by John Polidori in 1819 to their modern cultural legacy. Together with historical detail about Polidori’s eventful life the book also examines the characteristics of vampires and explores how and why people might identify as vampires today. From sanguinarians who drink blood to psychic vampires who suck the energy from those around them The Psychology of Vampires explores the absorbing connections between vampirism and psychology theology medicine and culture.

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Classical Mythology: The Basics

Classical Mythology: The Basics

This new edition introduces the core elements of ancient Greek and Roman narratives about immortal gods and heroic humans. It explains how myths once shaped ancient ways of thinking and how they have fascinated and inspired artists writers musicians scientists and scholars since. In six clear and concise chapters this book explains what myths are sketches the main stories about divinities heroes and heroines and explores through specific case studies the ways in which they influenced modern culture from Renaissance opera to contemporary video games and social movements. The second edition also features a new chapter analyzing how myths have been used in politics from antiquity to the present day. More than two dozen illustrations maps and charts complement the text. No prior knowledge of mythology is assumed and the book incorporates the latest scholarship on classical mythology providing annotated lists of further readings. Anyone who has encountered Greek or Roman myths in literature art or pop culture and wants to know more about the cultural contexts for the stories will benefit from this compact book. Intended for a wide readership the second edition of Classical Mythology: The Basics continues to off er a clear introduction to the subject for undergraduates scholars and the general reader.

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The Psychology of Intelligence

The Psychology of Intelligence

What fascinates us about intelligence? How does intelligence impact our daily lives? Why do we sometimes fear intelligence? Human intelligence is a vital resource yet the study of it is pervaded by neglect and misconceptions. The Psychology of Intelligence helps make sense of the contradictory social attitudes and practices in relation to intelligence that we have seen over the decades from the idea that it drove eugenicist policies and actions in the past to our current backlash against experts and critical thinking. Showing how our approach to intelligence impacts our everyday lives in educational occupational medical and legal settings the book asks if it is possible to lift the taboo and move beyond the prejudices surrounding intelligence. Challenging popular assumptions The Psychology of Intelligence encourages us to face intelligence in ourselves and others as an important fact of life that we can all benefit from embracing more openly.

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