This title represents a social psychological approach to the study of emotion. The contributors present empirical data using the "time sampling" or "experience sampling" technique developed by... (more)
This manual of nursing home practice for psychiatrists covers such topics as nursing homes, mental health and the role of the psychiatrist, and evaluation and management of psychiatric problems in... (more)
The way in which peoples' moods affect others is a phenomenon known as emotional contagion, and is identified in the text. Evidence for its effect is offered from a variety of disciplines such as:... (more)
A look at treating suicidal behaviour including intervention techniques such as symptom management, restructuring a patient's suicidal belief system, and building skills such as assertiveness,... (more)
The culturally affirmative model for understanding and assisting deaf people views them in relation to the deaf community, as a group of people with a common culture and a collective identity. This... (more)
A few years ago, psychiatrist Brian Weiss was approached for treatment by Catherine, a 27-year-old suffering from anxiety, depression, panic attacks and phobias. This book tells the story of... (more)
This text on culture and psychotherapy covers topics such as case presentation and analysis, lessons from folk healing practices, therapist- patient relations and ethnic transference; psychological... (more)
A guide for psychiatry residents, medical students, and trainees in clinical psychology, social work and nursing. The author examines the challenges and rewards of establishing a work alliance with... (more)
This practical guide on one of the newest forms of therapy describes how to create a sandplay therapy room and record the creation of a sand world. 278 pages. (more)
This sourcebook provides counsellors with pre-written treatment plan components for gay and lesbian clients. It covers issues faced by homosexuals, such as adoption, abusive partners, coming-out,... (more)
This work describes Dr. Abraham Maslow's theory of self actualization and the hierarchy of needs. In this text he develops his theories about self- actualization, the hierarchy of needs, and a vision... (more)
A critical examination of the effectiveness of psychotherapy through the lens of the scientific method. Using both case examples and clinical research, the book challenges the conclusion that there... (more)
Therapists with first class clinical skills can find themselves totally unprepared to succeed in the world of private practice. This book offers a crash course in small business management as it... (more)