Название: Economics and Psychology: A Promising New Cross-Disciplinary Field
Автор: Bruno S. Frey, Alois Stutzer
Издательство: The MIT Press
Год: 2007
Формат: pdf
Страниц: 296
Размер: 2 MB
Язык: English

The integration of economics and psychology has created a vibrant and fruitful emerging field of study. The essays in Economics and Psychology take a broad view of the interface between these two disciplines, going beyond the usual focus on ''behavioral economics.'' As documented in this volume, the influence of psychology on economics has been responsible for a view of human behavior that calls into question the assumption of complete rationality (and raises the possibility of altruistic acts), the acceptance of experiments as a valid method of economic research, and the idea that utility or well-being can be measured. The contributors, all leading researchers in the field, offer state-of-the-art discussions of such topics as pro-social behavior and the role of conditional cooperation and trust, happiness research as an empirical tool, the potential of neuroeconomics as a way to deepen understanding of individual decision making, and procedural utility as a concept that captures the well-being people derive directly from the processes and conditions leading to outcomes. Taken together, the essays in Economics and Psychology offer an assessment of where this new interdisciplinary field stands and what directions are most promising for future research, providing a useful guide for economists, psychologists, and social scientists.

Название: The Social Psychology of the Classroom
Автор: Elisha Babad
Издательство: Routledge
Год: 2009
Формат: pdf
Страниц: 276
Размер: 2 MB
Язык: English

Teachers often find that their training has not provided them with sufficient knowledge and understanding about underlying social forces and processes in their classrooms. This new book addresses this gap by focusing on the social psychology of the classroom, providing the relevant social psychological knowledge and facilitating the application of that knowledge in the practice of the teacher in the classroom. Elisha Babad discusses ''the state of the art'' of classroom management theory, research and practice and explores a full range of teacher and classroom experiences (such as teachers' differential behavior in the classroom and its psychological price, students' roles and relationships, and distinguishing between ''educating'' students and ''changing'' students). This exceptional book will be of interest to students and scholars of educational studies and educational psychology as well as for teachers-in-training, experienced teachers, and ''educators-at-large.''

Название: Peaceful Mind: Using Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Psychology to Overcome Depression
Автор: John R. McQuaid, Paula E. Carmona, Zindel V. Segal
Издательство: New Harbinger Publications
Год: 2004
Формат: djvu
Страниц: 189
Размер: 1 MB
Язык: English

A concept grounded in the practice of certain forms of Buddhism, mindfulness is the conscious, uninvolved awareness of the present moment. Western psychologists have recently learned that this state of mind is particularly conducive to the accomplishment of cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT: an active mode of psychological treatment that attempts to recognize and counter negative thoughts and behaviors before they lead to debilitating symptoms like depression.

Название: Making Sense of Television: The Psychology of Audience Interpretation
Автор: Sonia Livingstone
Издательство: Routledge
Год: 1998
Формат: pdf
Страниц: 224
Размер: 14 MB
Язык: English

Taking the soap opera as a case study, this book explores the 'parasocial interaction' people engage in with television programmes. It looks at the nature of the 'active viewer' and the role of the text in social psychology. It also investigates the existing theoretical models offered by social psychology and other discourses. This second edition takes into account recent research work and theoretical developments in fields such as narrative psychology, social representation theory and ethnographic work on audiences, and look forward to the developing role of audience research. It will be an essential study for students and lecturers in social psychology and media studies.

Название: The Psychology of Creative Writing
Автор: Scott Barry Kaufman, James C. Kaufman
Издательство: Cambridge University Press
Год: 2009
Формат: pdf
Страниц: 410
Размер: 13 MB
Язык: English

The Psychology of Creative Writing takes a scholarly, psychological look at multiple aspects of creative writing, including the creative writer as a person, the text itself, the creative process, the writer's development, the link between creative writing and mental illness, the personality traits of comedy and screen writers, and how to teach creative writing. This book will appeal to psychologists interested in creativity, writers who want to understand more about the magic behind their talents, and educated laypeople who enjoy reading, writing, or both. From scholars to bloggers to artists, The Psychology of Creative Writing has something for everyone.

Название: Challenging Subjects: Critical Psychology for a New Millennium
Автор:
Издательство: Palgrave Macmillan
Год: 2002
Формат: pdf
Страниц: 209
Размер: 832 kB
Язык: English

How can we develop a politics and theory of subjectivity suitable for the twenty-first century? What place does an account of subjectivity have within the development of critical psychology today? Leading authors from a range of disciplines explore the themes of politics, migration, population movement, culture and spirituality, to examine how we might find new ways to think about the human subject in the new millennium. The chapters are diverse in terms of approach, theoretical orientation and subject matter. What joins them together is an engagement with pressing social, cultural and political issues and an innovative approach to the issues of subjectivity contained within them.

Название: Handbook of Health Psychology and Aging
Автор: Carolyn M. Aldwin PhD, Crystal L. Park PhD, Avron Spiro III PhD, Ronald P. Abeles PhD
Издательство: Guilford Press
Год: 2007
Формат: pdf
Страниц: 464
Размер: 2 MB
Язык: English

Meeting a growing need, this authoritative reference and text comprehensively examines the interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors in health and illness in older adults. The volume explores how and why some people adapt more successfully than others to age-related stressors such as chronic illness, disability, and loss, and identifies ways to promote coping and resilience. With contributions from leading researchers in health psychology and gerontology, the Handbook integrates state-of-the-science theories and methods from both fields. Key topics include how aging affects the cardiovascular, neuroendocrine, and immune systems; the influences on adult development and health of personality, emotions, social support, and religiousness; and effective interventions in healthcare settings.

Название: Applied Psychology: Current Issues and New Directions
Автор: Professor Rowan Bayne, Mr Ian Horton
Издательство: Sage Publications Ltd
Год: 2003
Формат: pdf
Страниц: 287
Размер: 1 MB
Язык: English

Univ. of East London, UK. Textbook reviews the traditional branches of applied psychology and addresses such issues as training, future trends, and developments within each branch. Also discusses the role of research and evidence-based practice and trends in higher education. Includes chapter summaries and questions for reflections. Softcover, hardcover available.

Название: 50 Psychology Classics: Who We Are, How We Think, What We Do; Insight and Inspiration from 50 Key Books
Автор: Tom Butler-Bowdon, Sean Pratt
Издательство: Your Coach Digital
Год: 2007
Формат: pdf
Страниц: 312
Размер: 2 MB
Язык: English

With 50 Psychology Classics: Who We Are, How We Think, What We Do-Insight and Inspiration, Tom Butler-Bowdon introduces readers to the great works that explore the very essence of what makes us who we are. Spanning fifty books and hundreds of ideas, 50 Psychology Classics examines some of the most intriguing questions regarding cognitive development and behavioral motivations, summarizing the myriad theories that psychologists have put forth to make sense of the human experience. Butler-Bowdon covers everything from humanism to psychoanalysis to the fundamental principles where theorists disagree, like nature versus nurture and the existence of free will. In this single book, you will find Carl Jung, Sigmund Freud, Alfred Kinsey, and the most significant contributors to modern psychological thought. From the author of the bestselling 50 Self-Help Classics, 50 Success Classics, and 50 Spiritual Classics, 50 Psychology Classics will enrich your understanding of the human condition.

Название: Jung and the Making of Modern Psychology
Автор: Sonu Shamdasani
Издательство: Cambridge University Press
Год: 2004
Формат: pdf
Страниц: 404
Размер: 4 MB
Язык: English

After decades of myth making, C.G. Jung remains one of the most misunderstood figures in Western intellectual history. This comprehensive study of the origins of his psychology provides a new perspective on the rise of modern psychology and psychotherapy. It reconstructs the reception of Jung's work in the human sciences, and its impact on the social and intellectual history of the twentieth century. The book creates a basis for any future discussion of Jung by opening new vistas in psychology.