Jeffrey E. Young is an American psychologist recognized for developing schema therapy, a highly effective approach for treating chronic psychological issues. As the founder of the Schema Therapy Institute, his extensive work focuses on identifying and modifying deeply ingrained maladaptive schemas that impact individuals' lives. He has authored numerous books exploring cognitive behavioral therapy and schema therapy, aimed at both professionals and the general public.
The Bulldog Detective is the first book to tell the story of William J. Flynn, the first government official to bring down the powerful Mafia, uncover a sophisticated German spy ring in the United States, and launch a formal war on terrorism. As the Director of the Bureau of Investigation (the forerunner to the FBI), Flynn would become one of the most respected and effective law enforcement officials in American history.
Introduces seventy Victorian urban legends ranging from 'Beetle Eyes' to the 'Shoplifter's Dilemma' and from 'Hands in the Muff' to 'the Suicide Club'. While a handful of these stories are already known, the vast majority have never been identified, and they have certainly never received scholarly treatment.
Jeffrey D. Simon tells the gripping story of the forgotten terrorist group the Galleanists, a fiery brand of Italian anarchists in the United States during the early 1900s, many of whose tactics are still used today.
An engaging and insightful popular history of American presidential elections from 1789 to the present.
Principles and Practice, With Illustrative Case Studies
The intricacies of running a trauma center encompass not only clinical care but also rigorous administrative tasks and self-assessment. The emphasis on performance improvement is crucial, as no center can achieve perfection in patient care. This book highlights the importance of a robust performance improvement program to enhance outcomes in trauma centers, addressing the ongoing need for evaluation and enhancement in medical practices.
Focusing on trauma center administration and management, this guide offers essential insights for hospitals aspiring to achieve trauma center designation and those seeking performance enhancement. It covers administrative structures, clinical operations, and performance improvement strategies, while also preparing personnel for site visits. Additionally, it analyzes common critical injuries to illustrate how effective centers prioritize care for critically ill patients. This comprehensive overview serves as a vital resource for trauma center staff aiming to optimize their operations.
The story of the Alphabet Bomber is one of an extraordinary manhunt to find an elusive killer, a dogged prosecutor determined to bring him to justice, a pioneering female judge, and a cunning but tormented individual who demonstrates why lone-wolf terrorism is one of the most dangerous terrorist threats ever faced.
Fairies are inextricably part of the British and Irish Isles and sightings go back at least as far as the time of Shakespeare. Digitisation of local historical records has suddenly opened up a treasure trove of new sightings and information, which is gathered for the first time in this book
Tony Judt was born in London in 1948, but spent most of his career in America. He studied history at Cambridge and then earned his doctorate in France. His first major writings were about France's historical left-wing movements, particularly the French Socialist Party.
Few social historians had examined the popular religious beliefs of the 1500s at the time Thomas published Religion and the Decline of Magic in 1971. His analysis of how deeply held beliefs in witchcraft, spirits, and magic evolved during the Reformation remains one of the great works of post-war scholarship.