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Focusing on body image, this engaging book by psychologist David Cohen delves into the psychological factors that shape our perceptions of appearance. It examines how societal influences and personal experiences affect our self-image, offering insights into the complex relationship between self-esteem and physical appearance. Through a light-hearted approach, Cohen encourages readers to reflect on their feelings about their bodies and the broader implications of these perceptions.

The Book of My Son Reuben is a personal account of how psychologist David Cohen coped - and did not cope - with the death of his son, Reuben. Offering a unique perspective on the experience of parental loss, it offers a personal and analytical exploration of sorrow and guilt, and of what research tells us about trauma and grief.

In a rapidly changing world, children have more of a voice than ever before. In The New Power of Children and Young People, David Cohen explores how this has happened, what the consequences might be and how we can best engage with our young people. David Cohen considers the social, political, and psychological issues involved in children and young people's influence, and how it impacts the balance of power between children and parents, and other adults in their lives. It examines crucial topics including the role of high-profile young people such as Malala Yousafzai and Greta Thunberg; their knowledge of and anxieties around global issues such as climate change; children's relationships with technology and social media; their changing relationships with parents and guardians; how children develop a sense of justice; sex and relationships; how children are depicted in TV and film; young people's experience of education; and shines a light on their growing political confidence and engagement. Young people should be interested as well as parents, teachers, social workers, politicians and other key professionals involved in children and young people's lives. This thought-provoking book offers insight to help us understand young people's lives.

"Inspecting Psychology takes a sleuth's magnifying glass to the interplay between psychology, psychiatry and detective fiction to provide a unique examination of the history of psychology. As psychology evolved over the centuries, so did crime writing. This book looks at how the psychological movements of the time influenced classic authors from Agatha Christie and Arthur Conan-Doyle to Dorothy Sayers and Georges Simenon, to reveal an enduring connection between psychology and the human need to solve mysteries. Some key puzzles. Why did Agatha Christie make so many doctors killers in her books? Why Simenon not become a psychiatrist? Did Lord Peter Wimsey have all the charm, passion and tenderness no lover gave Dorothy Sayers? Beginning with earliest origins of psychology in Greek literature alongside the Oedipal story and the ideas of Aristotle, the book travels through to the late 18th and 19th centuries and the work of Edgar Allan Poe who wrote the first detective story proper. With the birth of modern psychology in the late 19th century, the growing fascination with understanding behaviour coincided with the popular whodunnit. Readers are whisked through the development of psychology in the 20th century and beyond, from the impact of shellshock in First World War and the early understanding of mental illness, through to the growth of psychoanalysis and the ideas of Freud, behaviourism and attachment theory. At every stop on this original rattle through history, David Cohen reveals the influence these psychological movements had on crime writers and their characters and plots. The result is a highly enjoyable, engaging read for those interested in how the unique pairing of the history of psychology with the history of detective novel can unveil insights in the human condition. It should appeal to anyone interested in psychology who want their subject served with a thriller on the side"-- Provided by publisher

Set in a vibrant chess club, the story follows a young girl's journey as she learns valuable life skills through the game. With a focus on friendship and teamwork, she discovers the importance of cooperation, concentration, and responsibility. Drawing from true experiences, the author combines practical lessons with the enchanting artistry of International Master Sofia Polgar, whose poems and illustrations enhance the narrative. This engaging tale invites young readers to explore the magic of chess while gaining insights into personal growth and social interaction.

The narrative centers on Jim Bolger, a self-taught son of Irish immigrants who rose to prominence in New Zealand politics during the 1970s. As a devout Catholic and farmer, he served as Minister of Labour and Prime Minister, fostering improved U.S. relations as ambassador. In his eighties, Bolger remains a dynamic thinker, engaging in reflective conversations with writer David Cohen. "Fridays with Jim" captures his journey through political landscapes, personal milestones, and evolving national identity, showcasing his blend of traditional values and progressive ideas.

Explores the impact of the widespread quarantine on our relationships, our children, our mental health and our daily lives, as we lived through social isolation during the global COVID-19 pandemic. Packed with guidance and coping strategies for lockdown

"This book tells the real story of abortion in America, one that captures a disturbing reality of sometimes insurmountable barriers put in front of women trying to exercise their legal rights to medical services. Without the efforts of an unheralded army of doctors, nurses, social workers, activists, and volunteers, what is a legal right would be meaningless for the almost one million people per year who get abortions. There is a better way--treating abortion like any other form of health care--but the United States is a long way from that ideal"--

Revised edition of the author's The development of play, 2006.