This author delves into the realms of health psychology and clinical psychology. Their work focuses on a deep understanding of human health and psychological processes. They explore how psychological factors influence our physical well-being and behavior. Their approach is grounded in extensive research and theoretical foundations.
This collection of vignettes offers a unique perspective on significant historical events and personal experiences. The author reflects on his grandfather's tragic death in WWI, the October Crisis in Canada, and nostalgic summers in the French Pyrenées. He shares poignant encounters with Cambodian refugees and serene moments by Ethiopia's Lake Langano. The narrative also includes harrowing experiences during the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami and a surreal journey through North Korea, blending personal anecdotes with broader historical contexts.
"The goal for this text is to emphasize that treatment of psychosis must be tailored to the needs of individual patients. While a given diagnosis may suggest principle mechanisms under prescription guidelines, standard treatment of psychosis is unfeasible due to no two patients suffering from an identical illness. This text therefore aims to contrast the one-size-fits-all treatment that general medicine has taken for granted, and instead focuses on building psychiatrist and patient relationships to foster individual treatment plans"-- Provided by publisher
Introduction to Clinical Health Psychology integrates psychological theory with the practice of health and clinical psychology in the hospital and in the broader context of health care. It considers both clinical interventions and those of a non-clinical nature that also impact patients and health-care workers.
What causes mental health problems, and what are the best treatments? How do personal experiences with these issues compare to academic models? This extensively updated textbook builds on its first edition by incorporating the latest research, therapeutic approaches, and clinical practice developments. Key features include expanded coverage of the aetiology of conditions, assessment of DSM-IV diagnostic criteria, and analysis of cross-cultural issues. It also presents case studies with patient perspectives and introduces a new chapter on somatoform disorders. Enhanced pedagogy, including research boxes and critical thinking prompts, encourages deeper engagement with the material. The book retains the original structure, divided into two main sections: the first critically evaluates conceptual models of mental health and treatment, while the second offers in-depth analyses of disorders like schizophrenia, trauma-related conditions, and addictions. Chapters in the second section have been restructured to provide comprehensive aetiology and treatment analysis. Each disorder is examined from psychological, social, and biological perspectives, exploring various intervention types. This text serves as a comprehensive European alternative to established US textbooks for undergraduates in the field.
The earth's ocean environment is at least as complex as any on land. Its living creatures range in size from whales to plankton - drifting plants and animals of nearly microscopic size. About the The Natural World Series explores different world regions and the people and other living creatures that inhabit them. The central focus of each book is the region's wildlife - its animals, birds, and insects - how and where they live, their foods, and their social, mating, and breeding behaviors. Each page of every title in this series is filled with full-color illustrations.
An accessible introduction to clinical psychology, this book skillfully integrates theory and research with practical examples and case studies. It serves as a valuable resource for understanding the field, making complex concepts approachable for readers.
The story follows Johnny and his team of ex-mercenaries as they confront the escalating crisis of poaching in a game reserve. With elephants targeted for their ivory and rhinos for their horns, they are determined to protect these endangered species and restore peace to the reserve. The narrative explores themes of bravery, conservation, and the fight against wildlife crime, highlighting the moral complexities faced by those who take a stand against poachers.
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