In this extensively revised edition, Martha Ann Bell and her contributors synthesize the newest research on how cognitive and emotional processes influence each other in child development. Historically, research in child development has treated cognitive processes as separate and distinct from social-emotional processes. However, many of the ......
This innovative book sets out practical guidance for people with dementia, their families and carers on reducing the symptoms of Alzheimers disease and other dementias.
Examines the impact of ubiquitous information technology, with discussions about what makes these technologies so addictive, and their effect on emotional well-being, memory, learning, driving, and cognitive reserves.
Leon Festinger's theory of cognitive dissonance has been widely recognized for its important and influential concepts in areas of motivation and social psychology. The theory of dissonance is here applied to the problem of why partial reward, delay of reward , and effort expenditure during training result in increased resistance to extinction. ......
This book is a practical guide to the evidence-based cognitive restructuring (CR) for PTSD treatment, which has been specifically designed to meet the unique needs of people with serious mental illness. Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is one of the most common disorders in persons with serious mental illness (SMI), leading to more severe ......
Presents an evaluation of the status of major psychotherapeutic approaches. This book presents evidence for the efficacy of widely used interventions for frequently encountered mental disorders for special populations, including children, adolescents, and adults. It addresses the methodological challenges in translating research into practice.
A Hands-On Roadmap to Training and Developing Your Career
Unlock your career in neuropsychology with this practical workbook for aspiring professionals. This is a hands-on, practical workbook to accompany The Neuropsychologist's Roadmap: A Training and Career Guide. This workbook covers the training journey in neuropsychology, as well as its foundational and functional competencies. The workbook allows ......
How does magic fool the senses? Why do people believe in conspiracy theories? And how do advertisements influence the decisions we make as consumers? Applied Cognitive Psychology answers these questions and demonstrates how cognitive psychology theory and concepts learned in the classroom can be applied to everyday life. Covering core topics ......
Thoroughly updated and revised, this new edition is more sophisticated, current, and complete than ever, while still retaining the book's signature emphasis on the 'essentials' of conditioning and learning.
