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  • The Sociopath Next Doorby Martha Phd Stout

    Broadway Books 2005; US$ 11.99

    Who is the devil you know? Is it your lying, cheating ex-husband? Your sadistic high school gym teacher? Your boss who loves to humiliate people in meetings? The colleague who stole your idea and passed it off as her own? In the pages of The Sociopath Next Door , you will realize that your ex was not just misunderstood. He’s a sociopath. And your boss, teacher, and colleague? They may be sociopaths too. We are accustomed to think of sociopaths as violent criminals, but in The Sociopath Next Door , Harvard psychologist Martha Stout reveals that a shocking 4 percent of ordinary people—one in twenty-five—has an often undetected mental disorder, the chief symptom of which is that that person possesses no conscience. He... more...

  • Autismby Stuart Murray

    Taylor and Francis 2011; US$ 25.95

    Autism is the first book on the condition that seeks to combine medical, historical and cultural approaches to an understanding of the condition. Its purpose is to present a rounded portrayal of the ways in which autism is currently represented in the world, It focuses on three broad areas: the facts of scientific research, including new ideas surrounding research into genetics and neuroscience, as well as the details of diagnosis and therapy; the history of the condition as it developed through psychiatric approaches to the rise of parent associations, neurodiversity and autism advocacy; and the fictional and media narratives through which it is increasingly expressed in the contemporary moment. Accessible and written in clear English,... more...

  • Abnormal Psychologyby Alan Carr

    Psychology Press 2001; US$ 32.50

    Presents a clear and in-depth account of Abnormal Psychology. It focuses on both clincial descriptions, using illustrative case studies at the beginning of each section, and on the implications of major perspectives. more...

  • An Asperger Dictionary of Everyday Expressionsby Ian Stuart-Hamilton

    Jessica Kingsley Publishers 2006; US$ 19.95

    Praise for the first edition:. 'This is a truly inspirational book and teaching tool and a very successful dictionary for all. It should be on the bookshelves of every inclusive classroom, house and office.'. – Good Autism Practice. 'A useful addition to the reference library of parents and professionals working with children and adults with Autistic Spectrum Disorders.'. – The National Association for Gifted Children. '...illustrates just how complex the English language is... A brilliant idea if you're not sure what an expression means or which one to use.'. – Autism West Midlands. This revised and expanded edition adds over 300 new expressions that help unlock the meaning of everyday expressions. Both informative and entertaining,... more...

  • Crazyby Pete Earley

    Penguin Group Inc. 2007; US$ 12.99

    Former Washington Post reporter Pete Earley had written extensively about the criminal justice system. But it was only when his own son- in the throes of a manic episode-broke into a neighbor's house that he learned what happens to mentally ill people who break a law. This is the Earley family's compelling story, a troubling look at bureaucratic apathy and the countless thousands who suffer confinement instead of care, brutal conditions instead of treatment, in the "revolving doors" between hospital and jail. With mass deinstitutionalization, large numbers of state mental patients are homeless or in jail-an experience little better than the horrors of a century ago. Earley takes us directly into that experience-and into that of a father... more...

  • Psychology Today: Taming Bipolar Disorderby Lori Oliwenstein

    Penguin Group Inc. 2004; US$ 14.99

    Living and thriving with bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder is about the wildest of euphorias and the deepest of depressions. Now, Alpha Books and Psychology Today present all the information, guidance, and support people with bipolar disorder-and their loved ones-need in order to thrive. This important book contains cutting-edge research and straightforward advice from the most respected names on bipolar disorder, along with the most up-to-date information on mental health organizations and support and advocacy groups. In addition, readers will find inspiring stories of courage and triumph. * More than two million Americans live with bipolar disorder-and it's on the rise among children and adolescents * Includes strategies for navigating... more...

  • The Recognition and Management of Early Psychosisby Henry J. Jackson; Patrick D. McGorry

    Cambridge University Press 2009; US$ 70.00

    Guides practitioners and researchers in the adoption of carefully planned management strategies fully integrating treatment with prevention. more...

  • The First Episode of Psychosisby Michael T Compton; Beth Broussard

    Oxford University Press, USA 2009; US$ 15.95

    The First Episode of Psychosis is the ideal book for patients experiencing the frightening and confusing initial episode of psychosis, which often occurs during late adolescence or early adulthood, and which affects nearly 3% of all people over the course of their lifetime. The book covers a range of disorders, focusing on primary psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia and schizophreniform disorder, clearly describing symptoms, early warning signs, and treatment--information that is essential for patients and families faced with the challenges posed by psychosis. The book also discusses psychiatric evaluation, healthy lifestyle choices, and the stigma often associated with mental illnesses. Worksheets allow readers to keep records of symptoms... more...

  • Pocket Guide to Crisis Interventionby Albert R Roberts; Kenneth R Yeager

    Oxford University Press, USA 2009; US$ 27.95

    1. Definition and Nature of Crisis. 2. Public vs. Private Crisis. 3. Events that Precipitate a Crisis. 4. Twelve Characteristics and Indicators of a Crisis-Prone Person. 5. Types of Crises. 6. Burgess and Roberts' Stress-Crisis-Trauma Continuum. 7. Psychophysiological Reactions to a Crisis. 8. Stress Symptomatology and the General Adaptation Syndrome. 9. Common Signs, Symptoms, and Psychological Responses to Crisis (Emotional, Cognitive, and Behavioral). 10. Roberts' Seven Stage Crisis Intervention Model (R-SSCIM). 11. The Crisis Management Plan. 12. Dos and Don'ts for Crisis Hotline Workers. 13. Steps for Handling Difficult or Hostile Callers to a Hotline. 14. Suicide Risk Assessment Protocol and Warning Signs. 15. Crisis Intervention... more...

  • Voices of Bipolar Disorderby Judtih Cohen

    LaChance Publishing LLC 2010; US$ 9.99

    Heartbreaking and yet humorous, this inspirational collection includes personal stories from more than 40 diverse people who are living with bipolar disorder—a condition that affects some five million Americans. Each story reveals strategies used to cope with the varying symptoms—from mania and depression to recklessness and listlessness—and offers insight into what it is like to have this mood instability disorder. Paired with essays from renowned medical researchers on the science of the disease and a comprehensive resources section on where to get help, these first-hand accounts illustrate the strength of the human spirit and offer the advice and encouragement essential to recovery. For those seeking bravery, consolation,... more...