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Books in Psychology

Elsevier's Psychology collection is vital for students and psychologists, providing a thorough understanding of the mind and behavior. Covering human thought, development, personality, emotion, and motivation, it offers insights into both theoretical and practical aspects. Through topics like cognitive, developmental, and clinical psychology, it equips researchers and students to address real-world challenges and advance their understanding of the field.

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  • Population Neuroimaging

    • 1st Edition
    • Ryan Muetzel + 2 more
    • English
    Population Neuroimaging covers important themes within population neuroimaging and provides the reader with the tools to understand and engage in population-based neuroimaging studies. This emerging field empowers readers to understand brain structure, function, development, and aging within the general population, including the inherent variety and diversity of health or illness within the population. Unlike studies that recruit patients with specific illnesses, population neuroimaging encompasses epidemiological approaches to better understand genetic and environmental factors that contribute to both brain health and brain disorders in the population at large.

  • Empowerment Self-Defense

    Theory, Research and Practice
    • 1st Edition
    • Lindsay M. Orchowski + 1 more
    • English
    Empowerment Self-Defense: Theory, Research and Practice explores the theory, research, and practice of empowerment self-defense as a sexual assault prevention approach. This book begins with introductory chapters that introduce key issues and theory, including the theoretical underpinnings of empowerment self-defense, the difference between empowerment self-defense and martial arts, as well as myths and misconceptions about the approach. The second section include a series of chapters that summarize research on empowerment self-defense. The final section of the book will address special topics, including implementation of empowerment self-defense for indigenous population, individuals with disabilities, and transgender women.Nationwide, 81% of women have reported experiencing some form of sexual harassment and/or assault in their lifetime. Sexual assault prevention programs vary in their approaches and one approach empowerment self-defense, strengthens an individual’s ability to prevent and respond to threat, and holds great promise for stopping violence and reducing inequality.

  • Biological Measures of Well-Being

    • 1st Edition
    • Colin R. Martin + 3 more
    • English
    The Scientific Basis of Well-being, comprises of three books that examines the interlink between physical and emotional well-being. This volume, Biological Measures of Well-Being is organized into four distinct sections. The first section introduces the reader to the correlates between well-being with environment, economic status, and biological measures. The second section outlines the blood and body fluids as biological correlates of well-being. The third section reviews the physiology and imaging as biological correlates of well-being. The fourth discuss the genetic correlates of well-being. Written by international experts in the field, this book will be the single source researchers and clinicians to understand well-being and their interlink with biological measures.

  • Interventions and Modifiers of Well-Being and Their Impact

    • 1st Edition
    • Colin R. Martin + 3 more
    • English
    The Scientific Basis of Well-being: Modifiers and Treatments comprises of three books that examines the interlink between physical and emotional well-being. This volume, Interventions and Modifiers of Well-Being and Their Impact is organized into three distinct sections. The first section defines the significance of well-being and its applications to health. The second section reviews the various positive modifier of well-being, including yoga, meditation, art, and dance. The third section outlines the potential negative modifiers including obesity, addiction, and use of social media. Each chapter provides case studies and clinical examples of applications. Written by international experts in the field, this book will be the single source researchers and clinicians understand and implement modifiers to help improve well-being.

  • Digital Psychiatry

    Case studies from Patient-Driven Innovations
    • 1st Edition
    • Luis Sandoval + 2 more
    • English
    Over the past two decades technology has begun to play an important role in medicine. The synergy of technology and psychiatry now called, telepsychiatry or digital psychiatry, has helped increase treatment access, training and dissemination while reducing cost and stigma associated with mental health disorders. Most of what is known today in telepsychiatry is based on scientific research such as pilot studies, mid to large clinical trial and meta-analysis, which has been conducted in hospital and/or academic settings. Unfortunately, these studies only tell one side of the story, that of the scientists, doctors, clinicians, and professors without taking into account the experience of the patients. This lack of response has driven patients to search for answers independently and solve their own issues by designing simple and innovative ways to complement and treat their chronic and, sometimes, acute mental health conditions. Digital Psychiatry: Case Studies of Patient-Driven Innovations illustrates the clinical perspective of using technology to improve mental health of patients. A series of clinical cases how by modifying and adapting current available technological devices such as video games, apps, movies, and online videos can treat patient’s psychiatric conditions. This book is a prime resource for researchers and clinicians who are trying to understand how to incorporate technology into treatment options for patients.

  • Mindful Self-Care for Clinicians and Caregivers

    A Group Facilitator's Guide
    • 1st Edition
    • Martin Lumpkin + 2 more
    • English
    Clinicians and caregivers face high risks of burnout, stress, and emotional fatigue from the demands of giving care to those in need over time. Mindfulness-based interventions can promote self-care and reduce caregiver burden. Mindful Self-Care for Clinicians and Caregivers (MSCC) offers participants the opportunity to access the privileges of caregiving and to enhance resilience and well-being.This practical, evidence-based guide supports facilitators of groups focused on Mindful Self-Care for Clinicians and Caregivers . This guide is developed by experienced mental health professionals and scholars, and offers the following key features:Step-by-ste... session guides for in-person and virtual delivery of MSCCDownloadable resources: participant handouts, audio meditations, videos, and visual aidsFacilitation tips and strategies for common challengesCultural considerations and adaptable group structuresTheoretica... and empirical foundations including hypotheses and methods for researchers and studentsFlexible use for group facilitation or individual self-studyThe guide also explores the emotional demands of caregiving and offers models to understand and promote Mindful Self-Care for Clinicians and Caregivers. An online companion site provides multimedia support for facilitators.Whether used in clinical settings, in educating practitioners, or for personal growth, this guide promotes sustainable, compassionate caregiving and self-care through learning the fundamental skills of mindful practice.

  • Handbook of Diversity in Body Image

    • 1st Edition
    • Viren Swami + 1 more
    • English
    Handbook of Diversity in Body Image is a novel exploration that exceeds traditional discussions of body image to delve into the culturally varied experiences. The book begins by tracing the historical trajectory of body image research and practice, highlighting the evolution from past perspectives to our current understanding. The next section presents comprehensive insights into body image in various countries and regions including East Asia, South America, the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe. Additional chapters review the intricate intersections of identity, including discussions on body image in racialized minority groups, minoritized sexual and gender identities, men, the food insecure, and individuals facing religious diversities. Each chapter highlights the importance of understanding and embracing diversity in body image practice, emphasizing the significance of intersectionality in both research and real-world applications.

  • The Neuroscience of Deep Brain Stimulation

    Research and Clinical Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Yasin Temel + 2 more
    • English
    Neuroscience of Deep Brain Stimulation: Research and Clinical Applications begins by introducing readers to the foundational research and historical background of DBS, including developmental experimental models for movement and psychiatric disorders. The second section reviews various clinical applications, including numerous and in-depth case studies. The final section identifies the mechanisms of action behind DBS, including cellular, metabolic, and neurochemical mechanisms. Internationally contributed, this book is an essential guide for anyone in the field of DBS.

  • Emotional Security and Conflict in Context

    A Developmental Psychopathology Perspective on Youth Adjustment
    • 1st Edition
    • E. Mark Cummings + 1 more
    • English
    Emotional Security and Conflict in Context: A Developmental Psychopathology Perspective on Youth Adjustment covers the effects of conflict on children. Moving beyond conflict in the family, over 1 billion children are affected by community and political conflict and war, which also has profound and long-lasting implications for development. This book integrates several theoretical models that are central to work in this field, providing a clear review of the literature in a way that systematically and logically flows. In addition, it discusses child development from a developmental psychopathology perspective.Finally, the book integrates perspectives on violence and conflict across the social ecology, as well as several theoretical frameworks that are core to the field.

  • Advances in Experimental Social Psychology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 73
    • English
    The Advances in Experimental Social Psychology series is the premier outlet for reviews of mature, high-impact research programs in social psychology. Contributions to the series provide defining pieces of established research programs, reviewing and integrating thematically related findings by individual scholars or research groups. Topics discussed in Volume 73 include cultural transmission of bias, conspiracy mentality, social power, authenticity, and collective narcissism.

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