In Psychology of Aging: A Concise Exploration, author Sara J. Margolin redefines how we think about getting older. Employing a bio-psycho-social perspective, Margolin introduces modern learners to the study of adulthood and aging, offering a holistic examination of its impact on our bodies, minds, relationships, and social roles. Through an ......
The Third Edition of Alan M. Schwitzer, Amber L. Pope, and Lawrence C. Rubin's Diagnosis and Treatment Planning Skills: A Popular Culture Casebook Approach thoroughly covers essential clinical thinking skills in professional counseling through classic and contemporary popular culture case examples. Fully revised for use with the DSM-5-TR, the text begins with discussion of diagnosis, case conceptualization, and current treatment planning practices, covering the interplay of individual clinical tools and their application in contemporary practice. Twenty DSM-5-TR updated case illustrations follow, representing a diverse range of individual differences and intersecting identities. Students will engage with each case illustration in a start-to-finish application of clinical tools.
Creating Effective Teams: A Guide for Members and Leaders provides expert-backed strategies for cultivating top-performing teams across public and private industries. The updated Seventh Edition offers cutting-edge methodologies tailored to modern work dynamics, supporting maximum productivity and collaboration.
Healthcare's advancements are undeniable, but delivering good value remains a challenge. Costs rise while quality improvements lag, leading some to call for removing business from healthcare entirely. This book offers a different perspective, inviting students and professionals to consider the potential of evidence-based business practices to improve healthcare and reduce costs. This engaging guide explores the unique complexities of the healthcare industry, highlighting why it's ripe for disruption through innovative business solutions. By delving into how traditional models might not fit healthcare perfectly, the book paves the way for understanding how better business practices can unlock the potential for higher quality care at a lower cost.
In the Ninth Edition of Applied Psychology in Talent Management, world-renown authors Wayne F. Cascio and Herman Aguinis provide the most comprehensive, future-oriented overview of psychological theories and how they impact people decisions in today's workplace. Taking a rigorous, evidence-based approach, the new edition includes more than 750 new citations from top-tier journal articles. Integrated coverage of technology, strategy, globalization, and social responsibility throughout the text provides students with a holistic view of the field and equips them with the tools necessary to create productive, enjoyable work environments.
An Introduction to U.S. Racial and Ethnic Politics
Uneven Roads helps students grasp how, when, and why race and ethnicity matter in U.S. politics. Using the metaphor of a road, with twists, turns, and dead ends, this incisive text takes students on a journey to understanding political racialization and the roots of modern interpretations of race and ethnicity.
This text teaches students the basics of communication research in an accessible manner by using student-focused real-world examples, engaging application exercises, and up-to-date resources. The Fifth Edition adds coverage of artificial intelligence (AI), and references the latest research and data sources related to changes in communication brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Many primary school teachers find science a difficult subject to teach. Not only do teachers need to develop their own knowledge of a complex subject, they also need to know how to bring this subject to life in the primary classroom. Science Fix is here to help! In this practical book, author Danny Nicholson: *Guides you through all areas of the primary science curriculum. *Outlines the subject knowledge you need for each area, enabling you to teach with confidence. *Includes practical advice for teaching and guidance on how to plan and deliver sequences of engaging science lessons. *Outlines activities for teaching that promote scientific thinking and help children to work as scientists. *Identifies common misconceptions, allowing you to anticipate them in planning. *Asks what working scientifically is and, importantly, what it is not.
