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This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Within the rapidly-growing arena of 'virtual worlds', such as Massively Multiplayer Online Games (MMOs), individuals behave in particular ways, influence one another, and develop complex relationships. This setting can be a useful tool for modeling complex social systems, cognitive factors, and interactions between groups and within organizations. To study these worlds effectively requires a cross-disciplinary approach that integrates social science theories with big data analytics. This broad-based book offers a comprehensive and holistic perspective on the field. It brings together research findings from an international team of experts in computer science (artificial intelligence, game design, and social computing), psychology, and the social sciences to help researchers and practitioners better understand the fundamental processes underpinning social behavior in virtual worlds such as World of Warcraft, Rift, Eve Online, and Travian. Features Summary This cross-disciplinary exploration of MMOs and other complex online worlds melds work from computer science, psychology and social science. Author Kiran Lakkaraju (Editor), Gita Sukthankar (Editor), Rolf T. Wigand (Editor) Publisher Cambridge UniversityPress Release date 20180705 Pages 452 ISBN 1-107-12882-X ISBN 13 978-1-107-12882-8

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours What can psychology offer inclusive education? Traditionally, special education has looked to psychology for many of its theoretical resources and practical strategies. While those seeking to promote more inclusive education have tended to see psychology and psychologists as part of the problem by providing a rationale for segregation. However, in practice many psychologists today are developing inclusive ways of working, and are paying attention to psychological theories that underpin inclusive education. Psychology for Inclusive Education reframes the contribution of psychology in terms of its relevance to inclusion and will show how psychological theories of learning and human development are compatible with inclusive education. Part 1 explores psychological theories relevant to understanding inclusive education and Part 2 looks at how psychology can contribute to promoting more inclusive education in practice. Chapters cover: * how psychologists can collaborate with teachers for inclusive solutions * Vygotsky's theories of learning and their significance for inclusion * the challenge of developing pedagogies for inclusion * sociocultural understandings of learning in inclusive classrooms * the role of emotion in learning and inclusion * cooperative learning and inclusion * the challenges and tensions of inclusion and high standards for schools * the practice of dynamic assessment as an inclusive alternative to IQ * social justice and inclusive psychology Bringing together a highly distinguished list of international contributors from the UK, USA and South Africa and including practising educational psychologists, this book will link theory to practice in schools and classrooms. International in focus and at the very cutting edge of the field, this is essential reading for all those interested in the development of inclusive education. Features Summary What can psychology offer inclusive education? This book reframes the contribution of psychology in terms of its relevance to inclusion and shows how psychological theories of learning and human development are compatible with inclusive education... Author Peter Hick (Editor), Ruth Kershner (Editor), Peter Farrell (Editor) Publisher Routledge Release date 20080905 Pages 184 ISBN 0-415-39050-8 ISBN 13 978-0-415-39050-7

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days "The Politics of Social Protest " was first published in 1995. Minnesota Archive Editions uses digital technology to make long-unavailable books once again accessible, and are published unaltered from the original University of Minnesota Press editions. Bringing together celebrated scholars from diverse traditions and backgrounds, The Politics of Social Protest focuses on the reciprocal relationships among social movements, states, and political parties. The volume is organized around three key questions: Why do citizens resort to the often risky and demanding strategy of using disruptive protest when other channels of political intervention appear to be available? What is the relationship between social protest movements and systems of political representation? And what is the impact of the structure and development of the state on social movements themselves? Contributors include Ronald Aminzade, University of Minnesota; Paul Burstein, University of Washington; Russell J. Dalton, University of California, Irvine; Donatella della Porta, University of Florence; Henry Dietz, University of Texas, Austin; Rachel L. Einwohner, University of Washington; Steven E. Finkel, University of Virginia; Jerrold D. Green, University of Arizona; Jocelyn Hollander, University of Washington; Hanspeter Kriesi, University of Geneva; Diarmuid Maguire, University of Sydney; Bronislaw Misztal, Indiana University, Fort Wayne; Edward N. Muller, University of Arizona; Michael Nollert, University of Trier; Karl-Dieter Opp, University of Hamburg; Dieter Rucht, Wissenschaftszentrum Berlin; Michael Wallace, Indiana University; and Gadi Wolfsfeld, Hebrew University of Jerusalem. J. Craig Jenkins is professor of sociology at The Ohio State University. He is the author of "The Politics of Insurgency: The Farm Worker Movement of the 1960's" (1985). Bert Klandermans is professor of applied social psychology at Free University in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. He has published widely on social movements in journals such as the "American Sociological Review," "Sociological Forum," and the "European Journal of Social Psychology." He is the editor of the Social Movements, Protest, and Contention series for the University of Minnesota Press. Copublished with UCL Press, London. Features Summary Comparative Perspectives on States and Social Movements. Bringing together celebrated scholars from diverse traditions and backgrounds, The Politics of Social Protest focuses on the reciprocal relationships among social movements... Author J.Craig Jenkins Publisher University of Minnesota Press Release date 19950426 Pages 288 ISBN 0-8166-2422-4 ISBN 13 978-0-8166-2422-5

(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) "The Penguin Dictionary of Psychology" has become a byword for demystifying the language of this complex subject. Now fully updated for its fourth edition, this wide-ranging and accessible dictionary is invaluable for both students and professionals, and an indispensable guide to all areas of psychology and psychiatry. It covers related fields such as neuroscience and social psychology. It describes how terms are employed, their wider connotations and past usage. It looks in detail at such key concepts as addiction and instinct. Format:Paperback Pages:928

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This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days The Cambridge Handbook of Violent Behavior and Aggression presents the current state of knowledge related to the study of violent behaviors and aggression. An important extension of the first Handbook published ten years ago, the second edition maintains a distinctly cross-disciplinary focus by representing the newest scholarship and insights from behavior genetics, cross-cultural comparative psychology/criminology, evolutionary psychology, criminal justice, criminology, human development, molecular genetics, neurosciences, psychology, prevention and intervention sciences, psychiatry, psychopharmacology, public health, and sociology. The Handbook is divided into introductory and overview chapters on the study of violent behavior and aggression, followed by chapters on biosocial bases, individual and interpersonal factors, contextual factors, and prevention and intervention work and policy implications. It is an essential resource for researchers, scholars, and graduate students across social and behavioral science disciplines interested in the etiology, intervention, and prevention of violent behavior and aggression. Features Summary Presenting a comprehensive, cross-disciplinary study of violent behavior and aggression across the lifespan, the second edition of this authoritative Handbook is brought fully up to date with the inclusion of new research on the etiology of violence and aggression... Author Alexander T. Vazsonyi (Editor), Daniel J. Flannery (Editor), Matt DeLisi (Editor) Publisher Cambridge UniversityPress Release date 20180710 Pages 822 ISBN 1-316-63221-0 ISBN 13 978-1-316-63221-5

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 13 working days Balancing biological, psychological, social, and cultural approaches, David Barlow and V. Mark Durand's groundbreaking integrative approach is the most modern, scientifically valid method for studying abnormal psychology. In this Sixth Edition of their proven Abnormal Psychology: An Integrative Approach, International Edition, Barlow and Durand successfully blend sophisticated research and an accessible writing style with the most widely recognized method of discussing psychopathology. Going beyond simply describing different schools of thought on psychological disorders, the authors explore the interactions of the various forces that contribute to psychopathology. A conversational writing style, consistent pedagogical elements, integrated case studies (95 per cent from the authors' own files), video clips of clients, and additional study tools make this text the most complete learning resource available. For instructors, an Instructor's Resource Manual, Test Bank, and a wide selection of videos are available to use when teaching the course. Features Summary Describing different schools of thought on psychological disorders, this title explores the interactions of the various forces that contribute to psychopathology.. Author David Barlow (Author), V.Mark Durand (Author) Publisher Wadsworth Publishing Co Inc Release date 20110520 Pages 736 ISBN 1-111-34520-1 ISBN 13 978-1-111-34520-4

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours Balancing biological, psychological, social, and cultural approaches, David Barlow and V. Mark Durand's groundbreaking integrative approach is the most modern, scientifically valid method for studying abnormal psychology. In this Sixth Edition of their proven Abnormal Psychology: An Integrative Approach, International Edition, Barlow and Durand successfully blend sophisticated research and an accessible writing style with the most widely recognized method of discussing psychopathology. Going beyond simply describing different schools of thought on psychological disorders, the authors explore the interactions of the various forces that contribute to psychopathology. A conversational writing style, consistent pedagogical elements, integrated case studies (95 per cent from the authors' own files), video clips of clients, and additional study tools make this text the most complete learning resource available. For instructors, an Instructor's Resource Manual, Test Bank, and a wide selection of videos are available to use when teaching the course. Features Summary Describing different schools of thought on psychological disorders, this title explores the interactions of the various forces that contribute to psychopathology.. Author David Barlow (Author), V.Mark Durand (Author) Publisher Wadsworth Publishing Co Inc Release date 20110520 Pages 736 ISBN 1-111-34520-1 ISBN 13 978-1-111-34520-4

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Please note this title is suitable for any student studying: Exam Board: AQA Level: A Level Year 1 and AS Subject: Psychology First teaching: September 2015 First exams: June 2016 This revision guide combines exceptionally clear presentation of the essential information students need to know with plenty of activities to develop the critical skills needed for interpreting and answering exam questions. Revise, practise, then apply what you've learnt to fully prepare for the exams. Differentiated information and activities are provided on what students must, should and could know for all topics (Social influence, Memory, Attachment, Psychopathology, Approaches in Psychology, Biopsychology and Research Methods). Includes focused exam skills activities to help embed learning and to help you to get your best results. Suitable for both AS and A Level students, with A Level-only content clearly highlighted. Features Summary Provides all the essential information students need to know along with plenty of activities to develop skills for interpreting and answering exam questions... Author Mike Cardwell (Author), Rob McIlveen (Author), Rachel Moody (Author), Joseph Robinson-Sparks (Author) Publisher Oxford UniversityPress Release date 20160421 Pages 288 ISBN 0-19-837640-5 ISBN 13 978-0-19-837640-8

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 15 working days This book challenges the conventional wisdom that policy performance is the most important determinant of regime support. It does so by focusing on two countries where performance and support do not match. Chile is the economic envy of every country in Latin America, yet support has been surprisingly anemic. By contrast, Venezuela managed to maintain extremely high levels of support during the reign of Hugo Chavez despite severe failures of governance. Resolution of these paradoxes requires turning away from policy decisions and focusing instead on how those decisions are made. Taking inspiration from democratic theory and social psychology, this book argues that extensive opportunities for direct participation in the political process engenders in citizens strong feelings of efficacy - a sense of control over the course of politics. Rhodes-Purdy uses a mixed-methods approach to test this theory, including qualitative case studies, analysis of survey data, and experimental methods. Features Summary Offers a new theory of regime support to explain why citizen support for regimes does not always match policy performance. Author Matthew Rhodes Purdy Publisher Cambridge UniversityPress Release date 20171021 ISBN 1-108-42025-7 ISBN 13 978-1-108-42025-9

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This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days A distinguished psychiatrist from Martinique who took part in the Algerian Nationalist Movement, Frantz Fanon was one of the most important theorists of revolutionary struggle, colonialism, and racial difference in history. Fanon s masterwork is a classic alongside Edward Said s Orientalism or The Autobiography of Malcolm X, and it is now available in a new translation that updates its language for a new generation of readers. The Wretched of the Earth is a brilliant analysis of the psychology of the colonized and their path to liberation. Bearing singular insight into the rage and frustration of colonized peoples, and the role of violence in effecting historical change, the book incisively attacks the twin perils of postindependence colonial politics: the disenfranchisement of the masses by the elites on the one hand, and intertribal and interfaith animosities on the other. Fanon s analysis, a veritable handbook of social reorganization for leaders of emerging nations, has been reflected all too clearly in the corruption and violence that has plagued present-day Africa. The Wretched of the Earth has had a major impact on civil rights, anticolonialism, and black consciousness movements around the world, and this bold new translation by Richard Philcox reaffirms it as a landmark." Features Summary From one of the most important theorists of revolutionary struggle, colonialism, and racial difference in history comes this brilliant analysis of the psychology of colonized peoples and their path to liberation--now available in a new translation with updated language. Author Frantz Fanon (Author), Richard Philcox (Translator) Publisher Grove Press Release date 20040101 Pages 251 ISBN 0-8021-4132-3 ISBN 13 978-0-8021-4132-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 15 working days William James (1842-1910) argued for a philosophy of democracy and pluralism that advocates individual and collective responsibility for our social arrangements, our morality, and our religion. In James' view, democracy resides first and foremost not in governmental institutions or in procedures such as voting, but rather in the characteristics of individuals, and in qualities of mind and conduct. It is a philosophy for social change, counselling action and hope despite the manifold challenges facing democratic politics, and these issues still resonate strongly today. In this book, Stephen Bush explores how these themes connect to James' philosophy of religion, his moral thought, his epistemology, his psychology, and his metaphysics. His fresh and original study highlights the relevance of James' thought to modern debates, and will appeal to scholars and students of moral and political philosophy. Features Summary A study of William James' philosophy of democracy and pluralism and its relevance to modern debates. Author Stephen Bush Publisher Cambridge UniversityPress Release date 20171031 Pages 246 ISBN 1-107-13595-8 ISBN 13 978-1-107-13595-6

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This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Everyone deplores narcissism, especially in others. The vain are by turns annoying or absurd, offending us whether they are blissfully oblivious or proudly aware of their behavior. But are narcissism and vanity really as bad as they seem? Can we avoid them even if we try? In Mirror, Mirror, Simon Blackburn, the author of such best-selling philosophy books as Think, Being Good, and Lust, says that narcissism, vanity, pride, and self-esteem are more complex than they first appear and have innumerable good and bad forms. Drawing on philosophy, psychology, literature, history, and popular culture, Blackburn offers an enlightening and entertaining exploration of self-love, from the myth of Narcissus and the Christian story of the Fall to today's self-esteem industry.A sparkling mixture of learning, humor, and style, Mirror, Mirror examines what great thinkers have said about self-love-from Aristotle, Cicero, and Erasmus to Rousseau, Adam Smith, Kant, and Iris Murdoch. It considers today's "me"-related obsessions, such as the "selfie," plastic surgery, and cosmetic enhancements, and reflects on connected phenomena such as the fatal commodification of social life and the tragic overconfidence of George W. Bush and Tony Blair. Ultimately, Mirror, Mirror shows why self-regard is a necessary and healthy part of life. But it also suggests that we have lost the ability to distinguish-let alone strike a balance-between good and bad forms of self-concern. Features Summary Everyone deplores narcissism, especially in others. The vain are by turns annoying or absurd, offending us whether they are blissfully oblivious or proudly aware of their behavior... Author Simon Blackburn Publisher Princeton University Press Release date 20160412 Pages 224 ISBN 0-691-16911-X ISBN 13 978-0-691-16911-8

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