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A wise generous book Washington PostFrom acclaimed psychoanalyst Adam Phillips a meditation on what we must give up to feel more alive To give up or not to give up The question can feel inescapable but the answer is never simple Giving up our supposed vices is one thing giving up on life itself is quite another One form of self sacrifice feels positive something to admire and aspire to while the other is profoundly unsettling if not actively undesirable There are always it turns out both good and bad sacrifices but it is not always clear beforehand which is which We give something up because we believe we can no longer go on as we are In this sense giving up is a critical moment an attempt to make a different future In On Giving Up acclaimed psychoanalyst Adam Phillips illuminates both the gaps and the connections between the many ways of giving up and helps us to address the central question what must we give up in order to feel more alive One of the finest prose stylists in the language an Emerson of our time John Banville The best living essayist writing in English John Gray

Throughout history humans have attempted to influence and control the thoughts of others Since the word brainwashing was coined in the aftermath of the Korean War it has become part of the popular culture and been exploited to create sensational headlines It has also been the subject of learned discussion from many disciplines including history sociology psychology and psychotherapy But until now a crucial part of the debate has been missing that of any serious reference to the science of the human brain Descriptions of how opinions can be changed whether by persuasion deceit or force have been almost entirely psychological In Brainwashing Kathleen Taylor brought the worlds of neuroscience and social psychology together for the first time In elegant and accessible prose and with abundant use of anecdotes and case studies she examines the ethical problems involved in carrying out the required experiments on humans the limitations of animal models and the frightening implications of such research She also explores the history of thought control and shows how it persists all around us from marketing and television to politics and education This edition includes a new preface from the author reflecting on the uses of brainwashing today includi

Practical Digital Marketing and AI Psychology explores how successful brands utilise both psychology and cutting edge artificial intelligence technologies to maximise digital marketing strategies Psychology has long been a foundation for successful marketing strategies and evolving AI technologies are opening up new opportunities for marketers to help brands build trust and loyalty online In this exceptional book award winning writer Jonathan Gabay delves into fascinating psychological digital marketing techniques and concepts explaining the practical psychology and science you need to lift your marketing career to the next level Gabay explores how new technologies can be harnessed to increase their impact significantly The book provides practical tips and contemporary best practice examples including prompt engineering the psychology behind mission statements and logo design gamification the possibilities and pitfalls of social media among many more areas that will ensure your brand is trusted valued and desired This definitive book is perfect for marketing students up to PhD level and digital marketing PR and sales professionals looking for a fascinating compelling read packed with ideas and examples that combines academic excellence with practica

An urgent call to action on a rising and preventable trend Each year in the United States alone nearly 50 000 individuals die by suicide more than 1 2 million others attempt it John Bateson former executive director of a suicide prevention center examines this national tragedy from multiple angles while debunking common myths sharing demographic data and identifying risk factors and warning signs Suicide provides essential information about the current landscape surrounding suicide in the United States as well as strategies to prevent further tragedy Bateson emphasizes that the rise in suicide and attempted suicide is not only a mental health issue affecting individuals but also an urgent problem for society at large He discusses suicide in parks prisons and the military as well as assisted suicide suicide by cop and murder suicide In particular he details the stark relationship among guns drugs jump sites and suicide focusing on one of the most effective ways to prevent suicide restricting access to lethal means In addition to presenting practical information for identifying people at risk of suicide Bateson details important steps that individuals businesses and the government can take to end this public health problem

Thsi book focuses on entrepreneurial development and the development of small businesses in Africa The central idea of this book is that entrepreneurial development and small business development are connected Entrepreneurship is lauded as an engine of growth economic development and job creation with small businesses often contributing to new job creation Also entrepreneurship and small business development are the heart of many countries economies The decision to focus on entrepreneurial development and small business development is that first there is a consensus that most entrepreneurial activities are aimed at creating small new ventures Second countries that give special attention to entrepreneurship stand a chance of industrialization Third Africa has been reported as having a rich entrepreneurial landscape as the continent s wealthiest individuals generated their wealth as trailblazing entrepreneurs Fourth small scale entrepreneurs and businesses form the backbone of economic activities across the continent A motivation to focus on entrepreneurial and small business development is the generally accepted view that start ups in Africa are growing calling for understanding into how to enhance productivity efficiencies and application of new tech

Accepting that there is no one size fits all approach to controlling drinking the latest edition of this bestselling book will help you assess your drinking and determine whether moderation or abstinence is the best path for you For decades the standard treatment for people struggling with alcohol consumption has focused on convincing them to admit that they are an alcoholic to stop drinking entirely and to enter into a program most commonly Alcoholics Anonymous But in his more than thirty five year career as an addiction specialist working with people who want to change their drinking habits Michael S Levy has found that the routes to behavioral change actually vary And although abstinence is the successful route for many people others can moderate their drinking on their own or with professional help In this practical effective and compassionate book Levy helps people take control of their alcohol problem by teaching them how to think about and address their drinking habits Beginning with a set of self assessments that reveal whether the reader s use of alcohol is creating problems Levy explains the causes of problem drinking discusses the growing recognition of the various ways an alcohol use disorder can show itself and talks about why it is so d

The Understanding Research series focuses on the process of writing up social research The series is broken down into three categories Understanding Statistics Understanding Measurement and Understanding Qualitative Research The books provide researchers with guides to understanding writing and evaluating social research Each volume demonstrates how research should be represented including how to write up the methodology as well as the research findings Each volume also reviews how to appropriately evaluate published research Focus Group Discussions addresses the challenges associated with conducting and writing focus group research It provides detailed guidance on the practical and theoretical considerations in conducting focus group discussions including designing the discussion guide recruiting participants training a field team moderating techniques and ethical considerations Monique Hennink describes how a methodology section is read and evaluated by others such as journal reviewers or thesis advisors She provides readers with guidance on specific aspects of presenting research findings such structuring narrative accounts developing an argument using quotations reporting focus group interaction visual presentation formats and strategies fo

We feel therefore we are Conscious sensations ground our sense of self They are essential to our idea of ourselves as psychic beings present existent and mattering But is it only humans who feel this way Do other animals Will future machines To answer these questions we need a scientific understanding of consciousness what it is and why it has evolved Nicholas Humphrey has been researching these issues for fifty years In this extraordinary book weaving together intellectual adventure cutting edge science and his own breakthrough experiences he tells the story of his quest to uncover the evolutionary history of consciousness from his discovery of blindsight after brain damage in monkeys to hanging out with mountain gorillas in Rwanda to becoming a leading philosopher of mind Out of this he has come up with an explanation of conscious feeling phenomenal consciousness that he presents here in full for the first time Building on this theory of how phenomenal consciousness is generated in the human brain he turns to the morally crucial question of whether it exists in non human creatures His conclusions on the evidence as it stands are radical Contrary to both popular and much scientific opinion he argues that phenomenal consciousness is a re

The definitive text for primary care of the Thoroughbred racehorse this sets out best practice standards of diagnosis and management of all the major conditions likely to be encountered in racehorse

This thoughtfully updated revision of a classic text sheds new light on the potential sociological and biological differences that result in deep seemingly unbridgeable political divisions

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From the bestselling author of This Naked Mind Itâ s YOUR body Itâ s YOUR mind Itâ s YOUR choice

En respuesta a la creciente preocupación por la salud mental en la sociedad actual, el autor ofrece un enfoque crítico sobre la educación emocional y la creación de entornos seguros en un mundo en constante cambio. En este contexto, donde la necesidad de

We feel therefore we are Conscious sensations ground our sense of self They are essential to our idea of ourselves as psychic beings present existent and mattering But is it only humans who feel this way Do other animals Will future machines To answer these questions we need a scientific understanding of consciousness what it is and why it has evolved Nicholas Humphrey has been researching these issues for fifty years In this extraordinary book weaving together intellectual adventure cutting edge science and his own breakthrough experiences he tells the story of his quest to uncover the evolutionary history of consciousness from his discovery of blindsight after brain damage in monkeys to hanging out with mountain gorillas in Rwanda to becoming a leading philosopher of mind Out of this he has come up with an explanation of conscious feeling phenomenal consciousness that he presents here in full for the first time Building on this theory of how phenomenal consciousness is generated in the human brain he turns to the morally crucial question of whether it exists in non human creatures His conclusions on the evidence as it stands are radical Contrary to both popular and much scientific opinion he argues that phenomenal consciousness is

Now in its fourth edition Occupational Hearing Loss delivers a complete overview of the hazards of occupational noise exposure causes of hearing loss testing of hearing criteria to distinguish occupational hearing loss and more The book emphasizes medical and societal factors in its coverage of topics such as audiometry and who should do it evoked response testing and conductive and sensorineural hearing loss as well as mixed central and functional hearing loss Brought together by experienced practitioners and written by experts with depth and experience in the field this book is written clearly in language accessible to non medical personnel No other book available has the breadth practical detail or comprehensive scope A unique compendium of information about specific problems of occupational hearing loss and hearing conservation the book is both a balanced reference and an easy to use guide to protecting the hearing of industrial workers This title is an ideal read for any student or professional occupational physician audiologist health and safety engineer industrial hygienist and otolaryngologist

This engaging guide offers strategies to help couples who drink together get sober together Are you and your partner curious about sobriety or better managing your drinking In Sober Love Dr Joseph Nowinski offers practical advice and proven strategies to help couples end their relationship with alcohol and redefine their relationship with each other Alcohol misuse can become an insidious problem for many couples As a psychologist with extensive experience in designing effective treatment programs Dr Nowinski describes how and why people and couples develop problems with alcohol He lays out a step by step approach to help readers assess their level of drinking and develop an action plan for getting and staying sober This plan can be tailored to an individual s and a couple s journey Crucially Dr Nowinski discusses common challenges to maintaining sobriety and outlines strategies for overcoming these obstacles Sober Love is an engaging and nonjudgmental resource that can help you and your partner begin your journeys to better habits and a happier healthier relationship

This book promotes an understanding of the purposeful muddling that health care workers rely on to be better able to function and operate in the multitude of complex ecosystems we call health care The book argues the case for the importance of recognising and understanding muddling behaviours practices and activities in order to create resilient care The book demonstrates how resilient health care principles can enable managers as well as those on the frontlines to work more effectively towards interdisciplinary care by gaining a deeper understanding of real world practices that manifest in everyday clinical settings This is done by presenting a set of case studies theoretical chapters and applications that relate experiences bring forth ideas and illustrate practical solutions Primarily aimed at people who are directly involved in the running and improvement of health care systems it provides practical guidance It is also of direct interest to health care professionals in clinical and managerial positions as well as researchers Jeffrey Braithwaite is Founding Director of the Australian Institute of Health Innovation Professor of Health Systems Research and Director of the Centre for Healthcare Resilience and Implementation Science Macquarie University A

The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence in Education identifies and confronts key ethical issues generated over years of AI research development and deployment in learning contexts Adaptive automated and data driven education systems are increasingly being implemented in universities schools and corporate training worldwide but the ethical consequences of engaging with these technologies remain unexplored Featuring expert perspectives from inside and outside the AIED scholarly community this book provides AI researchers learning scientists educational technologists and others with questions frameworks guidelines policies and regulations to ensure the positive impact of artificial intelligence in learning