How We Hope: A Moral Psychology (Martin Adrienne)(Paperback)

How We Hope: A Moral Psychology (Martin Adrienne)(Paperback)

What exactly is hope and how does it influence our decisions? In How We Hope, Adrienne Martin presents a novel account of hope, the motivational resources it presupposes, and its function in our practical lives. She contends that hoping for an outcome means treating certain feelings, plans, and

Pleasure Activism: The Politics of Feeling Good (Brown Adrienne Maree)(Paperback)

How do we make social justice the most pleasurable human experience? How can we awaken within ourselves desires that make it impossible to settle for anything less than a fulfilling life? Author and editor adrienne maree brown finds the answer in something she calls 'pleasure activism,' a politics

Psychology: A Beginner's Guide (Martin G. Neil)(Paperback)

A riveting exploration of who we are and why we behave the way we do. Why do we become aggressive? How does the brain allow us to see, hear, and feel? Can listening to Mozart improve IQ? How do babies learn to perceive and think? How can we reduce obesity and cigarette smoking? Is being physically

Ethical Issues in Psychology (Banyard Philip)(Paperback)

How do we know right from wrong, good from bad, help from hindrance, and how can we judge the behaviour of others? Ethics are the rules and guidelines that we use to make such judgements. Often there are no clear answers, which make this subject both interesting and potentially frustrating. In this

The Psychology of Terrorism (Shortland Neil)(Paperback)

What is terrorism? Can anyone be radicalized? How can we respond to terrorist acts? The Psychology of Terrorism seeks to explain why some acts of violence are considered terrorism, and others are not, and why some individuals may be more susceptible to engaging in radical terrorist behaviour

Care of Mind/Care of Spirit (May Gerald G.)(Paperback)

Although secular psychology addressed a great deal about how we come to be the way we are and how we might live more efficiently, it can offer nothing in terms of why we exist or how we should use our lives,' writes Gerald May in this classic discussion of the nature of contemporary spiritual

The Hope Circuit - A Psychologist's Journey from Helplessness to Optimism (Seligman Martin)(Paperback / softback)

Offering a unique perspective on the development of modern psychology, The Hope Circuit is the memoir of pioneer and prize-winning psychologist, Martin

The Psychology of Belonging (Allen Kelly-Ann)(Paperback)

Can a sense of belonging increase life satisfaction? Why do we sometimes feel lonely? How can we sustain lasting human connections? The Psychology of Belonging explores why feeling like we belong is so important throughout our lives, from childhood to old age, irrespective of culture, race or

The Psychology of Comedy (Martin G. Neil)(Paperback)

What makes us laugh? Why is comedy so important? How does comedy affect our behaviour? The Psychology of Comedy provides a unique insight into the role of laughter and humour in our lives. From the mechanics of comedy and what makes a good joke, to the health benefits of laughter, the book delves

Psychology (Martin G.)(Paperback / softback)

Global Justice (Christensen James)(Paperback)

Do we have moral duties to people in distant parts of the world? If so, how demanding are these duties? And how can they be reconciled with our obligations to fellow citizens?Every year, millions of people die from poverty-related causes while countless others are forced to flee their homes to

The Psychology of Prejudice (Gross Richard)(Paperback)

Why do we develop extreme attitudes to others? Can our personality contribute to our prejudices? How do we reduce prejudice and discrimination? The Psychology of Prejudice explores different forms of prejudice and discrimination, from racial jokes to genocide. It looks at what might cause our

The Psychology of Exercise (Perry Josephine)(Paperback)

Why should we exercise? When should we exercise? Why don't we exercise? The Psychology of Exercise separates fact from fiction, delving into key theories, ideas, and the impact of life stages on when, why, and how we exercise. It explores the barriers and motivators to exercise for children,

Learned Optimism - How to Change Your Mind and Your Life (Seligman Martin)(Paperback / softback)

The classic book that brought Positive Psychology to the

The Psychology of Art (Mather George)(Paperback)

Why do we enjoy art? What inspires us to create artistic works? How can brain science help us understand our taste in art? The Psychology of Art provides an eclectic introduction to the myriad ways in which psychology can help us understand and appreciate creative activities. Exploring how we

The Psychology of Wellbeing (Wood Gary W.)(Paperback)

How can we improve our sense of wellbeing? What explains the current wellbeing boom? What does wellbeing mean to you? The Psychology of Wellbeing offers readers tools to navigate their own wellbeing and understand what makes a 'good life'. Using self-reflection and storytelling, it explores how

The Psychology of Dieting (Ogden Jane)(Paperback)

Why do some of us become overweight? Why is it so difficult to lose weight? How can we adopt healthy attitudes towards food?The Psychology of Dieting takes a broad and balanced view of the causes of weight gain and the challenges involved in dieting. Exploring the cognitive, emotional and social

Using Positive Psychology Every Day: Learning How to Flourish (Bohlmeijer Ernst)(Paperback)

We are all looking to flourish, to experience joy, feel engaged with the world, and experience meaningful lives. But the stresses and strains of our daily lives makes this a challenge. Using Positive Psychology Every Day: Learning How to Flourish is about (re)finding the art of living, enabling you

We: Understanding the Psychology of Romantic Love (Johnson Robert A.)(Paperback)

Provides an illuminating explanation of the origins and meaning of romantic love and shows how a proper understanding of its psychological dynamics can revitalize our most important

Moral Politics: How Liberals and Conservatives Think (Lakoff George)(Paperback)

When Moral Politics was first published two decades ago, it redefined how Americans think and talk about politics through the lens of cognitive political psychology. Today, George Lakoff's classic text has become all the more relevant, as liberals and conservatives have come to hold even more

Stitches - A Handbook on Meaning, Hope, and Repair (Lamott Anne)(Paperback / softback)

A wise and compassionate exploration of how we can make sense of life's

Kindness of Strangers - How a Selfish Ape Invented a New Moral Code (McCullough Michael E.)(Pevná vazba)

Why do we give a damn about

Psychology Statistics For Dummies (Dempster Martin)(Paperback)

The introduction to statistics that psychology students can't afford to be without Understanding statistics is a requirement for obtaining and making the most of a degree in psychology, a fact of life that often takes first year psychology students by surprise. Filled with jargon-free explanations

Ethics (Singer Peter)(Paperback)

What is ethics? Where does it come from? Can we really hope to find any rational way of deciding how we ought to live? If we can, what would it be like, and how are we going to know when we have found it? To capture the essentials of what we know about the origins and nature of ethics, Peter Singer