The Neuroscience of Meditation: Understanding Individual Differences (Tang Yi-Yuan)(Paperback)

The Neuroscience of Meditation: Understanding Individual Differences (Tang Yi-Yuan)(Paperback)

The Neuroscience of Meditation: Understanding Individual Differences explores the individual differences in learning and practicing meditation, while also providing insights on how to learn and practice effectively. The book comprehensively covers the research in brain areas and networks that

Personality and Individual Differences (Chamorro-Premuzic Tomas)(Paperback)

Personality and Individual Differences is a state-of-the-art undergraduate textbook that covers the salient and recent literature on personality, intellectual ability, motivation and other individual differences such as creativity, emotional intelligence, leadership and vocational interests. This

Individualized In-Vitro Fertilization: Delivering Precision Fertility Treatment (Fatemi Human M.)(Paperback)

The increasing understanding of individual differences in response to in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment, resulting from genetic and ethnical differences, has increased the potential for individualized treatment for patients, resulting in improved pregnancy and live-birth outcomes. This

Individual Differences and Personality (Ashton Michael C.)(Paperback)

Individual Differences and Personality, Third Edition provides a comprehensive overview of research on personality. The book begins with the main approaches to the study of personality, basic principles of personality measurement, the concept of personality traits, and the major dimensions of

How Global Currencies Work: Past, Present, and Future (Eichengreen Barry)(Paperback)

A powerful new understanding of global currency trends, including the rise of the Chinese yuan At first glance, the history of the modern global economy seems to support the long-held view that the currency of the world's leading power invariably dominates international trade and finance. But in

We Jews and Jesus: Exploring Theological Differences for Mutual Understanding (Sandmel Samuel)(Paperback)

An important contribution to the welcome growth of religious understanding and cooperation between Jews and Christians. Filled with warm sympathy for Christianity but also with sturdy intellectual honesty and loyalty to Judaism, this classic work continues to clearly and forcefully guide both

How Global Currencies Work: Past, Present, and Future (Eichengreen Barry)(Pevná vazba)

A powerful new understanding of global currency trends, including the rise of the Chinese yuanAt first glance, the modern history of the global economic system seems to support the long-held view that the leading world power's currency--the British pound, the U.S. dollar, and perhaps someday the

Creativity and Taoism: A Study of Chinese Philosophy, Art and Poetry (Chang Chung-Yuan)(Paperback)

In Creativity and Taoism, Chang Chung-yuan makes the elusive principle of Tao available to the western mind with objectivity, warmth, and depth of insight. It is an important contribution to the task of making the Taoist wisdom accessible to the western intellect' - Ira Progoff 'No one can read

Waking, Dreaming, Being: Self and Consciousness in Neuroscience, Meditation, and Philosophy (Thompson Evan)(Paperback)

A renowned philosopher of the mind, also known for his groundbreaking work on Buddhism and cognitive science, Evan Thompson combines the latest neuroscience research on sleep, dreaming, and meditation with Indian and Western philosophy of mind, casting new light on the self and its relation to the

Never Enough - the neuroscience and experience of addiction (Grisel Judith (Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience))(Paperback / softback)

The Neuroscience of Addiction (Filbey Francesca Mapua)(Paperback)

This book addresses a growing need for accessible information on the neuroscience of addiction. In the past decade, neuroscientific research has greatly advanced our understanding of the brain mechanisms of addiction. However this information still remains largely confined to scientific outlets. As

Boys and Girls Learn Differently! a Guide for Teachers and Parents (Gurian Michael)(Paperback)

A thoroughly revised edition of the classic resource for understanding gender differences in the classroom In this profoundly significant book, author Michael Gurian has revised and updated his groundbreaking book that clearly demonstrated how the distinction in hard-wiring and socialized gender

Mastering Neuroscience: A Laboratory Guide (Schaaf Roseann Cianciulli)(Paperback)

Enhance your knowledge of neuroscience as it relates to rehabilitation with the first neuroscience laboratory guide designed just for rehabilitation students! This unique manual helps you easily identify the structures of the nervous system and gain a better understanding of the mechanism of the

The Insight Discipline: Crafting New Marketplace Understanding That Makes a Difference (Fahey Liam)(Paperback)

In this re-published book The Insight Discipline: Crafting New Marketplace Understanding That Makes a Difference, Liam Fahey details the analysis methods and modes of deliberations required to overcome data challenges and create an insight-driven culture. He lays out the business case for why

The Neuroscience of Suicidal Behavior (Van Heeringen Kees)(Paperback)

This book offers an accessible account of the neuroscience behind suicidal behavior and its potential for prevention. Neuroscience opens up opportunities to dispel myths that continue to hinder suicide prevention by helping people to understand suicide and providing effective prevention

The Neuroscience of Empathy, Compassion, and Self-Compassion (Stevens Larry Charles)(Paperback)

The Neuroscience of Empathy, Compassion, and Self-Compassion provides contemporary perspectives on the three related domains of empathy, compassion and self-compassion (ECS). It informs current research, stimulates further research endeavors, and encourages continued and creative philosophical and

Cognitive and Social Neuroscience of Aging (Gutchess Angela)(Paperback)

The Neuroscience of Aging is an introduction to how aging affects the brain, intended for audiences with some knowledge of psychology, aging, or neuroscience. The book includes figures illustrating brain regions so that extensive familiarity with neuroanatomy is not a pre-requisite. The depth of

Brainwashed: The Seductive Appeal of Mindless Neuroscience (Satel Sally)(Paperback)

This provocative account of our obsession with neuroscience brilliantly illuminates what contemporary neuroscience and brain imaging can and cannot tell us about ourselves, providing a much-needed reminder about the many factors that make us who we are. What can't neuroscience tell us about

Why the Brain Matters: A Teacher Explores Neuroscience (Tibke Jon)(Paperback)

Educational neuroscience is one of the most hotly debated areas of research and is often misrepresented with grand claims for what it means for teaching and learning. Is each side of the brain responsible for different types of mental activity? Can listening to Mozart improve long-term brain

Breath by Breath: The Liberating Practice of Insight Meditation (Rosenberg Larry)(Paperback)

A 'wonderfully accessible' interpretation of the Buddha's teachings on breathwork in meditation, from a leading insight meditation teacher (Joseph Goldstein, author of The Experience of Insight) Freedom from suffering is not only possible, but the means for achieving it are immediately within our

The Brain in Minutes: 200 Key Ideas of Neuroscience Explained in an Instant (Carter Rita)(Paperback)

200 key ideas of neuroscience explained in an

Seeking the Heart of Wisdom: The Path of Insight Meditation (Goldstein Joseph)(Paperback)

Two popular American Buddhist teachers provide an overview of insight meditation, offering a 'skillful blend of pragmatic instruction, psychological insight, and perennial wisdom' (Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence) In Seeking the Heart of Wisdom, Joseph Goldstein and Jack Kornfield

Effortless Mind - Meditation for the Modern World (Williams Will)(Paperback / softback)

Well-connected meditation guru Will Williams shows us the unique power of Vedic meditation to overcome stress and

Understanding Inequalities: Stratification and Difference (Platt Lucinda)(Paperback)

Bringing together the most recent empirical evidence and the latest theoretical debates, this fully revised new edition gets to grips with a broad range of inequalities in people's lives. Examining social class, gender, ethnicity, disability and migration status, it demonstrates how these play out