Practical Psychology

Parenting just got tougher. As your child's brain rewires, hormones kick in, and independence beckons, a perfect storm for family conflict emerges. But help is at hand. Divided into two sections - aged 8 to 10 and aged 10 to 12 - this practical parenting book is grounded in evidence-based psychology, exploring the science at work during this period of your child's development. Taking 75 everyday scenarios, the book tackles real-world issues head-on.

Do you feel that your moods and feelings are out of control? Do you unintentionally hurt your loved ones with your unpredictable behavior? Do you, sometimes, make regrettable decisions because you're blinded by your emotions? Uncontrollable mood swings and erratic behaviors don't make you a bad person. Most probably, you simply need to take care of your mental health. And, last but not least, you're not alone.

Welcomed as a revolutionary and effective approach to improve people's mental health and help them find happiness when it was first published in 1949, Andrew Salter's Conditioned Reflex Therapy introduced both the fundamental ideas of behavior therapy and many techniques still practiced today. This classic guide, which is perhaps the first self-help book, includes specific methods for assertion, getting in touch with your feelings, relaxation, and using imagery to overcome phobias, anxieties, and depression.

Are you an individual who is looking to change your life, take control of your finances, and live the Fantasy Life that you have always wanted to live, but never quite seem to achieve? Do you want to stop wasting money, increase your savings, and be a better person? Do you want to wake up every day knowing that you are an Achiever, that you are in charge of every aspect of your life, and that you are the one responsible for all of the positive choices and decisions that you are making? Then keep reading to find out how you can achieve your goals and reach your Fantasy Life. "The ...

Struggling with the relentless cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors? Yearning for practical solutions that don't leave you feeling isolated? Desperate to maintain harmony in your personal and professional relationships while battling OCD? You are not alone if you answer "yes" to any of these questions. OCD is not your master—it can be your superpower.

This book, Development Challenges and Disorders: Early Intervention and Treatment. , is intended for behavior analysts who work directly with people with autism or supervise those who work with them. It is based on important principles and values, and discusses the factors that influence ethical decision-making. The book also discusses important but understudied subjects like: range of expertise; practice in behavior analysis based on evidence; how to work with experts from within and outside one's field; and how to make ethical training and supervision systems that are specific to each ...

During flow, people typically experience creativity, fulfillment, and a deep connection with life through intense present focus. It is said that every great accomplishment in human history has been performed in some degree of flow. It allows us to perform at our very best, pushing the boundaries of our minds or body, and every one of us can access it!

The Department of Health advises that one in four people will experience a mental health issue at some point in their lives. Although a number of recent developments and initiatives have raised the profile of this crucial issue, employers are experiencing challenges in promoting the mental health and wellbeing of their employees. Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace contains expert guidance for improving mental health and supporting those experiencing mental ill health.

Trouble sleeping, panic attacks, knots in your stomach, excessive worry, doubts, phobias - anxiety comes in many shapes and sizes, and affects millions of people. But you don’t have to suffer anymore. In Retrain Your Anxious Brain, renowned therapist and anxiety expert John Tsilimparis, MFT, shares the groundbreaking program he’s created to help hundreds of people (himself included) free themselves from crippling anxiety and live healthier, happier lives.

Working with youth with sexual behavior problems can be a challenge for both law enforcement and mental health professionals. What defines good quality treatment has changed over time, and research has shown the importance of not only the treatment programs' content but also the way that content is delivered.

Introverts are powerful observers and creators. If you are an introvert, this book will show you how to tap in to your inherent introvert strengths and awaken your potential using mindfulness meditations and cognitive behavioral techniques. In a world that favors the outgoing, gregarious extrovert, being an introvert can be difficult. But the truth is that introverts have distinct advantages - as long as they know how to use them.

Getting an adult diagnosis for ADHD can be VERY tough. It can be very challenging to know what to do next, or to even be sure that you definitely have ADHD even if you got your diagnosis. (Especially with how many ‘ADHD symptoms’ are shared online these days!) But, once you’ve confirmed the diagnosis, it's common to then think ‘What Now?’ Luckily, you can start by using this audiobook to help you learn how to work with your ADHD instead of against it, and begin to actually understand the ways ADHD can benefit your life, once you know your strengths.

The notion of planning for one's death is intrinsically at odds with our human instinct to avoid considering our own mortality. Although we may contemplate the grief that our life's impermanence would cause to our loved ones, we seldom consider the myriad of emotional and legal issues that can arise afterward.

Find out what your child really means when he or she says, “Look what I've done!", "But I'm not tired", or "You're embarrassing me"—and discover what's really going on when they can't express themselves at all. Taking more than 100 everyday situations, the audiobook leads you through scenarios step-by-step, explaining not only your child's behavior and the psychology behind it but also your own feelings as a parent. It then gives instant recommendations for what you could say and do to best resolve the situation.

Depression. Anxiety. Chronic pain. Obsessive thoughts. The roots of these difficulties may not have originated with us—but in our parents, grandparents, or even great-grandparents. As a pioneer in the field of inherited family trauma, Mark Wolynn has worked with individuals and groups on a therapeutic level for more than thirty years. Now you can work with him too: The Official It Didn’t Start with You Workbook, the companion to his million-copy bestseller It Didn’t Start with You, offers a pragmatic and easy-to-follow guide to his method, the Core Language Approach.

Don't let the subtitle fool you: The Anti-Depressant Book is useful for teens and adults who are struggling with depression. It offers a drug-free, step-by-step solution to feeling happier quickly and developing healthy habits that will prevent relapse.

Creative Like da Vinci will take you inside the mind of Leonardo da Vinci, famous polymath of the Italian Renaissance - but it won’t stop there. You will learn not only about da Vinci’s thinking techniques, but the general building blocks of creative thought and habits of other famous creatives. This audiobook is a thorough handbook on what it means to think different and get outside the box.

The Practical Guide to Postpartum Self-Care will support you every step of your journey, delving deeply into the often overlooked emotional and mental health aspects of the postpartum experience. Whether you are a first-time mom or a seasoned parent, you'll discover effective self-care strategies empowering you to navigate postpartum life with confidence, self-compassion, and resilience.

Purpose of the Book: Train Your Brain for a Healthier and Happier Life I have written this book to inspire you to discover the remarkable potential of your brain and mind with simple yet powerful words in a storytelling and conversational style. With over five decades of research and experimentation in cognitive science, as well as collaboration with leading experts in neuroscience, psychiatry, endocrinology, and metabolic health, I have crafted this book to share a holistic approach to enhancing mental performance, cognitive reserves, and well-being. The human brain is a dynamic, adaptive ...

Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey to heal from trauma, overcome anxiety, and rebuild emotional strength? EMDR: A Practical Guide for Healing PTSD, Anxiety, and Emotional Wounds is the audiobook you’ve been waiting for—a clear, compassionate, and practical resource that makes the science and techniques of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) accessible to everyone.