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The Psychology of Performance

The Psychology of Performance

Why is performing under pressure often so difficult? What strategies can help us deliver our best performance? How can we boost our self-confidence? The Psychology of Performance explores the key psychological factors that affect our ability to cope under pressure whether it’s competing in a sport appearing in front of an audience or meeting a tight deadline. It looks at how we develop skills through learning and practice and how self-confidence and decision-making can be sharpened to boost our expertise. The book explains how to develop the best mindset for performance and shows how factors such as sleep nutrition and rest and recovery can influence our moods and how we function. When we need to perform a task with little room for error The Psychology of Performance helps us to understand how to do this to the best of our ability.

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Budgeting and Performance Management in the Public Sector

Budgeting and Performance Management in the Public Sector

Public sector management and accounting scholarship has witnessed enormous change over the last four decades. Several reform paradigms have become well-known and disseminated worldwide under acronyms such as NPM – New Public Management NPG – New Public Governance and PV – Public Value. At the start of a new decade questions arise as to what will come next. This book reviews and investigates the key components of NPM NPM and PV and discusses what lies beyond these acronyms. It analyses the claimed benefits and drawbacks of each of the three paradigms using reviews of the pertinent literature as well as a raft of case studies. The integration of theoretical and empirical insights contributes to a better understanding of what has changed and what has remained the same over the years. Specifically this book stands out in its use of performance measurement and budgetary lenses to explore the multidimensional processes of reform and change in the public sector. By focusing on the crucially important transformations that have occurred in the field reviewing several paradigms and analysing different practices from a longitudinal and comparative perspective the book will be essential in guiding students and scholars of public management and accounting. | Budgeting and Performance Management in the Public Sector

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Letting Go of Perfect Empower Children to Overcome Perfectionism

Letting Go of Perfect Empower Children to Overcome Perfectionism

Letting Go of Perfect gives parents and teachers the guidance and support they need to help children break free of the anxieties and behaviors related to perfectionism. This second edition:Explores a state of mind that manifests in unhealthy ways among kids and teens today—the need to be perfect. Features updated research on perfectionism new strategies and resources. Delineates the major types of perfectionism and provides practical tips. Explains how students can use their perfectionistic behaviors in a healthy way. Shares advice and stories from real parents educators and students. For children who believe their best is never good enough perfectionism can lead to excessive guilt lack of motivation low self-esteem depression pessimism obsessive or compulsive behavior and a sense of rigidity. This engaging practical book is a must-have for parents and teachers wanting to help children overcome perfectionism raise self-confidence lessen guilt increase motivation and offer a future free of rigidity. | Letting Go of Perfect Empower Children to Overcome Perfectionism

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Essays on the Transformation of India's Agrarian Economy

Essays on the Transformation of India's Agrarian Economy

The central problem to which this book first published in 1984 is addressed is the transformation of agrarian structure as it historically evolved in India. The term ‘structure’ however has multiple meanings. The sense in which the term is used refers to the system of production including the pattern of its composition in terms of micro-units of production and the social and economic relations by which they are integrated. This concrete analysis and examination of the evidence of Indian agriculture is undertaken from this perspective and contributes to the theory of agrarian change as well as an interpretation of the development of Indian agriculture. | Essays on the Transformation of India's Agrarian Economy

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The Psychology of Running

The Psychology of Running

Why do people run? How can I improve my running performance? Will running help me feel better? The Psychology of Running provides a unique insight into why running is such a popular form of exercise and competition. From evolutionary perspectives on why humans have needed to run and how our bodies have adapted for this function to discussing evidence-based interventions that can improve running performance the book delves into the psychological motivations and benefits of running. The book also considers ways in which running can be used for social change and life skill development highlighting how such a simple activity can have benefits for our physical and mental health. Providing proven psychological strategies and techniques to help improve running performance and boost our individual self-belief The Psychology of Running shows us how we can enjoy running no matter our age or ability.

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Dialogues on Ethical Vegetarianism

Dialogues on Ethical Vegetarianism

After lives filled with deep suffering 74 billion animals are slaughtered worldwide every year on factory farms. Is it wrong to buy the products of this industry? In this book two college students – a meat-eater and an ethical vegetarian – discuss this question in a series of dialogues conducted over four days. The issues they cover include: how intelligence affects the badness of pain whether consumers are responsible for the practices of an industry how individual choices affect an industry whether farm animals are better off living on factory farms than not existing at all whether meat-eating is natural whether morality protects those who cannot understand morality whether morality protects those who are not members of society whether humans alone possess souls whether different creatures have different degrees of consciousness why extreme animal welfare positions sound crazy and the role of empathy in moral judgment. The two students go on to discuss the vegan life why people who accept the arguments in favor of veganism often fail to change their behavior and how vegans should interact with non-vegans. A foreword by Peter Singer introduces and provides context for the dialogues and a final annotated bibliography offers a list of sources related to the discussion. It offers abstracts of the most important books and articles related to the ethics of vegetarianism and veganism. Key Features: Thoroughly reviews the common arguments on both sides of the debate. Dialogue format provides the most engaging way of introducing the issues. Written in clear conversational prose for a popular audience. Offers new insights into the psychology of our dietary choices and our responsibility for influencing others. | Dialogues on Ethical Vegetarianism

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The British Army 1815-1914

The British Army 1815-1914

This collection of essays examines the evolution of the British Army during the century-long Pax Britannica from the time Wellington considered its soldiers 'the scum of the earth' to the height of the imperial epoch when they were highly-respected 'soldiers of the Queen'. The British Army during this period was a microcosm and reflection of the larger British society. As a result this study of the British Army focuses on its character and composition its officers and men efforts to improve its efficiency and effectiveness and its role and performance on active service while an instrument of British Government policy. | The British Army 1815-1914

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The Bounds of Sense An Essay on Kant’s Critique of Pure Reason

The Bounds of Sense An Essay on Kant’s Critique of Pure Reason

Peter Strawson (1919–2006) was one of the leading British philosophers of his generation and an influential figure in a golden age for British philosophy between 1950 and 1970. The Bounds of Sense is one of the most influential books ever written about Kant’s philosophy and is one of the key philosophical works of the late twentieth century. Whilst probably best known for its criticism of Kant’s transcendental idealism it is also famous for the highly original manner in which Strawson defended and developed some of Kant’s fundamental insights into the nature of subjectivity experience and knowledge – at a time when few philosphers were engaging with Kant’s ideas. The book had a profound effect on the interpretation of Kant’s philosophy when it was first published in 1966 and continues to influence discussion of Kant the soundness of transcendental arguments and debates in epistemology and metaphysics generally. This Routledge Classics edition includes a new foreword by Lucy Allais. | The Bounds of Sense An Essay on Kant’s Critique of Pure Reason

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His Truth is Marching On African Americans Who Taught the Freedmen for the American Missionary Association 1861-1877

His Truth is Marching On African Americans Who Taught the Freedmen for the American Missionary Association 1861-1877

This title first published in 1995 explores the history of the American Missionary Association (AMA) – an abolitionist group founded in New York in 1846 whose primary focus was to abolish slavery to promote racial equality and Christian values and to educate African Americans. This title will be of interest to students of history and education. | His Truth is Marching On African Americans Who Taught the Freedmen for the American Missionary Association 1861-1877

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Child Development with the D-score

Child Development with the D-score

Children learn to walk speak and think at an astonishing pace. The D-score presents a unified framework that places children and their developmental milestones from different tools onto the same scale enabling comparisons in child development across populations groups and individuals. This pioneering text explains why we need the D-score how we construct it and how we calculate it. It will be of interest not just to professionals in child development but also to policymakers in international settings and to data scientists. Open Plus Books are published on an F1000-powered open research platform where they can be amended updated and extended in addition to being published as a print and open access ebook. The Open Plus Book version of this book available at gatesopenresearch. org/dscore and the Open Access version of this book available at www. taylorfrancis. com have been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4. 0 license. For more information about Open Plus Books go to www. routledge. com and for F1000 go to f1000. com. | Child Development with the D-score

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The Psychology of the Paranormal

The Psychology of the Paranormal

Can mediums communicate with the dead? Do people really believe they’ve been abducted by aliens? Why do some people make life decisions based on their horoscope? The Psychology of the Paranormal explores some commonly held beliefs regarding experiences so strange they can defy an obvious scientific explanation. The book explains how psychologists have conducted experiments to provide insight into phenomena such as clairvoyance astrology and alien abduction as well as teaching us fundamental truths about human belief systems. From debunking myths about Extra Sensory Perception to considering whether our lives can truly be fated by the stars The Psychology of the Paranormal shows us that however unlikely belief in the paranormal will continue to be widespread.

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Mitchell and Trask's Hedwig and the Angry Inch

Mitchell and Trask's Hedwig and the Angry Inch

'… love creates something that was not there before. ' – Hedwig John Cameron Mitchell and Stephen Trask’s Hedwig and the Angry Inch opened on Valentine’s Day 1998 in New York City and ever since it and its genderqueer heroine have captivated audiences around the world. As the first musical to feature a genderqueer protagonist as its lead the show has had an extraordinary life on film Broadway and in the music field. A glam rock musical with a complex relationship to issues related to art eroticism and matters of identity formation Hedwig and the Angry Inch is a darkly exuberant fairy tale about a child that discovers she is one of a kind but also potentially among her own kind if she dares travel past borders that confine and try to stabilise her being and identity. Caridad Svich examines this exhilarating work through the lenses of visual and vocal rock ’n’ roll performance the history of the American musical and its positioning within LGBTIQ+ theatre. | Mitchell and Trask's Hedwig and the Angry Inch

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Errol John's Moon on a Rainbow Shawl

Errol John's Moon on a Rainbow Shawl

Errol John wrote Moon on a Rainbow Shawl (1958) after becoming disillusioned about the lack of good roles for black actors on the British theatre scene. While this situation has only slightly improved since his response has become the most revived black play in Britain from its original production at the Royal Court in 1958 to the National Theatre in 2012. It depicts the lives of a black community living in poverty in a shared tenement yard in Port of Spain Trinidad in the mid-1940s showing how each of the characters carries dreams of escaping to create better lives for themselves and their families. Lynette Goddard focuses on how the play articulates the narratives of migration that prompted many Caribbean people to uproot from their homes on the islands and move to the England in the post-war era. For some of them these dreams of a new life became a reality but they were experienced differently across genders and generations. | Errol John's Moon on a Rainbow Shawl

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The Psychology of Weather

The Psychology of Weather

Do you feel happier on a sunny day? Are you afraid of thunderstorms? Are you dreaming of a White Christmas? The Psychology of Weather explores our relationship with the weather and how it can affect our mood behaviour and lifestyle. The book sheds light on our preoccupation with this natural phenomenon providing insights into how the weather on the day we were born can directly affect our intelligence and personality and explore such surprising findings that suicide rates peak in the spring and summer. When the weather affects everything from our buying behaviour to the jobs we do The Psychology of Weather shows us that understanding and appreciating the weather can improve our well-being and contribute to human survival.

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Eating Disorders: The Basics

Eating Disorders: The Basics

Eating disorders affect people from all backgrounds and often go untreated for years. This book offers an accessible and evidence-based overview. Chapters explore some of the most common risk factors that can predispose precipitate and perpetuate an eating disorder as well as understanding the typical way they are diagnosed and treated. Interwoven with real life stories and written by authors with diverse experiences they provide the tools necessary to understand eating disorders better. Topics include anorexia nervosa bulimia nervosa binge eating disorder treatment diversity in eating disorders and how to support someone living through these conditions. A glossary of useful key terms is included along with chapter summaries and up-to-date research. This book is essential for all health care professionals and students as well as those suffering with an eating disorder and their families and friends. | Eating Disorders: The Basics

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Remaking Europe in the Margins Northern Europe after the Enlargements

Remaking Europe in the Margins Northern Europe after the Enlargements

Originally published in 2005. This comprehensive volume examines the issue of Europe-making related to the post EU/NATO enlargement and the post 9/11 situation. Dual enlargement and the War on Terrorism are raising important questions for various actors in Europe in particular what these developments will mean for the future of regional cooperation and the development of a regional subjectivity. Such concerns have been further compounded by America's distinction between 'New Europe' and 'Old Europe'. The volume analyzes at both policy and conceptual levels how the dual enlargement and the War on Terrorism will impact on regional cooperation in northern Europe. It examines how events in northern Europe have helped shape the nature of European space borders and governance including how the EU the US and Russia have each highlighted northern Europe as a special case to be utilized and learnt from in dealing with problems elsewhere in Europe and globally. Presenting original articles the volume will appeal to scholars of regional politics as well as security international relations theory and geopolitics. | Remaking Europe in the Margins Northern Europe after the Enlargements

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The Psychology of Politics

The Psychology of Politics

How do some political leaders capture popular support? What is the appeal of belonging to a nation? Can democracy thrive? The Psychology of Politics explores how the emotions which underpin everyday life are also vital in what happens on the political stage. It draws on psychoanalytic ideas to show how fear and passion shape the political sphere in our changing societies and cultures and examines topical social issues and events including Brexit the changing nature of democracy activism and Trump in America. In a changing global political climate The Psychology of Politics shows us how we can make sense of what drives human conduct in relation to political ideas and action.

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The Psychology of Dog Ownership

The Psychology of Dog Ownership

What are the benefits of owning a dog on health and well-being? Why does a problem dog behave as it does and how can owners deal with unwanted behaviour? How do dogs communicate with humans and each other? The Psychology of Dog Ownership explores the nature of our unique relationship with dogs and its effect on our mental and physical welfare. The book uses psychological learning theory to examine dog behaviour and highlights the importance of determining between typical dog behaviour and behaviour disorders that need treatment. Focusing on how dog owners can communicate effectively with their pets and always with the dogsbest interests in mind The Psychology of Dog Ownership enhances our understanding of the modern human-canine bond and shows how important and enjoyable this relationship can be.

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The Psychology of Video Games

The Psychology of Video Games

What impact can video games have on us as players? How does psychology influence video game creation? Why do some games become cultural phenomena? The Psychology of Video Games introduces the curious reader to the relationship between psychology and video games from the perspective of both game makers and players. Assuming no specialist knowledge this concise approachable guide is a starter book for anyone intrigued by what makes video games engaging and what is their psychological impact on gamers. It digests the research exploring the benefits gaming can have on players in relation to education and healthcare considers the concerns over potential negative impacts such as pathological gaming and concludes with some ethics considerations. With gaming being one of the most popular forms of entertainment today The Psychology of Video Games shows the importance of understanding the human brain and its mental processes to foster ethical and inclusive video games.

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The Psychology of Attachment

The Psychology of Attachment

What do we actually mean by ‘attachment’? How do different caregiving styles impact attachment in children? How do early caregiving experiences impact later development? The Psychology of Attachment is an essential introduction to attachment offering an accessible explanation of the theory unpicking common misunderstandings and providing a balanced overview of key research findings. Topics covered include the following: The development of attachment during the first few years of life The impact of different caregiving behaviours on children’s attachment relationships The influence of attachment relationships on children’s behaviour and development The development of attachment relationships from infancy to adulthood Attachment in romantic relationships and religion Attachment-based interventions This unique book introduces the reader to new ways of thinking about the role of relationships caregiving and child development and the way in which they shape our lives.

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The Psychology of Democracy

The Psychology of Democracy

What is a democracy? Why do we form democratic systems? Can democracy survive in an age of distrust and polarisation? The Psychology of Democracy explains the psychological underpinnings behind why people engage with and participate in politics. Covering the influence that political campaigns and media play the book analyses topical and real-world political events including the Arab Spring Brexit Black Lives Matter the US 2020 elections and the Covidd-19 pandemic. Lilleker and Ozgul take the reader on a journey to explore the cognitive processes at play when engaging with a political news item all the way through to taking to the streets to protest government policy and action. In an age of post-truth and populism The Psychology of Democracy shows us how a strong and healthy democracy depends upon the feelings and emotions of its citizens including trust belonging empowerment and representation as much as on electoral processes.

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The Psychology of Addiction

The Psychology of Addiction

When does a harmless habit become an addition? Why do only some of us get addicted? What can make recovery possible? The Psychology of Addiction is a fascinating introduction to the psychological issues surrounding addiction and the impact they have on social policy recovery and an addict’s everyday life. The book focuses on drug and alcohol addiction and tackles topics such as whether drug use always leads to addiction and the importance of social networks to recovery. It also looks at how people can become addicted to activities like gambling gaming and sex. In a society that still stigmatises addiction The Psychology of Addiction emphasises the importance of compassion and provides a sensitive insight to anyone with experience of addiction.

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The Psychology of Gender

The Psychology of Gender

What is the difference between sex and gender? What is the impact of gender-role stereotypes on our lives our relationships and the world? What does gender mean to you? The Psychology of Gender looks at our biology history and culture to consider the impact of gender roles and stereotypes and addresses the 'dilemmas' we have regarding gender in a post-modern world. It offers a unique perspective on gender through storytelling and explores ideas around transgender and cisgender identities and androgyny tackling hidden assumptions and helping us make sense of the world of gender. By examining the future of gender The Psychology of Gender offers a platform for further exploration and arrives at a new psychology of gender that emphasises relationships and helps us to understand our own gender identity and that of those around us.

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She Took Justice The Black Woman Law and Power – 1619 to 1969

She Took Justice The Black Woman Law and Power – 1619 to 1969

She Took Justice: The Black Woman Law and Power – 1619 to 1969 proves that The Black Woman liberated herself. Readers go on a journey from the invasion of Africa into the Colonial period and the Civil Rights Movement. The Black Woman reveals power from Queen Nzingha to Shirley Chisholm. In She Took Justice we see centuries of courage in the face of racial prejudice and gender oppression. We gain insight into American history through The Black Woman's fight against race laws especially criminal injustice. She became an organizer leader activist lawyer and judge – a fighter in her own advancement. These engaging true stories show that for most of American history the law was an enemy to The Black Woman. Using perseverance tenacity intelligence and faith she turned the law into a weapon to combat discrimination a prestigious occupation and a platform from which she could lift others as she rose. This is a book for every reader. | She Took Justice The Black Woman Law and Power – 1619 to 1969

GBP 14.99
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Subcultures: The Basics

Subcultures: The Basics

Subcultures: The Basics is an accessible and engaging introduction to subcultures in a global context. This fully revised new edition adds new case studies and an additional chapter on the digital lives of subculturists as well as reflections on the relationships between subcultures and globalisation and the resurgence of the far-right. Blending theory and practice this text examines a varied range of subcultures including hip hop graffiti writing heavy metal punk gamers burlesque parkour riot grrrl straight edge roller derby steampunk b-boying/b-girling body modification and skateboarding. Subcultures: The Basics answers the key questions posed by those new to the subject including: What is a subculture? What are the significant theories of subculture? How do subcultures emerge who participates and why? How do subcultural identities interact with other aspects of self such as social class race gender and sexual identity? What is the relationship between deviance resistance and the ‘mainstream’? How have both progressive and reactionary subculturists contributed to social change? How does society react to different subcultures? How have subcultures spread around the world? In what ways do digital technologies and social media influence subcultures? What happens when subculturists age? Tracing the history and development of subcultural theory to the present day this text is essential reading for all those studying subcultures in the contexts of sociology cultural studies history media studies anthropology musicology and criminology. It pushes the field forward with cutting-edge theories of resistance and social change place and space critical race and queer studies virtual participation and ageing and participation across the life course. Key terms and concepts are highlighted throughout the text whilst each chapter includes boxed case studies and signposts students to further reading and resources.

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