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Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders DSM-IV-TR
by American Psychiatric Association
Comprehensive guide to understanding and classifying mental disorders.
This Text Revision incorporates information culled from a comprehensive literature review of research about mental disorders published since the DSM-IV(R) of 1994. Updated information is included ... (Goodreads)
The Elements of Style
by William Strunk Jr.
A practical guide to written English, providing guidance on grammar and style.
This style manual offers practical advice on improving writing skills. Throughout, the emphasis is on promoting a plain English style. This little book can help you communicate more effectively by ... (Goodreads)
Strengths Finder 2.0
by Tom Rath
Discover your top five strengths and learn how to leverage them for personal and professional success.
Do You Do What You Do Best Every Day? Chances are, you don't. From the cradle to the cubicle, we devote more time to fixing our shortcomings than to developing our strengths. To help people uncover ... (Goodreads)
Learned Optimism: How to Change Your Mind and Your Life
by Martin E.P. Seligman
A guide to developing an optimistic outlook and mental strength to overcome life's challenges.
Known as the father of the new science of positive psychology, Martin E.P. Seligman draws on more than twenty years of clinical research to demonstrate how optimism enchances the quality of life, and ... (Goodreads)
The Gift of Therapy: An Open Letter to a New Generation of Therapists and Their Patients
by Irvin D. Yalom
A guide to the principles of psychotherapy, exploring the relationship between therapist and patient.
Acclaimed author and renowned psychiatrist Irvin D. Yalom distills thirty-five years of psychotherapy wisdom into one brilliant volume. The culmination of master psychiatrist Dr. Irvin D. Yalom’s ... (Barnes & Noble)
On Death and Dying
by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
A look into the stages of grief, exploring the emotion and physical impacts of death.
One of the most important psychological studies of the late twentieth century, On Death and Dying grew out of Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross's famous interdisciplinary seminar on death, life, and ... (Goodreads)
Why Are All The Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?
by Beverly Daniel Tatum
Exploration of racial identity and the role of schools in creating and maintaining racial divides.
Walk into any racially mixed high school and you will see Black, White, and Latino youth clustered in their own groups. Is this self-segregation a problem to address or a coping strategy? Beverly ... (Goodreads)
Heal Your Body: The Mental Causes for Physical Illness and the Metaphysical Way to Overcome Them
by Louise L. Hay
A guide to understanding how thoughts and feelings can manifest as physical illness, and how to heal yourself.
Heal Your Body is a fresh and easy step-by-step guide . Just look up your specific health challenge and you will find the probable cause for this health issue and the information you need to overcome ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Purpose Driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here for?
by Rick Warren
An exploration of faith and life's meaning, providing readers with an actionable manifesto for living.
A #1 New York Times bestseller, The Purpose Driven Life will help you understand why you are alive and reveal God's amazing plan for you both here and now, and for eternity. Rick Warren will guide ... (Goodreads)
1,000 Places to See Before You Die
by Patricia Schultz
An inspiring journey to explore the beauty of the world, discover hidden gems and make memories.
Around the World, continent by continent, here is the best the world has to offer: 1,000 places guaranteed to give travelers the shivers. Sacred ruins, grand hotels, wildlife preserves, hilltop ... (Goodreads)
The Holy Bible: English Standard Version
by Anonymous
An anthology of sacred texts, depicting stories of faith, morality and redemption.
The English Standard Version (ESV) Bible is an essentially literal Bible translation that combines word-for-word precision and accuracy with literary excellence, beauty, and depth of meaning. ... (Goodreads)
A Child Called "It"
by Dave Pelzer
True story of a child's unbearable suffering at the hands of an abusive parent.
Also see: Alternate Cover Editions for this ISBN [ACE], ACE #1, This book chronicles the unforgettable account of one of the most severe child abuse cases in California history. It is the story of ... (Goodreads)
Decision Points
by George W. Bush
Autobiography of former US President, chronicling the pivotal decisions of his life.
In this candid and gripping account, President George W. Bush describes the critical decisions that shaped his presidency and personal life. George W. Bush served as president of the United States ... (Goodreads)
Savage Inequalities: Children in America's Schools
by Jonathan Kozol
An exposé of the disparities in America's public education system and its effects on children.
National Book Award-winning author Jonathan Kozol presents his shocking account of the American educational system in this stunning "New York Times" bestseller, which has sold more than 250,000 ... (Goodreads)
Love's Executioner and Other Tales of Psychotherapy
by Irvin D. Yalom
Exploration of psychotherapy and the human condition, through stories of therapy sessions.
The collection of ten absorbing tales by master psychotherapist Irvin D. Yalom uncovers the mysteries, frustrations, pathos, and humor at the heart of the therapeutic encounter. In recounting his ... (Goodreads)
Tao Te Ching
by Lao Tzu
A collection of wise sayings and reflections on the nature of existence.
A lucid translation of the well-known Taoist classic by a leading scholar-now in a Shambhala Pocket Library edition. Written more than two thousand years ago, the Tao Teh Ching , or -The Classic of ... (Goodreads)
The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom
by Miguel Ruiz
A guide to transforming one's life by adopting four simple agreements.
In The Four Agreements , don Miguel Ruiz reveals the source of self-limiting beliefs that rob us of joy and create needless suffering. Based on ancient Toltec wisdom, the Four Agreements offer a ... (Goodreads)
The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective Teens
by Sean Covey
A guide to help teens become successful, by developing the right habits and attitudes.
Being a teenager is both wonderful and challenging. In, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, author Sean Covey applies the timeless principles of the 7 Habits to teens and the tough issues and ... (Goodreads)
Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion
by Robert B. Cialdini
An analysis of the psychology of persuasion and how to use it to influence people.
Influence, the classic book on persuasion, explains the psychology of why people say "yes"—and how to apply these understandings. Dr. Robert Cialdini is the seminal expert in the rapidly expanding ... (Goodreads)
Life Application Study Bible: NIV
by Anonymous
A Bible with extensive notes and resources to help readers apply its teachings to their daily lives.
- Application Notes provide penetrating insight into what the Bible says to you about how you live. - Book Introductions use timelines, overviews, and outlines to prepare you to hear and respond to ... (Goodreads)
On Becoming a Person: A Therapist's View of Psychotherapy
by Carl R. Rogers
A comprehensive guide to the art of psychotherapy, exploring the science and philosophy behind it.
The late Carl Rogers, founder of the humanistic psychology movement, revolutionized psychotherapy with his concept of "client-centered therapy." His influence has spanned decades, but that influence ... (Goodreads)
Praying God's Word: Breaking Free From Spiritual Strongholds
by Beth Moore
Practical guide to reclaiming freedom from personal strongholds through prayer.
Beth Moore's #1 best-selling book (more than one million copies in print) is available in paperback for the first time! ,, Praying God's Word, is the perennial favorite Scripture-prayer resource ... (Barnes & Noble)
Power vs. Force
by David R. Hawkins
Exploration of the science of consciousness and its implications for achieving greatness.
David R. Hawkins details how anyone may resolve the most crucial of all human dilemmas: how to instantly determine the truth or falsehood of any statement or supposed fact. Dr. Hawkins, who worked as ... (Goodreads)
The Sociopath Next Door
by Martha Stout
An exploration of sociopathic behaviour and how to identify it in individuals.
Who is the devil you know? Is it your lying, cheating ex-husband? Your sadistic high school gym teacher? Your boss who loves to humiliate people in meetings? The colleague who stole your idea and ... (Goodreads)
The Pursuit of God: The Human Thirst for the Divine
by A.W. Tozer
A spiritual journey towards a deeper understanding of God and his divine will.
Tozer's bestseller, this book has been called "one of the all-time most inspirational books" by a panel of Christian magazine writers,. Sometimes the voices that speak most clearly in the present are ... (Barnes & Noble)
Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience
by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
An exploration of the concept of 'flow' and how it can be used to enhance optimal experience.
Psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's investigations of "optimal experience" have revealed that what makes an experience genuinely satisfying is a state of consciousness called flow. During flow, ... (Goodreads)
The Autobiography of Malcolm X
by Malcolm X
A gripping account of one man's transformation from criminal to civil rights leader.
Alternate cover for ISBN 9780345350688 Through a life of passion and struggle, Malcolm X became one of the most influential figures of the 20th Century. In this riveting account, he tells of his ... (Goodreads)
Race Matters
by Cornel West
A critique of the structures of racism and prejudice in society and how they shape our lives.
In this essay collection, many of which have previously appeared in journals, West, the director of Afro-American studies at Princeton & author of several books, addresses a number of issues of ... (Goodreads)
The Holy Bible: King James Version
by Anonymous
A collection of books containing stories and teachings of faith, morality, and redemption.
Developing the Leader Within You
by John C. Maxwell
A guide to discovering one's leadership potential and developing it.
Developing the Leader Within You is Dr. Maxwell’s first and most enduring leadership book, having sold more than one million copies. In this Christian Leaders Series edition of this Maxwell classic, ... (Goodreads)
