This essential text introduces criminal justice students to the topics of stress and wellness in personal and professional pursuits and provides them with the tools they will need to identify the signs of stress in their own lives and the lives of others. Students will be equipped to put words into practice through the development and practice of a personal wellness plan that will help them deal with the inevitable stressors they will experience on the job in the justice system.Wri...

Despite great effort and some improvements, criminal justice today still seems like an oxymoron. There are some very good reasons for this feeling: catastrophic failures abound and marginal improvements appear revolutionary. This book addresses the idea of justice in order to guide society toward a more effective justice system. Specifically, the authors argue that justice and love are one and the same thing. They trace impoverished and accomplished thinking in criminological and justice d...

Do you want to know how to apply self-control and discipline to your life?Do you have questions like these about willpower?How do commitment and progress affect my willpower?Is there such a thing as too much willpower?How do pride, shame, and guilt affect my willpower?What are some simple things that I can do to protect my willpower?Which runs out first, muscle energy or willpower?

Find the optimal level of stress and wellness for your life and career-the essential guide for womenIf you're one of the many women juggling the issues and demands of self, home, family, health, and the workplace, stress is one of the most important emotional and physical problems you face every day. Stress is inevitable, but this book shows you how to embrace it and use it. The key lies in learning how to transform harmful reactions into healthy responses.Optimal Stres...

Realize a more productive workday by understanding and using your brain better.As news outlets buzz over AI and supercomputers, many professionals feel doomed to fall behind. The most complex, adaptive, and impressive computing technology still ever known exists inside you: your human brain. But how well do you truly understand or use this amazing asset? Popular brain myths and corporate lore have probably held you back from fully leveraging this powerful technolog...

Do you want to know how faster runners apply self-control and discipline?Do you have questions like these about willpower and your marathon training and racing?How do commitment and progress affect my willpower?Is there such a thing as too much willpower?How do pride, shame, and guilt affect my willpower?What are some simple things that I can do during a race to protect my willpower?Which runs o...

"Helping Your Child's Brain Develop Holistically: An In-Depth Guide" is a comprehensive and practical guidebook for parents who want to support their child's cognitive, emotional, and physical development from infancy to adolescence.Drawing on the latest research in neuroscience and child psychology, this book explains how the brain develops and how parents can optimize their child's brain development through everyday interactions and activities.The book covers a wide range...

Helping Patients Outsmart Overeating, written by an eating disorder therapist and a physician, offers a new paradigm for doctors and health care providers who treat patients with eating and weight concerns. It describes how both parties are frustrated by weight-loss plans and programs that fail in the long term, and presents a science-based explanation for why diets fail and how they, in fact, may adversely impact patients’ mental and physical health. The authors illustrate how providers c...

A comprehensive manual for teaching intuitive eating to patients and clients—for psychotherapists, dieticians, and nutritionists.Intuitive Eating is a groundbreaking approach to nutrition that recognizes the body’s natural hunger signals. There are numerous benefits associated with eating intuitively, including improved mental health, self-esteem, body image, weight stability, and dietary patterns. Structured around the 10 principles of intuitive eating, t...

Unlock the untapped power of your brain and revolutionize your learning potential with "The Neuroscience of Learning" by Ryan Knightly. In this groundbreaking exploration of the brain's incredible capabilities, Knightly combines the latest findings in neuroscience with practical strategies to help you maximize your cognitive abilities and achieve unparalleled learning outcomes.From understanding the intricate workings of neurotransmitters to harnessing the potential of neural netwo...

This comprehensive exploration of eating disorders delves into the complexities of anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder, offering readers a nuanced understanding of these pervasive mental health conditions. The book begins with a detailed overview of eating disorders, including their definitions, prevalence, and the societal factors that contribute to their development.Throughout its 20 chapters, the text addresses the psychological, biological, and social d...

How Dopamine Affects Your Brain The Science Behind Motivation, Addiction, and Productivity What if the secret to motivation, success, and even happiness was hidden within your own brain chemistry? Dopamine, often called the "feel-good" neurotransmitter, is far more than just a pleasure molecule. It is the driving force behind our ambitions, the root of our addictions, and the key to understanding productivity, decision-making, and mental health. This book takes you on a fascinating journey...