They look capable. They meet deadlines. They answer messages. They smile at dinner tables, hold jobs, raise families, keep promises, and appear to be coping with life better than most.Inside, something else is happening.The High-Functioning Depressive explores one of the most quietly misunderstood forms of emotional suffering: the person who appears fine while carrying exhaustion, numbness, self-criticism, loneliness, and a private sense of drowning beneath...

Dr. Elaine Aron’s newest book, Psychotherapy and the Highly Sensitive Person, redefines the term “highly sensitive” for the professional researcher and practitioner. She dispels common misconceptions about the relationship between sensitivity and other personality traits, such as introversion and shyness, and further defines the trait for the benefit of both the clinician and patient. Readers will learn to assess for the trait, distinguish it from clinical diagnos...

As if coping with feelings of depression or anxiety by themselves weren’t difficult enough, clinical research suggests that as many as 60 percent of depression sufferers concurrently experience some kind of anxiety disorder. If you are in this group, it is quite common to simultaneously experience profound loss of energy and initiative along with substantial stress and anxiety. Caught between the push and pull of these two conditions, you might find that neither is easy even to recognize, ...

The reasons that coaching works so well and can produce such dramatic results are grounded in psychology, so it follows that some of the most powerful coaching methods available draw on psychological thinking. Published with the Association for Coaching, Mastery in Coaching presents the latest thinking on the most effective techniques coaches can use with their clients. Every chapter is written by a leading expert in the field, and takes a rigorous, evidence-based approach which w...

Everybody wants to be happier and fulfil their potential, and for years many self-help books have claimed they know the answer. Only in the last two decades has Positive Psychology started to provide evidence-based ideas that have been scientifically shown to work.In this book psychotherapist, lecturer and life coach Tim LeBon shows you how you can use the tools of Positive Psychology to achieve your goals. You will discover how ideas from CBT, mindfulness and practical philosophy ...

Mental health professionals provide better care to their clients when they care for themselves. This acclaimed highly practical guide--now revised and expanded with even more self-care strategies--helps busy psychotherapists balance their personal and professional lives. The book presents 13 research-informed self-care strategies and offers concrete methods for integrating them into daily life. Featuring examples and insights from master therapists, every chapter concludes with a self-care...

'This is a beautiful work, extremely well written, almost an encyclopaedia for those interested in children's education.' - Dr Yash Pal, National Research Professor This insightful and well-researched book is for teachers and educators, as well as anyone interacting closely with children. Applying frontline research in child psychology, the author calls for a dramatic change in approach towards school teaching. The skill of being able to ask the 'right questions' is far more important than...

Unlock the Secrets of the Mind and Reclaim Your Sense of SelfAre you feeling lost in your own body, struggling with memory gaps, or haunted by a fragmented identity? Living with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) can be overwhelming, confusing, and isolating. This comprehensive guide offers clarity, compassion, and real solutions for anyone navigating the hidden battles of dissociation.About This Book:Understand the causes, sympto...

Embark on an Extraordinary Journey of Self-Discovery and Understanding in "The Art and Science of Emotions: Decoding the Secrets of the Brain"In a world where emotions often remain enigmatic and elusive, this book offers a transformative exploration of the human emotional landscape. Immerse yourself in the captivating interplay between art and science as you unravel the mysteries of emotions, from the depths of sorrow to the heights of joy and everything in between. Unveil the neur...

Using Expressive Arts to Work with Mind, Body and Emotions combines theory, research and activities to produce practical suggestions for enhancing client participation in the therapy process. It surveys the literature on art therapy; somatic approaches; emotion-activating models; use of music, writing and dreamwork; and the implications of the new findings in neuroscience.The book includes step-by-step instructions for implementing expressive therapies techniques, and contains a wi...

The essential feature of Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder is a preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism and control at the expense of flexibility, openness and efficiency. Individuals with OCPD are conscientious, scrupulous, and inflexible with regard to morality, ethics and values. Can force yourself and others to follow strict moral principles and high standards of performance.

What is body language and how does it work? Do you know that your facial expressions and physical attitude can reveal a lot about you and your non-verbal communication? In a world where verbal communication seems to be increasingly important, body language plays a key role in our daily lives and in our relationships with others.In this guide, based on recent findings in neuroscience and social psychology, you will discover how to interpret body language to better understand yoursel...