Practical Psychology

Pica — the persistent craving and consumption of non-food substances — is often misunderstood, overlooked, or dismissed as a rare curiosity. But for countless individuals, from children with autism to adults coping with trauma or nutritional deficiencies, pica is a serious behavioral and medical concern.

Unlike traditional psychology books, Mental Wellness for Athletes is engaging, accessible, and practical. DeNoble’s unfiltered approach reflects the passion and authenticity of his experiences. Through hilarious yet profound storytelling, DeNoble guides listeners through six concepts of wellness—a psychological system he developed. These concepts address performance anxiety, eating disorders, injuries, self-esteem and the unique challenges of dating and social media in the athletic world.

You've already read something about emotional intelligence, haven't you? But what do you know about the other side of the coin? Manipulation, psychopathy, and narcissism form the base elements of what’s known in psychological circles as the Dark Triad. Throughout the course of this guide, we will be taking a more detailed look at the different ways these traits can specifically manifest in different personality types, how to identify their methods and how to protect yourself from them.

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.

Social anxiety disorder, also known as social phobia, includes extreme fear of certain social situations, especially situations that are unfamiliar or in which you feel that others are watching or evaluating you. These social situations may be so frightening that you are just anxious to think about them or have a long way to go to avoid them. Underlying social anxiety disorder or social phobia is fear of public scrutiny, judgment, or embarrassment.

Scripture says "be anxious for nothing," yet most of us find ourselves increasingly worried and anxious. We're even worried about our level of anxiety! Integrating both the psychological and spiritual aspects of anxiety, therapist Jean Holthaus offers a research-driven, faith-informed approach to understanding why we experience anxiety and shows us how to effectively manage it by developing three essential skills: living in the present moment, suspending judgment, and believing ourselves to be competent and equipped by God.

New discoveries in brain research have shown that our brain can be re-wired through neuroplasticity. This book will be helpful for those who want to mould their brain to unleash their infinite possibilities. It systematically throws light on brain research, practical applications of brain re-wiring and spiritual insights in various areas. The simple techniques given in this book, if applied correctly, can bring about a radical transformation in your life.

Living with ADHD as an adult can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to define you. This practical guide offers powerful strategies to help you overcome the challenges of ADHD, regain control of your life, and thrive with confidence. Tailored to the unique experiences of both women and men, this book provides actionable tools to address focus, organization, and emotional regulation, so you can achieve your goals and enjoy a balanced life.

Nowadays, more than 85 percent of people in the world suffer from unhappiness and every day stress. So, there is a great chance that you are in that 85 percent range as well. What are the main reasons for that? Is it society? Is it a lack of money? Is it an unsuccessful relationship? Is it the job? Probably, the main cause of it are all these reasons. People work their 9 to 5 jobs, don’t have enough money to enjoy their life, they perform habits of poor people, their relationships are struggling and eventually they are unhappy.

By best-selling author Melissa Joy Jonsson, Practical Play the Heart-Centered Way is a dynamic guide offering new ways to interact with a complete system of creating, relating, and embodying empowered, joy-filled, extraordinary living.

Introducing Unleashing Your ADHD ‘Superpowers’; Practical Steps for Women to Enhance Focus and Motivation—the ultimate guide for women living with ADHD. This book is not just about conquering the challenges of ADHD; it's about embracing your unique strengths and using them to your advantage. In this audiobook, you will find stories of triumph from women who have harnessed their ADHD 'superpowers' and turned their dreams into reality.

The persistent worries, lack of sleep, and irritability that come with anxiety are not the way any of us want to live. That constant need for reassurance in everything you do only strips you of your independence as well as control of your life. But you are not alone, and there is a way that you can change it all. So, if you want to learn practical strategies for managing anxiety and fear to regain control of your life and its choices, then you need to listen to this book!

Manipulation is the conscious act of causing someone to do a certain thing or act in a certain way. Manipulation is clever, skillful, and sometimes unscrupulous. Manipulation is not always a bad thing. Knowing that manipulation is happening is the first step towards ending it. By knowing the signs of manipulation, people can often stop it before it becomes a bad habit or a detrimental way of life. At the same time, understanding manipulation will help you to get better at it, if that is your goal.

If you’re struggling to deal with narcissistic abuse from someone in your life, then keep reading. This audiobook aims to help you define, recognize, and protect yourself from those who inflict narcissistic abuse. Offers comprehensive explanations about what narcissistic abuse is, how to recognize it, how to combat it and protect yourself from it, and how to heal from the unhealthy relationship, whether that be a personal relationship or a business relationship.

Race wisely to achieve your personal best. You've trained for your peak race for months. When the big day comes, how will you perform? All the training in the world is useless if you can't execute your race plan and cope with unforeseen events, and subpar training can be overcome if you approach race day with the right attitude. Whether you are new to racing or have been frustrated by underperformance or setbacks, Racing Wisely gives you tools - from the practical to the philosophical - to perform to the best of your ability.

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.

Author David Chadwick shares 12 ways you can overcome life's fears and worries - all of which come straight from scripture and include: focusing on faith; praying; caring for your health; remembering; developing an eternal perspective; and finding good teammates. Moving Beyond Anxiety will equip you to defeat worry and fear forever by trusting God and exercising your faith daily. As you immerse yourself in God's truth, you will discover the most powerful antidotes to anxiety.

Are you a woman who has been diagnosed with ADHD? Are you looking for practical and immediate solutions to bring order in your life, freeing your mind from the constraints, doubts, and preconceptions you've accumulated over the years? Between the fear of discovery, anxious behavior, and disorganization, being a woman with ADHD is not easy. Living with ADHD is a continuous cycle of forgetfulness, tasks left undone, impulsivity, low self-esteem, and often depression. If this sounds familiar, you can turn it around today.

Tu escepticismo ante cualquier nuevo enfoque es comprensible, sobre todo si has probado innumerables soluciones anteriormente. Sin embargo, este libro está especialmente diseñado para adaptarse a tu ajetreado estilo de vida, con capítulos breves que ofrecen consejos eficaces que podrás poner en práctica de inmediato. No hay estrategias demasiado complejas ni jerga médica aquí. Sólo orientaciones claras y concisas que te ayudarán a lograr un cambio duradero.

How would you feel, if after all hard work and striving for many precious years, you realize that you wasted your entire life? To avoid such repentence, the ancient yet effective philosophy of stoicism is the way to live the modern life.