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Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise October 2017
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| He's Not Lazy: Empowering Your Son to Believe in Himself by Adam PriceSome parents of teenaged boys may bemoan their apparent lack of application to their schoolwork, but in He's Not Lazy psychologist Adam Price argues that students like these may fear failure rather than simply not caring. Explaining various factors that influence children's development from preteen through high school age, Price goes on to offer specific guidance to parents and other adults who are concerned about their kids' performance. In a starred review, Library Journal calls this "one of the most significant books of the year." |
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| Gastrophysics: The New Science of Eating by Charles SpenceIn this intriguing look at eating and appetite, Oxford University researcher Charles Spence discusses his studies of the relationship between psychology and the enjoyment of food. Explaining how your five senses interact with your surroundings, your relationships with others at a meal, and your mood, Spence connects advice on healthier eating to his discoveries about restaurant marketing. From peppy music to lighting to why a barista puts your name on your coffee cup, Gastrophysics offers an intriguing exploration of the physical and social science aspects of nutrition. |
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A Book About Love
by Jonah Lehrer
The author of Proust Was a Neuroscientist explores the mysteries of love from a scientific perspective, weaving together insights from clinical psychology, longitudinal studies, historical accounts, parenting manuals and online dating sites to explore how love can be a set of learned skills.
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All about ADHD : a family resource for helping your child succeed with ADHD
by Thomas W. Phelan
For the estimated 20 million Americans with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder comes the third edition of All About ADHD by Dr. Thomas W. Phelan, an internationally renowned expert and lecturer on child discipline and ADHD. Completely updated with the latest research and treatment information, All About ADHD is a comprehensive guide to ADHD's symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment in children and adults, including information such as:
· The basic symptoms of ADHD and their effects on school, work, home, and personal relationships · The differences in ADHD between boys and girls · Counseling, school interventions, behavior management, and social skills training
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