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Alabama Museum of Health Sciences - The Alabama Museum of the Health Sciences was opened and dedicated in 1975. It was developed to display the health sciences in the areas of education, research, and practice in the US with special emphasis on the state of Alabama and its contributors to the practice of medicine..
Edumed Institute for Education in Medicine and Health - The Edumed Institute for Education in Medicine and Health is an international research and development and education non-profit organization based in Campinas, state of São Paulo, Brazil.
Practice-based research network - A practice-based research network (PBRN) is a group of health care providers or practices that are affiliated for the purpose of examining the health care process that occurs in practices. PBRNs are characterized by an organizational framework that transcends a single practice or study.
Counselling psychology - Counseling psychology as a psychological specialty facilitates personal and interpersonal functioning across the life span with a focus on emotional, social, vocational, educational, health-related, developmental, and organizational concerns. Through the integration of theory, research, and practice, and with a sensitivity to multicultural issues, this specialty encompasses a broad range of practices that help people improve their well-being, alleviate distress and maladjustment, resolve crises, and increase their ability to live more highly functioning lives.
Scale Development: Theory and Applications by Robert F. Devellis, ISBN 0761926054 : A best-seller in its first edition, Scale Development: Theory and Applications, Second Edition has been extensively updated and revised to address changes in the field and topics that have grown in importance since the first edition. Widely adopted for graduate courses in departments such as Psychology, Public Health, Marketing, Nursing, and Education, this book will prove beneficial to applied researchers across the social sciences. New to the Second Edition are figures and practical tips for students, a new section on face validity (Chapter 4), a substantially expanded presentation of factor analysis (Chapter 6), a new chapter (7) on item response theory (IRT), coverage of qualitative procedures, and issues related to differential item functioning (Chapter 8).
Theory and Practice of Counseling and Psychotherapy : Develop your own counseling style using Corey's bestselling THEORY AND PRACTICE OF COUNSELING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY. You will see the major theories of counseling (psychoanalytic, Adlerian, existential, person-centered, Gestalt, reality, behavior, cognitive-behavior, family systems, feminist and, and postmodern approaches) as they are used in practice through a case study focused on one client, "Stan." The case of "Stan" appears in each chapter so you can see how the theory presented in that chapter informs therapeutic decision-making. The new "Theory in Practice: The Case of Stan" DVD is an extension of the text. "At a Glance" charts pinpoint the major differences between theories in areas such as multicultural focus, basic philosophies, and limitations.
Introduction to Research: Understanding and Applying Multiple Strategies : This clearly written, easy-to-understand book demystifies the research process and provides a rational foundation from which to critique and understand research designs and applications in health care and human service settings. Divided into five parts - Introduction, Thinking Processes, Design Approaches, Action Processes, and Improving Practice Through Inquiry - it explores multiple research strategies, proposing that naturalistic and experimental-type research strategies have equal value and contribute in complementary and distinct ways to the science of practice. Content in this edition has been significantly expanded and updated to reflect changes in the field, specifically in areas of ethics, informed consent, practice efficacy, and proposal-writing.
Astronomy: The Evolving Universe by Michael Zeilik, ISBN 0521800900 : Thoroughly updated and re-conceived, Astronomy, Ninth Edition, equips the introductory astronomy student with the essential tools for understanding the cosmos. Michael Zeilik has revised the pedagogy of his successful textbook based on recent research in astronomy education. Significantly shorter than the previous edition, the ninth edition is organized into four concept clusters: Cosmic Distances, Heavenly Motions, Celestial Light and Spectra, and Scientific Models. Material has been streamlined throughout to make the descriptions, concepts, and explanations clearer. Each chapter ends with a concise summary of the concepts in each cluster. Each chapter contains at least one Celestial Navigator, a concept map that provides a visual guide of major concepts in the chapter and explicity shows their connections. Throughout, illustrations have been updated to be clearer and more understandable to the novice student. Michael Zeilik, Professor of Physics and Astronomy and former Presidential Lecturer at the University of New Mexico, specializes in innovative, introductory courses for the novice, no...
TExES 103 Bilingual Generalist EC-4: Texas Examinations of Educator Standards : REA's new TExES 103 Bilingual Generalist EC-4 test prep helps teacher candidates and get into a Texas classroom! In-depth reviews cover all six state-defined domains and their competencies: Bilingual Education; English Language Arts and Reading; Mathematics; Social Studies; Science; Fine Arts, Health, and Physical Education. Features two practice exams-one diagnostic Pretest and one full-length practice test--with fully explained answers, an efficient study schedule, and confidence-boosting test-taking strategies and tips. DETAILS - Content conforms to the Texas State Board for Educator Certification - Written by a leading specialist in teacher education. - Comprehensive multi-subject reviews - 1 diagnostic pretest to pinpoint strengths and weaknesses - 1 full-length practice test - Features every type of question, subject area, and skill test on the actual exam - Each practice exam answer is fully explained in easy-to-follow, step-by-step detail.
Nursing Research: Generating and Assessing Evidence for Nursing Practice : Thoroughly updated and revised to emphasize the link between research and evidence-based practice, this Eighth Edition of a classic textbook presents state-of-the-art methods for conducting high-quality studies. New chapters offer guidance on developing self-report scales, conducting systematic reviews, and enhancing the integrity of qualitative studies. The ancillary" Resource Manual" includes application exercises, models of comprehensive research critiques, a full NINR grant application, and a "must-have" Toolkit on a CD-ROM, containing a treasure-trove of exemplary research tools (e.g., consent forms, a demographic questionnaire, statistical table templates)--all in easily-adapted Word documents to meet individual research needs. A watershed edition! Student Resource Manual with Toolkit, ISBN: 978-0-7817-7052-1. "Doody's Core Titles(TM) 2009.
Perfect Health: The Complete Mind/Body Guide by Deepak Chopra, ISBN 0609806947 : A decade ago, Deepak Chopra, M.D., wrote "Perfect Health, the first practical guide to harnessing the healing power of the mind, which became a national bestseller. The book described how breakthroughs in physics and medicine were underscoring the validity of a 5,000-year-old medical system from ancient India known as Ayurveda ("the knowledge of life span" in Sanskrit). "Perfect Health went on to describe how to apply the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda to everyday life. In celebration of this classic work we have created this new edition, revised and updated to include the latest medical research. Although we experience our bodies as solid, they are in fact more like fires that are constantly being consumed and renewed. We grow new stomach linings every five days, for instance. Our skin is new every five weeks. Each year, fully 98 percent of the total number of atoms in our bodies is replaced. Ayurveda gives us the tools to intervene at this quantum level, where we are being created anew each day. Ayurveda tells us that freedom from sickness depends on contacting our own awareness, bringing it...
Substance Abuse Treatment and the Stages of Change: Selecting and Planning Interventions : This volume synthesizes the latest theory and research on the process of addictive behavior change, helping the clinician more effectively conceptualize and address the needs of particular clients. It offers concrete guidance for tailoring interventions to clients with varying levels of motivation or readiness to change, describing what works--and what doesn't work--at different points in the recovery process. All aspects of addictions treatment are covered, from assessment to intervention and relapse management. Practical recommendations are provided for applying the stages-of-change model to clinical work with individuals, groups, couples, and families, and for addressing the special needs of women and dually diagnosed clients. Ideal for practicing clinicians, the book is also an invaluable text for graduate-level courses.
Caring for Your School-Age Child: Ages 5 to 12 by Edward L. Schor, ISBN 0553379925 : State-of-the-art advice for mothers, fathers, and caregivers from the American Academy of Pediatrics You've outgrown the baby books--but your school-age child needs you more than ever. No longer are the middle years of childhood considered a time of relative calm and smooth development. During the years from five to twelve, children must master the skills and habits that determine their future health and well-being--and parents have a crucial role to play. The American Academy of Pediatrics, the organization that represents the nation's finest pediatricians and the most advanced research and practice in the field of child health from infancy to young adulthood, presents this fully revised and updated guide for parents who want to help their children thrive during these exciting and challenging years. Comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date, Caring for Your School-Age Child includes advice on: Charting your child's physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth Dealing with the gender-specific issues facing boys and girls as they approach adolescence Recognizing your child'...
Single-Case Designs for Educational Research : Single-Case Designs for Educational Research provides up-to-date in-depth information about the use of single-case experimental designs in educational research across a range of educational settings and students. < P> Research Methods in Special Education. < P> Appropriate for those pursuing advanced degrees in Education and Special Education.
TExES 101 Generalist EC-4 : REA's new TExES 101 Generalist EC-4 test prep helps teacher candidates get into a Texas classroom! In-depth reviews cover all 5 domains and their competencies as defined by the Texas State Board for Educator Certification: English Language Arts and Reading; Mathematics; Social Studies; Science; Fine Arts, Health, and Physical Education. Features a full-length practice test--with fully explained answers, an efficient study schedule, and confidence-boosting test-taking strategies and tips. DETAILS - Content conforms to the Texas State Board for Educator Certification - Written by a leading Texas-based specialist in teacher education. - Comprehensive multi-subject reviews - 1 full-length practice test - Features every type of question, subject area, and skill test on the actual exam - Each pretest practice test answer is fully explained in easy-to-follow, step-by-step detail.
Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist : The cornerstone text of almost every dental hygienist's library is now in its thoroughly updated Tenth Edition. Written in a straightforward, concise outline format, this text equips students and practitioners with the clinical and educational skills needed for successful practice. Features includes full-color artwork and photographs, case-based exercises, procedure boxes, and ethics boxes. The Tenth Edition presents the latest technical advances and research findings and includes a new chapter on teeth whitening, plus new sections on cultural competence, detailed home visit, street drugs, and indices for early childhood caries and root caries. A bound-in CD-ROM includes clinical video clips, an audio pronunciation glossary, and board case style questions with rationales. "Doody's Core Titles(TM) 2009.
The Portable Pediatrician: A Practicing Pediatrician's Guide to Your Child's Growth, Development, Health and Behavior, from Birth to Age Five by Laura Walther Nathanson, ISBN 0060938471 : This fully updated and revised edition is an invaluable resource for parents of children from birth through age five, guiding them in what to expect developmentally and behaviorally during each month of their child's life. This book also covers first aid, strategies to help with overweight kids, and tips for parents on dealing with behavioral problems. Line drawings.
Designing Clinical Research : This third edition sets the standard for providing a practical guide to planning, tabulating, formulating, and implementing clinical research, with an easy-to-read, uncomplicated presentation. This edition incorporates current research methodology and offers an updated syllabus for conducting a clinical research workshop.
Internet, Mail, and Mixed-Mode Surveys: The Tailored Design Method : A complete, start-to-finish guide for every researcher to successfully plan and conduct Internet, mail, and telephone surveys, "Internet, Mail, and Mixed-Mode Surveys: The Tailored Design Method, Third Edition" presents a succinct review of survey research methods, equipping you to increase the validity and reliability, as well as response rates, of your surveys. Now thoroughly updated and revised with information about all aspects of survey research?grounded in the most current research?the new edition provides practical ?how-to? guidelines on optimally using the Internet, mail, and phone channels to your advantage.
Kozier & Erb's Fundamentals of Nursing: Concepts, Process, and Practice [With DVD-ROM] : "Fundamentals of Nursing, 8/E" presents the fundamentals of nursing care within the framework of the nursing process. Hallmark features are a clear and accessible writing style, a focus on practical application with real-world examples and case studies, and an appropriate level of detail for beginners. The book is supported by a state-of-the art technology package to enhance the learning process. Provides the fundamentals of the nature of nursing, contemporary health care, health beliefs and practices, the nursing process, lifespan development issues, integral aspects of nursing, assessing health, and promoting psychosocial health and physiologic health. For Nurses and Health Care Professionals.
Public Health Leadership: Putting Principles Into Practice : As the first book dedicated to the investigation of leadership in the public health arena, this ground-breaking text will play an important role in training a new generation of leaders -- your students -- who will strengthen the field of public health. "Public Health Leadership: Putting Principles Into Practice goes beyond a description of what leadership is to serve as a "how-to" guide for successful future public health leaders. Professors will find case studies in each section, illustrating the practical applications of the principles discussed, always in the public health context. Leadership exercises and discussion questions encourage student participation.
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