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The human spark : the science of human development / by Kagan, Jerome.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Setting the stage -- The first year -- Early childhood -- The family and beyond -- What is preserved-for how long? -- The development of moralities -- Emotions and their development -- Mental illness : a modern epidemic -- New certainties, old uncertainties."As infants we are rife with potential. For a short time, we have before us a seemingly infinite number of developmental paths. Soon, however, we become limited to certain paths as we grow into unique products of our genetics and experience. But what factors account for the variation--in skills, personalities, values--that results? How do experiences shape what we bring into the world? In The Human Spark, pioneering psychologist Jerome Kagan offers an unflinching examination of personal, moral, and cultural development that solidifies his place as one of the most influential psychologists of the past century. In this definitive analysis of the factors that shape the human mind, Kagan explores the tension between biology and the environment. He reviews major advances in the science of development over the past three decades and offers pointed critiques and new syntheses. In so doing, Kagan calls out the shortcomings of the modern fad for neuroscience, shows why theories of so-called attachment parenting are based on a misinterpretation of research, and questions the field's reflexive tendency to pathologize the behavior of the young. Most importantly, he reminds us that a life, however influenced by biology and upbringing, is still a tapestry to be woven, not an outcome to be endured."--Jacket.
Subjects: Child psychology.; Child development.; Psychology.; Psychology, Child.; Child Development.; Personality Development.;
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Journey across the life span : human development and health promotion / by Polan, Elaine,1944-; Taylor, Daphne,1944-;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Healthy lifestyles -- Culture -- The family -- Communication -- Theories of growth and development -- Prenatal period to 1 year -- Toddlerhood -- Preschool -- School age -- Puberty and adolescence -- Early adulthood -- Middle adulthood -- Late adulthood -- Death and dying.
Subjects: Nurses' Instruction.; Life cycle, Human.; Health promotion.; Practical nursing.; Human Development.; Health Promotion.; Life Style.; Nurse's Role.; Nursing, Practical;
© [2015], F.A. Davis Company,
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Before we are born : essentials of embryology and birth defects / by Moore, Keith L.; Persaud, T. V. N.,author.; Torchia, Mark G.,author.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 331-335) and index.Introduction to human development -- Human reproduction -- First week of human development -- Second week of human development -- Third week of human development -- Fourth to eighth weeks of human develoment -- Fetal period : the ninth week to birth -- Placenta and fetal membranes -- Body cavities, mesenteries, and diaphragm -- Pharyngeal apparatus, face, and neck -- Respiratory system -- Alimentary system -- Urogenital system -- Cardiovascular system -- Musculoskeletal system -- Nervous system -- Development of eyes and ears -- Integumentary system -- Human birth defects -- The cellular and molecular basis of development.As the study of embryology continues to be integrated with a range of disciplines, Before We Are Born remains the ideal solution for students who need to quickly learn the basics. Fully updated by the world?s foremost embryologists, this medical reference book provides concise guidance on human embryology at every stage of development, utilizing rich illustrations and photographs designed to further explain content. Understand all of the latest advances in embryology, including normal and abnormal embryogenesis, causes of birth defects, and the role of genes in human development. See how discoveries in molecular biology have affected clinical practice, including the development of sophisticated new techniques such as recumbent DNA technology and stem cell manipulation. Prepare for the USMLE Step 1 with clinical case presentations, highlighted in special boxes, which demonstrate how embryology concepts relate to clinical practice. Quickly review just the embryology information you need to know, masterfully distilled from the popular book The Developing Human, written by the same author team. Understand the complex concepts inherent in embryology with help from streamlined content, didactic illustrations, and clinical photos. Test your knowledge with brand-new review questions at the end of each chapter. Searchable, portable, shareable, and perpetual, this Student Consult title offers enhanced features that allow you to interact with your content like never before.
Subjects: Embryology, Human.; Abnormalities, Human.; Embryonic Development.; Congenital Abnormalities.; Embryology; Embryonic and Fetal Development.;
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Animal-assisted therapy / by Altschiller, Donald.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.History of animal-assisted therapy -- Programs for children -- Programs for the elderly -- Programs in prisons -- Controversies -- Ethical issues and questions about therapy effectiveness.The use of animals for therapy is a burgeoning form of treatment for individuals with physical, emotional, or psychological illnesses. It offers a historical overview of the practice, detailing its growth, efficacy, and the many ways it is practiced today. It contains illustrative examples such as successful programs where children with reading problems read aloud to canine companions, and illuminates the nature and effectiveness of animal-assisted therapy. In examining those programs the work explores how the practice is applied both generally and among special populations, incuding children, the elderly, autustic individuals, and the incarcerated. The book also provides specific information of interest to pet owners who want to get involved in these programs and includes information on U.S. government requirements allowing guide dogs in public and private facilities.
Subjects: Animal-assisted therapy.; Pets; Human-animal relationships.; Animal Assisted Therapy.; Program Development.;
© c2011., Greenwood,
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Big world, small planet : abundance within planetary boundaries / by Rockström, Johan.; Klum, Mattias.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 200-205)."'Big World, Small Planet' probes the urgent predicament of our times: how is it possible to create a positive future for both humanity and Earth? We have entered the Anthropocene - the era of massive human impacts on the planet - and the actions of over seven billion residents threaten to destabilize Earth's natural systems, with cascading consequences for human societies. In this extraordinary book, the authors combine the latest science with compelling storytelling and amazing photography to create a new narrative for humanity's future. Johan Rockström and Mattias Klum reject the notion that economic growth and human prosperity can only be achieved at the expense of the environment. They contend that we have unprecedented opportunities to navigate a 'good Anthropocene.' By embracing a deep mind-shift, humanity can reconnect to Earth, discover universal values, and take on the essential role of planetary steward. With eloquence and profound optimism, Rockström and Klum envision a future of abundance within planetary boundaries - revolutionary future that is at once necessary, possible, and sustainable for coming generations"--Amazon.comOur ten key messages -- The grand challenge. Our new predicament ; Planetary boundaries ; Big whammies ; Peak everything -- The great mind-shift. No business on a dead planet ; Unleashing innovation -- Sustainable solutions. Rethinking stewardship ; A dual-track strategy ; Solutions from nature.
Subjects: Nature; Environmentalism.; Sustainable development.; Sustainable living.; Climatic changes.; Risk assessment.;
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The complete idiot's guide to self-sufficient living / by Belanger, Jerome D.;
Includes bibliographical references (p. [359]-363) and index.You long to live a more self-reliant lifestyle, less dependent on fast food, consumerism, and other undesirable aspects of modern civilization. How do you begin to change your corner of the world without giving up everything you know and love?A rational approach to self-sufficient living. What's it all about? ; The new self-sufficiency: doing without ; The philosophy of self-sufficient living ; Bloom where you're planted ; Your homestead business -- The kitchen: heart of the homestead. Scratch the itch to cook from scratch ; Conservation in the kitchen ; The well-stocked pantry ; Look what I made! -- The self-sufficient gardener. Gardening fundamentals ; The dirt on garden soil ; What's your (garden) type? -- How does your garden grow? ; Tools of the trade ; Saving seeds ; Adam and Eve did it -- Meat, milk, and eggs. The truth about meat ; Chickens in your backyard ; Raising rabbits for food ; Dairy goats ; More small livestock -- Shelter and its appurtenances. Self-sufficient shelter ; Cool ways to keep warm ; Your water footprint ; The conservation of energy -- A plan for the future. Looking back, moving forward ; Let your imagination soar.
Subjects: Self-reliant living.; Alternative lifestyles.; Human ecology.; Home economics, Rural.; Agriculture.; Country life.; Self-reliance.; Sustainable development.; Country life.; Alternative lifestyles.;
© c2009., Alpha Books,
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Life without oil : why we must shift to a new energy future / by Hallett, Steve,1966-; Wright, John,1952-;
Includes bibliographical references (p. 375-406) and index.We have spent the last two centuries building a civilization on coal and the last century building it bigger still on oil. Fossil fuels have been the wellspring of our complex, glorious modern world, but they are about to run out. By the end of the 21st century, our oil and natural gas supplies will be virtually nonexistent, and limited coal supplies will be restricted to only a handful of countries. The authors, one an environmental scientist and the other a veteran journalist, make abundantly clear that we are at the crest of a remarkable two-hundred-year glitch in the history of civilization and are about to embark on the decline. Experts may argue about whether peak oil production has already arrived or will come in a decade or two, but in any case, as the authors show, we must plan for a future without reliance on oil. But successful planning depends on a realistic assessment of the facts about our current situation. To that end, they describe how the petroleum interval of the last century, on which our civilization is based, fits in to the larger history of civilization. They describe the fate of civilizations and empires of the past that have come and gone based on their vital connection with the environment. Turning to an even longer timeframe, the authors make a compelling case that the key determinant of our global economy is not so much the invisible hand of the marketplace but the inexorable laws of ecology. When it comes to the long term, nature will impose limits beyond which our economy cannot go. Despite increased emphasis on renewable and environmentally friendly energy sources, our current obsession with growth is ultimately unsustainable. The authors foresee the coming decades as a time of much disruption and change of lifestyle, but in the end we may learn a wiser, more sustainable stewardship of our natural resources. This discussion of energy and ecology offers a realistic vision of the near future and many important lessons about the limits of our resources.The invisible hand -- Existential threat, root cause, core problem -- Failure to see, failure to act -- Adam Smith was wrong -- What should we do? What should we save? -- A Brief History of Progress. Seeds of civilization. In the beginning ; First attempts to harness energy ; The mother of invention ; Putting down roots ; The age of empires -- The ghosts of empires passed. The impossible Moai ; Where did all the people go? ; The legacy of Eighteen Rabbit ; Forests to precede civilizations, deserts to follow ; The scourge of God ; Recurring themes -- The fossil fuels savings bank. Black gold and the British century ; Black gold and the American century ; The global economy -- Divorced from nature. Can the leopard change his spots? ; Are humans innately racist and violent? ; The tragedy of the commons ; Holding onto disastrous values ; Holding onto disastrous ideologies -- The Petroleum Interval. The great energy transition. American prophet ; Predicting global peak oil ; Why is nobody warning us? ; The Red Queen and the last drop of oil ; The many lives of methane ; The problem with natural gas: it's a gas ; Hubberts Peak for natural gas ; Descending from Hubbert's Peak ; All aboard the carbon express! ; The gifts that keep on giving ; The nuclear option ; Energy: for here or to go? ; The platter of options -- The ecological debt. The global commons ; There are plenty of fish in the sea ; Missing mountains and plastic oceans ; The great corn lawn ; Death by overpopulation -- The view from Mauna Loa. It's a small world after all ; Thresholds and feedbacks ; The long-range weather forecast ; Impacts on the landscape ; The human landscape ; Mitigate, adapt, or suffer -- The Wealth of Nations. Collision course. The harsh light of morning ; Disruption in supply ; Shock and aftershocks ; Oil skirmishes, oil wars ; The global economy as an ecosystem ; Diminishing marginal returns -- Around the world in eighty depressions. The next half century ; The oil producers ; The first-world consumers ; The new consumers ; Left behind -- End of empire. A multipolar world ; Shortening the interregnum -- A General Theory. Ecology is the foundation of economics. Phoenix ; The fundamental need for growth ; There is no such thing as a free lunch ; The Jevons paradox -- A new foundation. The low-hanging fruit ; A nuclear-hydrogen economy? ; A renewable energy economy? ; Food that doesn't cost the Earth ; A land ethic ; Breaking the fertility trap ; Lifeboat ethics -- Reconnecting. Is socialism dead, and is capitalism doomed? ; The triumph of the commons ; Community of nations, nations of communities ; A call to arms.
Subjects: Energy policy; Energy consumption; Energy development; Social change; Technology and civilization.; Petroleum reserves; Human ecology.; Fossil fuels.;
© 2011., Prometheus Books,
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Pocket anatomy & physiology / by Jones, Shirley A.,author.; Voll, Markus M.,illustrator.; Wesker, Karl,illustrator.; Dimes, Jonathan,illustrator.; DrangonFly Media Group,illustrator.;
Body Structure -- Cells, Tissues, and the Integumentary System -- Human Microbiome -- Skeletal System -- Muscular System -- Nervous System -- The Senses -- Endocrine System -- Circulatory System -- Lymphatic System -- Respiratory System -- Digestive System -- Urinary System -- Reproductive Systems and Human Development -- IndexIn class or in practice, all of the A & P information you need is at fingertips in this handy, easy-to-understand pocket guide. Crystal-clear, full-color illustrations with concise labels put all the need-to-know A & P information at your fingertips. Whether you're looking for a cross section of the spinal cord or lateral view of the arteries of the head and neck, or any other perspective on the human body, you'll find it here.
Subjects: Human anatomy; Human physiology.; Anatomy.;
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Frogs : the animal answer guide / by Dorcas, Michael E.,1963-; Gibbons, J. Whitfield,1939-;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Introducing frogs -- Form and function -- Frog colors -- Frog behavior -- Frog ecology -- Reproduction and development -- Food and feeding -- Frogs and humans -- Frog problems (from a human viewpoint) -- Human problems (from a frog's viewpoint) -- Frogs in stories and literature -- "Frogology".
Subjects: Frogs.;
© 2011., Johns Hopkins University Press,
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Which rights should be universal? / by Talbott, W. J.;
Includes bibliographical references (p. 207-214) and index.The proof paradigm and the moral discovery paradigm -- Cultural relativism about human rights -- An epistemically modest universal moral standpoint -- The development of women's rights as a microcosm of the development of human rights -- Autonomy rights -- Political rights -- Clarifications and objections.
Subjects: Human rights; Human rights;
© 2005., Oxford University Press,
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