2 Nov, 2010
Product DescriptionSeeing Reason is an interdisciplinary study of a central topic in cognitive science: how does the mind respond to different kinds of representation of the same information especially when learning, reasoning, and communicating. It uses philosophical, logical, linguistic, psychological, and educational methods to explore this topic, reporting theories, observations, and arguments developed during several years research. Though the focus is on fundamental cognitive theories of human capacities, the issues are closely related to intensely practical issues about the teaching and learning of reasoning and communication skills. Along the way it examines why the human mind…. Click Here to Read More
1 Nov, 2010
Product DescriptionCognitive Adaptation: A Pragmatist Perspective argues that there is a fundamental link between cognitive/neural systems and evolution that underlies human activity. One important result is that the line between nature and culture and scientific and humanistic inquiry is quite permeable – the two are fairly continuous with each other. Two concepts figure importantly in our human ascent: agency and animacy. The first is the recognition of another person as having beliefs, desires, and a sense of experience. The second term is the recognition of an object as alive, a piece of biology. Both reflect a predilection in our cognitive architecture that is fundamental to an…. Click Here to Read More
31 Oct, 2010
Product DescriptionThis collection examines new psychological evidence for the modal theory and attempts to synthesize this theory with other theories of cognition and religion. Mind and Religion: Psychological and Cognitive Foundations of Religion…. Click Here to Read More
29 Oct, 2010
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29 Oct, 2010
Product DescriptionThis book addresses one of the most enduring debates within psychology, namely, the conflicting claims of those who adopt an individual, cognitivist perspective and those who adopt a social, culturalist perspective. The authors examine this debate and provide fresh insights that permit the bridging of traditional dualisms between self and society with respect to the subject matter of psychology, and between scientism and relativism with respect to knowledge about this subject matter. The Psychology of Human Possibility and Constraint…. Click Here to Read More
28 Oct, 2010
Treating Kids’ Psychological Ills: What’s Too Young? Too many kids suffer psychological ills, but there are more ways than ever to help Read more on Time…. Click Here to Read More
27 Oct, 2010
Product DescriptionDevelopmental Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Adults outlines a new cognitive approach that combines existing CBT theory and strategies with a lifespan developmental psychopathology perspective. The major focus is on the relationship between mastery of normative psycho-social developmental tasks and mental health. Primary targets for therapy are maladaptive developmental pathways that have significantly disrupted the client’s ability to cope with normal adult tasks and challenges. The book builds on standard cognitive therapy models and techniques, while providing further assessment and therapy strategies to address patterns interfering with resolution of…. Click Here to Read More
26 Oct, 2010
New York City Design Conference Will Inspire Graphic Designers and Marketing Experts Oct. 25, 2010 New York City — Registration is now open for Design for Conversion – NYC, a highly interactive conference designed for digital designers, graphic designers, advertising experts and creative marketing professionals who use the science of persuasion. To register visit http://designforconversion.nl/5th-dfc-new-york/The 5th Design for Conversion Conference … Read more on…. Click Here to Read More
25 Oct, 2010
What is short term memory? We use our short term memory every day. For example for – Unlike long term memory, the amount of information most people can hold in short term memory (numbers, food items, directions) is limited to around 7 items plus or minus 2. This short term memory capacity or ‘memory span’ has been called the ‘magical number seven’ in one of the most famous papers in cognitive psychology, by George Miller at Princeton University. Working memory – a type of short term memory But more important than just remembering information by rote is being able to do mental operations on that information – to solve a problem, to figure something out, or reason through something to find an…. Click Here to Read More
25 Oct, 2010
Created by World Renowned Hypnotherapist Steve G. Jones, Psychic Desire is Designed to Help You Expand Your Psychic Abilities: Mind Reading, Predicting Future Events, Esp, Clairvoyance, and Much More. Psychic…. Click Here to Read More
