Wilson, David

Looks at the field of media psychology.

"Athletes the world over must train not only their bodies but also their minds. The science of sport psychology helps to unlock potential and overcome barriers as athletes search for pathways to victory. Employed by professional teams in search of victory, the stakes for sports psychologists are quite high, and a small advantage in a player's mental strength can turn into a major advantage on the field. Psychologists work to develop better concentration, stress management, self-confidence, and teamwork among athletes, helping to make sure that the natural talents and physical skills are not impeded by a troubled mind. Sports psychologists not only help athletes to win championships, but also help them to overcome all manner of personal problems, including problems unique to an athlete's lifestyle. Some athletes struggle with the limelight, turning to substance abuse, while others develop trust issues due to their celebrity and massive paychecks. A sports psychologist can provide troubled athletes with strategies, techniques, and coping mechanisms that help them to maintain focus and overcome the issues that can affect their careers"--Back cover.

"David Wilson has spent his professional life working with violent men--especially men who have committed murder. Aged twenty-nine he became, at that time, the UK's youngest ever prison Governor in charge of a jail and his career since then has seen him sat across a table with all sorts of killers: sometimes in a tense interview; sometimes sharing a cup of tea (or something a little stronger); sometimes looking them in the eye to tell them that they are a psychopath. Some of these men became David's friends; others would still love to kill him. This book tells the story of David's journey from idealistic prison governor to expert criminologist and professor"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the history of gun laws and control, including the debate over the right to bear arms versus regulations, in the United States.

Looks at the use and misuse of handguns in the United States.

Looks at guns for recreation and sport in the Untied States.

Looks at gun culture in the United States.

Looks at the gun industry in the United States.

Looks at the use and misuse of assault weapons in the United States.

Provides insight into the future of North and South Korea, discussing the dynamics between North and South Korea in the twenty-first century as well as the geography, history, government, politics, economy, society, culture, and contemporary issues of the Korean peninsula.