psychological aspects

Explains the physical and psychological effects of food, and discusses the impact of food on brain chemistry and blood sugar, the physical and emotional reasons for food cravings, emotional eating, eating disorders, and the importance of a balanced diet.

Explains the principles of illustration composition, explaining how viewers see shapes and unconsciously interpret colors and movement; demonstrates these principles through sample pictures showing the process of illustrating "Little Red Riding Hood.".

Explores why superheros are such an important part of modern culture, discussing the common themes and symbolism found in superhero stories and their connection to society as a whole.

Discusses the many ways in which mathematics and science affect the twenty-first century world, which covers quantum mechanics, space-time, the chaos theory, and more, while explaining why garages never have cars repaired on time.

Describes exercise addiction, including why some people become addicted to exercise, how it endangers the body, other connected disorders and addictions, and how it is treated.

Reviews seven cases of serial murder through contemporary newspaper reports in order to examine how communities respond to the knowledge that there is a killer in their midst.

Discusses the importance of sharing the realities of death with children, friends, and family members, and of allowing the patient to communicate his or her feelings about dying.

Translates Augusto Boal's handbook of exercises designed to help people transform their lives through the therapeutic potential of theatre.

The authors explore the economics of real-world issues often viewed as insignificant, such as the extent to which the Roe v. Wade decision affected violent crime, and examine hidden incentives behind all sorts of human behavior.

Traces the history of the word "nigger", discussing its origins, the different connotations it has had, how it has been used, and the controversies which have surrounded its use.