psychological aspects

Discusses how people with dyslexia not only see words differently but also conceive space more intuitively, see relationships between unrelated objects, and are able to make creative connections that others do not.

[Explores] the science behind nature's positive effects on the brain"--Dust jacket.

The author discusses his life as the son of a terrorist and how he came to reject his father's ideology and embrace the path of nonviolence.

Applies the latest research and theory of personality type, multiple intelligences, experimental learning models, and Mind Styles model to create a differentiated approach for staff development.

"In an isolated silver mining town in Idaho in the 1970s, almost everyone in town lost someone in the disastrous fire. Jordan is a young widow with twin children; David, a college student trying to make a life for himself in another town; Lionel, a lifelong hard-rock miner. It's a tough, hard-working, hard-drinking town, but as they struggle to come to terms with the loss nobody's tough enough to get through this undamaged."--Provided by publisher.

"Through informative text, full-color photographs, discussion questions, and detailed infographics, this volume teaches young adults what abuse looks like and how to get help for themselves or for others if they recognize signs of an abusive situation. "--Provided by publisher.

A little boy named Felix learns that being kind to others not only helps them, but helps him as well.

Oliver Sacks explores the power of music in the lives of ordinary people, as well as individuals with neurological and other conditions.

Examines the impact of economic inequality including the psychological, societal, and even physical consequences on both the poor and wealthy members of society.