psychological aspects

The author engages in a series of discussions about various historical aspects of ordinary life while wandering from room to room in his Victorian home in England, covering topics such as hygiene, sex, death, nutrition, the spice trade, and other domestic signs of things that occur out in the world.

Draws on cutting-edge scientific findings regarding human attention to examine the impact of technology on people's lives through the story of college student Reggie Shaw, who killed two scientists while texting and driving.

Examines common risk factors of suicide, including mental illness, substance abuse, and bullying, and discusses health care resources to help prevent suicide and coping strategies for those struggling in the wake of a loved one's suicide.

Examines the world of Alaska aviation, featuring profiles of daring pilots and stories of their most dangerous flights.

Presents activities designed to help children and teens learn how to stay safe on the Internet, explaining how to responsibly text, chat, email, and use social networking sites.

Alex Abramovich relates details about his friendship with Trevor Latham, a man who bullied him in grade school and founded the Oakland motorcycle club the East Bay Rats; discusses his experiences living in Oakland and immersing himself in the club; and examines the social conditions of Oakland during the early twenty-first century.

"Explores whether incessant exposure to social media sites, search engines, and videogames is capable of rewiring our brains, and whether the minds of people born before and after the advent of the internet differ"--Jacket flap.

Jay teaches how to live the "No Excuse" lifestyle on a solid foundation of self-responsibility, purpose, and integrity using the THESAURUS Factor - twelve key principles for personal and professional goals.