physiological aspects

Examines what happens to the human body under the stress of combat in a foreign land and as a police officer in the streets of urban America; and discusses the measures that can be taken to prevent extreme forms of debilitating stress on the mind and body.

"Presents an ... examination of how the interface between our sense of touch and our emotional responses affects our social interactions as well as our general health and development."--Provided by publisher.

Explains how insights arise and what scientific research says about stimulating more of them.

"Describes what life would be like without pain."--Provided by publisher.

Experts and overweight individuals comment on the physical, psychological, and environmental aspects of being overweight or obese and the battle to become physically fit and healthy. Includes special features.

Explores the physics behind sports. Learn the mental aspects that world-class athletes bring to their efforts, and examine why people play and watch sports.

"Shares insights on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), showing why it occurs, how it affects the development and existence of those it impacts, and how it can be treated"--Provided by publisher.

An examination of night in all its aspects from the underworld patrolled by police to the interpretation of children's dreams.

Examines the possibility of genes being determining factors in whether or not a person can be a great athlete, or if hard work and practice are more the determining factors. Discusses what the human genome does and doesn't say about human athleticism.