Author by: Jay Sanford Shivers Language: en Publisher by: Fairleigh Dickinson Univ Press Format Available: PDF, ePub, Mobi Total Read: 26 Total Download: 821 File Size: 43,5 Mb Description: This text includes the latest theoretical developments in recreational service. Continued experimentation in the field of neuroscience has produced a great deal of rethinking about personal traits and leadership potential, in turn providing a detailed explanation of the processes and techniques of leaderhsip as it applies to the field of recerational service. The author deals with the functional aspects of leadership by providing numerous examples of how theory has been and should be applied in practical situations. Author by: Donelson Forsyth Language: en Publisher by: Cengage Learning Format Available: PDF, ePub, Mobi Total Read: 38 Total Download: 527 File Size: 49,8 Mb Description: In the Fifth Edition, Forsyth combines an emphasis on research, empirical studies supporting theoretical understanding of groups, and case studies to illustrate the application of concepts to actual groups, thus providing students with the most comprehensive treatment of groups available. Forsyth builds each chapter around a real-life case and draws on examples from a range of disciplines including psychology, law, education, sociology, and political science. Because he tightly weaves concepts and familiar ideas together, the text takes students beyond simple exposure to basic principles and research findings to a deeper understanding of each topic.

Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version. Author by: Hanna Levenson Language: en Publisher by: American Psychiatric Pub Format Available: PDF, ePub, Mobi Total Read: 51 Total Download: 989 File Size: 44,7 Mb Description: In today's world of managed care -- characterized by limited mental health resources, emphasis on accountability, concerns of third-party payers, and consumer need -- the demand for mental health professionals to use briefer therapeutic approaches is on the rise. Fully 84% of all clinicians are doing some form of planned brief therapy (6-20 sessions per year per patient). Yet despite clinical advances and outcome data that demonstrate the effectiveness of short-term therapy, many therapists -- in fact, 90% of those whose theoretical orientation is psychodynamic rather than cognitive-behavioral -- are reluctant to learn briefer interventions, seeing value only in long-term, depth-oriented work. The second edition of this Concise Guide is intended to help educate both beginning and experienced clinicians in the strategies and techniques of time-attentive models and to foster more positive and optimistic attitudes toward using these important therapies. The seven therapeutic models presented here -- including an entirely new chapter on time-limited group therapy -- highlight the importance of the interpersonal perspective.

The seven models, one per chapter, represent well-established short-term approaches to clinical issues that therapists commonly encounter in their clinical practices. These models also have clearly defined intervention techniques and formulation strategies and can be used within the 10- to 20-session time frame of most managed care settings.

In Chapter 8, the authors explore interpersonal and group dynamics in organizations. People spend much of their time at work interacting with others. They often find themselves pondering why people behave as they do and what to do about it. Skills in understanding and handling interpersonal relationships are essential.

The first part of each chapter dealing with a therapeutic model lists the various presenting problems the authors deem most suitable for treatment by that particular approach. The authors discuss the overall framework of each model, selection criteria, goals, therapeutic tasks and strategies, empirical support, and relevance for managed care, with clinical cases to illustrate the application of each model. The authors include updated chapters on supportive, time-limited, and interpersonal therapies; time-limited dynamic psychotherapy; short-term dynamic therapy for patients with posttraumatic stress disorder; brief dynamic therapy for patients with substance abuse disorders; an entirely new chapter on time-limited group therapy; and a final chapter on the reciprocal relationship between pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy. Meant to complement the more detailed information found in lengthier psychiatric texts, this Concise Guide (it is designed to fit into a jacket or lab coat pocket) is a practical and convenient reference for psychiatrists, psychiatric residents, and medical students working in a variety of treatment settings, such as inpatient psychiatry units, outpatient clinics, consultation-liaison services, and private offices. Author by: C. Alderfer Language: en Publisher by: Format Available: PDF, ePub, Mobi Total Read: 82 Total Download: 452 File Size: 49,8 Mb Description: Intergroup perspectives began to shape the understanding of human behavior from the beginning of the twentieth century. Intergroup theory provides interpretations for individual, interpersonal, group, intergroup, and organizational relations.

The version of intergroup theory given here uses a definition of group that is concerned with both internal and external properties. It explains intergroup dynamics in terms of group boundaries, power, affect, cognition, and leadership behavior.

It examines the nature of identity and organization groups. It relates the state of intergroup relations to the suprasystem in which they are embedded.

It presents an understanding of the changing relations among interdependent groups and their representatives through the operation of parallel and unconscious processes. The theory relates to a wide array of social and organizational problems, including the development of effective work teams, the definition and management of organizational culture, and the teaching of organizational behavior in Management schools.

Posture, body movement and hand gestures are among the primary body language factors that contribute to interpersonal dynamics. A dynamic communicator stands tall, but relaxed, moves their body naturally and calmly and uses natural hand gestures to highlight certain points or to support action words. A smile, eye contact and a relaxed facial expression convey confidence.

When a listener senses confidence from a message sender, it increases the likelihood he will buy into the message. Desert Punk English Dubbed. Advanced Folder Encryption Keygenguru. Vocal expression is another nonverbal factor of interpersonal dynamics. An assertive tone, good volume, a relaxed pace, emphasis and inflection all impact a message. A person can change the entire construct of a sentence just by adjusting the points of inflection. Another important element of interpersonal dynamics is the relationship between a person's words and nonverbal messages.

Honest, clear and well-received communication occurs when words and body language closely match. When they don't, a listener may infer that a speaker is uncertain or dishonest.