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Human Relations : A Game Plan for Improving Personal Adjustment

ISBN: 9780132275637 | 0132275635
Edition: 4th
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Pearson
Pub. Date: 7/20/2006

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SummaryTable of ContentsAuthor Biography
Using group discussion, and reader activities, this interactive and user-friendly "workbook" teaches readers practical skills for dealing with everyday situations. It balances coverage of theoretical concepts and research with interesting personal stories, anecdotes, and case studies, and applies theoretical concepts throughout. The author's counseling background and sense of humor in dealing with serious subjects encourages readers to try new behaviors in a safe environment. Students are given opportunities for practicing new skills in improvi... MORE
Prefacevii
About the Authorxiii
PART I LAYING THE FOUNDATION
Reaching Out
2(34)
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Basic Principles of Human Behavior
3(5)
Diversity, Gender, and Multiculturalism
8(6)
Verbal Communication
14(2)
Nonverbal Communication
16(3)
Gender and Communication
19(2)
Self-Talk
21(2)
Shyness
23(2)
Overcoming Fear
25(2)
Commitments
27(1)
Setting Goals
28(1)
Critical Thinking Skills
29(1)
Action and Results
29(2)
Personal Learning
31(2)
Chapter Review
33(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings
34(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?
35(1)
Self-Awareness
36(23)
Self-Concept
37(1)
Importance of Self-Concept
38(2)
Improving Self-Esteem
40(4)
Locus of Control
44(1)
Self-Disclosure
45(2)
The Johari Window
47(1)
The Shadow Self
48(3)
Masks
51(1)
Getting Attention
52(3)
Physical Contact
55(2)
Chapter Review
57(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings
58(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?
58(1)
Expanding Comfort Zones
59(35)
Comfort Zones
60(5)
Thinking Patterns
65(2)
Attribution Theory
67(1)
Assertiveness
67(5)
Personality
72(4)
Exploring Psychological Types
76(7)
Developing Character
83(3)
Accountability
86(1)
Belief Systems
87(2)
Chapter Review
89(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings
90(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?
91(3)
PART II BUILDING TOGETHER
Family Influences
94(33)
Family History
95(1)
Family Structures
96(2)
Race, Culture, and the Family
98(1)
Family of Origin
99(2)
Birth Order
101(7)
Functional Families
108(1)
Stepfamilies
109(2)
Parenting
111(4)
Dysfunctional Families
115(9)
Chapter Review
124(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings
125(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?
126(1)
Dealing with Emotions
127(25)
Understanding Emotions
127(3)
Emotional Building Blocks
130(2)
Emotional Intelligence
132(2)
Emotional Control
134(4)
Thought Distortion
138(1)
Defense Mechanisms
139(1)
Anger
140(5)
Guilt
145(1)
Sadness
146(2)
Excitement and Joy
148(1)
Chapter Review
149(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings
150(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?
151(1)
Developing Close Relationships
152(26)
Theories of Attraction
153(4)
Types of Love
157(1)
Attachment Styles and Romantic Relationships
158(1)
The Dance of Intimacy
159(2)
Codependent Relationships
161(3)
Marriage Myths
164(2)
Why Marriages Succeed or Fail
166(4)
Gay Marriage
170(1)
Making Marriage Last
171(3)
Friendships
174(1)
Chapter Review
175(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings
176(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?
177(1)
Human Sexuality
178(32)
Perspectives on Sexuality
179(2)
Social and Cultural Influences
181(2)
Sex Education
183(5)
Sexual Harassment
188(1)
Date Rape
189(1)
Sexual Abuse
190(6)
Homosexuality
196(5)
Sexually Transmissible Infections
201(2)
AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
203(3)
Chapter Review
206(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings
207(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?
208(2)
PART III MEETING THE WORLD
Coping Skills
210(26)
Self-Defeating Behavior
210(3)
Coping Strategies
213(3)
Psychological Disorders
216(2)
Components of Change
218(5)
A Model for Change
223(1)
Stress Management
224(4)
Conflict Management
228(3)
Guidelines for Getting Professional Help
231(2)
Chapter Review
233(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings
233(2)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?
235(1)
Life Changes
236(28)
Life Span Development
236(5)
Life Passages
241(7)
Transitional Times
248(2)
Health and Wellness
250(2)
Pyramid Building
252(2)
Lifestyle and Being Overweight
254(2)
Death and Dying Issues
256(5)
Chapter Review
261(1)
Suggested Readings
262(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?
263(1)
Positive Living
264(23)
Values and Meaning
265(3)
Decision Making
268(2)
Work and Leisure
270(6)
Life Satisfaction
276(3)
Forgiveness and Love
279(2)
Closure
281(3)
Chapter Review
284(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings
285(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?
286(1)
Glossary287(2)
Bibliography289(6)
Index295

Loren Ford earned his master’s degree in psychology from California State University, Long Beach, in 1974 and did doctoral work in a clinical program during the 80s. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Oregon and has a part-time private practice. Over the last 30 years, he has worked at several mental health facilities doing therapy with adolescents and families.

Since 1977, Loren has been on the faculty at Clackamas Community College in Oregon City. He teaches a number of classes on personal development, including human relations, college success, lifespan human development, and introduction to counseling.

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