Sometimes Christians assume that people 'out there' are eager to listen to what the Church has to offer But why should those we try to evangelize want to hear the gospel? Surely people will only be intrigued by Christian life & community when they see something provocative or attractive Then they will want to know what's going on The Provocative Church offers a liberating understanding of evangelism as a corporate activity in which all the gifts needed to enact the life of the Kingdom
- to stir people into asking ' What does this mean?'
- are spread throughout the whole Church It encourages the development of a theology of conversion that sees beyond 'becoming a Christian' to bring each individual life increasingly under the rule of God

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The Psychedelic Experience created by the prophetic shaman-professors Timothy Leary Ralph Metzer & Richard Alpert is a foundational text that serves as a model & a guide for all subsequent mind-expanding inquiries In this wholly unique book the authors provide an interpretation of an ancient sacred manuscript the Tibetan Book of the Dead from a psychedelic perspective The Psychedelic Experience describes their discoveries in broadening spiritual consciousness through a combination of Tibetan mediation techniques & psychotropic substances ...

Music inspired science fiction & fantasy combined in a way that revolutionized poster art of the Psychedelic 1960&s-era Famous for his rock posters The Psychedelic Rock Art of Carl Lundgren a Detroit Michigan based artist showcases his posters which were as important to the Detroit Music & Art history as were the music legends themselves; The Who Jefferson Airplane & Pink Floyd to name a few The book&s forward is written by Mitch Ryder who was lead vocalist of a Detroit 1960&s rock group The Detroit Wheels The introduction is by Russ Gibb a former radio personality & rock promoter from Dearborn Michigan who played a major role in the late sixtiesearly seventies Motor City music scene Whether looking for something fun entertaining or reminiscent this book has it all! The Psychedelic Rock Art of Carl Lundgren presents Carl&s posters in a unique way that will evoke emotion & memories The only thing left to say is " Buy the book!" ...

Now DSM-5 updated! Using a unique & effective combination of mnemonics practical techniques & phrasing examples that illustrate the nuances of the interviewing process The Psychiatric Interview 4th Edition helps you establish a rapport with patients & gain valuable clinical insights Now updated to incorporate the DSM-5 & current research this popular manual teaches you how to improve your interviewing skills breaking down this complex area into concise information you can put to use immediately in your practice Key Features Offers a practical concise approach to the psychiatric interview filled with tips & pearls to develop confidence in interviewing Uses mnemonics & pocket cards to help you understand & remember key elements of the effective interview Brings you up to speed with the DSM-5 & current research including changes in diagnosing dementia substance abuse eating disorders ADHD & more Provides clear techniques for approaching threatening topics & shows how relationships that are endangered can be repaired Presents information in an engaging conversational manner helping you form an alliance with each patient in order to promote cooperation & effective treatment Ideal for psychiatrists psychiatric residents nurse practitioners or other mental health professionals Now with the print edition enjoy the bundled interactive e Book edition which can be downloaded to your tablet & smartphone or accessed online &

Includes:: features like Complete content with enhanced navigation Powerful search tools & smart navigation cross-links that pull results from content in the book your notes & even the web Cross-linked pages references & more for easy navigation Highlighting tool for easier reference of key content throughout the text Ability to take & share notes with friends & colleagues Quick reference tabbing to save your favorite content for future use

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The Psychic Tarot for the Heart Oracle Deck with its accompanying guidebook & 65 beautifully illustrated cards was created to assist & guide you in matters of the heart especially the different relationships in your life Relationships of all kinds are really about you! They will often reflect back what you need to see & the lessons you need to learn By using this deck & the techniques that psychic medium John Holland imparts along with the wisdom of the tarot you'll begin to understand & look at relationships
- past present & future
- with an intuitive eye This deck is not just for lovers! These cards will resonate with anyone & add clarity around all types of relationships including the most important one of all the relationship with your self

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Tailored specifically for undergraduate students this Companion offers uniquely comprehensive coverage of the topics necessary for successful communication in psychology making it a valuable resource for research methods & introductory psychology courses Readers will learn how to effectively plan & write papers in accordance with the latest style guidelines from the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association Sixth Edition; present data in posters & talks; & evaluate their own & others' work The clear writing style & reader-friendly format meanwhile allow students to absorb information easily even when reading chapters selectively or out of order The book

Includes:: numerous up-to-date examples drawn from career experiences to engage students & help them apply what they've learned to forward their own careers while questions encourage them to think more deeply about larger issues in the field preparing them for future research

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Explaining more than 100 of the most important big ideas & groundbreaking theories in the field of psychology in a clear & simple way this is the perfect introduction to the history of psychology & understanding human behaviour The Psychology Book provides an excellent introduction to the history of psychology from its roots in philosophy right up to modern studies of autism & psychiatry The groundbreaking ideas of great thinkers in the world of psychology from Freud & Carl Jung to Noam Chomsky & Daniel Kahneman are outlined here Covering all the schools of psychology including psychotherapy cognitive psychology & behaviourism this handy reference is ideal for students or anyone interested in this popular subject Hard-to-grasp concepts are explained in clear language with clever graphics that break down the ideas to make them accessible to everyone & here is also a directory of psychologists & a useful glossary of psychological terms If you're fascinated by the human mind then The Psychology Book will offer you lots of food for thought ...

Offers undergraduate students the information they need to make informed decisions about whether to pursue psychology as a major & career as well as guidance to help them succeed as psychology majors 304 pages Kuther Tara (Western Connecticut State University) ...

What are your attitudes on climate change? Do you have opinions on how political parties should be funded? Or indeed celebrity misadventure? Written by two world-leading academics in the field of attitudes research this textbook gets to the very heart of this fascinating & far-reaching field In the 2nd Edition Greg Maio & Geoffrey Haddock expand on how scientific methods have been used to better understand attitudes & how they change with updates to reflect the most recent findings With the aid of a few helpful metaphors the text provides readers with a grasp of the fundamental concepts for understanding attitudes & an appreciation of the scientific challenges that lay ahead With plenty of learning aids to help with revision & a new companion website this textbook is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning or teaching about attitudes Key features of the new edition Key Terms Key Points & a Glossary Research Highlights that illustrate interesting & important case studies & their findings Useful recaps of ' What we have learned' & ' What do you think?' questions at the end of chapters to get students thinking A new Companion Website (studysagepubcommaiohaddock) with useful material for both instructors & students ...

An instructive & accessible account of the psychological development of children aged 0-2 years & how it can be supported by social relationships The first two years are critical in a child's development influencing what happens in later childhood & even adulthood Yet how best to support that early development is not always easy to grasp Now help is at hand with this expert guide on the care of children through these essential years Based on the latest research with its wealth of picture sequences & clear explanations this book shows how the development of young children's social understanding attachments self-control & intelligence can be supported through their relationships ...