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Egalitarian revolution in the Savanna : the origins of a West African political system / by Dueppen, Stephen A.

Table of Contents: “…Decentralization and the evolution of egalitarian behaviors in sedentary societies -- Ancient villages in the Niger bend: context and methods for exploring the Voltaic region -- Ethnographic perspectives on western Burkina Faso: a survey -- Kirikongo: an introduction to the site, the setting, and the research design -- The West Africa environmental setting: Kirikongo in ecological context -- Stratigraphies and depositional episodes: the excavations -- Relative chronology: ceramics -- Community growth at Kirikongo: the spatial and temporal setting -- Early sedentary life in the Voltaic region: defining a "Voltaic tradition" -- Craft production at Kirikongo: the origins, development and reinterpretation of specialization -- Herding, farming, and ritual sacrifice: the economy from Kirikongo.…”
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Social entrepreneurship : an evidence-based approach to creating social value / by Guo, Chao, 1971-

Table of Contents: “…Tables, figures, and exhibit -- The authors -- Introduction: understanding and using social entrepreneurship -- Social entrepreneurship : concept and context -- The many faces of social entrepreneurship -- Social entrepreneurship as organizational behavior -- Understanding and managing the social entrepreneurial process -- Discovering and creating social entrepreneurial opportunities -- From opportunity to action -- From action to impact -- Funding social entrepreneurship -- Social intrapreneurship: innovation from within -- Managing the social intrapreneurial process -- The emerging trends and issues -- Social entrepreneurship in the public sector -- Boundary spanning and social entrepreneurship -- New media and social entrepreneurship -- Conclusion: the road traveled and the journey ahead -- Notes -- Index.…”
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Family therapies : a comprehensive Christian appraisal / by Yarhouse, Mark A., 1968-

Table of Contents: “…A Christian understanding for family therapy -- Historical foundations of family therapy -- Bowenian family therapy -- Strategic family therapy -- Structural family therapy -- Psychodynamic family therapy -- Contextual family therapy -- Experiential family therapy -- Solution-focused family therapy -- Cognitive-behavioral family therapy -- Narrative family therapy -- Toward an integrative Christian family therapy -- Crisis and trauma -- Attending to marital conflict -- Separation, divorce, and remarriage -- Individual psychopathology -- Substance abuse -- Gender, culture, economic class, and race -- Sexual identity -- Casting a vision for Christian family therapy.…”
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Detecting malingering and deception : forensic distortion analysis (FDA-5) / by Hall, Harold V., Poirier, Joseph G.

Table of Contents: “…Foundational Issues in Deception -- Deception in Contemporary Times -- Involuntary Distortion -- The Applied Forensic Distortion Analysis Model -- Evaluation Process Guidelines -- Deception and Nonverbal Behavior -- Deception in Nonhumans -- Deception in Children -- Deception in Adolescents -- Deception in the Elderly -- Civil Law and Deception -- Malingered Neuropsychological Deficits -- Faked Pain and Loss of Sensation -- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Deception -- Interviewing and Deception -- Competency and Deception -- Criminal Responsibility and Deception -- Faked Amnesia and Recall Skills -- Psychosis and Deception -- Hallucinations and Deception -- Deception and the Systemic Problem of Substance Abuse -- Violence Risk Analysis and Deception -- Trends and Future Directions.…”
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Streptococcus pyogenes disease and molecular pathogenesis

Table of Contents: “…Contents: Important Streptococcal species -- S. pyogenes: the chain that links the throat to the heart -- Life threatening complications -- Rheumatic fever -- Acute post streptococcal glomerulonephritis -- Invasive S. pyogenes disease -- Strep throat activates psoriasis and obsessive compulsive behavior -- Identification of group A streptococcus -- S. pyogenes expresses a complex array of factors that interact with host defenses -- Molecular mimicry hides bacterium from host's defenses -- Key complement components -- Destruction of host chemotactic signals is critical for initiation of infection -- C5a peptidase -- M protein -- Tonsils are reservoir for recurrent infection -- Superantigens.…”
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The DX and classification of ASDs progress and pitfalls /

Table of Contents: “…-- Differences between AS and autism -- The outcome of autism -- Autism behavior checklist -- Sub-groups within autism pathway -- PDD-NOS in DSM-IV -- Prevalence rates -- Proportion of autism to total ASD -- Is PDD-NOS valid? …”
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PDD-NOS the unknown continent /

Table of Contents: “…Contents: PDD-NOS (Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified) as a diagnosis concept -- Qualitative impairment in social interaction and communication -- Restricted, repetitive and stereotyped patterns of behavior, interests and activities -- History -- Epidemiology -- Current and illegitimate clinical use -- Difficult diagnosis -- Evidence for a continuum -- Genetic risk -- Adult outcome of PDD-NOS -- Adult outcome of ASDs -- Outcome from 2-9 years of age -- Differential diagnostic considerations -- Features of semantic pragmatic disorder -- PDD-NOS and the 'broad phenotype' -- Definition of BAP -- Treatment and PDD-NOS -- Clinical practice and PDD-NOS -- Considerations for the future.…”
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Automated Ca2+ imaging of chemosensory neurones in C.elegans

Table of Contents: “…Contents: What C. elegans are -- Neuronal networks: from stimulation to behavior -- Monitoring neuronal activity -- Automating In vivo Ca imaging -- An automated calcium imaging platform -- A microfluidic chip -- Processing single worms -- Fabrication -- Automated single worm processing on-chip -- Automated calcium imaging on-chip -- A typical Ca response (chemosensory neuron) -- Effects of age on the function of sensory neurons -- Parameters -- Initial intracellular Ca level may be age-dependent -- Calcium pathway in ASH neuron -- Using in vivo imaging for drug screening -- Drug-treated vs. untreated worms.…”
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Adolescent psychopathology and the developing brain integrating brain and prevention science /

Table of Contents: “…The developing brain and adolescent-typical behavior patterns: an evolutionary approach / Linda Spear -- Competence, resilience, and development in adolescence: clues for prevention science / Ann S. …”
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Applying theory to generalist social work practice : a case study approach / by Langer, Carol L., Lietz, Cynthia A.

Table of Contents: “…The Relevance of Studying Theory for Aspiring Social Workers Case Example Evidence-Based Practice Further Debates Theoretical Integration Common Elements Implementation of Theory: The Role of Microskills Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER TWO: Ecological and Systems Theories Introduction A Historical Discussion of Ecological and Systems Theories Ecological and Systems Theories: Theoretical Principles Ecological and Systems Theories: Key Concepts Application of Ecological and Systems Theories within Social Work Practice Case Example Stories from the Field Student Application of Skills Strengths and Limitations of Ecological and Systems Theories Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER THREE: The Strengths Perspective Introduction A Social Work History Lesson Limitations of the Medical Model Moving Toward a Strengths Perspective The Strengths Perspective: Key Concepts The Strengths Perspective: Principles Application of the Strengths Perspective within Social Work Practice Case Example Stories from the Field Student Application of Skills Limitations of the Strengths Perspective Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER FOUR: The Task-Centered Model Introduction Historical Development Theoretical Assumptions The Task-Centered Model and the Helping Process Applicability of Task-Centered Work Compatibility with Social Work Values and Ethics, Systems and Strengths Perspectives Case Example Stories from the Field Student Application of Skills Strengths and Limitations Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER FIVE: Conflict Theory Introduction Historical Development of Conflict Theory Dialectical Materialism Macro Case Example Mezzo Case Example Application of Conflict Theory to Social Work Practice Stories from the Field Student Application of Skills Strengths and Limitations of Conflict Theory Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER SIX: Humanism and Client-Centered Theory Introduction A Historical Discussion of Client-Centered Theory Client-Centered Theory: Theoretical Principles Client-Centered Theory: Key Concepts Stories from the Field Application of Client-Centered Theory within Social Work Practice Case Example Student Application of Skills Strengths and Limitations of Humanism Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER SEVEN: Cognitive and Behavioral Theories Introduction A Historical Discussion of Behaviorism and Cognitive Theory Cognitive and Behavioral Theories: Key Concepts Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Stories from the Field Application of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy within Social Work Practice Case Example Student Application of Skills Benefits and Limitations of the Cognitive and Behavioral Theories Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER EIGHT: Empowerment Theory Introduction Basic Assumptions of the Empowerment Perspective Development of Empowerment in Social Work Historical Example Contemporary Examples of the Need for Empowerment Social Work with Groups and Empowerment Case Example Stories from the Field Student Application of Skills Strengths and Limitations of Empowerment Theory Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER NINE: Narrative Theory Introduction A Historical Discussion of Narrative Theory Narrative Theory: Theoretical Assumptions Narrative Theory: Key Concepts Application of Narrative Theory within Social Work Practice Case Example Stories from the Field Stories from the Field Student Application of Skills Strengths and Limitations of Narrative Theory Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER TEN: Solution-Focused Brief Therapy Introduction Theoretical Assumptions of SFBT Historical Development Use of the SFBT in the Helping Process Case Example Stories from the Field Student Application of Skills Strengths and Limitations of the Solution-Focused Model Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER ELEVEN: Crisis Theory Introduction A Brief History of Crisis Theory Levels of Crisis Stages of Experiencing and Resolving a Crisis Case Example Critical Necessities of Each Stage The Critical Incident Stress Debriefing and Management Protocol Stories from the Field Student Application of Skills Strengths and Limitations of Crisis Theory Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER TWELVE: Feminist and Critical Theories By Andrea N. …”
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Race, power, and political emergence in Memphis by Wright, Sharon D.

Table of Contents: “…Racial polarization and electoral behavior, 1975-87 -- ch. 6. The 1991 Memphis mayoral election: W.W. …”
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Memory fitness a guide for successful aging / by Einstein, Gilles O., 1950-

Table of Contents: “…-- Working memory and avoiding distractions: the right time for the right task -- Most memories are there: the trick is finding them -- How to learn and remember complex material: articles, lectures, and textbooks -- Remembering tough things -- Remembering to remember: medications, appointments, things to pack -- Mental exercise and memory: use it or lose it -- Physical exercise and memory: not exercising is risky behavior -- Effects of stress, depression, illness, and medications on memory -- Enhancing memory with nutritional supplements and vitamins -- Alzheimer's disease: the signals and what you can do about it.…”
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Parkinson's disease a complete guide for patients and families / by Weiner, William J.

Table of Contents: “…-- Signs and symptoms of Parkinson's disease -- Early symptoms -- Moderate Parkinson's disease -- Advanced Parkinson's disease -- Behavioral challenges and psychiatric symptoms -- Young-onset Parkinson's disease -- Diagnosing Parkinson's disease -- How a diagnosis is made -- Types of Parkinsonism -- Diagnosing other neurologic problems -- Treatment of Parkinson's disease -- How the brain works and how treatment works -- Choosing the correct medications -- Drug therapies -- Diet, exercise, and complemetary and alternative therapies -- Surgical treatments -- Other issues -- Illness, hospitalization, and Parkinson's disease -- Parkinson's disease research -- Questions and answers.…”
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Parkinson's disease a complete guide for patients and families / by Weiner, William J.

Table of Contents: “…-- Signs and symptoms of Parkinson's disease -- Early symptoms -- Moderate Parkinson's disease -- Advanced Parkinson's disease -- Behavioral challenges and psychiatric symptoms -- Young-onset Parkinson's disease -- Diagnosing Parkinson's disease -- How a diagnosis is made -- Types of Parkinsonism -- Diagnosing other neurologic problems -- Treatment of Parkinson's disease -- How the brain works and how treatment works -- Choosing the correct medications -- Drug therapies -- Diet, exercise, and complemetary and alternative therapies -- Surgical treatments -- Other issues -- Illness, hospitalization, and Parkinson's disease -- Parkinson's disease research -- Questions and answers.…”
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Fertile matters the politics of Mexican-origin women's reproduction / by Gutiérrez, Elena R., 1970-

Table of Contents: “…": social science perspectives on Mexican-origin women's reproductive behavior (1912-1980) -- Controlling borders and babies: John Tanton, ZPG, and racial anxiety over Mexican-origin women's fertility -- The right to have children: Chicanas organizing against sterilization abuse -- "Baby-makers and welfare takers": the (not-so) new politics of Mexican-origin women's reproduction -- Epilogue -- Notes -- References -- Index.…”
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Studies in East Asian economies capital flows, exchange rates, and monetary policy / by Handa, Jagdish

Table of Contents: “…Capital inflows and growth, evidence from pre-crises ASEAN economies / Shibeshi Ghebre Kahsay and Jagdish Handa -- Capital flows and real exchange rate behavior, evidence from pre-crises ASEAN economies / Shibeshi Ghebre Kahsay and Jagdish Handa -- Capital flows and monetary policy, evidence from pre-crises ASEAN economies / Shibeshi Ghebre Kahsay and Jagdish Handa -- Assessing international capital mobility, evidence from China / Jagdish Handa, Jie Lien, and Helei Wang -- Optimal monetary policy instruments and rules, evidence from China / Shen Guo, Shengzu Wang, and Jagdish Handa.…”
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Nursing ethics in everyday practice

Table of Contents: “…-- Ethical decision making models -- Finding a voice in ethics : everyday ethical behavior in nursing -- Nursing ethics in everyday practice : using communication skills effectively -- Ethics consultation -- Genetics -- Research advocacy in clinical nursing -- Ethical issues in critical care -- Ethics in long term care -- Ethical challenges in transitioning to end-of-life care : exploring the meaning of a "good death" -- Ethical issues in neonatal nursing -- Pediatric ethics : what makes children different? …”
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Hang 'em high law and disorder in western films and literature / by Herzberg, Bob, 1956-

Table of Contents: “…Mistrials: 1929-1939-the depression, the talkies and manipulation of the law in the old west -- international hangmen: 1940-1949-war in the present and totalitarian behavior in the old west -- chaos: 1950-1955-the cold war, huac, and mob rule in the old west -- badge toters: 1956-1959-reafþrming the rule of law in the old west -- deadly force: 1960-1969-riding the vengeance trail as war breaks out at home and abroad -- bloodbath: 1970-1976-vietnam, race riots and abuse of the law in the old west -- reload: 1977-1992-american cynicism and revisionist western history -- back trail: 1993-2012-the last nineteen years.…”
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Neural signatures of atypical social brain development in autism

Table of Contents: “…-- Insights from the developing social brain -- Behavioral training for fMRI -- Does the STS respond selectively to biological motion in children with autism? …”
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Neurocognitive models of autism

Table of Contents: “…-- Theoretical notions and autism -- Cognitive and developmental perspectives -- challenges -- Theory of Mind -- The Sally-Ann task -- Higher order theory of mind tasks -- Measurement strategies -- Several core deficits -- Executive Dysfunction Theory -- Key brain regions -- From a behavioral perspective -- Problems -- Studies and findings -- Executive dysfunction theory -- Central Coherence Theory -- Verbal / Non verbal examples -- Weak central coherence in Autism -- Different levels of complexity -- Frith and Happe -- From a developmental perspective -- Types of assessments and interventions -- The search for final common pathway(s) -- Combining elements of all three theories.…”
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