Author: Víctor Gerardo Cárdenas González
Publisher: Editorial Fontamara S. A. de C. V.
ISBN: 6077368415
Category : Psychology
Languages : es
Pages : 333
Book Description
El presente texto describe y problematiza una de las bases metodológicas y prácticas de la Psicología Social: la intervención en grupos y comunidades. El título del libro no es solo un recurso retórico, pues como podrá constatarse a lo largo de sus capítulos, existen múltiples estrategias de intervención que, en su diversidad y complejidad, comparten un núcleo formado por diferentes perspectivas teóricas psicológico-sociales y compromisos ético-políticos. La propuesta de las y los autores, no trata de mostrar una definición conceptual única e indiscutible de lo que es la intervención psicosocial, sino que quien se interese en la lectura del libro, podrá construir a través de sus múltiples aplicaciones y las experiencias que se muestran en este libro, una visión amplia de lo que implican los procesos de intervención, así como de la importancia de seguir construyendo conocimiento a través de la praxis. Las y los autores aportan descripciones y análisis de experiencias de intervención que serán de utilidad para psicólog@s, psicólog@s sociales, sociólog@s, trabajador@s sociales y, en general, para quienes en cotidianidad generen procesos de intervención psicosocial en su práctica profesional La lectura del libro puede constituirse en un andamio cognoscitivo para repensar problemas de gran relevancia social como son el cambio social, el cambio de actitudes, el aprendizaje de nuevos esquemas de participación, el desarrollo de capacidades para enfrentar los problemas de salud en las comunidades, así como la formación de comunidades resilientes.
Diversidad y complejidad de la intervención psicosocial en México
Author: Víctor Gerardo Cárdenas González
Publisher: Editorial Fontamara S. A. de C. V.
ISBN: 6077368415
Category : Psychology
Languages : es
Pages : 333
Book Description
El presente texto describe y problematiza una de las bases metodológicas y prácticas de la Psicología Social: la intervención en grupos y comunidades. El título del libro no es solo un recurso retórico, pues como podrá constatarse a lo largo de sus capítulos, existen múltiples estrategias de intervención que, en su diversidad y complejidad, comparten un núcleo formado por diferentes perspectivas teóricas psicológico-sociales y compromisos ético-políticos. La propuesta de las y los autores, no trata de mostrar una definición conceptual única e indiscutible de lo que es la intervención psicosocial, sino que quien se interese en la lectura del libro, podrá construir a través de sus múltiples aplicaciones y las experiencias que se muestran en este libro, una visión amplia de lo que implican los procesos de intervención, así como de la importancia de seguir construyendo conocimiento a través de la praxis. Las y los autores aportan descripciones y análisis de experiencias de intervención que serán de utilidad para psicólog@s, psicólog@s sociales, sociólog@s, trabajador@s sociales y, en general, para quienes en cotidianidad generen procesos de intervención psicosocial en su práctica profesional La lectura del libro puede constituirse en un andamio cognoscitivo para repensar problemas de gran relevancia social como son el cambio social, el cambio de actitudes, el aprendizaje de nuevos esquemas de participación, el desarrollo de capacidades para enfrentar los problemas de salud en las comunidades, así como la formación de comunidades resilientes.
Publisher: Editorial Fontamara S. A. de C. V.
ISBN: 6077368415
Category : Psychology
Languages : es
Pages : 333
Book Description
El presente texto describe y problematiza una de las bases metodológicas y prácticas de la Psicología Social: la intervención en grupos y comunidades. El título del libro no es solo un recurso retórico, pues como podrá constatarse a lo largo de sus capítulos, existen múltiples estrategias de intervención que, en su diversidad y complejidad, comparten un núcleo formado por diferentes perspectivas teóricas psicológico-sociales y compromisos ético-políticos. La propuesta de las y los autores, no trata de mostrar una definición conceptual única e indiscutible de lo que es la intervención psicosocial, sino que quien se interese en la lectura del libro, podrá construir a través de sus múltiples aplicaciones y las experiencias que se muestran en este libro, una visión amplia de lo que implican los procesos de intervención, así como de la importancia de seguir construyendo conocimiento a través de la praxis. Las y los autores aportan descripciones y análisis de experiencias de intervención que serán de utilidad para psicólog@s, psicólog@s sociales, sociólog@s, trabajador@s sociales y, en general, para quienes en cotidianidad generen procesos de intervención psicosocial en su práctica profesional La lectura del libro puede constituirse en un andamio cognoscitivo para repensar problemas de gran relevancia social como son el cambio social, el cambio de actitudes, el aprendizaje de nuevos esquemas de participación, el desarrollo de capacidades para enfrentar los problemas de salud en las comunidades, así como la formación de comunidades resilientes.
International Community Psychology
Author: Stephanie Reich
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 0387495002
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 461
Book Description
This is the first in-depth guide to global community psychology research and practice, history and development, theories and innovations, presented in one field-defining volume. This book will serve to promote international collaboration, enhance theory utilization and development, identify biases and barriers in the field, accrue critical mass for a discipline that is often marginalized, and to minimize the pervasive US-centric view of the field.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 0387495002
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 461
Book Description
This is the first in-depth guide to global community psychology research and practice, history and development, theories and innovations, presented in one field-defining volume. This book will serve to promote international collaboration, enhance theory utilization and development, identify biases and barriers in the field, accrue critical mass for a discipline that is often marginalized, and to minimize the pervasive US-centric view of the field.
The Oxford Handbook of the History of Psychology: Global Perspectives
Author: David B. Baker
Publisher: OUP USA
ISBN: 0195366557
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 662
Book Description
The science and practice of psychology has evolved around the world on different trajectories and timelines, yet with a convergence on the recognition of the need for a human science that can confront the challenges facing the world today. Few would argue that the standard narrative of the history of psychology has emphasized European and American traditions over others, but in today's global culture, there is a greater need in psychology for international understanding. This volume describes the historical development of psychology in countries throughout the world. Contributors provide narratives that examine the political and socioeconomic forces that have shaped their nations' psychologies. Each unique story adds another element to our understanding of the history of psychology. The chapters in this volume remind us that there are unique contexts and circumstances that influence the ways in which the science and practice of psychology are assimilated into our daily lives. Making these contexts and circumstances explicit through historical research and writing provides some promise of greater international insight, as well as a better understanding of the human condition.
Publisher: OUP USA
ISBN: 0195366557
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 662
Book Description
The science and practice of psychology has evolved around the world on different trajectories and timelines, yet with a convergence on the recognition of the need for a human science that can confront the challenges facing the world today. Few would argue that the standard narrative of the history of psychology has emphasized European and American traditions over others, but in today's global culture, there is a greater need in psychology for international understanding. This volume describes the historical development of psychology in countries throughout the world. Contributors provide narratives that examine the political and socioeconomic forces that have shaped their nations' psychologies. Each unique story adds another element to our understanding of the history of psychology. The chapters in this volume remind us that there are unique contexts and circumstances that influence the ways in which the science and practice of psychology are assimilated into our daily lives. Making these contexts and circumstances explicit through historical research and writing provides some promise of greater international insight, as well as a better understanding of the human condition.
The Pocket Guide to Health Promotion
Author: Glenn Laverack
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education (UK)
ISBN: 0335264735
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 170
Book Description
The 'Pocket Guide to Health Promotion' is a short, punchy and practical guide aimed at students and practitioners. The book includes precise definitions and examples of key concepts and methods in health promotion practice and a chapter by chapter description of the management planning, strategy selection, implementation and evaluation of health promotion programmes. Written in an accessible and concise style, the book offers the reader a practical and flexible resource that is ideal for students and practitioners looking to plan and implement health promotion activities. A must buy for those new to health promotion or who want a pocket guide to this core health activity. "Clearly written and practical, this excellent guide will prove indispensible to practitioners of health promotion globally, and a very useful starting point for students. It will be worth buying a pocket to put it in!" David Ross, Professor of Epidemiology and International Public Health, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, UK "The Pocket Guide to Health Promotion is easy to navigate with complex concepts in health promotion explained in a user-friendly way. Whether you are practicing health promotion or studying the discipline, this will be a welcome addition to any book shelf." Dr James Woodall, Co-Director of the Centre for Health Promotion Research & Course Leader MSc Public Health, Leeds Metropolitan University, UK
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education (UK)
ISBN: 0335264735
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 170
Book Description
The 'Pocket Guide to Health Promotion' is a short, punchy and practical guide aimed at students and practitioners. The book includes precise definitions and examples of key concepts and methods in health promotion practice and a chapter by chapter description of the management planning, strategy selection, implementation and evaluation of health promotion programmes. Written in an accessible and concise style, the book offers the reader a practical and flexible resource that is ideal for students and practitioners looking to plan and implement health promotion activities. A must buy for those new to health promotion or who want a pocket guide to this core health activity. "Clearly written and practical, this excellent guide will prove indispensible to practitioners of health promotion globally, and a very useful starting point for students. It will be worth buying a pocket to put it in!" David Ross, Professor of Epidemiology and International Public Health, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, UK "The Pocket Guide to Health Promotion is easy to navigate with complex concepts in health promotion explained in a user-friendly way. Whether you are practicing health promotion or studying the discipline, this will be a welcome addition to any book shelf." Dr James Woodall, Co-Director of the Centre for Health Promotion Research & Course Leader MSc Public Health, Leeds Metropolitan University, UK
Child Friendly Schools Manual
Author:
Publisher: UNICEF
ISBN: 9280643762
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
This Child-Friendly Schools (CFS) Manual was developed during three-and-a-half years of continuous work, involving the United Nations Children's Fund education staff and specialists from partner agencies working on quality education. It benefits from fieldwork in 155 countries and territories, evaluations carried out by the Regional Offices and desk reviews conducted by headquarters in New York. The manual is a part of a total resource package that includes an e-learning package for capacity-building in the use of CFS models and a collection of field case studies to illustrate the state of the art in child-friendly schools in a variety of settings.
Publisher: UNICEF
ISBN: 9280643762
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
This Child-Friendly Schools (CFS) Manual was developed during three-and-a-half years of continuous work, involving the United Nations Children's Fund education staff and specialists from partner agencies working on quality education. It benefits from fieldwork in 155 countries and territories, evaluations carried out by the Regional Offices and desk reviews conducted by headquarters in New York. The manual is a part of a total resource package that includes an e-learning package for capacity-building in the use of CFS models and a collection of field case studies to illustrate the state of the art in child-friendly schools in a variety of settings.
Senior Tourism
Author: Simone Francescato
Publisher: transcript Verlag
ISBN: 3839437032
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 213
Book Description
This volume aims to bridge the disciplinary gap between tourism studies and aging studies. It investigates the intersections of tourism and aging from a variety of perspectives that focus on the many ways in which senior tourism is socially constructed and/or individually experienced. The essays tackle key topics ranging from the socio-economic aspects of post-retirement travel to the representations of the traveling elderly in literature, film and media, and the influence of travel on late-life creativity.
Publisher: transcript Verlag
ISBN: 3839437032
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 213
Book Description
This volume aims to bridge the disciplinary gap between tourism studies and aging studies. It investigates the intersections of tourism and aging from a variety of perspectives that focus on the many ways in which senior tourism is socially constructed and/or individually experienced. The essays tackle key topics ranging from the socio-economic aspects of post-retirement travel to the representations of the traveling elderly in literature, film and media, and the influence of travel on late-life creativity.
Employment in Metropolitan Areas
Author: United States. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Labor supply
Languages : en
Pages : 126
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Labor supply
Languages : en
Pages : 126
Book Description
Applied Biomechatronics Using Mathematical Models
Author: Jorge Garza Ulloa
Publisher: Academic Press
ISBN: 0128125950
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 664
Book Description
Applied Biomechatronics Using Mathematical Models provides an appropriate methodology to detect and measure diseases and injuries relating to human kinematics and kinetics. It features mathematical models that, when applied to engineering principles and techniques in the medical field, can be used in assistive devices that work with bodily signals. The use of data in the kinematics and kinetics analysis of the human body, including musculoskeletal kinetics and joints and their relationship to the central nervous system (CNS) is covered, helping users understand how the complex network of symbiotic systems in the skeletal and muscular system work together to allow movement controlled by the CNS. With the use of appropriate electronic sensors at specific areas connected to bio-instruments, we can obtain enough information to create a mathematical model for assistive devices by analyzing the kinematics and kinetics of the human body. The mathematical models developed in this book can provide more effective devices for use in aiding and improving the function of the body in relation to a variety of injuries and diseases. - Focuses on the mathematical modeling of human kinematics and kinetics - Teaches users how to obtain faster results with these mathematical models - Includes a companion website with additional content that presents MATLAB examples
Publisher: Academic Press
ISBN: 0128125950
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 664
Book Description
Applied Biomechatronics Using Mathematical Models provides an appropriate methodology to detect and measure diseases and injuries relating to human kinematics and kinetics. It features mathematical models that, when applied to engineering principles and techniques in the medical field, can be used in assistive devices that work with bodily signals. The use of data in the kinematics and kinetics analysis of the human body, including musculoskeletal kinetics and joints and their relationship to the central nervous system (CNS) is covered, helping users understand how the complex network of symbiotic systems in the skeletal and muscular system work together to allow movement controlled by the CNS. With the use of appropriate electronic sensors at specific areas connected to bio-instruments, we can obtain enough information to create a mathematical model for assistive devices by analyzing the kinematics and kinetics of the human body. The mathematical models developed in this book can provide more effective devices for use in aiding and improving the function of the body in relation to a variety of injuries and diseases. - Focuses on the mathematical modeling of human kinematics and kinetics - Teaches users how to obtain faster results with these mathematical models - Includes a companion website with additional content that presents MATLAB examples
Engaging People in Sustainability
Author: Daniella Tilbury
Publisher: IUCN
ISBN: 9782831708232
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
The book is based on the exchange of professional experiences which featured in an IUCN CEC workshop in August 2002. Practitioners from around the world shared their models of good practice and explored the challenges involved in engaging people in sustainability. The difficulties facing practitioners vary between country and context but some challenges are universal: A lack of clarity in communicating what is meant by sustainable development; An ambition to educate everyone to bring about a global citizenship; Social, organisational or institutional factors constrain change to sustainable development, yet there is an emphasis on formal education, and community educators do not receive the same support; A lack of balance in addressing the integration of environmental, social and economic dimensions leading to an interpretation that ESD is mainly about environment and conservation issues; New learning (rather than teaching) approaches are called for to promote more debate in society. Yet, few are trained or experienced in these new approaches. Practitioners need support to explore new ways of promoting learning. [Foreword, ed].
Publisher: IUCN
ISBN: 9782831708232
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
The book is based on the exchange of professional experiences which featured in an IUCN CEC workshop in August 2002. Practitioners from around the world shared their models of good practice and explored the challenges involved in engaging people in sustainability. The difficulties facing practitioners vary between country and context but some challenges are universal: A lack of clarity in communicating what is meant by sustainable development; An ambition to educate everyone to bring about a global citizenship; Social, organisational or institutional factors constrain change to sustainable development, yet there is an emphasis on formal education, and community educators do not receive the same support; A lack of balance in addressing the integration of environmental, social and economic dimensions leading to an interpretation that ESD is mainly about environment and conservation issues; New learning (rather than teaching) approaches are called for to promote more debate in society. Yet, few are trained or experienced in these new approaches. Practitioners need support to explore new ways of promoting learning. [Foreword, ed].
The Two Sexes
Author: Eleanor E. Maccoby
Publisher: Harvard University Press
ISBN: 9780674914827
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
How does being male or female shape us? And what, aside from obvious anatomical differences, does being male or female mean? In this book, the distinguished psychologist Eleanor Maccoby explores how individuals express their sexual identity at successive periods of their lives. A book about sex in the broadest sense, The Two Sexes seeks to tell us how our development from infancy through adolescence and into adulthood is affected by gender. Chief among Maccoby's contentions is that gender differences appear primarily in group, or social, contexts. In childhood, boys and girls tend to gravitate toward others of their own sex. The Two Sexes examines why this segregation occurs and how boys' groups and girls' groups develop distinct cultures with different agendas. Deploying evidence from her own research and studies by many other scholars, Maccoby identifies a complex combination of biological, cognitive, and social factors that contribute to gender segregation and group differentiation. A major finding of The Two Sexes is that these childhood experiences in same-sex groups profoundly influence how members of the two sexes relate to one another in adulthood--as lovers, coworkers, and parents. Maccoby shows how, in constructing these adult relationships, men and women utilize old elements from their childhood experiences as well as new ones arising from different adult agendas. Finally, she considers social changes in gender roles in light of her discoveries about the constraints and opportunities implicit in the same-sex and cross-sex relationships of childhood.
Publisher: Harvard University Press
ISBN: 9780674914827
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
How does being male or female shape us? And what, aside from obvious anatomical differences, does being male or female mean? In this book, the distinguished psychologist Eleanor Maccoby explores how individuals express their sexual identity at successive periods of their lives. A book about sex in the broadest sense, The Two Sexes seeks to tell us how our development from infancy through adolescence and into adulthood is affected by gender. Chief among Maccoby's contentions is that gender differences appear primarily in group, or social, contexts. In childhood, boys and girls tend to gravitate toward others of their own sex. The Two Sexes examines why this segregation occurs and how boys' groups and girls' groups develop distinct cultures with different agendas. Deploying evidence from her own research and studies by many other scholars, Maccoby identifies a complex combination of biological, cognitive, and social factors that contribute to gender segregation and group differentiation. A major finding of The Two Sexes is that these childhood experiences in same-sex groups profoundly influence how members of the two sexes relate to one another in adulthood--as lovers, coworkers, and parents. Maccoby shows how, in constructing these adult relationships, men and women utilize old elements from their childhood experiences as well as new ones arising from different adult agendas. Finally, she considers social changes in gender roles in light of her discoveries about the constraints and opportunities implicit in the same-sex and cross-sex relationships of childhood.