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Focusing on the nurse researcher&'s dual role as practitioner and researcher, as well as research ethics and the relationship between practitioner and academic agendas, The Reality of Nursing Research helps to:locate the practical dilemmas of nursing research in historical and policy contextprepare those about to embark on research for some of the...

Unravelling the 'Truth' and Understanding the SocialAutism is now considered to be one of the most common developmental disorders today, yet 100 years ago the term did not exist. This book examines the historical and social events that enabled autism to be identified as a distinct disorder in the early twentieth century. The author,...

Joan Gomez's book provides an account of a grossly neglected area: the psychological, social and sexual problems of men. The issues dealt with are highly topical and include aggression; violence and criminality; sexuality; and also problems such as alcohol and drug dependence. The book is based on an analysis of societal influences as well as...

The field of global health is expanding rapidly. An increasing number of trainees are studying and working with marginalized populations, often within low and middle-income countries. Such endeavours are beset by ethical dilemmas: mitigating power differentials, addressing cultural differences in how health and illness are viewed, and obtaining...

The Proceedings of the Seventh World Congress on Science and FootballScience and Football VII showcases the very latest scientific research into the variety of sports known as 'football'. These include soccer, the national codes (American football, Australian rules football and Gaelic football), and the rugby codes (union and league)....

Preparing for Comprehensive and Licensing ExaminationsThis book offers a clear, readable overview of all the knowledge and skills those training as marriage and family therapists and counselors need to pass final degree program, certification or licensing examinations.  It is organized into three sections: Basic Clinical Knowledge and Skills,...