Dictionary of images and symbols in counselling

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Marcel Danesi

"Being interdisciplinary in nature, semiotics, media studies, and communication studies draw from ideas and terminology derived from other disciplines. Hence, this dictionary also encompasses basic concepts from the fields of anthropology, archeology, psychology, psychoanalysis, linguistics, philosophy, artificial intelligence, computer science, and biology. Collected here are definitions and descriptions of terms, concepts, personages, schools of thought, and historical movements that appear frequently in the literature.". "The basis of each entry is a simple definition, which often includes the term's origin and important cross-references. Illustrations are provided where necessary, along with historical sketches of movements or schools of thought. The commentary on personages consists of brief statements about their contribution and relevance. Thus, the dictionary not only defines what a term means, but often delves into its history, applications, and broad implications.". "This is a compact, practical guide that will be valuable to students in semiotics, media, and communication studies. Because of its interdisciplinary approach, it will also provide a wide range of scholars with a handy reference to disciplines other than but related to their own."--BOOK JACKET.

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Danie Beaulieu

Les performances intellectuelles, les diplômes et le savoir-faire technique ne constituent plus aujourd'hui la clé infaillible du succès. L'ensemble d'aptitudes telles que la maîtrise de soi, la capacité d'entretenir des relations harmonieuses, l'adaptabilité, l'ardeur et la persévérance dans les difficultés rencontrées forme ce que l'on appelle l'"intelligence émotionnelle" et mérite qu'on y accorde une place d'importance dans notre vie personnelle et interpersonnelle compte tenu de son rôle déterminant. (4e de couv.).

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David McFarland

Why do fish swim in schools? Do cats and dogs see in colour? These and other fascinating questions in animal behaviour can be found in this readable reference work. It contains over 200 articles, each written by a specialist, on a wide range of topics - such as how animals select their partners, bring up their young, organize their societies, and generally respond to the environment. Original line drawings illustrate the text throughout.

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George E. Rush

This reference text brings together in one easy-to-use guide, more than 3600 definitions from the many disciplines that compose the field of criminal justice, including US and English common law, penology, psychology, law enforcement, political science and business administration.