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Visit sagepub.com to explore our complete catalog and for table of contents information. 49 TEXTBOOKS the hAndbook of humAnIStIc PSychology: Theory, Research, and Practice Second edition Kirk J. Schneider, Existential-Humanistic Institute, Adjunct Faculty, Saybrook University and the California Institute of Integral Studies• J. Fraser Pierson, Southern Oregon University • James F. T. Bugental, Stanford University School of Medicine The Second Edition of the cutting edge work, The handbook of humanistic psychology, by Kirk J. Schneider, J. Fraser Pierson and James F. T. Bugental, represents the very latest scholarship in the fi eld of humanistic psychology and psychotherapy. Set against trends inclined toward psychological standardization and medicalization, the handbook offers a rich tapestry of refl ection by the leading person-centered scholars of our time. Their range in topics is far- reaching—from the historical, theoretical and methodological, to the spiritual, psychotherapeutic and multicultural. NEw TO ThiS EDiTiON • Offers the latest scholarship in the fi elds of humanistic psychology and psychotherapy with contributions from 23 additional authors • Thirteen new chapters and sections are included in the Second Edition • Covers new developments in neurophenomenology, humanistic- integrative therapies, humanistic multiculturalism, humanistic perspectives on development, personality, organizational psychol- ogy, social activism, peace and ecological psychologies, existential and transpersonal psychologies, gender, and humanistic eldercare PAPerbAck ISbn: 978-1-4522-6774-6 • februAry 2014 • 840 PAgeS research methods reSearch methodS for the Behavioral ScienceS Gregory J. Privitera, St. Bonaventure University This new text takes a problem-focused approach to introducing research methods in a way that fully integrates the decision tree—from choosing a research design to selecting an appropriate statistic for analysis. With a conversational, student-friendly writing style, author Gregory J. Privitera shows how methods and statistics work together and enable the testing of hypotheses through use of the scientifi c method. The text's outstanding pedagogy includes step-by-step instructions for SPSS, empowering students to approach their study and application of research methods with confi dence. KEy fEATurES • A problem-focused organization mirrors the process of conducting research that students are likely to experience in their own projects. • The three main categories of research design are introduced in a logical progression from those with least to most internal validity. • Ethics in Focus sections in each chapter integrate discussion of ethical considerations as they pertain to research and complement the text's full chapter (3) on Ethics. • SPSS in Focus sections provide step- by-step instructions for completing and interpreting research analysis with the use of SPSS software. • Making Sense sections help clarify the most diffi cult material in each chapter while Learning Checks offer frequent opportunities for review. CONTENTS 1. Introduction to Scientifi c Thinking / 2. Generating Testable Ideas / 3. Research Ethics / 4. Identifying Scientifi c Variables / 5. Sampling from Populations / 6. Choosing a Research Design / 7. Naturalistic, Qualitative, and Existing Data Research Designs / 8. Survey and Correlational Research Designs / 9. Quasi-Experimental and Single Case Experimental Designs / 10. Between-Subjects Experimental Designs / 11. Within-Subjects Experimental Designs / 12. Factorial Experimental Designs / 13. Analysis and Interpretation: Exposition of Data / 14. Analysis and Interpretation: Making Decisions About Data / 15. Communicating Research: Preparing Manuscripts, Posters, and Talks hArdcover ISbn: 978-1-4129-7511-7 • ©2014 • 624 PAgeS • • AlSO Of iNTErEST… Student Study guIde WIth Ibm SPSS® Workbook for reSeArch methodS for the Behavioral ScienceS Gregory J. Privitera, St. Bonaventure University This Study Guide includes a review of chapter learning objectives, chapter outlines and key terms, essential statistical formulas, special tips and insights for students, and chapter summaries. To practice skills, the guide offers word searches and crossword puzzles for each chapter, extensive practice quizzes linked to chapter learning objectives and SPSS in Focus exercises which complement those in the book. In addition, a special reference guide on Grammar, Punctuation, and Spelling offers students the tools they need to hone and improve their writing skills. PAPerbAck: $32.00 • ISbn: 978-1-4522-9051-5 • ©2014 • 368 PAgeS • Bundle Research Methods for the Behavioral Sciences with its accompanying Study Guide! Bundle ISBN: 978-1-4833-4442-3 NEW!