How does socializing and "hanging out" with friends play a key role in our lives? This book explores the world of socialization as it occurs in the United States as well as other cultures.
Socialization and enjoying downtime with friends is an activity we regularly participate in but often take for granted. "Hanging out" may be something most people don't ponder, but socializing across our lifetimes is a key part of the human experience, and it plays an important role in our lives at the individual level as well as in social interactions within larger numbers of people: groups of friends, communities, entire countries or cultures, and even global society. 
A new title in Greenwood's The Psychology of Everyday Life series, Hanging Out: The Psychology of Socializing applies theories and concepts from psychology and sociology to explain the functions, benefits, harms, and consequences of how we spend our free time. Readers will learn about the many forms of socializing, discover why socializing is so important, and understand the positive and negative effects of socializing.
The information―presented in a straightforward manner that is easily understandable to high school students and general readers―is drawn from classical theory as well as contemporary, cutting-edge empirical studies, affording readers a well-rounded understanding of socializing based on theoretical and empirical evidence. The book explores topics such as the physical and psychological benefits of socializing, the "dark side" of socializing, how the established "protocols" of socialization differ across cultures, and the differing viewpoints surrounding current controversies with respect to socializing.
 • Examines the ways people socialize at various stages of life, what we give and get as we socialize, and how people socialize across race and gender lines
• Explains the findings of classical and current research regarding socialization without using complex terminology
• Enables readers to gain a better understanding of the importance of socializing and how it influences our everyday lives
• Includes scenarios related to socializing that enable readers to contextualize scientific data and apply this information to real-world experiences

Hanging Out: The Psychology of Socializing (The Psychology of Everyday Life)

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Hill, Valerie

Allen, Tennille Nicole

Psychology & Counseling

Greenwood

This book provides readers with the information they need to better understand Alzheimer's disease. Written in easy-to-understand language, it is aimed at those who may have a parent, grandparent, or other loved one struggling with this condition. Alzheimer's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that causes problems with thinking, memory, and behavior. Such symptoms as memory loss usually develop slowly but get worse over time, eventually becoming severe enough to interfere with daily activities and bodily functions. What You Need to Know about Alzheimer's Disease is part of Greenwood's Inside Diseases and Disorders series. This series profiles a variety of physical and psychological conditions, distilling and consolidating vast collections of scientific knowledge into concise, readable volumes. A list of "Top 10" essential questions begins each book, providing quick-access answers to readers' most pressing concerns. The text follows a standardized, easily navigable structure, with each chapter exploring a particular facet of the topic. In addition to covering such basics as causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options, books in this series delve into issues that are less commonly addressed but still critically important, such as effects on loved ones and caregivers. Case illustrations highlight key themes discussed in the book and are accompanied by insightful analyses and recommendations. <ul> <li>Content approaches the subject in a holistic manner, covering often-overlooked areas, such as societal perceptions and impact on family and friends</li> <li>An Essential Questions section provides quick-access answers to the questions that readers are most likely to have</li> <li>Case Illustrations provide relatable, real-world examples of concepts discussed in the text</li> <li>An annotated Directory of Resources points readers toward useful books, organizations, and websites, acting as a gateway to further research</li> </ul>

What You Need to Know about Alzheimer's Disease (Inside Diseases and Disorders)

Domico, Matthew

Diseases & Physical Ailments

Highlights the land and people of Thailand, the languages, religions, and cultures of the country; and the wildlife and cuisine found there.

Thailand (Ask About Asia)

Children's Books

Biographies

Mason Crest

What was it like to live in Korea when Siberian tigers roamed the mountains and sea battles were fought in armored turtle boats? This title shows you how important people and events, wars and the environment make this country unique.

Korea (Ask About Asia)

Traces the history of the land, people, and culture of New Zealand, from their early beginnings to present day, and highlights the diversity and modernity enjoyed there today.

New Zealand (Ask About Oceania)

What is it like to live 'down under', to see stars invisible in the northern hemisphere, animals that hop, and birds that laugh? This title includes photographs, clear text, and special fact boxes that present Oceania.

Australia (Ask About Oceania)

Jump Start the Smart

Parenting & Relationships

Parenting

Clay Bridges Press

Especially for new parents to discover important practices you can do early and often that develop your baby's brain.\nThis time with your young child is the key to it all. Find out what you can do early and often to build your child's brain in the areas of language, reading, and writing.\nIt's not a program; it's a lifestyle of talking to your baby to foster each stage of development, opening the pathways of growth for education and advancement.\n﻿Take a look and see what you can do to help your child JUMP START THE SMART!

Metamodernism and Changing Literacy: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Politics & Social Sciences

Philosophy

Information Science Reference

Combining the latest information from modern and ancient Irish botanical studies, Flora Hibernica describes the very special landscape and plant combinations of this damp and diverse island. The book begins with an introductory overview, it then describes, chapter by chapter, the plants associated with the specific habitats of Ireland such as the seashore, woodlands, boglands, etc. Each chapter is profusely illustrated in colour. Regional variations within habitat zones are included, with particular attention to plants unique to each habitat. The particular combinations of light, water and nutrients used are also described. Current external influences such as agricultural practices, land use and discase also play a role and this is examined. One chapter, 'Weeds and Aliens', describes plants which are not part of a clearly defined system of vegetation such as woodland or bog. These plants are the result of human activities, growing in places as contrasting as motorway embankments, old cultivated fields and commercial forests. Examples are dandelion and rhododendron. Finally, conservation issues are considered.

Flora Hibernica: The Wild Flowers, Plants and Trees of Ireland

Science & Math

Pilcher, Jonathan

Biological Sciences

Collins Pr

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Hanging Out: The Psychology of Socializing (The Psychology of Everyday Life)

What You Need to Know about Alzheimer's Disease (Inside Diseases and Disorders)

Thailand (Ask About Asia)

Korea (Ask About Asia)

New Zealand (Ask About Oceania)

Australia (Ask About Oceania)

Jump Start the Smart

Jump Start the Smart

Metamodernism and Changing Literacy: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Flora Hibernica: The Wild Flowers, Plants and Trees of Ireland