Great Myths of Adolescence (Great Myths of Psychology)

A research-based guide to debunking commonly misunderstood myths about adolescence Great Myths of Adolescence contains the evidence-based science that debunks the myths and commonly held misconceptions concerning adolescence. The book explores myths related to sex, drugs and self-control, as well as many others. The authors define each myth, identify each myth’s prevalence and present the latest and most significant research debunking the myth. The text is grounded in the authors’ own research on the prevalence of belief in each myth, from the perspective of college students. Additionally, various pop culture icons that have helped propagate the myths are discussed.  Written by noted experts, the book explores a wealth of topics including: The teen brain is fully developed by 18; Greek life has a negative effect on college students academically; significant mood disruptions in adolescence are inevitable; the millennial generation is lazy; and much more. This important resource:  Shatters commonly held and topical myths relating to gender, education, technology, sex, crime and more Based in empirical and up-to-date research including the authors' own Links each myth to icons of pop culture who/which have helped propagate them Discusses why myths are harmful and best practices related to the various topics A volume in the popular Great Myths of Psychology series  Written for undergraduate students studying psychology modules in Adolescence and developmental psychology, students studying childhood studies and education studies, Great Myths of Adolescence offers an important guide that debunks misconceptions about adolescence behavior. This book also pairs well with another book by two of the authors, Great Myths of Child Development.

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Hupp, Stephen

Jewell, Jeremy D.

Axelrod, Michael I.

Prinstein, Mitchell J.

Psychology & Counseling

Wiley/Blackwell

A research-based guide to debunking commonly misunderstood myths about adolescence Great Myths of Adolescence contains the evidence-based science that debunks the myths and commonly held misconceptions concerning adolescence. The book explores myths related to sex, drugs and self-control, as well as many others. The authors define each myth, identify each myth’s prevalence and present the latest and most significant research debunking the myth. The text is grounded in the authors’ own research on the prevalence of belief in each myth, from the perspective of college students. Additionally, various pop culture icons that have helped propagate the myths are discussed. Written by noted experts, the book explores a wealth of topics including: The teen brain is fully developed by 18; Greek life has a negative effect on college students academically; significant mood disruptions in adolescence are inevitable; the millennial generation is lazy; and much more. This important resource: <ul>
<li>Shatters commonly held and topical myths relating to gender, education, technology, sex, crime and more</li> <li>Based in empirical and up-to-date research including the authors' own</li> <li>Links each myth to icons of pop culture who/which have helped propagate them</li> <li>Discusses why myths are harmful and best practices related to the various topics</li> <li>A volume in the popular Great Myths of Psychology series</li> </ul>
Written for undergraduate students studying psychology modules in Adolescence and developmental psychology, students studying childhood studies and education studies, Great Myths of Adolescence offers an important guide that debunks misconceptions about adolescence behavior. This book also pairs well with another book by two of the authors, Great Myths of Child Development.

Internships in Psychology: The APAGS Workbook for Writing Successful Applications and Finding the Right Fit, Second Edition provides you with all the resources you will need to successfully navigate the internship application process. Designed specifically for doctoral-level psychology students, this volume will act as your personal mentor with step-by-step instructions to help you land an internship placement that is the best fit for you. Thoroughly updated, this edition contains a variety of new information: a new chapter on finding unfilled internship positions through the APPIC internship clearinghouse; a discussion of the supply and demand situation; new data on matching trends; new information on filling out the AAPI application and on APA accredited programs. Helpful checklists, sample real-life application essays, and realistic advice for writing cover letters, thank you notes and CVs are included, as well as * suggestions for getting organized * recommendations on how to construct your rank-ordered list of programs * tips for writing your autobiographical statement * a variety of example essays * questions you might be asked during interviews * questions you might ask site faculty and interns * a variety of other FAQs

Internships in Psychology: The APAGS Workbook for Writing Successful Applications and Finding the Right Fit

Business & Money

Williams-Nickelson, Carol

Keilin, W. Gregory

Job Hunting & Careers

Amer Psychological Assn

This authoritative, hands-on book provides doctoral-level psychology students with all the resources necessary to successfully navigate the internship application process. Topics include: the most common reasons why people don't secure a position; how many sites to apply to; rank ordering your list of programs; preparing essays, cover letters, and the curriculum vitae; securing strong letters of recommendation; preparing for interviews; writing thank you notes; receiving Match results, and more. In addition to general guidance, the book provides numerous helpful checklists and samples, including several sample essays. Since the second edition of this book was published, significant changes have occurred in the psychology internship application process. This edition offers updated and enhanced information to address these modifications, as well as a new chapter written specifically for directors of clinical training, offering suggestions on how best to assist students during this process.

Mental Health

Written for students and early career psychologists, this book is a professional development handbook with practical guidelines and suggestions for mastering virtually every professional task encountered during the first decade of a career in psychology. Comprehensive in scope, but practical in use, it offers the best possible training from the most successful leaders in psychology, combining the wisdom and mentorship of noted psychology experts into a single source.

The Portable Mentor: Expert Guide To A Successful Career In Psychology

Springer, Paperback(2003)

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Great Myths of Adolescence (Great Myths of Psychology)

Great Myths of Adolescence (Great Myths of Psychology)

Internships in Psychology: The APAGS Workbook for Writing Successful Applications and Finding the Right Fit

Internships in Psychology: The APAGS Workbook for Writing Successful Applications and Finding the Right Fit

The Portable Mentor: Expert Guide To A Successful Career In Psychology