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Principles and Methods of Social Research (Paperback, 4th edition): William D. Crano, Marilynn B. Brewer, Andrew Lac Principles and Methods of Social Research (Paperback, 4th edition)
William D. Crano, Marilynn B. Brewer, Andrew Lac
R2,576 Discovery Miles 25 760 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Through a multi-methodology approach, Principles and Methods of Social Research, Fourth Edition covers the latest research techniques and designs and guides readers toward the design and conduct of social research from the ground up. Applauded for its comprehensive coverage, the breadth and depth of content of this new edition is unparalleled. Explained with updated applied examples useful to the social, behavioral, educational, and organizational sciences, the methods described are relevant to contemporary researchers. The underlying logic and mechanics of experimental, quasi-experimental, and non-experimental research strategies are discussed in detail. Introductory chapters cover topics such as validity and reliability furnish readers with a firm understanding of foundational concepts. The book has chapters dedicated to sampling, interviewing, questionnaire design, stimulus scaling, observational methods, content analysis, implicit measures, dyadic and group methods, and meta-analysis to cover these essential methodologies. Notable features include an emphasis on understanding the principles that govern the use of a method to facilitate the researcher’s choice of the best technique for a given situation; use of the laboratory experiment as a touchstone to describe and evaluate field experiments, correlational designs, quasi experiments, evaluation studies, and survey designs; and coverage of the ethics of social research including the power a researcher wields and tips on how to use it responsibly. The new edition features: Increased attention to the distinction between conceptual replication and exact replication and how each contributes to cumulative science. Updated research examples that clarify the operation of various research design operations. More learning tools including more explanation of the basic concepts, more research examples, and more tables and figures, such as additional illustrations to include internet content like social media. Extensive revisions and expansions of all chapters. A fuller discussion of the dangers of unethical treatment to research participants. Principles and Methods of Social Research, Fourth Edition is intended for graduate or advanced undergraduate courses in research methods in psychology, communication, sociology, education, public health, and marketing, and further appeals to researchers in various fields of social research, such as social psychology and communication.

Event History Analysis With Stata - 2nd Edition (Hardcover, 2nd edition): Hans-Peter Blossfeld, Thorsten Schneider, Gotz Rohwer Event History Analysis With Stata - 2nd Edition (Hardcover, 2nd edition)
Hans-Peter Blossfeld, Thorsten Schneider, Gotz Rohwer
R3,920 Discovery Miles 39 200 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Nowadays, event history analysis can draw on a well-established set of statistical tools for the description and causal analysis of event history data. The second edition of Event History Analysis with Stata provides an updated introduction to event history modeling, along with many instructive Stata examples. Using the latest Stata software, each of these practical examples develops a research question, refers to useful substantive background information, gives a short exposition of the underlying statistical concepts, describes the organization of the input data and the application of the statistical Stata procedures, and assists the reader in performing a substantive interpretation of the obtained results. Emphasising the strengths and limitations of event history model techniques in each field of application, this book demonstrates that event history models provide a useful approach with which to uncover causal relationships or to map out a system of causal relations. It demonstrates how long-term processes can be studied and how changing context information on the micro, meso, and macro levels can be integrated easily into a dynamic analysis of longitudinal data. Event History Analysis with Stata is an invaluable resource for both novice students and researchers who need an introductory textbook and experienced researchers (from sociology, economics, political science, pedagogy, psychology, or demography) who are looking for a practical handbook for their research.

R Data Analysis without Programming - Explanation and Interpretation (Paperback, 2nd edition): David W Gerbing R Data Analysis without Programming - Explanation and Interpretation (Paperback, 2nd edition)
David W Gerbing
R1,552 Discovery Miles 15 520 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Prepares readers to analyze data and interpret statistical results using the increasingly popular R more quickly than other texts through LessR extensions which remove the need to program. By introducing R through less R, readers learn how to organize data for analysis, read the data into R, and produce output without performing numerous functions and programming first. Readers can select the necessary procedure and change the relevant variables without programming. Quick Starts introduce readers to the concepts and commands reviewed in the chapters. Margin notes define, illustrate, and cross-reference the key concepts. When readers encounter a term previously discussed, the margin notes identify the page number to the initial introduction. Scenarios highlight the use of a specific analysis followed by the corresponding R/lessR input and an interpretation of the resulting output. Numerous examples of output from psychology, business, education, and other social sciences demonstrate how to interpret results and worked problems help readers test their understanding. www.lessRstats.com website features the lessR program, the book's 2 data sets referenced in standard text and SPSS formats so readers can practice using R/lessR by working through the text examples and worked problems, PDF slides for each chapter, solutions to the book's worked problems, links to R/lessR videos to help readers better understand the program, and more. New to this edition: o upgraded functionality and data visualizations of the lessR package, which is now aesthetically equal to the ggplot 2 R standard o new features to replace and extend previous content, such as aggregating data with pivot tables with a simple lessR function call.

Mindfulness-based Intervention Research - Characteristics, Approaches, and Developments (Hardcover): Christian U. Krageloh,... Mindfulness-based Intervention Research - Characteristics, Approaches, and Developments (Hardcover)
Christian U. Krageloh, Marcus A Henning, Xuan Joanna Feng, Fiona Moir, Rex Billington, …
R3,904 Discovery Miles 39 040 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book provides an outline and critical discussion of the characteristics of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) research. Since the first reports on the use of mindfulness practices in health interventions, a large body of research literature has emerged to document the effectiveness of MBIs for reducing psychological distress and to increase well-being. The integration of mindfulness into very diverse psychological theories makes it a unique concept in psychology that has generated a large amount of interest both in academic research but also the broader media. With this growing literature, mindfulness researchers have also recognised the need to be more critical of its developments, such as how MBIs are presented to the public or what types of research methods are used to test claims of an MBI's effectiveness. This book examines the large variety of approaches in which MBIs have been studied, including an outline of the philosophical underpinnings of MBI research, definition and measurement of mindfulness, the use of qualitative and quantitative research methods, research design, and research that addresses cultural and religious factors. The book contributes to increased awareness of the current direction of MBI research and thus seeks to contribute to further methodological refinement and sophistication of the research field. This book on the characteristics of research on MBIs is a must read for any researcher or practitioner interested in this fascinating topic.

Small Area Estimation and Microsimulation Modeling (Paperback): Azizur Rahman, Ann Harding Small Area Estimation and Microsimulation Modeling (Paperback)
Azizur Rahman, Ann Harding
R1,438 Discovery Miles 14 380 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Small Area Estimation and Microsimulation Modeling is the first practical handbook that comprehensively presents modern statistical SAE methods in the framework of ultramodern spatial microsimulation modeling while providing the novel approach of creating synthetic spatial microdata. Along with describing the necessary theories and their advantages and limitations, the authors illustrate the practical application of the techniques to a large number of substantive problems, including how to build up models, organize and link data, create synthetic microdata, conduct analyses, yield informative tables and graphs, and evaluate how the findings effectively support the decision making processes in government and non-government organizations. Features Covers both theoretical and applied aspects for real-world comparative research and regional statistics production Thoroughly explains how microsimulation modeling technology can be constructed using available datasets for reliable small area statistics Provides SAS codes that allow readers to utilize these latest technologies in their own work. This book is designed for advanced graduate students, academics, professionals and applied practitioners who are generally interested in small area estimation and/or microsimulation modeling and dealing with vital issues in social and behavioural sciences, applied economics and policy analysis, government and/or social statistics, health sciences, business, psychology, environmental and agriculture modeling, computational statistics and data simulation, spatial statistics, transport and urban planning, and geospatial modeling.

Regression Analysis - A Practical Introduction (Paperback, 2nd edition): Jeremy Arkes Regression Analysis - A Practical Introduction (Paperback, 2nd edition)
Jeremy Arkes
R1,266 Discovery Miles 12 660 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

* Starts from the basics, focusing less on proofs and the high-level math underlying regressions, and adopts an engaging tone to provide a text which is entirely accessible to students who don't have a stats background * New chapter on integrity and ethics in regression analysis * Each chapter offers boxed examples, stories, exercises and clear summaries, all of which are designed to support student learning * Optional appendix of statistical tools, providing a primer to readers who need it * Code in R and Stata, and data sets and exercises in Stata and CSV, to allow students to practice running their own regressions * Author-created videos on YouTube * PPT lecture slides and test bank for instructors

Quick Python 3 (Paperback): David Matuszek Quick Python 3 (Paperback)
David Matuszek
R693 Discovery Miles 6 930 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Are you a programmer who wants to get started quickly in a new language? This book is for you. Are you a novice who wants to learn to program? This book is not for you. Are you a Python programmer who needs encyclopaedic information? This book is not for you. Like any mainstream language, Python has loops, if statements, assignment statements, functions, etc. I'll show you what these look like in Python. I won't waste your time telling you what they're good for. Python has features you may not be familiar with--iterators, list comprehensions, maybe even dictionaries. I'll spend more time on these. I'll cover some of the library functions I found most immediately useful, and tell you where to find more. In short, this book will help you hit the ground running. Next week, you'll be ready to buy that Python encyclopaedia.

Handbook of Research Methods in Consumer Psychology (Hardcover): Paul M. Herr, Norbert Schwarz, Frank Kardes Handbook of Research Methods in Consumer Psychology (Hardcover)
Paul M. Herr, Norbert Schwarz, Frank Kardes
R6,253 Discovery Miles 62 530 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

What impact can various research methods have on consumer psychology? How can they help us understand the workings of the consumer mind? And how can the field of consumer psychology best utilize these methods? In the Handbook of Research Methods in Consumer Psychology, leading consumer psychologists summarize key aspects of the research process and explain how different methods enrich understanding of how consumers process information to form judgments and opinions and to make consumption-related decisions. Kardes, Herr, and Schwarz provide an in-depth analysis of the scientific research methods needed to understand consumption-related judgments and decisions. The book is split into five parts, demonstrating the breadth of the volume: classic approaches, contemporary approaches, online research methods, data analysis, and philosophy of science. A variety of leading researchers give insight into a wide range of topics, reflecting both long-standing debate and more recent developments in the field to encourage discussion and the advancement of consumer research. The Handbook of Research Methods in Consumer Psychology is essential reading for researchers, students, and professionals interested in consumer psychology and behavior.

Life-Span Research on the Prediction of Psychopathology (Hardcover): L. Erlenmeyer-Kimling, Nancy E. Miller Life-Span Research on the Prediction of Psychopathology (Hardcover)
L. Erlenmeyer-Kimling, Nancy E. Miller
R3,492 Discovery Miles 34 920 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Originally published in 1986, the impetus for this volume developed from a conference organized by Barbara Snell Dohrenwend and the editors on behalf of the Society for Life History Research in Psychopathology, the Society of the Study of Social Biology, and the Center for Studies of Mental Health of Aging at the National Institute of Mental Health. The theme of the conference was life span research on the prediction of psychopathology, and the goal was to bring together outstanding researchers who were engaged in longitudinal investigations at the time and whose work, collectively, covered the entire life-span, from infancy to old age. The papers that were presented at the conference were updated, so that the chapters that follow represented current, state-of-the-art considerations in some of the best ongoing studies concerned with the prediction of psychopathology at that time.

Experience Sampling in Mental Health Research (Hardcover): Jasper Palmier-Claus, Gillian Haddock, Filippo Varese Experience Sampling in Mental Health Research (Hardcover)
Jasper Palmier-Claus, Gillian Haddock, Filippo Varese
R4,347 Discovery Miles 43 470 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Experience Sampling in Mental Health Research provides comprehensive and user-friendly guidance on when and how to apply this methodology in the assessment of clinical populations. Divided into three sections, the book offers step-by-step instruction on how to design, develop and implement an ESM study, as well as advice on how this approach might be adapted for common mental health difficulties. With an eye to the future of this type of research, the contributors also consider how ESM might be adapted for use as a form of clinical assessment and intervention. Experience Sampling in Mental Health Research combines the knowledge and expertise of leading international experts in the field, and will be helpful for students, researchers and clinicians wishing to start or develop their understanding of this methodology.

Breaking the Silence (Paperback): Laura Prince Breaking the Silence (Paperback)
Laura Prince
R774 Discovery Miles 7 740 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Intended for psychologists, clergy, and therapists and school guidance counselors specializing in treating dysfunctional families, grief counseling for the family, unresolved grief issues, etc. This book is also especially appropriate for students of psychology and death and bereavement courses.

Technology Applications in School Psychology Consultation, Supervision, and Training (Hardcover): Aaron J. Fischer, Tai A.... Technology Applications in School Psychology Consultation, Supervision, and Training (Hardcover)
Aaron J. Fischer, Tai A. Collins, Evan H. Dart, Keith C. Radley
R3,914 Discovery Miles 39 140 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Technology Applications in School Psychology Consultation, Supervision, and Training explores the ways in which the field of school psychology is using technological innovations to support and improve graduate student training and supervision, as well as school consultation. Chapters based on current research and written by experts address the integration of telehealth tools and strategies such as telepresence robots, bug-in-the-ear devices, videoconferencing, virtual platforms, and more, including a section dedicated to navigating practical, ethical, and legal concerns. Throughout, the volume engages with relevant considerations relating to data management, professional standards, and regulatory guidelines. This is a comprehensive and up-to-date resource for all those looking to understand the place and potential of established and emerging technologies within school psychology training and practice.

Quantitative Research Methods in Consumer Psychology - Contemporary and Data Driven Approaches (Hardcover): Paul Hackett Quantitative Research Methods in Consumer Psychology - Contemporary and Data Driven Approaches (Hardcover)
Paul Hackett
R3,468 Discovery Miles 34 680 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Quantitative consumer research has long been the backbone of consumer psychology producing insights with peerless validity and reliability. This new book addresses a broad range of approaches to consumer psychology research along with developments in quantitative consumer research. Experts in their respective fields offer a perspective into this rapidly changing discipline of quantitative consumer research. The book focuses on new techniques as well as adaptations of traditional approaches and addresses ethics that relate to contemporary research approaches. The text is appropriate for use with university students at all academic levels. Each chapter provides both a theoretical grounding in its topic area and offers applied examples of the use of the approach in consumer settings. Exercises are provided at the end of each chapter to test student learning. Topics covered are quantitative research techniques, measurement theory and psychological scaling, mapping sentences for planning and managing research, using qualitative research to elucidate quantitative research findings, big data and its visualization, extracting insights from online data, modeling the consumer, social media and digital market analysis, connectionist modeling of consumer choice, market sensing and marketing research, preparing data for analysis;, and ethics. The book may be used on its own as a textbook and may also be used as a supplementary text in quantitative research courses.

International Reflections on Approaches to Mental Health Social Work (Paperback): Malcolm Golightley, Gloria Kirwan International Reflections on Approaches to Mental Health Social Work (Paperback)
Malcolm Golightley, Gloria Kirwan
R1,357 Discovery Miles 13 570 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Growing out of an interest in exploring the contemporary contexts and practices related to mental health social work across the world, this book provides a range of insights into the social factors which contribute, sometimes quite significantly, to the emergence of mental health problems for individuals and even whole communities. The range and scope of mental health social work is highlighted through the different accounts of therapeutic work, advocacy, support and rehabilitation. But this collection goes further and also provides the reader with critical analyses of social work practice and social policies in certain contexts, thus inviting the reader to a more reflective consideration of the value of mental health perspectives in social work in general. Taken as a whole, the collection suggests that social work engages with the field of mental health in diverse, creative, and very reflective ways, yet is always focused on the needs and rights of those for whom problems with mental health can be personally challenging and often disempowering. This book was originally published as a special issue of the Journal of Social Work Practice.

The Reliability of Generating Data (Hardcover): Klaus Krippendorff The Reliability of Generating Data (Hardcover)
Klaus Krippendorff
R2,995 Discovery Miles 29 950 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Features: Provides an overview of methods for assessing the reliability of generating data Expands a statistic proposed by the author, already widely used in the social sciences Includes many easy to follow numerical examples to illustrate the measures Written to be useful to beginning and advanced researchers from many disciplines, notably linguistics, sociology, psychometric and educational research, and medical science.

Survey Sampling (Hardcover): Arijit Chaudhuri Survey Sampling (Hardcover)
Arijit Chaudhuri
R4,207 Discovery Miles 42 070 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This venture aspires to be a mix of a textbook at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels and a monograph to catch the attention of researchers in theoretical and practical aspects of survey sampling at diverse levels demanding a comprehensive review of what useful materials have preceded, with an eye to what beacons to the depth of the imminent future.

The Field Study in Social Psychology - How to Conduct Research Outside of a Laboratory Setting? (Hardcover): Tomasz Grzyb,... The Field Study in Social Psychology - How to Conduct Research Outside of a Laboratory Setting? (Hardcover)
Tomasz Grzyb, Dariusz Dolinski
R3,922 Discovery Miles 39 220 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

* Aims to revive the field study method and demonstrate the importance of studying the behaviour of subjects in real-life, rather than laboratory conditions while complying with the current methodological and ethical standards * Examines the advantages and limitations of the field study method, whilst offering practical guidance on how it can be used in experiments now and in the future * Suitable for graduate and undergraduate students taking courses in methodology, and researchers looking to use field study methods in their research

Making Research Relevant - Applied Research Designs for the Mental Health Practitioner (Hardcover): Carrie A. Wachter Morris,... Making Research Relevant - Applied Research Designs for the Mental Health Practitioner (Hardcover)
Carrie A. Wachter Morris, Kelly L Wester
R4,360 Discovery Miles 43 600 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Making Research Relevant is the ideal core textbook for master's-level introduction to research methods courses in mental health. Accessible and user friendly, it is designed to help trainees and practitioners understand, connect, and apply research to clinical practice and day-to-day work with students and clients. The text covers foundational concepts like research ethics and how to best consume research, as well as 11 applied, evaluative, and outcome-based research methods. Easy-to-read chapters are infused with case examples from diverse settings and paired with brief video lectures, which provide vignettes to guide application and visual components that demonstrate how research methods can benefit mental health practitioners in real-world scenarios.

Adolescent Coping - Promoting Resilience and Well-Being (Hardcover, 3rd edition): Erica Frydenberg Adolescent Coping - Promoting Resilience and Well-Being (Hardcover, 3rd edition)
Erica Frydenberg
R3,782 Discovery Miles 37 820 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

How do young people cope with the multitude of difficult situations and scenarios that are associated with growing up, like anxiety and depression, as well as illness, rejection and family breakdown? How can we facilitate and encourage, through a combination of health, well-being and positive mindset, healthy development during adolescence and beyond? With a substantial focus on the positive aspects of coping, including an emphasis on developing resilience and the achievement of happiness, Erica Frydenberg presents the latest developments in the field of coping. Adolescent Coping highlights the ways in which coping can be measured and implemented in a wide range of circumstances and contexts, with suggestions for the development of coping skills and coping skills training, and it provides strong scholarly evidence for the concepts and constructs that it promotes as providing a pathway to resilience. The work is framed as an ongoing interaction between individuals and their environments as represented by the psychosocial ecological model of Bronfenbrenner. The major theories of coping are articulated that take account of the transactional model, resources theories and proactive models of coping. Areas of recent interest such as neuroscience and epigenetics are included, alongside a new chapter, 'Cyberworld', which provides insights on new and relevant topics such as mindfulness and the impact of social media as they relate to coping in the contemporary context. Adolescent Coping will be of interest to practitioners in psychology, social work, sociology, education and youth and community work as well as to students on courses in adolescent development in these fields.

A Journey into Open Science and Research Transparency in Psychology (Hardcover): Jon Grahe A Journey into Open Science and Research Transparency in Psychology (Hardcover)
Jon Grahe
R3,900 Discovery Miles 39 000 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

A Journey into Open Science and Research Transparency in Psychology introduces the open science movement from psychology through a narrative that integrates song lyrics, national parks, and concerns about diversity, social justice, and sustainability. Along the way, readers receive practical guidance on how to plan and share their research, matching the ideals of scientific transparency. This book considers all the fundamental topics related to the open science movement, including: (a) causes of and responses to the Replication Crisis, (b) crowdsourcing and meta-science research, (c) preregistration, (d) statistical approaches, (e) questionable research practices, (f) research and publication ethics, (g) connections to career topics, (h) finding open science resources, (i) how open science initiatives promote diverse, just, and sustainable outcomes, and (j) the path moving forward. Each topic is introduced using terminology and language aimed at intermediate-level college students who have completed research methods courses. But the book invites all readers to reconsider their research approach and join the Scientific Revolution 2.0. Each chapter describes the associated content and includes exercises intended to help readers plan, conduct, and share their research. This short book is intended as a supplemental text for research methods courses or just a fun and informative exploration of the fundamental topics associated with the Replication Crisis in psychology and the resulting movement to increase scientific transparency in methods.

Understanding Complex Trauma and Post-Traumatic Growth in Survivors of Sex Trafficking - Foregrounding Women's Voices for... Understanding Complex Trauma and Post-Traumatic Growth in Survivors of Sex Trafficking - Foregrounding Women's Voices for Effective Care and Prevention (Hardcover)
Heather Evans
R3,920 Discovery Miles 39 200 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Foregrounding the voices of women who have survived experiences of domestic sex trafficking in the US, this text implements qualitative research methodologies to illustrate how experiences of complex trauma have impact on women's identities, sexuality, relationships, and re-integration into communities. Building on theoretical understandings of complex trauma and posttraumatic growth, this volume centers insights from in-depth interviews and photovoice methodology to document survivors' experience of sex trafficking and recovery. Outlining the nature of support and services available, the text identifies recommendations for effective recovery and in doing so, emphasizes women's capacity for post-traumatic growth. Relationship development, therapeutic and peer-support are highlighted as primary sources of healing. Ultimately, the text affirms the need for trauma-informed, ecological, and relational perspectives in the care of survivors. This text will benefit researchers, academics, and educators with an interest in trauma studies, clinical social work, and those working in mental health research more broadly. The text will also support further discussion and reflection around mental health services and support systems, adult trauma counselling, and mental health policy.

Communication, Gaze and Autism - A Multimodal Interaction Perspective (Hardcover): Terhi Korkiakangas Communication, Gaze and Autism - A Multimodal Interaction Perspective (Hardcover)
Terhi Korkiakangas
R3,914 Discovery Miles 39 140 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

In this innovative book on autism and gaze from a multimodal interaction perspective, Terhi Korkiakangas examines the role of gaze in everyday situations, asking why eye contact matters, and considering the implications of this crucial question for autism. Since persons on the autism spectrum tend to use it differently and might not engage in eye contact in social situations, gaze is a crucial topic for understanding autism, yet we know surprisingly little about this topic in a real-world context, beyond psychological experiments and the research lab. Drawing on her research on authentic video-recorded social interactions, Korkiakangas shows how a multimodal interaction perspective can shed new light on gaze: what an instance of gaze does, and when, why, and for whom gaze 'matters', from both children on the autism spectrum and their social partners' perspective, including teachers and parents. Grounded in the interactional tradition of conversation analysis, the multimodal interaction perspective offers a major contribution to our understanding of autism by examining communication beyond talk and linguistic resources. Communication, Gaze and Autism considers both mutual gaze and gaze aversion during talk or silence, alongside facial expressions, gestures, and other body movements, to understand what gaze is used for, and to rethink 'eye contact'. The book includes a methodological introduction, practical tools for doing multimodal interaction research, and empirical findings. It also considers the voices of those people on the autism spectrum from the blogosphere, who suggest that eye contact has less significance for them and represents a communication difference, rather than a deficit. This book is designed for anyone with an academic, professional or personal interest in autism. It will particularly appeal to senior undergraduate and graduate students, researchers and practitioners in the fields of communication, social interaction and autism.

The Computer Simulation of Behaviour (Hardcover): Michael J. Apter The Computer Simulation of Behaviour (Hardcover)
Michael J. Apter
R2,885 Discovery Miles 28 850 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book, originally published in 1970, concerns the new technique of computer simulation in psychology at the time. Computer programs described include models of learning, problem-solving, pattern recognition, the use of language, and personality. More general topics are discussed including the evaluation of such models, the relation of the field to cybernetics, and the problem posed by consciousness. Today it can be read and enjoyed in its historical context.

Compositional Data Analysis in Practice (Hardcover): Michael Greenacre Compositional Data Analysis in Practice (Hardcover)
Michael Greenacre
R3,399 Discovery Miles 33 990 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Compositional Data Analysis in Practice is a user-oriented practical guide to the analysis of data with the property of a constant sum, for example percentages adding up to 100%. Compositional data can give misleading results if regular statistical methods are applied, and are best analysed by first transforming them to logarithms of ratios. This book explains how this transformation affects the analysis, results and interpretation of this very special type of data. All aspects of compositional data analysis are considered: visualization, modelling, dimension-reduction, clustering and variable selection, with many examples in the fields of food science, archaeology, sociology and biochemistry, and a final chapter containing a complete case study using fatty acid compositions in ecology. The applicability of these methods extends to other fields such as linguistics, geochemistry, marketing, economics and finance. R Software The following repository contains data files and R scripts from the book https://github.com/michaelgreenacre/CODAinPractice. The R package easyCODA, which accompanies this book, is available on CRAN -- note that you should have version 0.25 or higher. The latest version of the package will always be available on R-Forge and can be installed from R with this instruction: install.packages("easyCODA", repos="http://R-Forge.R-project.org").

Diversity-Sensitive Personality Assessment (Hardcover): Steven Smith, Radhika Krishnamurthy Diversity-Sensitive Personality Assessment (Hardcover)
Steven Smith, Radhika Krishnamurthy
R4,365 Discovery Miles 43 650 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Diversity-Sensitive Personality Assessment is a comprehensive guide for clinicians to consider how various aspects of client diversity-ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, nationality, religion, regionalism, socioeconomic status, and disability status-can impact assessment results, interpretation, and feedback. Chapters co-written by leading experts in the fields of diversity and personality assessment examine the influence of clinician, client, interpersonal, and professional factors within the assessment context. This richly informed and clinically useful volume encourages clinicians to delve into the complex ways in which individuals' personal characteristics, backgrounds, and viewpoints intersect. This book fills an important gap in the personality assessment literature and is an essential resource for clinicians looking to move beyond surface-level understandings of diversity in assessment.

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