The Fear Factor

The Fear Factor
Author: Abigail Marsh
Publisher: Basic Books
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2017-10-10
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1541697200

In this "compelling scientific detective story," a leading neuroscientist looks for the nature of human kindness in the brains of heroes and psychopaths (Wall Street Journal). At fourteen, Amber could boast of killing her guinea pig, threatening to burn down her home, and seducing men in exchange for gifts. She used the tools she had available to get what she wanted, and, she didn't care about the damage she inflicted. A few miles away, Lenny Skutnik was so concerned about the life of a drowning woman that he jumped into the ice-cold river to save her. How could Amber care so little about others' lives, while Lenny cared so much? Abigail Marsh studied the brains of both psychopathic children and extreme altruists and found that the answer lies in our ability to recognize others' fear. And as The Fear Factor argues, by studying people who demonstrate heroic and evil behaviors, we can learn more about how human morality is coded in the brain. A path-breaking read, The Fear Factor is essential for anyone seeking to understand the heights and depths of human nature.

The College Fear Factor

The College Fear Factor
Author: Rebecca D. Cox
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Total Pages: 209
Release: 2010-02-15
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0674053664

They’re not the students strolling across the bucolic liberal arts campuses where their grandfathers played football. They are first-generation college students—children of immigrants and blue-collar workers—who know that their hopes for success hinge on a degree. But college is expensive, unfamiliar, and intimidating. Inexperienced students expect tough classes and demanding, remote faculty. They may not know what an assignment means, what a score indicates, or that a single grade is not a definitive measure of ability. And they certainly don’t feel entitled to be there. They do not presume success, and if they have a problem, they don’t expect to receive help or even a second chance. Rebecca D. Cox draws on five years of interviews and observations at community colleges. She shows how students and their instructors misunderstand and ultimately fail one another, despite good intentions. Most memorably, she describes how easily students can feel defeated—by their real-world responsibilities and by the demands of college—and come to conclude that they just don’t belong there after all. Eye-opening even for experienced faculty and administrators, The College Fear Factor reveals how the traditional college culture can actually pose obstacles to students’ success, and suggests strategies for effectively explaining academic expectations.

I Will Not Fear

I Will Not Fear
Author: Mark DeJesus
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 254
Release: 2008-06-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0615220428

I Will Not Fear is an invitation for us to break through fear and walk into a life filled with wholeness, strength, and confidence. Through testimony and Scriptural teaching, Mark DeJesus presents insight on how to remove the roadblocks of fear that keep us from our divine destiny. Through this book, you will be able to: Identify the facets of fear that affect your life and relationships, including: anxiety, stress, worry, panic, depression and other mental struggles. Discover how fear related issues can greatly affect your health as well as your peace. Step into a life of love, peace and joy that God wants you to have by developing a lifestyle that victoriously conquers fear. This is a How To manual, designed to help the multitudes affected by fear: from the one who simply struggles with stepping into fearful situations-to the one who is emotionally locked in and imprisoned by fears effects. Take a journey towards freedom and join the masses who are declaring, I Will Not Fear!

The Lord's Supper

The Lord's Supper
Author: Keith A. Mathison
Publisher: Reformation Trust Publishing
Total Pages: 99
Release: 2019
Genre: Lord's Supper
ISBN: 9781642891355

As Jesus was celebrating His final Passover meal, He made some bold statements. First, He took the bread and said, This is my body. Then He took the cup, saying, This is my blood. Next, He commanded the disciples to eat and drink in remembrance of Him. What did Jesus mean? Do the bread and wine literally become His body and blood? What happens when Christians take the Lord's Supper? In The Lord's Supper: Answers to Common Questions, Dr. Keith A. Mathison walks through these questions and several others to help us better understand this sacrament. Far from being an empty ritual, the Lord's Supper is a means of grace, a source of spiritual nourishment, and true communion with Christ and His church.

Moose on the Table

Moose on the Table
Author: Jim Clemmer
Publisher: Jim Clemmer
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2007-10
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0978222172

Failed communications are crippling workplaces across the globe - sapping energy from staff and weakening entire organizations. In this "edutaining" organizational fable, you'll get realistic scenarios and solutions, showing how individuals and organizations should address issues that cost organizations millions or even billions of dollars in wasted effort every year. "...most will recognize the real frustrations and challenges of a corporation, and a life, trying to pull itself back from disaster. I found myself thinking about my actions, or lack thereof, in similar situations from my past and wondering if I, too, could overcome my fear of moose on the table and lead change. Easy and fun to read, Moose on the Table might be just the tale for those about to embark on a quest for change in their own lives or organizations." Laurie Blake, Editor Workplace magazine "I just finished reading your book, Moose on the Table: A Novel Approach to Communications @ Work. I honestly couldn't put it down! I loved the book and the storyline. The characters are so true to life. I'm sure there are a lot of people out there who can seriously identify with one or more of these characters and situations. You hit the nail on the head (or should I say Moose head) and drove the message home. After reading the book, it has encouraged me to find my moose, work more effectively and have more courageous conversations with not only my own team but top management team members as well. No more going along to get along...that's not the kind of life I want to lead!" Belinda Pianezza, Product Manager HR.com

Overcoming Fear

Overcoming Fear
Author: Creflo Dollar
Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
Total Pages: 182
Release: 2022-11-03
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1640795626

Contrary to popular belief, there is nothing natural or acceptable about fear. In a world that is running rampant with fear, selfishness, and sin, it is easy for those not familiar with God's word to become deceived by the enemy. Remember, fear is the faith of the devil! Just as the kingdom of God requires faith to bring God's promises to pass in your life, the kingdom of darkness requires fear to bring the enemy's plans to pass in your life. Overcoming Fear provides a candid and revealing look into a spirit that is designed to destroy your life on every level. YOU WILL DISCOVER: The different ways fear can manifest in your life. Why you don't have to be subject to fear. How to evict every kind of fear from your life for good. Fear is a destructive force that Satan uses to keep you from experiencing God's best. When you deal with the spirit of fear according to the Word of God, you can live the life of peace God designed for you. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Creflo Dollar was born and raised in College Park, Georgia. Today, with his wife, he pastors over 30,000 members at WCCI-College Park, WCC-New York, and over 25 fellowship churches worldwide. Recognized for his cutting-edge revelation and humorous, pragmatic approach, Creflo empowers millions to experience God's grace, restoration, healing, and financial breakthrough by delivering simple, biblical principles to apply in their daily lives. Creflo is a world-renowned Bible teacher, best-selling author, and sought-after conference speaker with hundreds of books, CDs, and DVDs in worldwide distribution. He publishes CHANGE online magazine, and his award-winning television show, Changing Your World, is broadcast throughout the world and translated into six languages. Creflo and his wife, Taffi, have five children and live in Atlanta, Georgia.

Is it You, Me, Or Adult A.D.D.?

Is it You, Me, Or Adult A.D.D.?
Author: Gina Pera
Publisher: 1201 Alarm Press
Total Pages: 402
Release: 2008
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0981548709

Everyone involved with AD/HD will find the information in this book invaluable, especially people with AD/HD and couples therapists, who often mistake AD/HD for communication problems or personality differences. Meticulously researched and presented with empathy and humor, _Is It You, Me, or Adult A.D.D.?_ offers the latest information from top experts, who explain the science and proven protocols for reducing AD/HD's most challenging symptoms. Real-life details come from the partners themselves, who share their stories with touching candor yet plenty of humor.

Looking for Spinoza

Looking for Spinoza
Author: Antonio R. Damasio
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 372
Release: 2003
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780156028714

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The Fear Factor

The Fear Factor
Author: Barry S. Philipp
Publisher:
Total Pages: 344
Release: 1998
Genre: Anxiety
ISBN: 9780965805704

List of Ten

List of Ten
Author: Halli Gomez
Publisher: Union Square + ORM
Total Pages: 280
Release: 2021-05-11
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 1454940158

This harrowing yet hopeful novel shares “an authentic and compassionate look at the ups and downs of teenage life and living with Tourette syndrome” (Kirkus). For most people, the number ten is just another number. But for sixteen-year-old Troy Hayes, who suffers from Tourette Syndrome and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, it dictates his entire life. He must do everything by its exacting rhythm—even in the face of ridicule and bullying. Finally fed up with the humiliation, loneliness, and pain he endures, Troy writes a list of ten things to do by the tenth anniversary of his diagnosis—culminating in suicide on the actual day. But the process of working his way through the list changes Troy’s life: he becomes friends with Khory, a smart, beautiful classmate who has her own troubled history. Khory unwittingly helps Troy cross off items on his list, moving him ever closer to his grand finale, even as she shows him that life may have more possibilities than he imagined.