Written in a friendly and engaging style, this second edition provides an accessible yet robust introduction to the key psychological theories and concepts which underpin nursing and healthcare, and clearly demonstrates how they can be applied in clinical practice.

This lively introduction is the ideal starting point for students wishing to undertake a comprehensive study of Tibetan religion.

Takes the reader on a journey through the key concepts of Lev Vygotsky, one of the twentieth century's most influential theorists in the field of early education. This book discusses concepts such as mediation and memory, culture and cultural tools, mental functions, language, concepts and thinking, activity theory, and play and meaning.

Enables students to explore religious ideas and culture in terms of the players (key figures), the script (foundational texts) and performance (religious practices). This book includes the principle (God, Dharma, Dao), imaginal figures (angels, baals, bodhisattvas), exceptional persons (founders, prophets, gurus), and historical persons.