Written for "twentysomethings" by a "twentysomething," this graduate's handbook is packed with tangible, practical, and realistic advice for anyone out in the real world for the first time. Original.

How the real world really works: graduating into the rest of your life

Goldstein, Michael

Reference

Berkley Trade

Bayesian methods combine information available from data with any prior information available from expert knowledge. The Bayes linear approach follows this path, offering a quantitative structure for expressing beliefs, and systematic methods for adjusting these beliefs, given observational data. The methodology differs from the full Bayesian methodology in that it establishes simpler approaches to belief specification and analysis based around expectation judgements. Bayes Linear Statistics presents an authoritative account of this approach, explaining the foundations, theory, methodology, and practicalities of this important field. 
The text provides a thorough coverage of Bayes linear analysis, from the development of the basic language to the collection of algebraic results needed for efficient implementation, with detailed practical examples. The book covers: <ul>
<li>The importance of partial prior specifications for complex problems where it is difficult to supply a meaningful full prior probability specification.</li> <li>Simple ways to use partial prior specifications to adjust beliefs, given observations.</li> <li>Interpretative and diagnostic tools to display the implications of collections of belief statements, and to make stringent comparisons between expected and actual observations.</li> <li>General approaches to statistical modelling based upon partial exchangeability judgements.</li> <li>Bayes linear graphical models to represent and display partial belief specifications, organize computations, and display the results of analyses.</li> </ul>
Bayes Linear Statistics is essential reading for all statisticians concerned with the theory and practice of Bayesian methods. There is an accompanying website hosting free software and guides to the calculations within the book.

Bayes Linear Statistics: Theory and Methods

Science & Math

Wooff, David

Mathematics

wiley

Until recently, scant consideration was given to the impact of learning and attention disorders throughout the lifespan. Fortunately, the rising tide of popular concern, coupled with recent federal regulations regarding disabled adults, has fueled new research into these areas. As a consequence, there is now little doubt that LD and ADHD often persist throughout a person's life and can pose serious personal, social, vocational, and emotional impediments. It is also clear that many of the concepts and strategies used in assessing and treating children with these problems do not apply to adults. Written by one of North America's leading authorities in the field of attention and learning disorders, this book provides researchers and practitioners with the first comprehensive review of the impact of attention and learning disorders on adults. Just as important, it arms them with practical guidelines for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of these disorders. In Part I, Dr. Goldstein explores the relationship between LD, ADHD, and various psychiatric disorders and traces their course and outcome in late adolescence. He compares and contrasts leading theories and conceptual models of LD and ADHD and reviews the research concerning the academic, vocational, personal, and psychiatric status of adults with histories of LD and ADHD. He then introduces a multidisciplinary model for evaluating the academic, psychological, neuropsychological, and emotional status of adults with histories of learning disabilities. In Part II, Dr. Goldstein and other well-known authors critically assess current treatment and support strategies. Among topics covered in-depth are medical and nonmedical interventions, the latest drug therapies, contemporary vocational programs for individuals with histories of attention and learning disorders, college programs and services available to attention and learning disabled adults, and the legal rights of attention and learning disabled adults. Managing Attention and Learning Disorders in Late Adolescence and Adulthood is a valuable resource for clinical psychologists, counselors, social workers, and all other mental health professionals. Praise for other works by Sam Goldstein . . .Understanding and Managing Children's Classroom Behavior: A Biopsychological Approach ". . . it will make a contribution to the fields of education and mental health and to our understanding of children with special needs." --Robert Brooks, PhD, Director Department of Psychology, McClean Hospital Managing Attention Disorders in Children: A Guide for Practitioners ". . . a well-written, extremely readable addition to the literature on ADHD." --Journal of Clinical Psychology Hyperactivity: Why Won't My Child Pay Attention?: A Complete Guide to ADD for Parents, Teachers, and Community Agencies "An excellent resource for parents who want to know about the basics of ADD . . . practical information presented in a straightforward manner." --Harvey Parker, PhD Executive Director and Cofounder, CHADD "I was impressed with the very optimistic tone of the book, which reframed ADHD as 'risk-taking' . . . As a clinician intimately involved in the day-to-day treatment of ADHD children and their families, I know how helpful it will be to so many people involved with ADHD children . . ." --Barbara Ingersoll, PhD Clinical Director, Montgomery Child and Family Health Services

Managing Attention and Learning Disorders in Late Adolescence and Adulthood: A Guide for Practitioners

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Goldstein, Sam

Latham, Patricia H.

Crawford, Rob

Richard, Mary McDonald

Mental Health

John Wiley&Sons

From the Reviews of the First Edition "A well written, extremely readable addition to the literature on ADHD." --Journal of Clinical Psychology "Goldstein and Goldstein's volume should be on every practitioner's bookcase as a solid and comprehensive guide." --Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology A proven approach to the diagnosis and management of one of the most challenging childhood disorders ADHD is the most commonly diagnosed behavioral disorder among children and adolescents. It is also one of the most difficult to manage. In this updated and expanded Second Edition of their critically acclaimed practitioner's guide, Drs. Sam Goldstein and Michael Goldstein describe a proven multidisciplinary approach to the diagnosis and treatment of childhood ADHD, developed at the prestigious Neurology, Learning and Behavior Center in Salt Lake City. A valuable working resource for practitioners who manage children with ADHD, Managing Attention Deficit Hyperactivity in Children, Second Edition features: * In-depth reviews of the latest research into the etiology and development of ADHD * Step-by-step guidelines on evaluating ADHD--medically, at home, and in school * A multidisciplinary approach to treating ADHD that combines medical, family, cognitive, behavioral, and school interventions * Critical discussions of controversial new treatments, including diets, dietary supplements, and EEG/biofeedback

Managing Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Children: A Guide for Practitioners

Presents practitioners with a comprehensive guide for understanding attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, a complex affliction characterized by inattention, overarousal, hyperactivity and impulsivity. Includes a comprehensive overview of the problems encountered by children as well as approaches to school intervention. Examines all aspects of evaluation and treatment and offers a model for assessment and a well-defined set of guidelines for multidisciplinary treatment services for children with attention disorder and their families. Also provides a guide for the prescription and management of medications.

Managing Attention Disorders in Children, Book and Tape: A Guide for Practitioners (Personality Processes Series)

Psychology & Counseling

Managing Attention Disorders in Children

John Wiley&Sons, Inc.

Deals with children who experience problems paying attention, controlling their emotions and physical actions and acting without forethought. Helps parents and professionals to accept the hyperactive child's behavior and find ways to help the child succeed. Refutes, debunks and challenges myths about hyperactivity. Provides an accurate understanding of the current state of science concerning the cause, developmental course, evaluation and outcome of this problem. Includes a critical review of medical and non-medical treatments and offers sound guidelines.

Hyperactivity: Why Won't My Child Pay Attention?

Deals with children who experience problems paying attention, controlling their emotions and physical actions and acting without forethought. Helps parents and professionals to accept the hyperactive child's behavior and find ways to help the child succeed. Refutes, debunks and challenges myths about hyperactivity. Provides an accurate understanding of the current state of science concerning the cause, developmental course, evaluation and outcome of this problem. Includes a critical review of medical and non-medical treatments and offers sound guidelines.

Hyperactivity: Why Won't My Child Pay Attention

Presents practitioners with a comprehensive guide for understanding attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, a complex affliction characterized by inattention, overarousal, hyperactivity and impulsivity. Includes a comprehensive overview of the problems encountered by children as well as approaches to school intervention. Examines all aspects of evaluation and treatment and offers a model for assessment and a well-defined set of guidelines for multidisciplinary treatment services for children with attention disorder and their families. Also provides a guide for the prescription and management of medications.

Managing Attention Disorders in Children: A Guide for Practitioners (Wiley Series on Personality Processes)

Wiley-Interscience

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How the real world really works: graduating into the rest of your life

Bayes Linear Statistics: Theory and Methods

Managing Attention and Learning Disorders in Late Adolescence and Adulthood: A Guide for Practitioners

Managing Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Children: A Guide for Practitioners

Managing Attention Disorders in Children, Book and Tape: A Guide for Practitioners (Personality Processes Series)

Managing Attention Disorders in Children

Hyperactivity: Why Won't My Child Pay Attention?

Hyperactivity: Why Won't My Child Pay Attention

Hyperactivity: Why Won't My Child Pay Attention?

Managing Attention Disorders in Children: A Guide for Practitioners (Wiley Series on Personality Processes)