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Self-Directed Behavior: Self-Modification for Personal Adjustment 010 Edition, Kindle Edition

by David L. Watson (Author), Roland G. Tharp (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 207 ratings
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Achieve your life goals with SELF-DIRECTED BEHAVIOR! Featuring numerous research-based strategies, this psychology book guides you through exercises for developing skills in self-analysis and teaches you how to apply these skills in different settings. Case examples demonstrate how others have successfully used the book's techniques, including one individual who used shaping to gradually increase her ability to study, and another who learned to be more sure of himself on dates by consciously modeling a friend's confident behavior. Available with InfoTrac Student Collections http://gocengage.com/infotrac.
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About the Author

Roland George Tharp is a distinguished researcher, psychologist, educator, writer, and filmmaker. Over the course of his career he has received repeated recognition for excellence and leadership in every arena of his work. Tharp is professor emeritus of education and psychology at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and professor emeritus of psychology at the University of Hawaii. He is the founding director of the national Center for Research on Education, Diversity & Excellence (CREDE) and the Kamehameha Elementary Education Program (KEEP). His research focuses on human development, psychotherapy, community psychology, education, culture, anthropology, and applied linguistics. Tharp is considered a distinguished researcher, practitioner, and author in the areas of education, educational reform, and the development of sociocultural theory. His work spans more than 40 years.

David L. Watson is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association and a Charter Fellow of the American Psychological Society. Watson is well known for his work in social anxiety, having developed the original scale to measure it. He has written textbooks in introductory psychology, social psychology, and learning skills. Watson is an enthusiastic world traveler, having visited over 100 countries. He speaks French and Greek, and is a certified master gardener, specializing in xerophytic plants. He divides his time now between Honolulu and Albuquerque.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00B7JJHK2
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cengage Learning; 010 edition (January 1, 2013)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 1, 2013
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 11915 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Not enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 432 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 207 ratings

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Jaime Viejo
5.0 out of 5 stars Get this and learn about BA, it will change your life.
Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2017
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This book is amazing, it is organized so you can understand the whole self modification process from the very beginning. It is a bit technical but you can do some research about certain topics to complement the chapters. It has a lot of information and examples, but still it is pretty "easy" to understand.

I would recommend you to pair this book with Aubrey Daniels 'Other People's Habits' which is much more approchable and easy to get, but not as detailed an technical.
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Lisa B
5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible and Life-Changing
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2014
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I purchased this as a required textbook, and it has become one of my most treasured books. The content is overwhelmingly practical and well-researched, with strong arguments against conventional wisdom nuggets like "white knuckling" your way through something. I enjoyed the book for the freedom it gives. First, the authors continually cited research about what makes the human mind change its habits and hangups, and what often causes it to fall two steps back. Second, they outline practical steps for how *you* should apply successful principles in your own life, in a patient voice that seems like one lightbulb revelation after another, all while talking to a wise friend. I'm looking forward to using it as a fundamental resource as I change myself for the better, one step at a time.
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huynh
5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2015
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I just finished the book for my college course. I love this book! it's the exact book I was looking for in my life.

I always had problems with dating and social interactions in general. I try to fix them in the past but i always fail and never really understand why. This book teaches you the principles behind your behavior and how you can make adjustment to your environment, thoughts, and reward system to reach your goals.

This book can literally change your life, but keep in mind it's not magic so you still have to put in the work to accomplish your goals.
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Jazmin
4.0 out of 5 stars Self-Behavior Book
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2018
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This book teaches each individual about self-behavior and to improve the good ones. It provides guides and step by step instructions to successful behavior.
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Selcuk Kumbasar
5.0 out of 5 stars Forget bestsellers, go for this book
Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2014
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We all know what are the good habits and bad habits. But we don't know how to start a good one. This book teaches you in a scientific way, with huge amount of scientific references how to solve this problem. Don't judge the book with its price. For me this book is invaluable.

Ok, this is a textbook for students, but the information and practical applications are for everyone in this planet.

Do you really want to change something in your life for better? Just click to buy, have the book, start studying and do what is written there...You will be surprised how you are good at having new good habits...
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Cristina J.
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect condition!
Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2022
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Worried to order a used book but came in mint condition.
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Shelby
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book!
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2020
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A must have for any psychology student wanting to know about behavior analysis/modification. Got an A in the class thanks to this book.
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mw
5.0 out of 5 stars Useful If You Use It
Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2016
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I had to purchase this book for one of my classes and it ended up being really interesting and helpful. It is a good read but it is really useful if you actually apply it! Highly recommend this book.
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Kathleen Gonzalez
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing condition
Reviewed in Canada on May 30, 2020
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Perfect condition, basically brand new.
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Linda D
5.0 out of 5 stars Sets out the basics when you're ready to look at your behaviour and change it.
Reviewed in Australia on April 19, 2021
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This is a good read for when you're ready to change a behaviour that you just don't like doing but can't figure out how to stop.
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