Going far beyond a purely rational-structural way of looking at change in organizations, this book contributes well researched insights into often-overlooked organizational blind spots. The authors share their own experiences in clear and accessible language, exploring recovery from cumulative crises; nostalgia and postalgia; victimization of leaders; dealing with narcissistic leaders; and a writing process for reducing anxiety through self-reflection. Anyone who works in an organization—large or small—will gain new perspectives on the most difficult challenge of all: understanding human behavior in times of change.
The book presents a critical framework for assessing whether organisational practice and function reinforces unseen potential differences amongst individuals in the workplace. It offers a comprehensive understanding and awareness of managerial and organisational practices that perpetuate social exclusion and discrimination towards individuals in the workplace. The book draws together themes of non-declared medical or physical conditions, voluntary and involuntary disclosure of difference, dietary requirements, lifestyle, organisational engagement and cognitive bias. As a result, the book provides a unique blend of scholarly and professional research, and brings those who have been affected by social stigmas and discrimination in the workplace to the fore. Hidden Inequalities in the Workplace also offers practical and strategic insights for practitioners, students and policy-makers, and delves the strategic nature of policy intervention and thought-provoking dialogue
Military spouses: Transform your military life stress into strength! "... a must-read for military spouses ... to learn and understand the circumstances and harm of stress, the outcome and capabilities of the mind, and the tools, questions, and reflections to manage through it all." —Sabina W. Zarlenga, MS, LPCC, NCC, CCTP, Army spouse Do you feel like you are constantly adjusting your life over and over again? As if the underlying stress of your service member's dangerous missions or the lengthy separations during deployments aren't enough. Each new assignment brings another relocation, potential job search, school changes, and more. It's easy to feel overwhelmed and believe that a life of constant stress is the norm for military spouses. But cumulative stress hugely impacts your life! In Milspouse Strength, author Kendra Lowe, a veteran, military spouse, and trained psychologist, helps you understand the impact of both positive and negative stress, healthy ways to respond to stressful situations, and ultimately how to transform your stress into strength. The information, tools, and reflection questions will help you break down the individual stresses that weigh on your mind so you can feel in control of your life right now and develop the skills to change the way you see and respond to military life stress. "Truly outstanding! ... Kendra captures the true essence of being a military spouse: the challenges, the resilience, the stress, and the rewards. She then goes on to give tangible information to deal with the stress successfully." —Robyn Grable, US Navy veteran, military spouse, CEO of Veterans ASCEND Features: • Information about different types of stress • Tools for assessing stress levels and their impact • Stories and perspective from other military spouses • Reflection questions in each chapter Encouraging ~ Informative ~ All Service Branches
What is it like to live with hidden disabilities? You'll find out firsthand in Veronica Crawford's moving account of her life experiences with learning disabilities, bipolar disorder, ADHD, dyslexia, and sensory integrative disorder. Through Veronica's struggles in school, at work, and in her personal relationships, you'll gain insight into the emotional turmoil of living with hidden disabilities and be inspired by her resourcefulness as she learns to confront and accept them. You'll also get clinical commentary from a noted expert on these types of disabilities, Dr. Larry B. Silver, who concludes each chapter with information on what can be done to help individuals with hidden disabilities lead more positive, productive lives. Together, Veronica and Dr. Silver share with you what they've found really works in both living with and overcoming one's hidden disabilities.
This is a straightforward guide to understanding the hidden cultural challenges of adapting to life abroad. Combining intercultural theory with the lived experiences of sojourners, it reviews key concepts, introduces a cultural learning model, explains hidden barriers to intercultural sensitivity, and brings clarity to debates about globalization and cultural difference. This is an essential resource for sojourners and educators. It presents a clear model for understanding intercultural adaptation. It uses sojourners' experiences to illustrate intercultural learning.
"Things I Wish I Knew Sooner 2" is an enlightening sequel that delves deeper into the realms of personal growth, emotional wisdom, and life's nuanced lessons. In this compelling follow-up, Dennis explores a diverse range of topics, each chapter offering a unique blend of personal anecdotes, reflective insights, and practical advice. The book is a testament to the continuous journey of learning, providing readers with a guide to navigate the complexities of relationships, self-discovery, and personal fulfillment. The chapters range from understanding the subtleties of human interactions and the importance of emotional intelligence to mastering the balance between ambition and contentment. The book encourages readers to reflect on their motivations, embrace the power of small, consistent actions, and understand the value of being present. It's a thoughtful exploration of life's deeper meanings and the ways in which we connect with ourselves and others. Dennis Schjødt Hansen addresses the art of giving and receiving advice, emphasizing the importance of respecting boundaries and timing. The book underscores the significance of showing consideration for others, advocating for a lifestyle marked by empathy and respect. Additionally, it delves into the financial aspects of life, highlighting the pitfalls of unnecessary upgrades and the importance of practicality in financial growth. "Things I Wish I Knew Sooner 2" is not just a continuation of the first volume but an expansion of understanding, drawing from a richer tapestry of experiences. It's a conversation between the past and the present, a dialogue between experience and aspiration. The book is designed not to provide definitive answers but to offer perspectives that might illuminate the reader's path and make the journey a little less daunting. The author's engaging narrative style makes complex concepts accessible and relatable, ensuring that the wisdom contained within is not just theoretical but applicable to everyday life. The book is an invitation to a deeper understanding of oneself and the world, a call to question, ponder, and grow. It's a companion for life's journey, a collection of insights to light the way in darker paths, and a guide to self-discovery and growth.
This book is an up-to-date reference on some of the major global health issues and the role of nutrition in their prevention and management. The book covers undernutrition, degenerative diseases, mental health disorders and COVID-19 and reviews feeding and eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia, binge-eating, and delineates the risk factors and management. The book addresses the gaps in tackling these health problems and proposes comprehensive models and frameworks to manage them. Key Features: Explores practical solutions and management of looming health issues in terms of diet and nutrition Reviews health threats like obesity, diabetes, hypertension and COVID-19 Includes a section on feeding and eating disorders and sustainable models to manage them Covers mental-health issues like depression and dementia Discusses conditions like undernutrition, hidden hunger, and cardiovascular diseases The book is meant for health professionals, nutritionists, and policymakers. It is also useful for post-graduates in public health and nutrition.
Cognitive models and software tools have been widely used for both research and commercial purposes. Although they have proved very useful, there are some limitations preventing large-scale modeling and simulation tasks to be carried out efficiently and effectively. In this book, we aim to provide readers with a systematic overview of state-of-the-art cognitive modeling software tools and applications and an introduction to a new software framework for facilitating large-scale modeling and simulation of human-performance tasks. The authors first review cognitive modeling theories and then present an overview of state-of-the-art software tools for cognitive modeling and simulation. Finally, the book focuses on the new software framework and a research prototype called CogTool+, including how to incorporate behavioral data such as eye-tracking data in modeling and simulation tasks. Typical applications of CogTool+ in HCI and cyber security are given to demonstrate its usefulness.
Agrifood systems generate significant benefits to society, including the food that nourishes us and jobs and livelihoods for over a billion people. However, their negative impacts due to unsustainable business-as-usual activities and practices are contributing to climate change, natural resource degradation and the unaffordability of healthy diets. Addressing these negative impacts is challenging, because people, businesses, governments and other stakeholders lack a complete picture of how their activities affect economic, social and environmental sustainability when they make decisions on a day-to-day basis. The State of Food and Agriculture 2023 looks into the true cost of food for sustainable agrifood systems. The report introduces the concept of hidden environmental, health and social costs and benefits of agrifood systems and proposes an approach – true cost accounting (TCA) – to assess them. To operationalize the TCA approach, the report proposes a two-phase assessment process, first relying on national-level TCA assessments to raise awareness and then moving towards in-depth and targeted evaluations to prioritize solutions and guide transformative actions. It provides a first attempt at national-level assessments for 154 countries, suggesting that global hidden costs from agrifood systems amount to at least to 10 trillion 2020 PPP dollars. The estimates indicate that low-income countries bear the highest burden of the hidden costs of agrifood systems relative to national income. Despite the preliminary nature of these estimates, the analysis reveals the urgent need to factor hidden costs into decision-making for the transformation of agrifood systems. Innovations in research and data, alongside investments in data collection and capacity building, are needed to scale the application of TCA, especially in low- and middle-income countries, so that it can become a viable tool to inform decision- and policymaking in a transparent and consistent way.
