Human Relations : A Game Plan for Improving Personal Adjustment

by Ford, Loren

• ISBN13: 9780132275637
• ISBN10: 0132275635
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-07-20
• Publisher: Pearson

Summary

Using group discussion, and reader activities, this interactive and user-friendly "workbook" teaches readers practical skills for dealing with everyday situations. It balances coverage of theoretical concepts and research with interesting personal stories, anecdotes, and case studies, and applies theoretical concepts throughout. The author's counseling background and sense of humor in dealing with serious subjects encourages readers to try new behaviors in a safe environment. Students are given opportunities for practicing new skills in improving human relations.The volume addresses all aspects of human relations including laying the foundation, self awareness, dealing with emotions, family influences, developing close relationships and human sexuality, as well as coping skills, life changes and positive living.For individuals interested in improving human relations.

Author Biography

Loren Ford earned his master’s degree in psychology from California State University, Long Beach, in 1974 and did doctoral work in a clinical program during the 80s. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Oregon and has a part-time private practice. Over the last 30 years, he has worked at several mental health facilities doing therapy with adolescents and families.

Since 1977, Loren has been on the faculty at Clackamas Community College in Oregon City. He teaches a number of classes on personal development, including human relations, college success, lifespan human development, and introduction to counseling.

Table of Contents

Preface	vii
About the Author	xiii
PART I LAYING THE FOUNDATION
Reaching Out	2	(34)
Basic Principles of Human Behavior	3	(5)
Diversity, Gender, and Multiculturalism	8	(6)
Verbal Communication	14	(2)
Nonverbal Communication	16	(3)
Gender and Communication	19	(2)
Self-Talk	21	(2)
Shyness	23	(2)
Overcoming Fear	25	(2)
Commitments	27	(1)
Setting Goals	28	(1)
Critical Thinking Skills	29	(1)
Action and Results	29	(2)
Personal Learning	31	(2)
Chapter Review	33	(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings	34	(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?	35	(1)
Self-Awareness	36	(23)
Self-Concept	37	(1)
Importance of Self-Concept	38	(2)
Improving Self-Esteem	40	(4)
Locus of Control	44	(1)
Self-Disclosure	45	(2)
The Johari Window	47	(1)
The Shadow Self	48	(3)
Masks	51	(1)
Getting Attention	52	(3)
Physical Contact	55	(2)
Chapter Review	57	(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings	58	(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?	58	(1)
Expanding Comfort Zones	59	(35)
Comfort Zones	60	(5)
Thinking Patterns	65	(2)
Attribution Theory	67	(1)
Assertiveness	67	(5)
Personality	72	(4)
Exploring Psychological Types	76	(7)
Developing Character	83	(3)
Accountability	86	(1)
Belief Systems	87	(2)
Chapter Review	89	(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings	90	(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?	91	(3)
PART II BUILDING TOGETHER
Family Influences	94	(33)
Family History	95	(1)
Family Structures	96	(2)
Race, Culture, and the Family	98	(1)
Family of Origin	99	(2)
Birth Order	101	(7)
Functional Families	108	(1)
Stepfamilies	109	(2)
Parenting	111	(4)
Dysfunctional Families	115	(9)
Chapter Review	124	(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings	125	(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?	126	(1)
Dealing with Emotions	127	(25)
Understanding Emotions	127	(3)
Emotional Building Blocks	130	(2)
Emotional Intelligence	132	(2)
Emotional Control	134	(4)
Thought Distortion	138	(1)
Defense Mechanisms	139	(1)
Anger	140	(5)
Guilt	145	(1)
Sadness	146	(2)
Excitement and Joy	148	(1)
Chapter Review	149	(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings	150	(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?	151	(1)
Developing Close Relationships	152	(26)
Theories of Attraction	153	(4)
Types of Love	157	(1)
Attachment Styles and Romantic Relationships	158	(1)
The Dance of Intimacy	159	(2)
Codependent Relationships	161	(3)
Marriage Myths	164	(2)
Why Marriages Succeed or Fail	166	(4)
Gay Marriage	170	(1)
Making Marriage Last	171	(3)
Friendships	174	(1)
Chapter Review	175	(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings	176	(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?	177	(1)
Human Sexuality	178	(32)
Perspectives on Sexuality	179	(2)
Social and Cultural Influences	181	(2)
Sex Education	183	(5)
Sexual Harassment	188	(1)
Date Rape	189	(1)
Sexual Abuse	190	(6)
Homosexuality	196	(5)
Sexually Transmissible Infections	201	(2)
AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)	203	(3)
Chapter Review	206	(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings	207	(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?	208	(2)
PART III MEETING THE WORLD
Coping Skills	210	(26)
Self-Defeating Behavior	210	(3)
Coping Strategies	213	(3)
Psychological Disorders	216	(2)
Components of Change	218	(5)
A Model for Change	223	(1)
Stress Management	224	(4)
Conflict Management	228	(3)
Guidelines for Getting Professional Help	231	(2)
Chapter Review	233	(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings	233	(2)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?	235	(1)
Life Changes	236	(28)
Life Span Development	236	(5)
Life Passages	241	(7)
Transitional Times	248	(2)
Health and Wellness	250	(2)
Pyramid Building	252	(2)
Lifestyle and Being Overweight	254	(2)
Death and Dying Issues	256	(5)
Chapter Review	261	(1)
Suggested Readings	262	(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?	263	(1)
Positive Living	264	(23)
Values and Meaning	265	(3)
Decision Making	268	(2)
Work and Leisure	270	(6)
Life Satisfaction	276	(3)
Forgiveness and Love	279	(2)
Closure	281	(3)
Chapter Review	284	(1)
Sources and Suggested Readings	285	(1)
Reaction and Response---What Do You Think?	286	(1)
Glossary	287	(2)
Bibliography	289	(6)
Index	295