In this tenth edition of his award-winning introduction, John Storey presents a clear and critical survey of competing theories of, and various approaches to, popular culture. Its breadth and theoretical unity, exemplified through popular culture, means that it can be flexibly and relevantly applied across a number of disciplines.

The Cult of the Victim Veteran explores the pool of American post-Vietnam War angst that rightists began plying in the 1980s. Ronald Reagan’s 1984 proclamation of a new "Morning in America" encoded the war as the moment of the nation’s fall from grace; it was the meme plagiarized by Donald Trump for his "Make America Great Again" slogan.

The fourth edition of Individual Counseling and Therapy: Skills and Techniques decodes the nuances of therapeutic language and helps students discover their clinical voice.

Is it possible to separate humanitarian action from politics? Drawing on the expertise of practitioners and researchers, and balancing theoretical insights with empirical grounding, field examples and policy recommendations, this book is an essential guide to the thorny interplay between what are too often considered as separate worlds.

Research Methods: A Practical Guide for the Social Sciences is an essential resource for the social researcher. It offers a comprehensive introduction for first time researchers right through to thorough and practical advice for those undertaking more advanced work. The book draws on real life experiences from a wide variety of disciplines to show how theory translates into practice, and offers a rigorous analysis of why researchers choose the methods they use.

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With contributions from experts across disciplines, this edited collection gives beginner researchers a sound understanding of the theory and practice of conducting social research.

In this fresh and friendly introduction to the key concepts, debates and theories of digital media, Simon Lindgren explores what it means to live in a digital society.

Social Work Practice with Individuals, Families, and Groups equips students with practical skills for working with multiple levels of client systems. Featuring diverse case studies and integrated practicum experiences, it supports students in mastering foundational competencies aligned with the 2022 EPAS, preparing them for effective, real-world social work practice.

Verbindingen kunnen op meerdere niveaus verstoord, verbroken of geveinsd zijn. Hoe zijn patiënten die seksueel grensoverschrijdend gedrag vertonen verbonden met zichzelf en met anderen? We staan hierbij stil in een verdiepende zoektocht naar de betekenis van verstoorde verbindingen op meerdere niveaus in de behandeling van deze patiënten. Patiënten die seksueel grensoverschrijdend gedrag vertonen leggen de ander vanuit een positie van macht of overwicht iets op dat zowel onwenselijk, schad...