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Perceptual Control Theory

An Overview of the Third Grand Theory in Psychology—Introductions, Readings, and Resources

By: William T. Powers

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Perceptual Control Theory

An Overview of the Third Grand Theory in Psychology—Introductions, Readings, and Resources

By: William T. Powers

These introductions and readings provide a comprehensive range of information for the study of Perceptual Control Theory—papers, books, book reviews, resources on-line, demos and tutorial programs for your computer. Perceptual Control Theory, PCT, results from one man's curiosity, expertise, creativity and determination. The articles, books, and tutorial programs introduced in this volume would not have been written, certainly not this way, if it were not for William T. (Bill) Powers's seminal insight and tireless efforts across more that sixty years. The PCT explanation for what behavior is, how it works and what it accomplishes is well documented. It lays a foundation for a new natural science and can handle behavioral phenomena within a single testable concept of how living systems work. You can demonstrate it yourself with functioning computer simulations. Whether you are interested in improving education, resolving chronic psychological stress, understanding what is going on with an inconsolable baby, understanding the basis for our universal sense of justice, getting a different take on what emotions are, resolving conflict in general, becoming a better parent, manager, sales person, friend or lover, you will find fascinating insight when you review these readings and study this new explanatory concept with care.

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Living Control Systems Publ

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1938090128

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9781938090127

Dialogue Concerning the Two Chief Approaches to a Science of Life

Word Pictures and Correlations Versus Working Models

By: William T. Powers,Philip J. Runkel

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Dialogue Concerning the Two Chief Approaches to a Science of Life

Word Pictures and Correlations Versus Working Models

By: William T. Powers,Philip J. Runkel

Correspondence between William T. Powers, originator of Perceptual Control Theory, PCT, and Philip J. Runkel, professor of psychology and education at the University of Oregon. 500 pages of original letters show how Phil Runkel reevaluated everything he knew about psychology. This focused correspondence deals with the science (or lack thereof) and (inappropriate) methods used in psychology while introducing a new approach to a new natural science of psychology. Enclosures that go with the letters are available on the web.

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606

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Living Control Systems Publ

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0974015512

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9780974015514

Quantization, Nonlinear Partial Differential Equations, and Operator Algebra

1994 John Von Neumann Symposium on Quantization and Nonlinear Wave Equations June 7-11 1994, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, Massachusetts

By: William Arveson,Thomas Branson,Irving Ezra Segal

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Quantization, Nonlinear Partial Differential Equations, and Operator Algebra

1994 John Von Neumann Symposium on Quantization and Nonlinear Wave Equations June 7-11 1994, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, Massachusetts

By: William Arveson,Thomas Branson,Irving Ezra Segal

This book describes the outstanding recent progress in this important and challenging field and presents general background for the scientific context and specifics regarding key difficulties. Quantization is developed in the context of rigorous nonlinear quantum field theory in four dimensions and in connection with symplectic manifold theory and random Schrödinger operators. Nonlinear wave equations are exposed in relation to recent important progress in general relativity, in purely mathematical terms of microlocal analysis, and as represented by progress on the relativistic Boltzmann equation. Most of the developments in this volume appear in book form for the first time. The resulting work is a concise and informative way to explore the field and the spectrum of methods available for its investigation.

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American Mathematical Soc.

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0821803816

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9780821803813

Stations of the Mind

By: William Glasser, M.D.

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Stations of the Mind

By: William Glasser, M.D.

Stations of the Mind is a logical and necessary expansion of William Glasser's basic Reality Therapy ideas, an expansion which began with Positive Addiction about meditation, running, and other "good" addictions. In clear, nontechnical language, this book tells how our brains function in living—specifically what we do, think, and feel. Any reader can use it to make a major impact on the social sciences, medicine, and the growing field of meditation. Dr. Glasser's thesis, based on the Control System Psychology of William Powers, a student of cybernetics and consultant on this book, is that we, like all living creatures, are internally motivated. All of us are driven by powerful internal forces that push us not only to survive, but toward belonging, worthwhileness, fun, and freedom. From these and perhaps our other basic needs, we construct a complex, unique a personal world. Our brain then acts as the control system that deals with the real world to try and control it so that it comes as close as possible to our personal world. Glasser points out that what happens outside us in the real world is of little or no significance unless it relates to what is already inside us in our personal world. This new, human, internally motivated psychology contrasts sharply with the standard, external, mechanical, stimulus-response behavior psychology currently so popular. Glasser strips away much of the mystery that has surrounded the workings of our mind. Those who read the book carefully need never again be puzzled as to how we behave or about many of the whys of our behavior. It explains the common psychological upsets—from acting out to depression, from nonmedical pain and disability to psychoses. Dr. Glasser sets forth a new usable explanation of how addictive drugs work in the brain and why we use them. He also explains how our brain malfunctions and causes us to suffer psychosomatic illnesses. Finally, as we understand how our brain struggles to fulfill our needs, we will gain valuable insight into our most pressing social problem—how to get along with each other; that must come through negotiation and compromise. Our brain is not built to do otherwise. Here is a carefully developed thesis, a clear explanation of complex ideas, and a wide variety of ways that we can use them in our lives and our work.

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Harper Collins

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0062048147

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Book's by William T. Powers

Perceptual Control Theory

Perceptual Control Theory

Dialogue Concerning the Two Chief Approaches to a Science of Life

Dialogue Concerning the Two Chief Approaches to a Science of Life

Quantization, Nonlinear Partial Differential Equations, and Operator Algebra

Quantization, Nonlinear Partial Differential Equations, and Operator Algebra

Stations of the Mind

Stations of the Mind

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