Gast U, Markert EC, Onnasch K, Schollas T (2009) Trauma und Trauer. Impulse aus christlicher Spiritualit?t und Neurobiologie 1.?Auflage, Klett-Cotta, Stuttgart. Leben Lernen Band 224, 260?S., ISBN: 978-3-608-89085-3, EUR?26,90

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Gast U, Markert EC, Onnasch K, Schollas T (2009) Trauma und Trauer. Impulse aus christlicher Spiritualit?t und Neurobiologie 1. Auflage, Klett-Cotta, Stuttgart. Leben Lernen Band 224, 260 S., ISBN: 978-3-608-89085-3, EUR 26,90     

Does L/M cone opponency disappear in human periphery?

We have assessed the optimal cone contrast sensitivity across eccentricity in human vision of the two cone-opponent mechanisms [L/M or red-green, and S/(L + M) or blue-yellow] and the luminance mechanism. We have used a novel stimulus, termed a 'sinring', that is a radially modulated sine-wave arc, Gaussian enveloped in both angular and radial directions. This stimulus overcomes the problem inherent in Gabor stimuli of confounding stimulus spatial frequency, size, and eccentricity and so allows contrast sensitivity to be tracked accurately into the periphery. Our results show that L/M cone opponency declines steeply across the human periphery and becomes behaviourally absent by 25-30 deg (in the nasal field). This result suggests that any L/M cone-opponent neurons found in primate peripheral retina beyond this limit are unlikely to be significant for colour contrast detection measured behaviourally.     

Streeck U, Leichsenring F (Hrsg) (2009) Handbuch psychoanalytisch-interaktionelle Therapie. Behandlung von Patienten mit strukturellen St?rungen und schweren Pers?nlichkeitsst?rungen Vandenhoeck & Ruprecht, G?ttingen, S.?237, ISBN?978-3-525-40160-6, EUR?24,90

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Streeck U, Leichsenring F (Hrsg) (2009) Handbuch psychoanalytisch-interaktionelle Therapie. Behandlung von Patienten mit strukturellen St?rungen und schweren Pers?nlichkeitsst?rungen Vandenhoeck & Ruprecht, G?ttingen, S. 237, ISBN 978-3-525-40160-6, EUR 24,90     

Edgar Heim (Hrsg) (2009) Die Welt der Psychotherapie Klett-Cotta, Stuttgart, 252?S., ISBN: 978-3-608-94549-2, EUR?24,90

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Edgar Heim (Hrsg) (2009) Die Welt der Psychotherapie Klett-Cotta, Stuttgart, 252 S., ISBN: 978-3-608-94549-2, EUR 24,90     

Sind Körperpsychotherapeuten anders?

Following the “Generic Model of Psychotherapy” differences of treatment models are relevant with respect to optimal matching with patient's illness experience.Therefore it seems necessary to work out differences and similarities of treatment models.The results of 91 therapists, trained in Concentrative Movement Therapy (KBT), in the “Development of Psychotherapist Common Core Questionnaire (DPCCQ)” are compared to the therapists' results in other DPCCQ-studies, to find out,wether there are differences in therapeutic self concepts (theoretical orientation, therapeutic goals and attitudes). A few special features for KBT-therapists can be found which reflect characteristic aspects of the method.Despite some differences concerning socio-demographic characteristics (sex, age and basic professional education) similarities to other therapists predominate.     

Selbstverletzung bei jungen M?dchen

Self-injurious behavior (SIB) occurs frequently, has a peak in adolescence and is reduced in old age. The formation has to be seen multifactorial. Girls with SIB have an unstable self, a lower self-esteem, distorted posture and impaired ability to regulate emotions and the absence of functional coping strategies. With the injury the young girls expect a relaxation and exoneration from the actual conflict. The treatment is multimodal. Recommended are behavioral therapy and behavioral therapy for adolescents (DBT-A). Drug therapy is needed, especially in crises.     

Was sind “ek-statische Maschinen”? (Gedanken aus und zu: M. K. Mamardašvili,Wissenschaft und Kultur)

Ohne ZusammenfassungM. K. Mamardavili, Nauka i kul'tura, inMetodologieskie problemy istorikonaunych issledovanij, M., Nauka, 1982, str. 38–58. Zitate aus diesem Aufsatz werden im Text mit der in Klammern gesetzten Seitenzahl ausgewiesen.     

Inappropriate Sexuality? Sex Magic,S/M and Wicca (or ‘Whipping Harry Potter's Arse!’)

Abstract

Despite its often fervent claims to radicalism, openness and maturity, Wicca articulates a rather complex attitude towards sexuality. S/M concepts which have influenced the development of Wiccan ritual practice (through such figures as Algernon Swinburne, Aleister Crowley, Gerald Gardner and Alex Sanders) have been largely abstracted into symbolic forms which strongly deny the ‘inappropriate’ sexuality embedded in Wiccan initiation rituals (specifically) and formative ideologies (generally). A brief comparison between Wiccan initiation and the S/M dungeon, for example, suggests a common conceptual ground. But, while a rhetoric of disruptive sexuality is retained in Wicca through the use of scourging, binding, ritual nudity, and the ‘Great Rite’, the emphasis lies in its symbolic value and ‘dangerous sex’ is largely forbidden. Nevertheless, ‘dangerous sex’ remains an issue within Wicca. The overlaps between Wiccan S/M symbolism and rhetoric and the physical spirituality of some S/M practitioners remains unexplored, and issues of power, abuse, and gender are only just beginning to be recognized.     

What Makes Hypocrisy? Folk Definitions,Attitude/Behavior Combinations,Attitude Strength,and Private/Public Distinctions

Past research has rarely examined what makes behaviors appear more or less hypocritical. This work expands our understanding, identifying and exploring factors contributing to perception of hypocrisy. An initial study surveyed participants’ definitions of the concept. Experiments 2a/2b then demonstrate that attitude–behavior inconsistency is viewed as most hypocritical, followed by attitude-attitude and behavior-behavior inconsistency. Experiments 3 and 4 examined how perception of hypocrisy depends on attitude strength, communication method, and whether attitudes/behaviors are privately or publicly held/enacted. We conclude that hypocrisy is perceived as strongest when attitudes are publicly imposed on others in an attempt to appear morally superior.