In the adversarial climate of contemporary psychology, Newman effectively tears down many of the ideological walls separating two powerful schools of thought.
Humanistic psychology and behavior analysis have long been viewed as staunch opponents in the practice of psychology. Newman's careful research into the theories, positions, and approaches of both camps dispels the myths of behaviorists as cold "manipulators" and of humanistic psychologists as weak-willed "armchair philosophers." After examining both systems, he outlines their shared philosophical and historical roots. Newman...

Some behavioral tendencies are common due to characteristics of the Autism Spectrum Disorders. Whether these behaviors continue to be displayed, or whether or not they grow and greatly interfere with the individual's functioning, often depends upon behavior treatment plans, Behavioral difficulties commonly displayed by individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders, and effective means of treating these behavioral difficulties, are described and discussed. Authors include clinicians, researchers, parents and siblings of individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

When Everybody Cares: Case Studies of ABA with People with Autism is a series of 20 case studies that explain and elaborate principles in Applied Behavior Analysis. This is done in an engaging format, easily understood by layperson and professional alike. Dr. Bobby Newman is a licensed psychologist and certified behavior anlayst. He is famous for his work with autistic children. Further information can be obtained by visiting www.Room2grow.org

Honor and sportsmanship are terms that are increasingly becoming thought of as quaint and passe in a world where winning is everything. Forgetting these concepts, however, leads us to forget why we compete in the first place. In It's How You Play the Game, a call is made to appreciate these concepts, not just for sport, for life itself.