In this monthly feature, we collect a few excerpts from reviews of our books. Here is a sampling of our March book reviews:
Neuropsychological Practice with Veterans, edited by Shane S. Bush, Ph.D.
“In Neuropsychological Practice with Veterans, Bush endeavors to compile a comprehensive account of how neuropsychological research, assessment, and treatment of veterans are impacted by military status. He succeeds brilliantly with this undertaking…[T]his is an essential text for those working with active duty service members and veterans, and is highly recommended to all those seeking new perspectives.”–Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: Symptom Validity Assessment and Malingering, edited by Dominic Carone, Ph.D; Shane S. Bush, Ph.D.
“[This] book will provide a valuable resource to neuropsychologists and non-neuropsychologists alike for many years into the future as the primary, one-stop shopping bank vault of information relating to symptom validity assessment in the very specialized world of mild traumatic brain injury.”–Psychological Injury and Law
Game-Based Teaching and Simulation in Nursing and Health Care by Eric B. Bauman, PhD, RN
“This is a comprehensive resource for anyone interested in integrating gaming and simulation into a course or the entire curricula. It presents the theory and the associated practical application. The extensive reference list and resource/product list encourage and support readers with implementation.” Score: 98, 5 Stars.–Doody’s Medical Reviews
Compassion Fatigue and Burnout in Nursing: Enhancing Professional Quality of Life by Vidette Todaro-Franceschi, PhD, RN, FT
“An excellent resource for all levels of nurses…Highly recommended.”–Choice: Current Reviews for Academic Libraries
Mentoring in Nursing, Second Edition: A Dynamic and Collaborative Process by Sheila C. Grossman, PhD, APRN-BC, FAAN
“This book successfully combines scholarly work with practical, easy-to-understand advice that has appeal even beyond nursing and healthcare. It provides a view of mentoring that is much deeper than most readers would expect. The connection the author makes between empowering mentors and mentees and successful organizations provides readers with a sense of hope for improvement and change in the workplace environment. Bravo!”–Doody’s Medical Reviews