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Old Jul 14, 2009, 09:15 PM
Bill3 Bill3 is offline
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I have an opportunity to recommend a book about psychology or psychotherapy or psychiatry to a rising junior in high school. I am looking for something that gives a flavor for one or more of these fields without being too demanding or technical. The student is bright but not particularly well-motivated. She has expressed a particular interest in these fields.

I've looked at Irvin Yalom's books about his cases, as well as books about great experiments in psychology. Both ideas seem suitable but the particular books that I looked at seemed a little demanding for this purpose. Also, I need to avoid anything that includes sexually oriented material or cases.

Can you suggest anything for me to consider?

Thank you very much!