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Title: Readers recommend….
Authors: Timms, Chris (AUTHOR), Hirani, Daksha (AUTHOR), Ng, Charis (AUTHOR), Sutton, Jon (AUTHOR), Gledhill, Jenn (AUTHOR), Fitch, Chrissie (AUTHOR), Barratt, Emma (AUTHOR), Stanley-Duke, Mary (AUTHOR), Mojtahedi, Dara (AUTHOR), Van Deurzen, Emmy (AUTHOR)
Source: Psychologist. Jul/Aug2026, p62-63. 2p. 6 Color Photographs.
Subjects: Recommended books, Psychology, Literature, Empathy, Narratives, Mental health, Social problems
Abstract: This article presents a curated list of book recommendations from members and staff, highlighting a diverse range of titles suitable for summer reading. The selections include works on psychology and mental health, such as Dr. Ramani’s *It’s Not You: How to Identify and Heal from Narcissistic People*, Ethan Watters’ *Crazy Like Us: The Globalization of the American Psyche*, and Philippa Perry’s *Shrink Solves Murder*, as well as culturally reflective and literary works like Sayaka Murata’s *Convenience Store Woman* and Namalee Bolle’s *The Mixed and Multiracial Guide to Wellbeing*. Several books explore personal narratives and social issues, including Tara Westover’s *Educated* and Darren McGarvey’s *Poverty Safari*. The recommendations emphasize themes of empathy, identity, and human behavior, offering readers insightful and varied perspectives for thoughtful engagement. [Extracted from the article]
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Abstract:This article presents a curated list of book recommendations from members and staff, highlighting a diverse range of titles suitable for summer reading. The selections include works on psychology and mental health, such as Dr. Ramani’s *It’s Not You: How to Identify and Heal from Narcissistic People*, Ethan Watters’ *Crazy Like Us: The Globalization of the American Psyche*, and Philippa Perry’s *Shrink Solves Murder*, as well as culturally reflective and literary works like Sayaka Murata’s *Convenience Store Woman* and Namalee Bolle’s *The Mixed and Multiracial Guide to Wellbeing*. Several books explore personal narratives and social issues, including Tara Westover’s *Educated* and Darren McGarvey’s *Poverty Safari*. The recommendations emphasize themes of empathy, identity, and human behavior, offering readers insightful and varied perspectives for thoughtful engagement. [Extracted from the article]
ISSN:09528229