Facts And Fears

Author : James R. Clapper,Trey Brown
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 466 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2018-05-22
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780525558651

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Facts and Fears by James R. Clapper,Trey Brown Pdf

New York Times bestseller The former Director of National Intelligence's candid and compelling account of the intelligence community's successes--and failures--in facing some of the greatest threats to America When he stepped down in January 2017 as the fourth United States director of national intelligence, James Clapper had been President Obama's senior intelligence adviser for six and a half years, longer than his three predecessors combined. He led the U.S. intelligence community through a period that included the raid on Osama bin Laden, the Benghazi attack, the leaks of Edward Snowden, and Russia's influence operation during the 2016 U.S. election campaign. In Facts and Fears, Clapper traces his career through the growing threat of cyberattacks, his relationships with presidents and Congress, and the truth about Russia's role in the presidential election. He describes, in the wake of Snowden and WikiLeaks, his efforts to make intelligence more transparent and to push back against the suspicion that Americans' private lives are subject to surveillance. Finally, it was living through Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election and seeing how the foundations of American democracy were--and continue to be--undermined by a foreign power that led him to break with his instincts honed through more than five decades in the intelligence profession to share his inside experience. Clapper considers such controversial questions as, Is intelligence ethical? Is it moral to intercept communications or to photograph closed societies from orbit? What are the limits of what we should be allowed to do? What protections should we give to the private citizens of the world, not to mention our fellow Americans? Are there times when intelligence officers can lose credibility as unbiased reporters of hard truths by inserting themselves into policy decisions? Facts and Fears offers a privileged look inside the U.S. intelligence community and, with the frankness and professionalism for which James Clapper is known, addresses some of the most difficult challenges in our nation's history.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8828362006

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Facts and Fears by Anonim Pdf

Facts and Fears: Hard Truths from a Life in Intelligence by James R. Clapper | Conversation Starters In Facts and Fears, James R. Clapper uncovers the details about his work as a White House intelligence adviser, from the dangers of cyberattacks, to the truth about Russia’s part in the election of President Trump, to his own relationships with President Obama and the Congress. He recounts his efforts to debunk the idea that our private lives are being observed, and to make intelligence more straightforward and transparent. The author considers some controversial topics such as the ethics of intelligence and the morality of intercepting communications or photographing societies from above. The book is a New York Times bestseller and reached #8 in Amazon. It was very well received amongst its readers, especially Trump’s opponents, and sparked controversy for the author’s declarations about the involvement of Russia in the last presidential elections. A Brief Look Inside: EVERY GOOD BOOK CONTAINS A WORLD FAR DEEPER than the surface of its pages. The characters and their world come alive, and the characters and its world still live on. Conversation Starters is peppered with questions designed to bring us beneath the surface of the page and invite us into the world that lives on. These questions can be used to.. Create Hours of Conversation: • Foster a deeper understanding of the book • Promote an atmosphere of discussion for groups • Assist in the study of the book, either individually or corporately • Explore unseen realms of the book as never seen before.

Author : Michael Crichton
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 817 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2009-10-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780061752728

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State of Fear by Michael Crichton Pdf

New York Times bestselling author Michael Crichton delivers another action-packed techo-thriller in State of Fear. When a group of eco-terrorists engage in a global conspiracy to generate weather-related natural disasters, its up to environmental lawyer Peter Evans and his team to uncover the subterfuge. From Tokyo to Los Angeles, from Antarctica to the Solomon Islands, Michael Crichton mixes cutting edge science and action-packed adventure, leading readers on an edge-of-your-seat ride while offering up a thought-provoking commentary on the issue of global warming. A deftly-crafted novel, in true Crichton style, State of Fear is an exciting, stunning tale that not only entertains and educates, but will make you think.

Author : David Ropeik
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2010-03-05
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 0071635645

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How Risky Is It, Really?: Why Our Fears Don't Always Match the Facts by David Ropeik Pdf

"Clear, balanced, and lively." -- Steven Pinker, bestselling author of How the Mind Works ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE "RIGHT" RISKS? Do you worry more about radiation from nuclear power or from the sun? Are you more afraid of getting cancer than heart disease? Are you safer talking on your cell phone or using a hands-free device when you drive? Do you think global warming is a serious threat to your health? GET THE FACTS BEHIND YOUR FEARS—AND DISCOVER . . . HOW RISKY IS IT, REALLY? International risk expert David Ropeik takes an in-depth look at our perceptions of risk and explains the hidden factors that make us unnecessarily afraid of relatively small threats and not afraid enough of some really big ones. This read is a comprehensive, accessible, and entertaining mixture of what's been discovered about how and why we fear—too much or too little. It brings into focus the danger of The Perception Gap: when our fears don’t match the facts, and we make choices that create additional risks. This book will not decide for you what is really risky and what isn't. That's up to you. HOW RISKY IS IT, REALLY? will tell you how you make those decisions. Understanding how we perceive risk is the first step toward making wiser and healthier choices for ourselves as individuals and for society as a whole. TEST YOUR OWN "RISK RESPONSE" IN DOZENS OF SELF-QUIZZES!

Author : Ronald Manual Doctor,Ada P. Kahn,Christine A. Adamec
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 593 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2010-05-12
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781438120980

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The Encyclopedia of Phobias, Fears, and Anxieties, Third Edition by Ronald Manual Doctor,Ada P. Kahn,Christine A. Adamec Pdf

Explains the meaning of terms and concepts related to specific phobias, forms of therapy, and medicines, and identifies key researchers.

Author : Dawn Huebner
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 79 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2022-04-21
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781787759510

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Facing Mighty Fears About Trying New Things by Dawn Huebner Pdf

First time jitters are normal, but when they turn into tears and outright refusal, the world shrinks in problematic ways. Facing Mighty Fears About Trying New Things teaches children to manage uncertainty about new experiences. Fun Facts engage children while a Note to Parents and Caregivers and a supplemental Resource section make this the perfect guide for parents and mental health professionals. This book is part of the Dr. Dawn's Mini Books About Mighty Fears series, designed to help children ages 6-10 tackle their fears and live happier lives.

Author : Akash Biswas
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 62 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2018-05-29
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1720449376

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Facts and Fears Hard Truths from a Life in Intelligence by Akash Biswas Pdf

The former Director of National Intelligence's candid and compelling account of the intelligence community's successes--and failures--in facing some of the greatest threats to AmericaWhen he stepped down in January 2017 as the fourth United States director of national intelligence, James Clapper had been President Obama's senior intelligence adviser for six and a half years, longer than his three predecessors combined. He led the U.S. intelligence community through a period that included the raid on Osama bin Laden, the Benghazi attack, the leaks of Edward Snowden, and Russia's influence operation during the 2016 U.S. election campaign. In Facts and Fears, Clapper traces his career through the growing threat of cyberattacks, his relationships with presidents and Congress, and the truth about Russia's role in the presidential election. He describes, in the wake of Snowden and WikiLeaks, his efforts to make intelligence more transparent and to push back against the suspicion that Americans' private lives are subject to surveillance. Finally, it was living through Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election and seeing how the foundations of American democracy were--and continue to be--undermined by a foreign power that led him to break with his instincts honed through more than five decades in the intelligence profession to share his inside experience.Clapper considers such controversial questions as, Is intelligence ethical? Is it moral to intercept communications or to photograph closed societies from orbit? What are the limits of what we should be allowed to do? What protections should we give to the private citizens of the world, not to mention our fellow Americans? Are there times when intelligence officers can lose credibility as unbiased reporters of hard truths by inserting themselves into policy decisions?Facts and Fears offers a privileged look inside the U.S. intelligence community and, with the frankness and professionalism for which James Clapper is known, addresses some of the most difficult challenges in our nation's history.

Author : Dewey G. Cornell
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Education
ISBN : 0805854231

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School Violence by Dewey G. Cornell Pdf

Illustrated with numerous case studies–many drawn from the author's work as a forensic psychologist–this book identifies 19 myths and misconceptions about youth violence, from ordinary bullying to rampage shootings. It covers controversial topics such as gun control and the effects of entertainment violence on children. The author demonstrates how fear of school violence has resulted in misguided, counterproductive educational policies and practices ranging from boot camps to zero tolerance. He reviews evidence from hundreds of controlled studies showing that school-based school violence prevention programs and mental health services, which are largely effective, are often overlooked in favor of politically popular yet ineffective programs such as school uniforms, Drug Abuse Resistance Education, and Scared Straight. He concludes by reviewing some of his own research on student threat assessment as a more flexible and less punitive alternative to zero tolerance, and presents a wide ranging series of recommendations for improving and expanding the use of school-based violence prevention programs and mental health services for troubled students. Key features include the following: Contrarian Approach–This book identifies and refutes 19 basic misconceptions about trends in youth violence and school safety, and shows how the fear of school violence has been exaggerated through inaccurate statistics, erroneous conclusions about youth violence, and over-emphasis on atypical, sensational cases. Readability–The book translates scientific, evidence-based research into language that educators, parents, law enforcement officers, and policymakers can readily understand and shows what can be done to improve things. Expertise–Dewey Cornell is a forensic psychologist and Professor of Education at the University of Virginia, where he holds the Linda K. Bunker Chair in Education. He is Director of the UVA Youth Violence Project and is a faculty associate of the Institute of Law, Psychiatry, and Public Policy. The author of more than 100 publications in psychology and education, he frequently testifies in criminal proceedings and at legislative hearings involving violence prevention efforts. This book is appropriate for courses or seminars dealing wholly or partly with school violence and school safety. It is also an indispensable volume for school administrators and safety officers; local, state and national policymakers; involved parents; and academic libraries serving these groups.

Author : Gordon Leslie Ada,David Isaacs
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Vaccination
ISBN : 1865082236

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Vaccination by Gordon Leslie Ada,David Isaacs Pdf

Concerned at the lack of hard scientific data used - both by pro- and anti-vaccination debates - the authors set about presenting the facts on vaccines as currently understood. Tracing the history of immunization, they explain the science, analyze efficacy and safety, and describe recent developments in vaccination research, including speculation on the prospects of vaccines for non-communicable diseases such as cancer, arthritis and diabetes. An optimistic view is taken that effective vaccines will also be developed for infectious diseases for which no vaccines exist at the moment, including malaria and HIV.

Author : Patricia Newman
Publisher : Millbrook Press (Tm)
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781467792400

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Ebola by Patricia Newman Pdf

"What's Ebola? Do we need to be afraid? This short book will take readers beyond the headlines to help them understand the 2014 outbreak. It will inform while helping to alleviate fears."--

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Am Cncl on Science, Health
Page : 65 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Facts Vs. Fears: A Review of the Greatest Unfounded Health Scares of Recent Times by Anonim Pdf

Author : Nick FISHER
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:655044779

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Boys about Boys by Nick FISHER Pdf

Author : Jane Duffus
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2021-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1909446289

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Elegantly Understated by Jane Duffus Pdf

Author : Irena Milosevic Ph.D.,Randi E. McCabe Ph.D.
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 760 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2015-03-03
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9798216128335

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Phobias by Irena Milosevic Ph.D.,Randi E. McCabe Ph.D. Pdf

Combining popular appeal with accessibly written entries suitable for research projects, this fascinating encyclopedia provides a thorough introduction to the psychological and scientific aspects of phobias. Many people have irrational fears. Phobias affect about 19 million Americans each year. So is fear "normal"? At what point do fears become clinical phobias? Phobias: The Psychology of Irrational Fear is the definitive volume on a broad range of topics related to fears and phobias. After an introduction to the subject of fear and phobias, the encyclopedia presents approximately 200 A–Z, cross-referenced entries that address phobias from a variety of angles-types of fears, root causes, physiological and psychological effects, classification, and treatments. The work presents accurate, authoritative, and up-to-date information based on scientific evidence. The majority of the numerous contributors are anxiety disorder researchers and clinicians who possess cutting-edge knowledge of their areas of expertise. Ideal for both high school students and general audiences, readers will be engaged by high-interest content that not only details and explains various phobias but enables them to trace the history, theories, and practices associated with the study and treatment of phobias.

Author : Michael V. Hayden
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2018-05-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780525558590

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The Assault on Intelligence by Michael V. Hayden Pdf

A blistering critique of the forces threatening the American intelligence community, beginning with the President of the United States himself, in a time when that community's work has never been harder or more important In the face of a President who lobs accusations without facts, evidence, or logic, truth tellers are under attack. Meanwhile, the world order is teetering on the brink. North Korea is on the verge of having a nuclear weapon that could reach all of the United States, Russians have mastered a new form of information warfare that undercuts democracy, and the role of China in the global community remains unclear. There will always be value to experience and expertise, devotion to facts, humility in the face of complexity, and a respect for ideas, but in this moment they seem more important, and more endangered, than they've ever been. American Intelligence--the ultimate truth teller--has a responsibility in a post-truth world beyond merely warning of external dangers, and in The Assault on Intelligence, General Michael Hayden takes up that urgent work with profound passion, insight and authority. It is a sobering vision. The American intelligence community is more at risk than is commonly understood, for every good reason. Civil war or societal collapse is not necessarily imminent or inevitable, but our democracy's core structures, processes, and attitudes are under great stress. Many of the premises on which we have based our understanding of governance are now challenged, eroded, or simply gone. And we have a President in office who responds to overwhelming evidence from the intelligence community that the Russians are, by all acceptable standards of cyber conflict, in a state of outright war against us, not by leading a strong response, but by shooting the messenger. There are fundamental changes afoot in the world and in this country. The Assault on Intelligence shows us what they are, reveals how crippled we've become in our capacity to address them, and points toward a series of effective responses. Because when we lose our intelligence, literally and figuratively, democracy dies.