Sharon Heller Livres

The Vital Touch explores the critical importance of physical connections with infants and children, drawing on diverse anthropological and sociological research. It argues that consistent touch is essential for healthy development and emotional well-being, highlighting the growing need for nurturing interactions in today's society. Through its provocative insights, the book emphasizes the profound impact of physical affection on children's growth and the formation of secure attachments.

Focusing on Sensory Defensive Disorder, a developmental psychologist shares insights from both personal experience and professional expertise. The book offers empathy and compassion while providing practical tools to help those affected manage their responses to everyday stimuli that can feel overwhelming. It aims to raise awareness about this often-misunderstood condition, highlighting the struggles and strategies for coping in a world filled with sensory challenges.

A lively guide to the life and work of the father of psychoanalysis From Anna O. to Zionism, this uniquely accessible A-to-Z reference presents a comprehensive overview of Freud's ideas, family, colleagues, patients, writings, and legacy. Mixing humor, passion, and knowledge, each of the more than 100 fascinating entries offers a revealing look at some aspect of Freud's world, be it a description of his famed pillowed office at Berggasse 19 or an account of his intense feud with former student Carl Jung. Sharon Heller, PhD (Boynton Beach, FL), is the author of three popular psychology books.