ISBN: 1429261552 Binding: Paperback Edition: Third Edition Author(s): Richard A. Griggs Publisher: Worth Publishers Number of Pages: 360
The most affordable introductory psychology textbook in the marketPsychology: A Concise Introduction explores the broad territory of the introductory psychology course while answering the growing need for a shorter less expensive book At less than half the price of a standard textbook it offers an affordable alternative A built-in Study Guide written by the author offers a practical suite of learning aids that foster review and self-assessment without the expense of a separate guide
ISBN: Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Mary F. Porter Publisher: Fili-Quarian Classics Number of Pages: 96
Applied Psychology for Nurses is presented here in a high quality paperback edition This popular classic work by Mary F Porter is in the English language and may not include graphics or images from the original edition If you enjoy the works of Mary F Porter then we highly recommend this publication for your book collection
ISBN: 007353188X Binding: Hardcover Edition: 1 Author(s): Laura King Publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages Number of Pages: 800
Why Things Go Right The Science of Psychology: An Appreciative View by Laura King (University of Missouri at Columbia) is the first text to bring a truly appreciative view of psychology-as a science and for exploring behavior-to introductory students It is built around the idea that students must study the discipline of psychology as a whole that the sub-disciplines are intricately connected and that human behavior is best understood by exploring its functioning state in addition to its potential dysfunctions For example imagine that you have been asked to create a science of "watchology" You have two watches that both have had the unfortunate "trauma" of being left in the pocket of someone's jeans through the washer and dryer One watch has suffered the worst possible fate-it no longer tells time The other has emerged from the traumatic event still ticking Which watch would you use to develop your new science of watchology Clearly the working watch will help you understand watches better than the broken one What does watchology have to do with psychology Quite simply in psychology as in watchology it makes sense to start with what works: to gain a general understanding of human behavior and then apply that knowledge to those who have emerged from life's experiences in dysfunction
ISBN: 1841692425 Binding: Paperback Edition: 1 Author(s): Alan Carr Publisher: Psychology Press Number of Pages: 248
This book presents a clear and in-depth account of abnormal psychology It focuses on both clinical descriptions using illustrative case studies at the beginning of each section and on the implications of the major theoretical perspectives and relevant empirical evidence for clinical treatment It provides a very readable and up-to-date review of topics including childhood behaviour disorders anxiety depression schizophrenia personality disorders and models of abnormal behaviour Alan Carr illustrates a scientific approach to the understanding of these aspects of abnormal psychology Both the content and style of this book will help students understand a complex area of psychology
ISBN: 1429218215 Binding: Paperback Edition: First Edition Author(s): Daniel L. Schacter, Daniel T. Gilbert, Daniel M. Wegner Publisher: Worth Publishers Number of Pages: 624
Reads like a good book Written in the style of their award-winning nonfiction books the Dans capture students attention in a way few textbooks can claim Each chapter each page is written with narrative hooks that retain student interest by engaging their curiosity compassion and interest in the world around them Students who read Introducing Psychology will quickly learn to critically examine the world around them and apply the lessons of psychology to their own lives
Teaches like a great textbook The Dans focus the essential topics within psychology without diluting the explanation or removing examples intended to illustrate concepts By refining their coverage to the most clear thought-provoking and illustrative examples the Dans manage to accomplish two difficult goals: making thoughtful content choices covering the various fields of psychology and doing so in a manner that retains clarity and emphasizes student engagement
Ten Thousand Dreams Interpreted, or what's in a dream: a scientific and practical exposition
ISBN: Binding: Kindle Edition Edition: Author(s): Gustavus Hindman Miller Publisher: Number of Pages: 552
This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers You may find it for free on the web Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery
The Psychology of Dexter (Psychology of Popular Culture)
ISBN: 193525197X Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): N/A Publisher: Smart Pop Number of Pages: 224
Dexter Morgan: Police forensic analyst Family man Serial killer And the star of Showtimes most-watched series Dexter
Aimed at Dexter devotees and armchair psychologists The Psychology of Dexter takes on the psychological complexities of the popular series with an eye towards insight and accessibility It analyzes not just the title character but his family coworkers and even his viewers What makes Dexter tick And what makes a show about a serial killer so appealing to those of us at home
From the implications of faking normalcy (could it be behind Dexters still-in-progress emotional growth) to where the show weighs in on the psychological debate between nature and nurture The Psychology of Dexter gives fans a peek inside Dextersand Dexterspsyche
ISBN: 0495504556 Binding: Hardcover Edition: 5 Author(s): James S. Nairne Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing Number of Pages: 547
Straightforward and student friendly James S Nairne's PSYCHOLOGY Fifth Edition uses a proven problem-solving approach to help you discover how to apply psychology to your everyday life A firm believer that you must understand what a psychological process is for before you can hope to understand how it works Dr Nairne presents topics from a "functional" perspective With this signature approach chapters begin by focusing on the "why" behind psychological processes before introducing what they are and how they work Our brains are filled with psychological "tools" that control everything from emotion to memory and each helps us adapt and solve important everyday problems Nairne describes these tools in detail shows you how they're used and focuses on specific situations in which they are applied Emphasizing critical thinking and active learning PSYCHOLOGY Fifth Edition provides current comprehensive and practical coverage that you can immediately apply to your life
ISBN: 0078035201 Binding: Hardcover Edition: 2 Author(s): Gregory Feist, Erika Rosenberg Publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages Number of Pages: 800
In psychology not everything is black and white Psychology: Perspectives & Connections 2e dares students to challenge their own assumptions explore research and to not believe everything they think The over-riding goal of Psychology: Perspectives & Connections 2e is to align what excites us as researchers and perpetual students of psychology with todays introductory psychology student Feist and Rosenberg's aim is to help students understand that psychology and much of the world around them is more fascinatingand likely more intricate and interdependent-- than they think Its not just black and white And with Connect Psychology and its adaptive learning system students can better understand what they know and master what they don't know Connect with science Connect with students Connect with Feist and Rosenberg's Psychology 2e
ISBN: 0073532126 Binding: Hardcover Edition: 5 Author(s): Michael Passer, Ronald Smith Publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages Number of Pages: 816
Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behavior imparts students with a scientific understanding of the field of psychology while showing them the impact on their day-to-day existence A simple conceptual framework within the text emphasizes relations between biological psychological and environmental levels of analysis and portrays the focus of modern psychology Through a variety of features the text challenges students to think critically about psychology as a science and its impact on their lives To help students study more effectively and efficiently a groundbreaking adaptive questioning diagnostic and personalized study plan help students "know what they know" while guiding them to master these concepts through engaging interactivities exercises and readings Now available with Connect Psychology Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behavior follows the science behind psychology leading students through the process of critical examination
