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• Book Title: Approaches to Psychology
• Author: Glassman, William E.
• ISBN: 0335192599
• Publisher: Open University Press
• Year Published: June 1, 1995
• Our Price: £8.66 GBP ($15.07 USD)
• Description: Book Description: Clear, consistent- a wealth of fascinating stories and examples introducing some classic and interesting psychological studies...the main message of this textbook is that the facts of psychology must be viewed through theoretical perspectives.A thorough text which remains a firm favourite - Hugh Coolican, Nene College, Northampton makes both historical and intellectual sense. - John Mitchell, University of Western Ontario, Canada : Praise for the previous edition:: : ...obviously serves a need...certainly recommended for introductory courses. - Psychology Teaching Review: : - What is psychology, and how does it try to understand human behaviour?: - Why are there different approaches within psychology, and what are they?: - How can psychology contribute to our understanding of ourselves?: : The third edition of this bestselling textbook provides students with a clear, concise account of what psychology is and how it came to be that way. This book gives a succinct and coherent framework for understanding the discipline of psychology, based on five major approaches or perspectives:: : - Biological: - Behaviourist: - Cognitive: - Psychodynamic: - Humanistic: : Beginning with a discussion of perceptual processes, the origins of approaches within psychology, and methods of research, the book goes on to look at the assumptions, methods and theories associated with each of the five approaches. In addition, it considers issues in developmental, social and abnormal behaviour in order to provide a better understanding of the similarities and differences between these approaches. : : Approaches to Psychology is designed as a textbook, with both student and teacher in mind. It contains many aids to learning such as:: : - Definitions of key concepts: - Discussion points and questions: - Chapter summaries: - Annotated suggestions for further reading: - An extensive glossary and bibliography: : The third edition has been rigorously revised and updated, including discussion of significant recent topics like evolutionary psychology and recovered memories of abuse. There are also more questions and discussion points, more illustrations and an extended glossary.: : With its readable style and many fascinating examples Approaches to Psychology is equally suitable for students studying psychology and for those seeking an overview of the subject as part of a wider programme of study.: : : --This text refers to the Paperback edition. : : Synopsis: This is an introduction to psychology for beginning and intermediate students. It provides a framework for understanding what psychology is, how it works and how it came to be that way. Approaches to Psychology: considers the role of perceptual processes in both human behaviour and science; examines the five major perspectives (approaches) within psychology - biological, behaviourist, cognitive, psychodynamic and humanistic; considers the nature of each approach, how each evolved and how they differ; compares how these approaches explain human development, social behaviour and abnormal behaviour; and emphasizes concepts, rather than facts. This book is designed specifically as a textbook, with both student and teacher in mind. Features include chapter summaries, key words and concept boxes, discussion points, annotated further reading and a glossary and bibliography.Comments: ex-library copy. end paper stamped and with small secton missing. library label attached , otherwise clean and good . Format: Paperback. Pages: 400.
• Condition: Used- Good
• Dustcover: No
• Binding: Paperback
• Type: Used Books

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