194 Pages
19 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
194 Pages
19 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
194 Pages
19 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
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This compact introduction is the ideal primer for anyone looking for an accessible overview of the basic principles of psychology, the fascinating science of mind and behavior.
In everyday life we often ask why people act the way that they do, especially when we encounter or hear about puzzling behavior. Psychology: The Basics introduces everyday explanations of behavior, considering them... Read more
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1 Learning from Experience: Behaviorism
Chapter 2 Filling the Black Box: Cognitive Psychology
Chapter 3 What Drives Behavior? Motivation and Emotion
Chapter 4 Brain and Genes
Chapter 5 Human Development
Chapter 6 Personality and Intelligence: Individual Differences
Chapter 7 Living with Others: Social Psychology
Chapter 8 Psychological Disorders and Their Treatment
Epilogue: Why We Do What We Do
Biography
Rolf Reber is a professor of cognitive psychology at the University of Oslo, Norway.
