The fifth edition of Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behaviour continues to build on its strong biopsychosocial approach and balancing of classical and contemporary theory. The celebrated pedagogical design has been reinforced with additional pedagogical features and real world issues to offer an exciting and engaging introduction to the study of psychology.The fifth edition has been fully updated to reflect new developments in the field and the scientific approach brings together international research and practical application to encourage critical thinking about psychology and its impact on our societies and daily lives.aKey features:OBrand New! The Bigger Picture takes a step back and reflects on how a subject can be interpreted from different angles. Replacing the Levels of Analysis feature, the Bigger Picture explores not only the biological, psychological and environmental levels, but also cultural and developmental aspects as well.aOBrand New! Learning Goals and Review Questions encourage students to consider the core learnings of each chapter and critically assess their real world implications.aONew and Updated! Psychology at Work interviews from Psychologists in the field are now included in every chapter. They provide a glimpse into their day-to-day work and the career path they have taken since completing a psychology degree.aOResearch Close Ups reflect new research and literature as well as updated critical thinking questions to encourage analysis and evaluation of the findings.aOCurrent issues and hot topics such as, Covid-19, fake news, workplace psychology, social media, prosociality and critical perspectives of positive psychology prompt debates on the questions facing psychologists today.Nigel Holt is Head of Department of Psychology at Aberystwyth University, WalesAndy Bremner is Professor of Developmental Psychology and Head of Education at the University of Birmingham, UKMichael Vliek is an affiliate of the University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands and lectures at the University of Leiden, The NetherlandsEd Sutherland is an Associate Professor in Psychology and Director of Learning and Teaching at the University of Leeds, UKMichael W. Passer is an Associate Teaching Professor at the University of Washington, USARonald E. Smith is Professor Emeritus of Psychology at the University of Washington, USA
Chapter 1 The science of psychology Chapter 2 Studying behaviour scientifically Chapter 3 Evolution, genes, environment and behaviour Chapter 4 The brain and behaviour Chapter 5 Sensation and perception Chapter 6 Consciousness Chapter 7 Learning: the role of experience Chapter 8 Memory Chapter 9 Language and thinking Chapter 10 Intelligence Chapter 11 Lifespan development I: physical and cognitive development Chapter 12 Lifespan development II: social and emotional development Chapter 13 Motivation and emotion Chapter 14 Personality Chapter 15 Social thinking and behaviour Chapter 16 Health psychology: adjusting to life Chapter 17 Psychological disorders Chapter 18 Treatment of psychological disorders
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