von Daniel Schacter Daniel Gilbert Daniel Wegner Bruce Hood
Third European Edition
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Beschreibung
This globally-focused and renowned textbook spans the entire discipline of psychology - from the fundamental principles of psychology as a science, to more nuanced approaches in core disciplines such as cognitive, developmental, social and personality psychology.
In-depth and yet written with irresistible enthusiasm and humour by a world-renowned team of psychologists and researchers, this book is a complete course companion for all undergraduate psychology students. It is both engaging and yet scientifically sound and theoretically rigorous. The only book students need as they begin their study of psychology.
Students will love learning from this fantastic introductory text. Its novel 'mindbugs' approach uses quirks of the mind to lend insights into how the brain works, making it both original and cutting-edge. Written by psychology superstars, this edition has been adapted for a British/European audience by high-profile professor of experimental psychology, Bruce Hood, Bristol University. It is written in a trulyengaging style which students will find fresh, entertaining and accessible.
The book is strong on the real-world applications of psychological science from around the globe, whilst placing each area of psychology firmly in historical context. It is the only adaptation of a new book rooted in the research methodologies and student experience of today.
Coverage – the book covers all major curriculum subjects, making it a perfect fit for any introductory psychology course in the UK, Europe and beyond
Rigorous science – the authors are renowned psychologists in their respective fields
Author team – aside from their impeccable academic credentials, the authors all write successful books for the popular market
Pedagogy and Relatability - the book focuses content around several distinctive features, including the well-received ‘Hot Science’ and ‘Psychomythology’ which help students relate the hard science to their lives and experiences outside of the classroom.
Superb on Neuroscience – this field of psychology remains the hottest ticket in town and its coverage here is still unparalleled
Strong coverage of social, developmental and memory psychology
An online Lecturer manual contains lecture suggestions, discussion questions, class exercises, a media planner and a BPS syllabus matrix
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New 'Happiness Hacks' feature addresses the growing awareness of student psychological wellbeing, the threats to it and ways to bolster it – increasingly a priority for universities and for students themselves.
New 'Cross-Cultural Comparison' feature moves the perspective away from assuming a default western readership.