Psychology
Author : R. H. Ettinger
Publisher :
Page : 900 pages
File Size : 24,43 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781602298781
Principles of Psychology
Author : Fred S. Keller
Publisher : B. F. Skinner Foundation
Page : 506 pages
File Size : 20,62 MB
Release : 2014-06-24
Category : Education
ISBN : 0989983927
Book Description
Keller and Shoenfeld’s Principles of Psychology, published in 1950, was written as an introductory text to be used in the two-semester Psychology 1-2 course at Columbia University. It is a systematic approach in that a small number of functional relations described in B. F. Skinner’s The Behavior of Organisms are introduced and then used throughout to interpret the topics presented in a typical introductory psychology course. K & S was widely influential in familiarizing psychologists and others with the nature and general relevance of Skinner’s approach. It is an outstanding example of clear and interesting technical writing, and its style and topic arrangement have been the basis for a number of subsequent texts. Although old by textbook standards, it is still one of the easiest ways to acquire an accurate repertoire in the science of behavior.
Evolutionary Psychology
Author : Matthew Rossano
Publisher :
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 23,87 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Psychology
ISBN :
Book Description
Written in a lively and engaging manner, this new work places evolutionary psychology within the broad sweep of our primate heritage and the full scope of our evolutionary story. Beginning with the basics of evolution, the book first unpacks the far-ranging saga of human evolution, then moves on to examine motor behavior and emotions, sexual behavior and mate selection, and higher cognition.
Psychology
Author : Neil R. Carlson
Publisher :
Page : 683 pages
File Size : 38,86 MB
Release : 1997
Category : Consciousness
ISBN : 9780205268757
Book Description
One of the major themes of this book is that behaviour can best be understood in the context of its adaptive significance. It emphasizes the biological underpinnings of behaviour, and includes a chapter preview and thought questions that follow each interim summary.
Science And Human Behavior
Author : B.F Skinner
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 484 pages
File Size : 41,77 MB
Release : 2012-12-18
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 1476716153
Book Description
The psychology classic—a detailed study of scientific theories of human nature and the possible ways in which human behavior can be predicted and controlled—from one of the most influential behaviorists of the twentieth century and the author of Walden Two. “This is an important book, exceptionally well written, and logically consistent with the basic premise of the unitary nature of science. Many students of society and culture would take violent issue with most of the things that Skinner has to say, but even those who disagree most will find this a stimulating book.” —Samuel M. Strong, The American Journal of Sociology “This is a remarkable book—remarkable in that it presents a strong, consistent, and all but exhaustive case for a natural science of human behavior…It ought to be…valuable for those whose preferences lie with, as well as those whose preferences stand against, a behavioristic approach to human activity.” —Harry Prosch, Ethics
Behavior and Mind
Author : Howard Rachlin
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 44,7 MB
Release : 1994
Category : Philosophy
ISBN :
Book Description
This book attempts to synthesize two apparently contradictory views of psychology: as the science of internal mental mechanisms and as the science of complex external behavior. Most books in the psychology and philosophy of mind reject one approach while championing the other, but Rachlin argues that the two approaches are complementary rather than contradictory. Rejection of either involves disregarding vast sources of information vital to solving pressing human problems--in the areas of addiction, mental illness, education, crime, and decision-making, to name but a few. Where previous books have focused either on psychology as an abstract science of the mind or as a strictly empirical approach to behavioral problems, this is the only book that attempts to show how the best modern theoretical work on mental mechanisms relates to the best modern empirical work on complex behavioral problems. It will be of considerable interest to psychologists and philosophers across many disciplines and perspectives.
Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behaviour 8th Edition
Author : Richard Gross
Publisher : Hodder Education
Page : 2087 pages
File Size : 11,10 MB
Release : 2020-07-27
Category : Education
ISBN : 1510468463
Book Description
Build a solid foundation for students to develop the skills and knowledge they need to progress with the updated edition of Richard Gross's best-selling introduction to Psychology. This 8th edition of Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behaviour is the essential guide to studying Psychology, helping over half a million students during its 30 years of publication. - Easily access psychological theories and research with user-friendly content and useful features including summaries, critical discussion and research updates. - Develop evaluative skills, with new evaluation boxes, encouraging students to put classic and contemporary studies into context. - Consolidate understanding by identifying common misconceptions. - Stay up to date with revised content and the latest psychological research. - Understand the research process with updated contributions from leading Psychologists including Elizabeth Loftus, Alex Haslam and David Canter.
Introduction to Psychology
Author : Jennifer Walinga
Publisher : Hasanraza Ansari
Page : 810 pages
File Size : 42,98 MB
Release :
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN :
Book Description
This book is designed to help students organize their thinking about psychology at a conceptual level. The focus on behaviour and empiricism has produced a text that is better organized, has fewer chapters, and is somewhat shorter than many of the leading books. The beginning of each section includes learning objectives; throughout the body of each section are key terms in bold followed by their definitions in italics; key takeaways, and exercises and critical thinking activities end each section.
Behavioral Psychology: Understanding Human Behavior
Author : Tom Eccleston
Publisher : Clanrye International
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 31,21 MB
Release : 2018-02-14
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781632407214
Book Description
Behavioral psychology is the scientific study of the behavior exhibited by humans. The behavior is mostly observed in reaction to specific situations. Behavioral psychology integrates principles of philosophy and psychology. This book presents the complex subject of behavioral psychology in the most comprehensible and easy to understand language. From theories to research to practical applications, case studies related to all contemporary topics of relevance to this field have been included herein. It will help the readers in keeping pace with the rapid changes in this field.
Psychology
Author : Michael W. Passer
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Humanities, Social Sciences & World Languages
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 29,70 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780073228860
Book Description
This textbook reflects its authors' experiences both as faculty members who have taught the introductory psychology course several dozen times, and, earlier, as students whose own interest in psychology was sparked by instructors who brought the introductory course to life. The text's flexible organizing framework (Levels of Analysis), depth of research, emphasis on critical thinking, and engaging writing help instructors convey the expanse and excitement of the field of psychology, while maintaining scientific rigor. The new third edition features a separate chapter on intelligence, chapter reorganizations, and updated research throughout.
