Theoretical Approaches in Psychology

ISBN-13: 9780415191081 / Angielski / Miękka / 2000 / 240 str.

Matt Jarvis

Opis

Psychology is often considered to be a science. However, it is unique amongst the sciences as it is not governed by a single set of principles or beliefs. Instead, psychologists can draw upon a range of alternative approaches, each of which views the person and the study of the person in very different ways. This text introduces and outlines the six main approaches and considers how each has helped psychologists understand human behaviour, thought and feeling.

Recenzje

"Each approach is so well covered that you really get a feel for each of them. The use of up-to-date references shows how psychology is at the cutting edge of science and social issues." - David Putwain, Abbey Independent College, Manchester, UK

Spis treści

Introduction Behavioural Psychology. Psychodynamic Psychology. Humanistic Psychology. Cognitive Psychology. Cognitive-developmental Psychology. Social Psychology. Biological Psychology 1: Genetic Influence on Behaviour. Biological Approaches 2: Neurophysiology. Study Aids. Glossary. References. Index

O autorze

Matt Jarvis is Senior Teaching Psychologist at Totton College and Totton Sport Academy. His previous publications include Sport Psychology, also in this series.