This is a title in the modular Principles in Psychology Series, designed for A-level and other introductory courses, aiming to provide students embarking on psychology courses with the necessary background and context. One aspect of this is to consider contemporary psychology in the light of its historical development. Another aspect is to examine some of the major controversies which have dominated psychology over the centuries. Yet another aspect is to consider some of the major areas of psychology (eg social, developmental, cognitive) in terms of what they have to offer in the quest for an...
This is a title in the modular Principles in Psychology Series, designed for A-level and other introductory courses, aiming to provide students embark...
A title in the modular Principles of Psychology series, designed for A-level and other introductory courses. While normal individuals obviously differ from each other in various ways, psychologists have emphasized differences in intelligence and personality. This emphasis is reflected in the book, and various different views are discussed at length.
A title in the modular Principles of Psychology series, designed for A-level and other introductory courses. While normal individuals obviously differ...
This textbook covers aspects of animal behaviour featured in both A-Level Psychology and Social Biology courses. It includes accounts and discussions of imprinting, maternal behaviour, courtship and territoriality, social organization, and animal communication. Throughout the book the principle of behavioural diversity is built upon to show the complexities of animal behaviour and its relationship with the social and physical environment. The issues and perspectives arising from evolutionary theory are explored, and the need to utilize multiple levels of analysis in the understanding of...
This textbook covers aspects of animal behaviour featured in both A-Level Psychology and Social Biology courses. It includes accounts and discussions ...
Social representation theory is a major theoretical framework in European social psychology, yet this is the first single text to cover the main concepts, issues and debates in the field. Loosely based around a translation of Wolfgang Wagner's classic text Alltagsdiskurs (currently only available in German), this is an all new book, approaching the major theoretical, epistemological and empirical frameworks of modern social representation research in a fresh way, reflecting the considerable changes of the past decade.
Social representation theory is a major theoretical framework in European social psychology, yet this is the first single text to cover the main conce...
Effective team work is a key factor in a successful organization. It encourages hard work and focused coordination, and has a big influence on job satisfaction and organizational loyalty. Team work can also play a major role influencing organizational change and direction. Now fully revised and updated this essential text will aid the reader in their quest to achieve these highly desirable features in today's ever changing business environment.These issues are illustrated with practical examples and current case studies explaining the principles of good team management practice. It will allow...
Effective team work is a key factor in a successful organization. It encourages hard work and focused coordination, and has a big influence on job sat...
This textbook brings social psychology up-to-date, including material on social networking, gaming, and other aspects of modern living as well as covering established theories, debates and research. The book explores a number of fascinating topics, including:
Both traditional and contemporary theories of social influence
How our personal psychology is shaped by our interactions with other people
How social psychological insights have been applied in various aspects of modern life
Intended as a...
This textbook brings social psychology up-to-date, including material on social networking, gaming, and other aspects of modern living as well as c...
This textbook brings social psychology up-to-date, including material on social networking, gaming, and other aspects of modern living as well as covering established theories, debates and research. The book explores a number of fascinating topics, including:
Both traditional and contemporary theories of social influence
How our personal psychology is shaped by our interactions with other people
How social psychological insights have been applied in various aspects of modern life
Intended as a...
This textbook brings social psychology up-to-date, including material on social networking, gaming, and other aspects of modern living as well as c...
In this book we have aimed to give you, the reader, an introduction to some of the basic theoretical concepts in psychology and to show how they have been applied in a range of professional areas. Psychology is a subject that most of us are interested in, and in this text we have tried to show what a versatile discipline psychology is and what an exciting subject it can be to study. The book is designed to show the connections between the various areas of applied psychology. For the most part, applied psychologists tend to produce specialist texts which are relevant to their own area of work....
In this book we have aimed to give you, the reader, an introduction to some of the basic theoretical concepts in psychology and to show how they have ...
