Theoretical Issues in Psychology : An Introduction

Retaining its authoritative overview of theoretical issues in psychology and introducing the underlying philosophies that underpin them, the 3rd edition of Theoretical Issues in Psychology incorporates new insights in philosophy of science and philosophical psychology and includes up to date developments in cognition, cognitive neuroscience and evolution. This edition includes even more psychological content alongside the philosophical approaches to show clearly how these interrelate, ensuring you can link debates covered by the book to your wider studies. Key features of this new edition include: - Essential key references, concise paragraphs and additional summaries throughout to help your studies and focus on key areas of knowledge - Textboxes with definitions and key concepts to help understanding and relate to issues and ideas - New material on consciousness and evolutionary psychology, new developments in philosophy of mind, philosophy of science, and evolutionary psychology. Bem & de Jong's textbook remains essential for students taking courses in conceptual and historical issues in psychology, philosophy of psychology or theoretical psychology.