Psychology : An Introduction

by Morris, Charles G.; Maisto, Albert A.

• ISBN13: 9780130320148
• ISBN10: 0130320145
• Edition: 11th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2002-01-01
• Publisher: Prentice Hall

Summary

For courses in Introductory Psychology.Students and professors consistently turn to this best-selling introductory psychology textbook for a solid, balanced foundation of core material, grounded in good research. Classic studies are carefully integrated with the most up-to-date research to provide students with an accurate and current view of the field. Unique pedagogy challenges students with critical thinking exercises, and technology provides them with online activities to review and reinforce what they have learned. The discussions of current examples, cross-cultural and gender concerns, and enduring issues that bring the field together provide students with exactly what they need to know to achieve success in introductory psychology.

Table of Contents

The Science of Psychology	1	(36)
The Biological Basis of Behavior	37	(26)
Sensation and Perception	63	(76)
States of Consciousness	139	(44)
Learning	183	(44)
Memory	227	(38)
Cognition and Language	265	(46)
Intelligence and Mental Abilities	311	(42)
Motivation and Emotion	353	(58)
Life Span Development	411	(38)
Personality	449	(36)
Stress and Health Psychology	485	(32)
Psychological Disorders	517	(42)
Therapies	559	(40)
Social Psychology	599	(25)
Appendix A Measurement and Statistical Methods	624	(12)
Appendix B Industrial/Organizational Psychology	636