Full Description
Students will find "PSYCH," 8th Edition, appealing because it is concise, visually engaging and easy to navigate. The modular structure breaks content into short, manageable sections, making studying less overwhelming. Vibrant graphics, real-life examples and current research keep material relatable and interesting. Interactive digital tools in MindTap -- such as quizzes, videos and simulations -- help reinforce concepts in an engaging way. The clear, conversational writing style avoids unnecessary jargon, making psychology easier to understand. Additionally, features like self-assessments, applications and a new pedagogical package with Section Reviews and Reflect and Relate items allow students to connect the subject matter to their own lives, increasing motivation and retention.
Contents
1. What is Psychology?
2. Biology and Psychology.
3. Sensation and Perception.
4. Consciousness.
5. Learning.
6. Memory: Remembrance of Things Past—and Future.
7. Thinking, Language, and Intelligence.
8. Motivation and Emotion.
9. The Voyage through the Life Span.
10. Personality: Theory and Measurement.
11. Stress, Health, and Coping.
12. Psychological Disorders.
13. Methods of Therapy.
14. Social Psychology.
15. Gender and Sexuality.
