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Psychology
Six Perspectives
- Dodge Fernald - Harvard University, USA
Other Titles in:
History of Psychology | Psychological Theory & Systems (General) | Psychology (General)
History of Psychology | Psychological Theory & Systems (General) | Psychology (General)
July 2007 | 408 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc
Addressing six perspectives, this textbook offers the framework for a conceptual understanding of modern psychology. It examines the similarities and differences among basic concepts, theories, research, and practice, thereby portraying the fundamental dimensions in this multi-faceted field.
1. An Emerging Science
2. Research Methods
3. Biological Psychology
4. Psychoanalysis
5. Behaviorism
6. Humanistic Psychology
7. Cognitive Psychology
8. Evolutionary Psychology
9. Socio-Cultural Foundations
10. Psychology and Society
A very good resource-particulary for post grad
Social & General Studies Department, Cork Institute of Technology
September 25, 2012
excellent book to gain a good fundamental knowledge of the differing approaches
Health, Social Care & Access Dept, Swindon College
September 6, 2012
Really good, easy to read - theoretical perspectives are well presented. will recommend to undergraduate social work students.
Havering College of FE & HE, Havering College of Further and Higher Education
March 10, 2011
This is a very good back. If I had the time I would have added it to essential reading. Very good and easy to read.
Social Policy, Havering College of Further and Higher Education
October 12, 2010
Excellent overview of competing theoretical approaches.
Psychology Dept, University of West Georgia
September 8, 2010
