A Student's Dictionary of Psychology, 3Ed (Arnold Student Reference)

by Nicky Hayes (Author), Peter Stratton (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1998

  $5.36

  A handbook of accessible and authoritative explanations of the terms and concepts in use in the field of psychology. Psychology draws on a range of disciplines from medicine to the social sciences, and its terminology can be confusing for those encountering the subject for the first time. This dictionary uses clear, unambiguous language and examples to introduce basic concepts used in psychology courses. This third edition has been updated and new material added, particularly in the field of health psychology, neuroscience and social and developmental psychology. It also includes vignettes of the most important and famous psychologists, and is aimed at undergraduate and A-level students of psychology.

• Used

  Paperback
  1988

  $3.25

  Psychology is a subject that draws on a wide range of disciplines, from medicine to the social sciences and students necessarily need a large working knowledge of the terms and concepts in current usage. This dictionary is designed to help those beginning courses in psychology to understand the many new concepts and terms they will encounter. It is suitable for students on psychology A level courses, further education psychology courses and first year psychology courses at universities and polytechnics.