Description
This text gives a general introduction to the subject but in a way that demonstrates its applicability to their work and to everyday life, whilst remaining academically grounded. It demonstrates how psychology can make a practical difference in the 'real world'. Topics covered include emotions, motivation, social life and the lifespan.
About the Author
Reviews
"... The writing is lucid, the "scenes from life" are uniformly excellent...Highly recommended." (The Journal of Mental Health, December 2006)
Book Information
ISBN 9780470869895
Author Kenneth T. Strongman
Format Paperback
Page Count 302
Imprint John Wiley & Sons Inc
Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc
Weight(grams) 572g
Dimensions(mm) 244mm * 170mm * 18mm
- Basic, up-to-date introduction to psychological concepts
- Practical exercises and techniques
- Scene setting examples from real life
About the Author
Kenneth Strongman is Pro-Vice Chancellor, College of Arts, at the University of Canterbury, New Zealand. He has published several books on emotion, emotional experience and its implications, including The Psychology of Emotion: From Everyday Life to Theory, now in its fifth edition. He has also published numerous papers, and written extensively at the popular level.
Reviews
"... The writing is lucid, the "scenes from life" are uniformly excellent...Highly recommended." (The Journal of Mental Health, December 2006)
Book Information
ISBN 9780470869895
Author Kenneth T. Strongman
Format Paperback
Page Count 302
Imprint John Wiley & Sons Inc
Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc
Weight(grams) 572g
Dimensions(mm) 244mm * 170mm * 18mm
