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An Introduction To Psychology

An Introduction To Psychology

Angell, James Rowland

Paperback

PhilosophyFiction AnthologiesGeneral Psychology

ISBN10: 1162968796
ISBN13: 9781162968797
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 296
Weight: 0.88
Height: 0.62 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
An Introduction to Psychology by James Rowland Angell is a comprehensive textbook that provides an overview of the core concepts, theories, and methods of psychology. The book is divided into four main sections: the history of psychology, the biological basis of behavior, the cognitive and affective processes that underlie human behavior, and the social and cultural factors that shape our thoughts and actions.The first section of the book explores the origins of psychology as a scientific discipline, tracing its roots from ancient philosophical traditions to the emergence of modern psychology in the late 19th century. The second section delves into the biological foundations of behavior, examining topics such as genetics, the nervous system, and the role of hormones and neurotransmitters in shaping our thoughts and emotions.The third section of the book focuses on the cognitive and affective processes that drive human behavior, including perception, attention, memory, language, motivation, and emotion. The final section of the book explores the social and cultural factors that influence our behavior, including social cognition, group dynamics, cultural norms and values, and the impact of social institutions such as family, education, and religion.Throughout the book, Angell emphasizes the importance of scientific inquiry and critical thinking in psychology, encouraging readers to question assumptions and evaluate evidence. The book is written in clear and accessible language, making it an ideal resource for students and anyone interested in learning more about the fascinating field of psychology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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