Archive for March, 2010
How has psychobiology been a persistant theme in the history of psychology?
I need some spicific examples…. Click Here to Read More
Cognitive Psychology: What are the practical implications of memory failure?
What are the practical implications of memory failure, form a cognitive psychology perspective? A good answer will be…. Click Here to Read More
Psychosomatic Medicine

ISBN13: 9780781760461Condition: USED – VERY GOODNotes: Product DescriptionPsychosomatic Medicine is a book and DVD package providing a fresh approach to mastering the concepts and practice of modern consult-liaison psychiatry for residents and practitioners. The comprehensive 2-color book includes psychosomatic medicine symptoms, diagnostic dilemmas, and the interaction between numerous physical and psychiatric conditions. The bonus DVD features the fully searchable text, references, questions and answers, Power Point lectures, and trial versions of psychosomatic medicine software applications. Psychosomatic…. Click Here to Read More
The Quiet Room: A Journey Out of the Torment of Madness

ISBN13: 9780446671330Condition: NEWNotes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark. Product DescriptionSchiller’s gripping, heart-rending and ultimately triumphant story of her journey into madness and back to reality is told through the voices of Lori and her family, friends and doctor, and captures a rare, astoundingly vivid view into the inner life of a schizophrenic. “A stunning story of courage, persistence, and hope.”–Publishers Weekly. The Quiet Room: A Journey Out of the Torment of…. Click Here to Read More
Experimental Design and Statistics for Psychology: A First Course

Product DescriptionExperimental Design and Statistics for Psychology: A First Course is a concise, straighforward and accessible introduction to the design of psychology experiments and the statistical tests used to make sense of their results.Makes abundant use of charts, diagrams and figures. Assumes no prior knowledge of statistics. Invaluable to all psychology students needing a firm grasp of the basics, but tackling of some of the topic’s more complex, controversial issues will also fire the imagination of more ambitious students. Covers different aspects of experimental design, including dependent versus independent variables, levels of treatment, experimental control, random…. Click Here to Read More

Why Child Psychology Programs Are So Important
I think that the realisation, slowly albeit, that the mind of the child is the most important part of their developmental regime has become more and more obvious to parents all over the world. When looking at the issue of child psychology, we look at how the mind of a child works. Loosely, we understand that they make sense of the world through the use of association, and this is because the thinking part of their mind is actually their subconscious, not their rationale and critical thought faculties. This is not because they do not have it, but simply because they have not developed it to their fullest extent yet. One thing you need to know about child psychology is that the mind of a…. Click Here to Read More
Physical Illness and Depression in Older Adults – A Handbook of Theory, Research, and Practice

Product DescriptionWith people living longer, often with chronic illnesses and disabilities, it is becoming increasingly important to understand how depression, disability, and physical illnesses are interrelated, the mechanisms underlying these interrelationships, and their implications for diagnosis and treatment. This volume synthesizes a carefully selected portion of the knowledge about physical illness and depression that has emerged during the past twenty years. Physical Illness and Depression in Older Adults – A Handbook of Theory, Research, and Practice…. Click Here to Read More
Favorite Activities for the Teaching of Psychology

ISBN13: 9781433803499Condition: NEWNotes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark. Product DescriptionThe most popular activities from APA’s successful Activities Handbooks for the Teaching of Psychology are gathered together and updated in this book of teachers’ favorites. The lesson plans, which encourage active learning and involve the whole class, have stood the test of time and proven themselves to be entertaining, effective, and easy to plan. Contributed by psychology teachers nationwide, the activities are most appropriate for courses at the college undergraduate or high school level, yet many are also applicable to more advanced classes. Both beginner and experienced…. Click Here to Read More
Resources on furthering education after psychology degree?
I am looking for information on furthering my education as it relates to my bachelors in psychology. I thought about going back to school for something else but don’t want to scrap my degree. Does anyone know where I can find information on different graduate programs and what jobs they may lead to? Especially what jobs they may lead to….. Click Here to Read More
A History of Psychology in Letters

Product DescriptionThe private thoughts, emotions, hopes, and frustrations contained in this collection of letters written by key figures in psychology provide rich insight into the development of the field. From John Locke writing parenting advice in 17th century Holland to Kenneth B. Clark responding to the impact of his research on the 19th century Brown v. Board decision, this book illustrates the history of the psychology in a direct, engaging manner. Uses primary source materials to provide students with a unique view of the story of psychology.Features an introduction to historiography, focusing on how historians use manuscript collections in their work.Includes chapter-opening…. Click Here to Read More
Can you recomend a good general psychology textbook?
I have the Psychology for Dummies which I think has great information and covers everything, but I can’t stand the inane tone. Any…. Click Here to Read More





