Psychology For Dummies
3. Edition October 2020
416 Pages, Softcover
Professional Book
Further versions
Find out what makes you--and everyone else--tick
Psychology For Dummies takes you on the challenging and thrilling adventure into the astonishing science of why we do the things we do. Along the way you'll find out how psychology helps us improve our relationships, make better decisions, be more effective in our careers, and avoid stress and mental illness in difficult times.
In a friendly, jargon-free style, clinical psychologist and teacher Adam Cash uses practical examples to delve deep into the maze of the human mind: from the basic hardware, software, and "wetware" of our brains to the mysteries of consciousness and the murkier reaches of abnormal behavior. He also provides profound insights into our wants and needs, the differences between psychological approaches, and how positive psychology can help you lead the "good life" that fulfills you most.
* Gain insights into identity and the self
* Cope with stress and illness
* Maintain psychological health
* Make informed choices when seeking counseling
Whether you're new to the unconscious or an established devotee of Freud and pharmacology, Psychology For Dummies is your essential guide to the examined life--and what can make it even more worth living!
Part 1: Getting Started with Psychology 5
Chapter 1: The Purpose of Psychology 7
Chapter 2: Thinking and Behaving as a Psychologist 15
Part 2: Picking Your Brain (and Body) 37
Chapter 3: Brains, Genes, and Behavior 39
Chapter 4: From Sensation to Perception 59
Chapter 5: Exploring Consciousness 73
Part 3: Thinking and Feeling and Acting 85
Chapter 6: Thinking and Speaking 87
Chapter 7: Needing, Wanting, Feeling 117
Chapter 8: Barking up the Learning Tree: Dogs, Cats, and Rats 147
Part 4: Me, You, and Everything in Between 167
Chapter 9: Myself and I 169
Chapter 10: Connecting 187
Chapter 11: Getting Along or Not 207
Chapter 12: Growing Up with Psychology 229
Chapter 13: Psychology in the Digital Age 249
Part 5: Adapting and Struggling 261
Chapter 14: Coping When Life Gets Rough 263
Chapter 15: Modern Abnormal Psychology 279
Part 6: Repairing, Healing, and Thriving 307
Chapter 16: Testing, Assessment, and Evaluation 309
Chapter 17: We Can Help! 327
Chapter 18: Be Positive! Fostering Wellness, Growth, and Strength 359
Part 7: The Part of Tens 371
Chapter 19: Ten Tips for Maintaining Psychological Well-Being 373
Chapter 20: Ten Great Psychological Movies and Shows 379
Index 387
