Psychology, 8th Edition

Psychology, 8/e, by Bernstein et al. continues to strike a balance between classical and contemporary topics with a comprehensive, research-oriented approach. The text takes an active learning approach with the use of hallmark pedagogical features such as Linkages, Focus on Research Methods, and Thinking Critically. Features new to the print program include streamlined content, integration of Positive Psychology throughout the text (by Chris Peterson, University of Michigan), and optional four-color "Neuropsychology" and "Industrial/Organizational Psychology" chapters available through Houghton Mifflin Custom Publishing. Leading-edge technology enhancements to the program include static and interactive eBooks; upgraded Flash-enabled Netlabs, Web tutorials, and animations; new interactive Concept Maps; new Active Learning and Critical Thinking Booklets; and a new DVD entitled Revealing Psychology. PREFACE 13 Special Features 14 Chapter Organization 14 Teaching and Learning 16 Support Package 16 Acknowledgments 19 An Integrated Pedagogical System 21 Fostering Scientific Attitudes 22 Demonstrating an Integrated Discipline 23 Powerful Teaching and Learning Tools 24 Presentation Made Easy 25 Ch 1: Introducing Psychology 27 The World of Psychology: An Overview 29 Approaches to the Science of Psychology 43 Human Diversity and Psychology 47 Summary 51 Ch 2: Research in Psychology 53 Thinking Critically About Psychology (or Anything Else) 55 Research Methods in Psychology 60 Statistical Analysis of Research Results 75 Ethical Guidelines for Psychologists 81 Ch 3: Biological Aspects of Psychology 84 The Nervous System 87 The Peripheral Nervous System: Keeping in Touch with the World 93 The Central Nervous System: Making Sense of the World 95 The Chemistry of Psychology 121 The Endocrine System: Coordinating the Internal World 125 The Immune System: Defending the Body 128 Ch 4: Sensation 132 Sensory Systems 134 Hearing 137 Vision 144 The Chemical Senses: Smell and Taste 159 Somatic Senses and the Vestibular System 165 Ch 5: Perception 178 The Perception Paradox 179 Three Approaches to Perception 180 Psychophysics 181 Organizing the Perceptual World 189 Recognizing the Perceptual World 200 Attention 207 Applications of Research on Perception 213 Ch 6: Learning 219 Learning About Stimuli 221 Classical Conditioning: Learning Signals and Associations 223 Operant Conditioning: Learning the Consequences of Behavior 231 Cognitive Processes in Learning 246 Using Research on Learning to Help People Learn 256 Ch 7: Memory 262 The Nature of Memory 263 Storing New Memories 271 Retrieving Memories 278 Forgetting 287 Biological Bases of Memory 294 Applications of Memory Research 299 Ch 8: Cognition and Language 305 Basic Functions of Thought 306 Mental Representations: The Ingredients of Thought 310 Thinking Strategies 315 Problem Solving 321 Decision Making 330 Language 335 Ch 9: Consciousness 351 Analyzing Consciousness 353 Sleeping and Dreaming 362 Hypnosis 372 Psychoactive Drugs 376 Ch 10: Cognitive Abilities 391 Testing for Intelligence 393 Measuring the Quality of Tests 398 Evaluating Intelligence Tests 400 Understanding Intelligence 413 Diversity in Cognitive Abilities 421 Ch 11: Motivation and Emotion 429 Concepts and Theories of Motivation 430 Hunger and Eating 437 Sexual Behavior 445 Achievement Motivation 454 Relations and Conflicts Among Motives 459 The Nature of Emotion 462 Theories of Emotion 467 Communicating Emotion 475 Ch 12: Human Development 482 Exploring Human Development 483 Beginnings 486 Infancy and Childhood: Cognitive Development 490 Infancy and Childhood: Social and Emotional Development 505 Adolescence 520 Adulthood 529 Ch 13: Health, Stress, and Coping 542 Health Psychology 543 Stress and Stressors 545 Stress Responses 548 Stress Mediators: Interactions Between People and Stressors 554 The Physiology and Psychology of Health and Illness 563 Promoting Healthy Behavior 568 Ch 14: Personality 576 The Psychodynamic Approach 578 The Trait Approach 584 The Social-Cognitive Approach 593 The Humanistic Approach 597 Assessing Personality 605 Ch 15: Psychological Disorders 613 Defining Psychological Disorders 615 Explaining Psychological Disorders 617 Classifying Psychological Disorders 622 Anxiety Disorders 629 Somatoform Disorders 636 Dissociative Disorders 637 Mood Disorders 640 Schizophrenia 647 Personality Disorders 654 A Sampling of Other Psychological Disorders 659 Mental Illness and the Law 664 Ch 16: Treatment of Psychological Disorders 669 Basic Features of Treatment 670 Psychodynamic Psychotherapy 672 Humanistic Psychotherapy 676 Behavior Therapy 679 Group, Family, and Couples Therapy 687 Evaluating Psychotherapy 690 Choosing a Therapist 696 Biological Treatments 700 Community Psychology: From Treatment to Prevention 710 Ch 17: Social Cognition 714 Social Influences on the Self 715 Social Perception 719 Attitudes 727 Prejudice and Stereotypes 733 Interpersonal Attraction 739 Ch 18: Social Influence 747 Social Influence 748 Conformity and Compliance 752 Obedience 757 Aggression 762 Altruism and Helping Behavior 770 Cooperation, Competition, and Conflict 778 Group Processes 782 References 787 CREDITS 878 NAME INDEX 882 SUBJECT INDEX/GLOSSARY 909 9780618874071 Cengage Learning

for This Seventh Edition Introductory Text, Bernstein (university Of South Florida) Et Al. Add New Material On Applied Areas Of Psychology And Techniques For Studying The Brain, Along With Expanded Material On Topics Related To Culture And Human Diversity, Such As Ethnic Differences In Iq, Social And Cultural Factors In Sexuality, And Cultural Aspects Of Emotional Expression. There Is Also Updated Coverage Of Behavior Genetics And Evolutionary Psychology. Special Features Of The Text Include Chapter Links, Focus Sections On Critical Thinking And Research Methods, And A Behavioral Genetics Appendix. Annotation © 2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, Or

This new eighth edition of "Psychology" explores the full range of the discipline in a way that is as free as possible from theoretical bias. It balances a thorough examination of the content with an emphasis on the "doing" of psychology through a blend of conceptual discussion and research description