The Little Book of Psychology: An Introduction to the Key Psychologists and Theories You Need to Know

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The perfect introduction to the world of psychology for those wanting to gain a general understanding of the topic without having to read a long textbook. A friendly and accessible whirlwind tour of all the key players and theories that you should know about

The Pasiphae Complex affects those who have had a traumatic bovine experience during adolescence (being chased by a bull, a bad milking experience etc.) and, consequently, are 73% more likely to find the works of wood sculptors distasteful. They are also more disposed to having snakes and/or scorpions as household pets.Nowadays, psychology has become a fundamental discipline in the administration of justice. Its direct or indirect intervention in criminal proceedings is indispensable in the attention and treatment of crime or interpersonal and gender violence, as well as other personal rights conflicts.

Childhood is the most important stage of life, since it is the period in which the child develops his first attachments and social bonds, his personality, his self-esteem, his resources… in short, childhood is the stage where the child forms an idea about himself, the world and the future, an idea that will remain stable during the adult stage and will be the basis of his psychological well-being. From cognitive to behavioral psychology, this stimulating guide covers all major schools in the field. It includes doctrines and quotes from major thinkers including Sigmund Freud, Noam Chomsky, and Kurt Lewin. Small biography boxes provide brief biographical details of all the thinkers. The book is written in an accessible and engaging style, making it an easy read for anyone who is new to psychology or wants to refresh their understanding of the subject. The author also uses practical examples to illustrate complex psychological concepts and theories, making it easier for readers to understand and apply them in their daily lives. The book includes up-to-date research and studies, ensuring that readers are introduced to the latest findings and developments in the field of psychology. With so many different mental health conditions and understandings of the human mind still developing it is interesting to have an understanding of just how far things have come in the field of psychology and a little about some of the beliefs of the major names in the field and that is exactly what this book sets out to do. This is not a book which is aiming to delve deep into psychology but is instead to give an overview of some theories, beliefs and understandings of psychology and enable the reader to gain some comprehension of the field so they can see if this is something they may wish to do a deep dive on.How does the brain remember faces? What makes us choose one decision over another? Where does language come from? Can we really measure intelligence? I haven't read much from Psychology so I found the book very fascinating. Specially Sigmund Freud's biological approach for psychology where he explains how concious and unconscious mind correlates and work together. ⁣ Child psychology is the study of a child’s behavior from birth to adolescence. In this analysis, the specialist will deal with the phenomena and irregularities of the child’s psychic development. This branch of psychology focuses on the evolution of the physical, motor, cognitive, perceptive, affective and social aspects.

A great launch pad for those interested in the field of Psychology. Introducing many of the prominent early thinkers and their ideas within the broader context of 6 different approaches in the field, this introductory work serves as a catalyst for further research into particular areas that may spark your interest. DK’s The Little Book of Psychologyanswers all these questions and provides an insight into this fascinating field of science. Whether you are a student, an expert, a novice, or have a general interest in the human mind, this portable guide is the perfect choice to start exploring and understanding psychology.

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Also I found the concept 'Classical conditioning' very interesting. It explains how mind associate good or bad reaction to different things. I think the habit formation basis lies somewhere beneath that concept.⁣