This unique book closes the gap between psychology textbooks and the research that made them possible. Its journey through the “headline history” of psychology presents 40 of the most famous, most influential studies in the history of the science, and subsequent follow-up studies that expanded their findings and relevance. Readers are granted a valuable insider's look at the studies that continue to be cited most frequently, stirred up the most controversy when they were published, sparked the most subsequent related research, opened new fields of psychological exploration, and changed most dramatically man's knowledge of human behavior. Studies examined cover the following areas: biology and human behavior; perception and consciousness; learning and conditioning; intelligence, cognition, and memory; human development; emotion and motivation; personality; psychopathology; psychotherapy; and social psychology. For individuals interested in the evolution of psychological study and its impact on the field.

Forty Studies That Changed Psychology: Explorations into the History of Psychological Research (4th Edition)

Roger R. Hock

History

PRENTICE/HALL

With an interpersonal focus, Hock's Human Sexuality emphasizes the choice, awareness and responsibility that is integral to a planned, proactive, and well-educated sexual philosophy. Using an interpersonal, psycho-social foundation that approaches core content from a student perspective, this text focuses on the topics that are most critical and of greatest relevance to the students’ diverse personal lives and their interactions with others. Written in a casual, easy-to-read, conversational style that will help them be more comfortable with and more connected to the course material, Roger Hock encourages and challenges students to consolidate the ideas and knowledge gained from the text into the growth of his or her personal sexual philosophy.

Human Sexuality

Self-Help

Pearson College Div

This book is a collection of 40 landmark psychological studies gathered from numerous texts and scientific journals. Each chapter contains an exact reference for locating the original study; the background leading up to the study; and the hypotheses on which the research rests. It is intended for professionals and all those interested in the psychological research process.

Forty studies that changed psychology: Explorations into the history of psychological research

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Psychology & Counseling

NOTE: You are purchasing a standalone product; MyPsychLab® does not come packaged with this content. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MyPsychLab search for 0134224906 / 9780134224909 Human Sexuality plus MyPsychLab – Access Card Package, 4/e Package consists of: • 0133971384 / 9780133971385 Human Sexuality, 4/e (Casebound) • 0134206304 / 9780134206301 MyPsychLab Access Card MyPsychLab should only be purchased when required by an instructor. For courses in Human Sexuality Help each student develop a sexual philosophy based on choice, awareness, and responsibility Human Sexuality presents a relatable overview of the discipline that inspires students to think critically about the sexual world and their place in it. By taking an interpersonal approach and encouraging each student to develop a personal sexual philosophy, author Roger Hock helps students connect the material covered to their real-life decisions and behaviors, boosting engagement with the course. Sensitivity to diverse groups — not only in terms of race and ethnicity, but also in terms of sexual orientation, age, sexual knowledge, and sexual experience — allows all students to feel as comfortable and open about sexual topics as possible. The Fourth Edition includes updated data as well as coverage of contemporary issues that dominate today's headlines to ensure currency and relevancy. Also available with MyPsychLab® MyPsychLab for the Human Sexuality course extends learning online to engage students and improve results. Media resources with assignments bring concepts to life, and offer students opportunities to practice applying what they’ve learned. Please note: this version of MyPsychLab does not include an eText. Human Sexuality, Fourth Edition is also available via REVEL™, an immersive learning experience designed for the way today's students read, think, and learn.

Human Sexuality, 4th Edition

Pearson

Psychology, 2nd Edition

Amy J. Marin

Pearson/Education

Forty Studies that Changed Psychology

Pearson Education US

Forty Studies That Changed Psychology

Pearson\Prentice Hall

This unique book closes the gap between psychology textbooks and the research that made them possible by offering a first hand glimpse into 40 of the most famous studies in the history of the field, and subsequent studies that expanded upon each study's influence. Readers are able to grasp the process and excitement of scientific discovery as they experience an insider's look at the studies that continue today to be cited most frequently, stirred up the most controversy when they were first published, sparked the most subsequent related research, opened new fields of psychological exploration, and changed most dramatically our knowledge of human behavior.

Forty Studies that Changed Psychology: Explorations into the History of Psychological Research

Pearson Rent

See the best price to sell, buy, or rent books by Roger R. Hock. BookScouter helps to compare book prices from 25+ online bookstores and 30+ buyback vendors with a single search.

Books by Roger R. Hock