Applied Psychology

"Teach Yourself Applied Psychology" shows how basic psychological processes are relevant to a variety of everyday situations and contexts. From education to occupational psychology, this book provides a comprehensive look at psychology at work and in almost every area of day-to-day living. "Teach Yourself Applied Psychology" covers 18 different areas of applied psychology, from the applications of knowledge, to how psychologists work in the community as a whole, and how psychology is applied to working life and broader aspects of social living. The book includes well-developed but unknown areas such as space psychology and eco-psychology, showing the scope of applied psychology and giving ideas for other areas where psychology could usefully contribute to our everyday lives. This edition also includes a glossary to highlight key terms, and suggestions of further reading and relevant websites to help the reader.