Psychology 2e (spring 2020 Edition)
E-Book Overview
Psychology 2e is designed to meet scope and sequence requirements for the single-semester introduction to psychology course. The book offers a comprehensive treatment of core concepts, grounded in both classic studies and current and emerging research. The text also includes coverage of the DSM-5 in examinations of psychological disorders. Psychology incorporates discussions that reflect the diversity within the discipline, as well as the diversity of cultures and communities across the globe.
The second edition contains detailed updates to address comments and suggestions from users. Significant improvements and additions were made in the areas of research currency, diversity and representation, and the relevance and recency of the examples. Many concepts were expanded or clarified, particularly through the judicious addition of detail and further explanation where necessary. Finally, the authors addressed the replication issues in the psychology discipline, both in the research chapter and where appropriate throughout the book.
Senior Contributing Authors
Rose M. Spielman, Formerly of Quinnipiac University
William J. Jenkins, Mercer University
Marilyn D. Lovett, Spelman College
Contributing Authors
Mara Aruguete, Lincoln University
Laura Bryant, Eastern Gateway Community College
Barbara Chappell, Walden University
Kathryn Dumper, Bainbridge State College
Arlene Lacombe, Saint Joseph’s University
Julie Lazzara, Paradise Valley Community College
Tammy McClain, West Liberty University
Barbara B. Oswald, Miami University
Marion Perlmutter, University of Michigan
Mark D. Thomas, Albany State University
E-Book Information
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Toc: Psychology 2e
Preface
1. About OpenStax
2. About OpenStax Resources
3. About Psychology 2e
4. Changes to the Second Edition
5. Additional Resources
6. About the authors
Chapter 1. Introduction to Psychology
1.1. What Is Psychology?*
1.2. History of Psychology*
1.3. Contemporary Psychology*
1.4. Careers in Psychology*
Glossary
Chapter 2. Psychological Research
2.1. Why Is Research Important?*
2.2. Approaches to Research*
2.3. Analyzing Findings*
2.4. Ethics*
Glossary
Chapter 3. Biopsychology
3.1. Human Genetics*
3.2. Cells of the Nervous System*
3.3. Parts of the Nervous System*
3.4. The Brain and Spinal Cord*
3.5. The Endocrine System*
Glossary
Chapter 4. States of Consciousness
4.1. What Is Consciousness?*
4.2. Sleep and Why We Sleep*
4.3. Stages of Sleep*
4.4. Sleep Problems and Disorders*
4.5. Substance Use and Abuse*
4.6. Other States of Consciousness*
Glossary