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Whether you're new to the science of behavior and mental processes or just brushing up on a favorite old subject, CliffsQuickReview Psychology can help. This guide helps you understand the human brain. Inside, you'll find out about
- The history of psychology
- Research methods
- Developmental psychology
- Biological bases of behavior
- Perception
- Sensation
CliffsQuickReview Psychology is an invaluable reference for those who want to understand complex psychological processes, including environmental factors, processing thoughts, and memory. Here are just a few of more things you'll learn about:
- Sleep
- Emotions
- Behavior modification
- Nature and nurture
- Personality
- Abnormal psychology
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Table of Contents
Introduction.
Research Methods in Psychology.
Biological Bases of Behavior.
Sensation.
Perception.
Consciousness.
Learning.
Motivation.
Emotions.
Stress and Health.
Developmental Psychology: Infancy and Childhood.
Developmental Psychology: Adolescence and Adulthood.
Personality.
Abnormal Psychology.
Treatments.
Social Psychology.
Intelligence.
Memory.
Cognition and Language.
Diversity Issues.
Appendix.
Measurement and Statistical Procedures.