Bibliograph

The history of psychology, [editor, Helen Dwyer]

Type

Label

The history of psychology, [editor, Helen Dwyer]

Language

eng

Abstract

This book explores the development of psychology, from its roots in philosophy and natural science to the scientific research of the 19th century. It also charts the emergence and impact of experimental psychology and the development of psychological theories throughout the 20th century

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The history of psychology

Nature of contents

dictionariesbibliography

Oclc number

894230897

Responsibility statement

[editor, Helen Dwyer]

Series statement

Curriculum connections. Psychology

Table Of Contents

Introduction -- Ancient Greek thought -- Early psychology -- Nature and nurture -- Beginnings of scientific psychology -- Functionalism -- Gestalt psychology -- Psychoanalysis -- Phenomenology and humanism -- Behaviorism -- Neuropsychology -- Brain-imaging techniques -- Cognitive psychology -- Psycholinguistics -- Computer simulation -- Evolutionary psychology -- Nonwestern theories of the mind -- Cross-cultural psychology -- Glossary -- Further research

Target audience

juvenile

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