The history of psychology
2014
eBook
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.
Main title:
The history of psychology / [editor, Helen Dwyer].
Author:
Dwyer, Helen, editorCredo Reference (Firm), distributor
Edition:
[Enhanced Credo edition]
Imprint:
Tucson [Arizona] : Brown Bear Books, [2010]Boston, Massachusetts : Credo Reference, 2014.
Collation:
1 online resource (21 entries) : 35 images ; digital files.
Series title:
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references.Also available in print.Description based on title page of print version.
System details:
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Linking notes:
Print version: 112 pages : illustrations (some color)
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.
Access restrictions:
Access restricted to authorized users and institutions.
ISBN:
9781936333158 (library binding)9781784029791 (electronic version)
Dewey class:
150.9
LC class:
BF81
Language:
English
BRN:
502085
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