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Discover 'A Dictionary of Psychology,' a comprehensive reference that features over 11,000 definitions spanning all branches of psychology. Published by Oxford University Press in 2015, this authoritative resource is essential for students, educators, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of the human mind. Covering key domains such as cognitive psychology, sensation, perception, emotion, motivation, learning, and language, this dictionary provides clear and concise descriptions for each entry. It also delves into related fields including psychoanalysis, psychiatry, the neurosciences, and statistics.
With extensive cross-referencing, this fourth edition has been meticulously updated in line with the latest literature, including significant revisions responding to the DSM-5. Not only does it define terms, but it also explores word origins and derivations to enhance understanding. Enhanced by over 100 illustrations, 'A Dictionary of Psychology' further enriches your learning experience.
In addition, you will find appendices covering over 800 commonly used abbreviations, symbols, and a comprehensive list of phobias with definitions. Perfect for both novice learners and seasoned professionals, this dictionary is an invaluable tool for anyone seeking a deeper knowledge of psychology.
NOTE: Shipping for this item is FREE! Please allow 15 days for shipping from our Auckland warehouse, ensuring no unexpected import charges, customs duties, or taxes. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780199657681. Pages: 896.
NOTE: Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780199657681
Year: 2015
Publisher: Oxford University Press UK
Pages: 896
Description:
Including more than 11,000 definitions, this authoritative and up-to-date dictionary covers all branches of psychology. Clear, concise descriptions for each entry offer extensive coverage of key areas including cognition, sensation and perception, emotion and motivation, learning and skills, language, mental disorder, and research methods. The range of entries extends to related disciplines including psychoanalysis, psychiatry, the neurosciences, and statistics.
Entries are extensively cross-referenced for ease of use, and cover word origins and derivations as well as definitions. More than 100 illustrations complement the text.This fourth
edition has incorporated a large number of significant revisions and additions, many in response to the 2013 publication of the American Psychiatric Association's latest edition of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, bringing the Dictionary fully up to date with the most recent literature of the subject.In addition to the alphabetical entries, the dictionary also includes appendices covering over 800 commonly used abbreviations and
symbols, as well as a list of phobias and phobic stimuli, with definitions. Comprehensive and clearly written, this dictionary is an invaluable work of reference for students, lecturers, and the
general reader with an interest in psychology.
With extensive cross-referencing, this fourth edition has been meticulously updated in line with the latest literature, including significant revisions responding to the DSM-5. Not only does it define terms, but it also explores word origins and derivations to enhance understanding. Enhanced by over 100 illustrations, 'A Dictionary of Psychology' further enriches your learning experience.
In addition, you will find appendices covering over 800 commonly used abbreviations, symbols, and a comprehensive list of phobias with definitions. Perfect for both novice learners and seasoned professionals, this dictionary is an invaluable tool for anyone seeking a deeper knowledge of psychology.
NOTE: Shipping for this item is FREE! Please allow 15 days for shipping from our Auckland warehouse, ensuring no unexpected import charges, customs duties, or taxes. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780199657681. Pages: 896.
NOTE: Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780199657681
Year: 2015
Publisher: Oxford University Press UK
Pages: 896
Description:
Including more than 11,000 definitions, this authoritative and up-to-date dictionary covers all branches of psychology. Clear, concise descriptions for each entry offer extensive coverage of key areas including cognition, sensation and perception, emotion and motivation, learning and skills, language, mental disorder, and research methods. The range of entries extends to related disciplines including psychoanalysis, psychiatry, the neurosciences, and statistics.
Entries are extensively cross-referenced for ease of use, and cover word origins and derivations as well as definitions. More than 100 illustrations complement the text.This fourth
edition has incorporated a large number of significant revisions and additions, many in response to the 2013 publication of the American Psychiatric Association's latest edition of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, bringing the Dictionary fully up to date with the most recent literature of the subject.In addition to the alphabetical entries, the dictionary also includes appendices covering over 800 commonly used abbreviations and
symbols, as well as a list of phobias and phobic stimuli, with definitions. Comprehensive and clearly written, this dictionary is an invaluable work of reference for students, lecturers, and the
general reader with an interest in psychology.