The encyclopaedic dictionary of psychology

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Title:

Author:

Davey, Graham.

ISBN:

9780340812525

Publication Information:

London : Hodder Arnold ; New York, NY : Distributed in the USA by Oxford University Press, 2005.

Physical Description:

ix, 484 p. : ill., ports. ; 28 cm.

General Note:

Includes index.

Abstract:

"Psychology continues to be one of the most popular disciplines and the Encyclopaedic Dictionary of Psychology is the complete reference for anyone attempting to study and understand the subject. The entries are up-to-date, reflect the current state of psychological knowledge, and are selected as being relevant to the contemporary psychological curriculum." "This volume is specifically designed to provide an accessible resource of psychological knowledge and definitions at different levels. It is structured in eight separate sections, which cover the core content areas of Developmental, Social, Cognitive, and Biological Psychology, Personality & Individual Differences, and Abnormal, Clinical & Health Psychology, as well as Conceptual & Historical Issues and Research Methods & Statistics in Psychology." "Entries range from brief definitions to more detailed descriptions for important and complex concepts and facts. Many of the definitions are supported with figures and illustrations, as well as recommendations for further reading."--BOOK JACKET.

Subject Term:

Psychology -- Dictionaries.

Psychology -- Encyclopedias.

Psychology -- Encyclopedias -- English.

Added Author:

Davey, Graham.

Electronic Access:

Table of contents only http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/fy0606/2006295343.html
Publisher description http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0640/2006295343-d.html

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The Encyclopaedic Dictionary of Psychology is a core reference for any student of psychology. It is authoritative and accessible, and covers the basic curriculum content of a degree course along with more specialized material in areas of widespread interest. The Encyclopaedic Dictionary presents more than 1500 different entries grouped into 8 thematic topic areas, and on a range of levels from brief definitions to more substantial discussions which allow the reader to obtain a fuller grasp of important terms and concepts. For key issues, the explanation is supported with illustrations, tables and photographs, and relevant contemporary references are provided throughout to allow the reader to pursue more widely their particular interests. The book is comprehensively cross-referenced for ease of use.