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Hilgard's Introduction to Psychology

by Rita L. Atkinson, Richard C. Atkinson, Edward E. Smith, Daryl J. Bem, Susan Nolen-Hoeksema · 1971

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This classic, comprehensive, and scholarly text captures the dynamic nature of contemporary psychology. Controversial issues are discussed in point/counterpoint essays in "Contemporary Voices in Psychology" boxes. Research is applied to real world problems in "Frontiers of Psychological Research" boxes. A biological orientation, a trend which is changing the way psychological topics are viewed, is exemplified by integrated bio-evolutionary research and coverage.

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psychologypsychologyMore like thisLess of thissciencescienceMore like thisLess of thiseducationeducationMore like thisLess of thishealthhealthMore like thisLess of this
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mental healthmental healthMore like thisLess of this
Audience
adult
Length
epic · 776 pages

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