Discovering Psychology 5e

Popular because of its use of relatable stories and anecdotes, Discovering Psychology 5e – ISBN 9781429216500 is written for entry-level psychology students and even non-majors who are interested in the workings of the mind. Authors Don H. Hockenbury and Sandra E. Hockenbury introduces the subject by dedicating an entire chapter to its history and origin, then progress to a discussion of contemporary psychology and the many types of research methods used in the field (including the scientific method, descriptive research methods, and experimental method). Discovering Psychology 5e also tackles the areas of neuroscience, behavior, sensation, perception, and consciousness, and offers detailed chapters about learning , motivation, emotion, personality and even psychological disorders and therapies. The end-of-chapter reviews and appendices are very helpful. Topics include science versus pseudoscience, culture and human behavior, and enhancing well-being through psychology. Hockenbury and Hockenbury make it easy for readers to understand each key concept by adding engaging anecdotes and relatable stories that not only explain the principles but also connect to the readers, thereby enticing them to learn more. Already on its 5th edition, Discovering Psychology has been revised to include more appendices and artwork. Students now have access to supplements for understanding data with the use of descriptive and inferential statistics, industrial and organizational psychology (which deals with topics like the trends and issues in a work place), and types of training. Like previous editions, Discovering Psychology 5e is a compelling read that is difficult to put down. It is available for sale and for rent.