Overview
Prepared by Dr. Shahé Kazarian, PhD and Dr. Mike Boisvert, PhD, this book provides a solid foundation in the basic principles of psychology that is accessible to a general-arts audience without sacrificing accuracy, currency, or scope of coverage. This text introduces psychological research methods and perspectives, reviews the biological basis for intellectual and sensory function, and introduces the most common psychological disturbances and diseases. Sleep problems and the effect of drugs on psychology are introduced, as are salient theories of learning, motivation, and personality. The basics are delivered with clarity and precision, and are tested by means of insightful and thought-provoking exercises.
Top ∧New to the Second Edition
- Fully revised to include the latest updates in psychological research and understanding
- Highlighted boxes in each chapter draw attention to practical applications and the controversies inherent in the principles discussed in law enforcement
- New focus on the impact of increasing diversity in the ranks of law enforcement
- New chapter on memory, intelligence and problem solving outlines one of the leading causes of wrongful conviction: inaccurate eyewitness identification and the role that the fragility of memory plays in this phenomena
- Each chapter begins with a Preview Scenario that leads into the content of the chapter
- Includes exercises, review, and discussion questions at the end of each chapter
- Features a detailed glossary that defines key terms in a clear and precise manner
- Explains the biological basis for behaviour and the relationship between biology and psychology
- Points to Remember at the end of each chapter summarize the significant information in each chapter
- Practical discussion of psychology and how it relates to common law enforcement procedures, such as lineups and other elements of eyewitness memory
- Instructor’s Resources
- Includes an Instructor’s Guide with PowerPoint presentations
Top ∧Content Summary
Preface to the Second Edition
Preface to the First Edition
- Chapter 1: Psychology and the Scientific Method
- Chapter 2: Biological Basis of Behaviour
- Chapter 3: Sensation and Perception
- Chapter 4: States of Consciousness
- Chapter 5: Learning
- Chapter 6: Memory, Intelligence, and Problem Solving
- Chapter 7: Motivation and Emotion
- Chapter 8: Personality and Human Development
- Chapter 9: Stress, Coping, and Health
- Chapter 10: Psychological Disorders
- Chapter 11: Treatment of Psychological Disorders
- Chapter 12: Social Behaviour
Glossary
Answers to Self-Test Questions
Index
Preliminary Pages