1922424
9780131891708
Written in a warm and humanistic stylewith an abundance of examplesthis solid, comprehensive introduction to the essentials of psychology offers an accessible balance of theory, research, and applications which focuses on the positive. It encourages students to apply material to their personal, social, educational, and vocational lives. Holistic in approach, it emphasizes responsible self-direction and moral/ethical values. This seventh edition draws heavily on the exciting and provocative research of the positive psychologists over the last two decades.April O'Connell Professor Emerita is the author of 'Choice and Change: The Psychology of Personal Growth and Interpersonal Relationships (7th Edition)', published 2004 under ISBN 9780131891708 and ISBN 0131891707.
[read more]