Invitation to Psychology (3rd Edition) (Paperback)

~ (Author), Carol Tavris (Author)

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Through lively writing and stimulating examples, authors Carole Wade and Carol Tavris invite readers to actively explore the field of psychology and the fundamentals of critical and scientific thinking. Invitation to Psychology presents the science of psychology according to six areas of the learner's experience: Your Self, Your Body, Your Mind, Your Environment, Your Mental Health and Your Life. This unique organization engages readers from the very beginning and gives them a framework for thinking about human behavior. Incorporating many active learning and critical thinking features, a balance of classic and contemporary research, and thorough integration of the psychology of women and men of all cultures—readers will learn much to take with them. For individuals seeking an introduction to psychology.

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Written in a compelling manner and loaded with real-world applications, this condensed version of Wade and Tavris' bestseller Psychology maintains its focus on critical thinking, attention to gender and multicultural issues, and commitment to the debates of psychology, and offers the support of companion websites that include test questions, web connections, message board, seven chapter corresponding premium site modules, web news, web survey, interactive lectures, guided reviews, and much more. Covers five major areas—yourself, your body, your mind, your environment, your mental health, and your life. Includes full chapters on the science of psychology; the theories of personality; development over the life span; neurons, hormones and the brain; sensation and perception; thinking and intelligence; memory; learning; behavior in social and cultural context; psychological disorders; approaches to treatment and therapy; emotion, stress, and health; and the major motives of life: love, sex, food, and work. For psychologists, psychotherapists, and readers interested in exploring the inner workings of the human mind.

@BULLET = Features chapter-opening vignettes based on real newspaper stories, "Get Involved" hands-on application exercises and demonstrations; end-of-chapter "Taking Psychology With You" sections that draw on research in the chapter end-of-chapter sections—Draws on research in the chapter. @SUBBULLET = Helps students tackle topics of practical concern. Ex.___ @BULLET = "Quick Quizzes"—After each major section of the text. @SUBBULLET = Actively tests students' comprehension. Ex.___ @CONTENTSBEG = --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 592 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 4 edition (February 25, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0131146246
• ISBN-13: 978-0131146242
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #385,532 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Does not come with access code, December 24, 2008

By	Brian Turner "briturner" (Brandon, IA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Invitation to Psychology (4th Edition) (MyPsychLab Series) (Paperback)

I purchased the book new from Amazon, but it does not come with the access code needed to access the online portion needed for class (the book indicates the code is supposed to come with the book). Add another $30 for the access code and all the savings for buying online are gone.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good introduction, January 16, 2008

By	J. Wells - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Invitation to Psychology (4th Edition) (MyPsychLab Series) (Paperback)

This book is well written and clearly explains all of the major concepts of psychology in a way which is both interesting and easy to understand. It covers all of the major perspectives and specialties in the field of psychology, and gives real-life scenarios and examples to illustrate the different ideas and concepts. The book encourages critical thinking and has a scientific/academic approach to the subject material, which is something I like to see in any textbook.

5.0 out of 5 stars psychol, February 15, 2009

By	Helen M. Steir "stitch maker" (Colorado Springs, Colorado United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Invitation to Psychology (Paperback)

This book is very interesting, informative, and easy to read. The book does a good job of illustrating the brain and the various brain parts.