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Psychology applied to modern life : adjustment in the 21st century / Wayne Weiten, Dana S. Dunn, Moravian University, Elizabeth Yost Hammer, Xavier University of Louisiana.

By: Contributor(s): Publisher: Boston, MA, USA : Cengage, [2024]Edition: Thirteenth editionDescription: xxvi, 475 pages, 179 variously numbered pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9780357798010
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 23 155.24 W43 2024
  • 23 158 W43 2024
LOC classification:
  • BF335 .W423 2024
Contents:
Adjusting to modern life -- Theories of personality -- Stress and its effects -- Coping processes -- Psychology and physical health -- The self -- Social thinking and social influence -- Interpersonal communication -- Friendship and love -- Marriage and the family -- Gender and behavior -- Development and expression of sexuality -- Careers and work -- Psychological disorders -- Psychotherapy -- Positive psychology.
Summary: "Packed with classic and contemporary research, relevant examples and engaging applications, Weiten/Dunn/Hammer's PSYCHOLOGY APPLIED TO MODERN LIFE: ADJUSTMENT IN THE 21ST CENTURY, 13th edition, shows students how psychology can help them understand themselves and the wider world. It uses psychological principles to illuminate the variety of opportunities they have in their personal lives and future careers. While professors cite this bestseller for its academic credibility and current coverage, students say it's a text they don't want to stop reading. It equips learners and instructors alike with a wealth of material they can apply to everyday situations. The 13th edition includes an increased focus on diversity, equity and inclusion as well as experiences of people with disabilities." -- Publisher's description.
Holdings
Item type Current library Collection Call number Status Barcode
Books Books College Library General Circulation Section GC GC 158 W43 2024 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available HNU005699

Previous edition: 2018.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Adjusting to modern life -- Theories of personality -- Stress and its effects -- Coping processes -- Psychology and physical health -- The self -- Social thinking and social influence -- Interpersonal communication -- Friendship and love -- Marriage and the family -- Gender and behavior -- Development and expression of sexuality -- Careers and work -- Psychological disorders -- Psychotherapy -- Positive psychology.

"Packed with classic and contemporary research, relevant examples and engaging applications, Weiten/Dunn/Hammer's PSYCHOLOGY APPLIED TO MODERN LIFE: ADJUSTMENT IN THE 21ST CENTURY, 13th edition, shows students how psychology can help them understand themselves and the wider world. It uses psychological principles to illuminate the variety of opportunities they have in their personal lives and future careers. While professors cite this bestseller for its academic credibility and current coverage, students say it's a text they don't want to stop reading. It equips learners and instructors alike with a wealth of material they can apply to everyday situations. The 13th edition includes an increased focus on diversity, equity and inclusion as well as experiences of people with disabilities." -- Publisher's description.

CAS Bachelor of Science in Psychology

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