The Principles of Psychology

Unlock the mysteries of the human mind with this accessible and highly-visual hardback guide to the principles of psychology, featuring useful diagrams, text boxes and full-color images. Chartered psychologist Dr. Shona Saul presents an engaging and comprehensible guide that delves into the essential principles of psychology. With this book, you can explore a myriad of captivating topics including personality psychology, attachment theory and criminal profiling, and the role each of these play in understanding human behavior as a whole. In this book you will learn about: • The different approaches to psychology which have held sway over the years • The most influential psychologists, including Sigmund Freud, Carl Jung, Ivan Pavlov and more. • The key concepts in every area, including cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, behavioral psychology and social psychology. This fascinating introduction to the world of psychology is replete with full-colour diagrams and illustrations to help make even the most complex ideas accessible to everyone.