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Product Description Psychology: an introduction 3rd edition is a comprehensive psychology textbook aimed at first-year students. The third edition has been revised to focus on key areas of the undergraduate syllabus. The book retains its strength in providing students with a sound theoretical foundation, as wellas streamlining the detail provided in the narrative introductions, research findings and relevant case studies. This gives students the tools to develop their own ideas and to engage critically with the content. Psychology: an introduction provides an excellent foundation for students pursuingcareers in diverse fields, such as health, education, business, and social development. About the Author Leslie Swartz is a professor in the Department of Psychology at Stellenbosch University. Cheryl de la Rey is the Chief Executive Officer of the Council on Higher Education. She took up this position in May 2008 after serving as Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Professor in Psychology at the University of Cape Town. Norman Duncan holds a professorship in Psychology at the University of the Witwatersrand, where he currently also serves as the Head of the School of Human and Community Development. Loraine Townsend is a senior scientist for Health Systems Research Unit at the Medical Research Council. She also worked in the Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health, at the University of Cape Town, South Africa. Vivien O'Neill is a health care practitioner, specializing as a psychologist.