
<p><b>A comprehensive college-level introduction to the field of psychology.</b> <p><i>Real World Psychology: Applications of Psychological Science</i> provides a well-balanced survey of the field, with emphasis on scientific thinking and practical applications of psychological science that can expand, enhance, and change students’ experience of the world around them. Every chapter engages students through illustrative examples and cases, thought-provoking questions, and real psychological research. <p>Updated with recent research that underscores the importance and power of psychology in everyday life, the fourth edition of <i>Real World Psychology</i> invites curiosity in a Why-focused framework of special features. <i>Why Scientific Thinking Matters</i> develops scientific thinking skills through examination of a hot topic or common belief and the research supporting or disproving different perspectives, <i>Why DEI Matters</i> explores important topics in diversity, equity, and inclusion, highlighting current research and its applications in effecting a more equitable society, and <i>Why Positive Psychology Matters</i> demonstrates how psychological science helps identify the strengths and assets that contribute to health and a flourishing life. Throughout this edition, the authors pay careful and deliberate attention to issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion to ensure the representation of multiple perspectives and experiences so that all readers can find respect and a sense of belonging. <p><b>AN INTERACTIVE, MULTIMEDIA LEARNING EXPERIENCE</b> <p>This textbook includes access to an interactive, multimedia e-text. Icons throughout the print book signal corresponding digital content in the e-text. <p><b>Videos and Animations</b> <p><i>Real World Psychology</i> integrates abundant video content developed to complement the text and engage readers more deeply with the fascinating field of psychological science. <ul><li><b> Chapter Introduction Videos </b>feature
Page Count:
784
Publication Date:
2024-10-11
ISBN-10:
1394241399
ISBN-13:
9781394241392
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