ISBN 978-1-8384134-9-1

AN ENGAGING INTRODUCTION TO THE WORLD OF PSYCHOLOGY, THE STUDY OF THE HUMAN MIND AND HUMAN BEHAVIOUR

Explore the origins and history of psychology, and some of the specific schools of thought that govern many areas of our lives today, such as education, marketing, social media, communications and much more. You will find this book an essential and useful tool when embarking on a psychology course or simply learning and developing for personal interest.

This book will help you to:

· understand the principles of some of the major psychology perspectives and branches and their founders

· identify some therapeutic interventions consider the limitations and criticisms of these perspectives explore the issues regarding ethics in psychology and research

· understand the scientific process and the different types of research in the field of psychology

· apply theoretical learning to practical situations via case studies

· reflect on the interpersonal skills and knowledge needed to work within the area of psychology

· reflect on your own practice and the professional boundaries needed to work in the field of psychology.

Essential reading for:

· Anyone taking an introductory psychology course

· Anyone interested in the field of psychology

THE AUTHOR

Mary E. Henry (MS, BA) teaches Psychology at Dundrum College of Further Education. She has been in the teaching profession for over 16 years and has been involved in the development of wellbeing programmes in schools and communities in the Limerick and Dublin areas.