Psychology: An Exploration » (New Edition)

Saundra K. Ciccarelli, Professor of Psychology for over 28 years at Gulf Coast Community College; Ph.D in developmental psychology from Peabody College of Vanderbilt University.

J. Noland White. Associate Professor in the Department of Psychological Science at Georgia College & State University; Ph.D. in Education from The University of Tennessee with a major in counseling psychology and specialty focus in neuropsychology.

The most learner-centered and assessment-driven text available.

Praised for a very engaging writing style, comprehensive coverage of key research, and strong pedagogical features, Ciccarelli focuses on getting students to actually read their textbook. Using the recommended APA undergraduate psychology learning outcomes, the authors establish clear learning objectives for students and tie the text assessment to these objectives. The thirteen chapter table of contents covers the essentials that every introductory psychology student should know and fits easily into a one semester course.

Chapter 1: The Science of Psychology

Chapter 2: The Biological Perspective

Chapter 3: Sensation and Perception

Chapter 4: Learning

Chapter 5: Memory

Chapter 6: Consciousness and Cognition

Chapter 7: Development Across the Lifespan

Chapter 8: Motivation and Emotion

Chapter 9: Stress and Health

Chapter 10: Social Psychology

Chapter 11: Theories of Personality and Intelligence

Chapter 12: Psychological Disorders

Chapter 13: Psychological Therapies