PSYCHOLOGY. KEY CONCEPTS VOL. 4 PHILIP ZIMBARDO, ROBERT JOHNSON, VIVIAN MCCANN

Discover the fascinating world of psychology with the fourth volume of the "Key Concepts" series. This book provides a solid foundation of psychological knowledge, presented in an accessible and understandable way. It is ideal for both students and enthusiasts of this field. Immerse yourself in the depths of the human mind and understand the mechanisms that govern our behavior.

• Solid psychological knowledge presented in an accessible way
• Current research and issues from recent years
• The structure of the textbook facilitates learning and retention
• Numerous examples and exercises allow you to relate knowledge to everyday life
• Answers to questions about personality, mental disorders and psychotherapy
• Analysis of controversial issues using critical thinking
• Knowledge of the most important personality theories

Philip Zimbardo, Robert Johnson and Vivian McCann, the authors of this textbook, are outstanding experts in the field of psychology. Their goal was to create a compendium of knowledge that would be not only understandable, but also inspiring. Thanks to numerous examples and exercises, the reader can relate psychological knowledge to their own experience and see its applications in everyday life. The authors planned the structure of the textbook to facilitate learning and retention of material, as well as encourage critical thinking.

In Volume IV, entitled "Personality Psychology", readers will find answers to questions about the factors that shape personality, the theories used to understand themselves and others, the nature of mental disorders, the consequences of labeling people, and the essence of psychotherapy. The authors describe the most important personality theories, present the evolution of views on the sources and therapy of mental disorders, and provide knowledge about the basic categories of mental disorders and the available scientific methods of their treatment, referring to the DSM-5 classification.

The reader will also learn how to use critical thinking to analyze issues such as the person-situation dilemma, the ethical aspects of the study conducted by Rosenhan in psychiatric hospitals, or evidence-based psychological practice. In addition, the book touches on controversial issues, such as the impact of vaccinations on the risk of autism or the operation of the "Mozart effect", encouraging independent thinking and analysis.

Wydawnictwo Naukowe PWN, known for high-quality scientific publications, guarantees the reliability and timeliness of the presented content. The hardcover ensures the durability of the book, and the 235x165 mm format makes it comfortable to read and store. This book is not only a textbook, but also an inspiration to further deepen psychological knowledge and better understand yourself and others.