Discovering Research Methods in Psychology

A Student's Guide

L D Sanders author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Published:21st Aug '09

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Discovering Research Methods in Psychology: A Student's Guide presents an accessible introduction to the research methodology techniques that underpin the field of psychology

  • Offers a unique narrative approach to introducing the complexities of psychological research methods to first year students
  • Introduces the reader to the three main types of research methods used in psychology – observation, experimentation and survey methods
  • Provides clear summaries of 21st-century published studies that reflect diversity and best illustrate issues in research methodology
  • Includes an emphasis on topics of most interest to students, from those with a personal perspective such as romantic relationships, prejudice and career decisions, to clinical topics including eating disorders, heavy drinking and paranoia 
  • Features a comprehensive glossary of all research terminology used in the narrative

 

ISBN: 9781405175302

Dimensions: 241mm x 170mm x 23mm

Weight: 680g

352 pages