{"product_id":"the-handy-psychology-answer-book-paperback","title":"The Handy Psychology Answer Book - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eLisa J. Cohen\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBridges the gap between today's entertainment-focused \"pop psychology\" on television and the dry academic research that is published in journals. A primer on human behavior and psychology.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Handy Psychology Answer Book\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e helps answer why humans do what we do through accurate scientific data presented in a lively, accessible, and engaging way. It covers the fundamentals and explains the psychology behind how people deal with money, sex, morality, family, children, aging, addiction, work, and other everyday issues. It takes a journey through the history and science of psychology and showing how psychology affects us all. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Fully revised to reflect the latest scientific research--such as the current DSM-5 (\u003ci\u003eDiagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders\u003c\/i\u003e, published by the American Psychiatric Association); the latest neurobiological theories; and the changing face of marriage--this timely reference has expanded to include information sections on the biology and evolution of emotions; technology and adolescence; bisexuality; optimism; autism; as well as a full section on the law, eyewitness testimony and police shootings. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Featuring more than 1,500 answers to questions concerning how the human mind and the science of psychology really work, this fascinating guide delivers the real facts of modern psychology, along with fun factoids and thought-provoking insights into what motivates human behavior. This intriguing exploration provides insights into the current science of the mind by answering questions such as: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow have other cultures addressed psychological issues? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy was Freud so focused on sex? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow do twin studies help illuminate the role of genetics? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow can I maintain a healthy brain? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy do some people hear voices that aren't really there? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy do children see monsters in the closet at night? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow have recent changes in technology affected adolescent development? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy does time seem to speed up as we age? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIs it normal to argue during marriage? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoes religion make people happier? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow do we reduce social prejudice? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow has morality changed over the course of history? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat are the personality traits of people who succeed in their professions? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy do so many politicians get trapped in scandals? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoes genetics play a role in voting behavior? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich therapies are best for which kinds of problems? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow might the stress of police work affect decision-making in high stress situations?\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Handy Psychology Answer Book\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e also includes a helpful glossary of terms, complete reference sources for topics discussed, and an index. With a wide range of information suitable for everyone, this is the ideal source for anyone looking to get a better understanding of psychology. It provides clear answers on the history, basic science and latest research, and psychology behind everyday situations and at different stages in life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLisa J. Cohen\u003c\/b\u003e received her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the City University of New York. After obtaining her degree, she worked in several hospitals in the New York City area. In 1996, she came to Beth Israel Medical Center, now Mount Sinai Beth Israel, where she is currently Professor of Psychiatry and the Director of Research for Psychology and Psychiatry. Dr. Cohen divides her time between clinical work, teaching and scientific research. She works on an inpatient unit for people with severe psychopathology but also has a private practice where she treats people with milder conditions. Dr. Cohen has published many articles and book chapters on a wide range of topics, including obsessive compulsive disorder, opiate addiction and sexual abuse. Her current research focuses on the effects of psychological trauma on personality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 544\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.3 x 9.1 x 7.1 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 15, 2016\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47356512960761,"sku":"9781578595082","price":54.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2782\/3097\/files\/djYwcFZyQWZnSnh4V3ZQdjl0NWJHdz09.webp?v=1769863612","url":"https:\/\/bookscloud.io\/products\/the-handy-psychology-answer-book-paperback","provider":"BooksCloud Book Dropshipping","version":"1.0","type":"link"}