Mastering the World of Psychology (4th Edition)

Samuel E. Wood, Ellen Green Wood, and Denise Boyd have successfully written engaging text on the study of the mind and behavior in Mastering the World of Psychology (4th Edition) - ISBN 9780205003310. This entry-level textbook explains the basics of the human psyche as well as mode advanced concepts, such as social psychology. More importantly, it is effective in encouraging students to apply what they have learned not just in the classroom but in their daily lives. Wood, Wood, and Boyd start the book with an entertaining introduction to psychology, then move on to biology and behavior, sensation and perception, states of the consciousness, and learning and memory. Mastering the World of Psychology (4th Edition) also discusses cognition, language, and intelligence, human development, motivation and emotion, health and stress, and personality theory and assessment. Students will come upon interesting topics such as psychological disorders, therapies, and social psychology. This 4th edition features ‘Think About It' sections right before each chapter, allowing students to engage in the topic before delving deeper. A map it tool is also provided at the end of each chapter to make it easier to remember the key concepts learned. New terms are defined, and a built-in study guide is provided. For students who need to sharpen their skills and test what they have learned, there practice tests have been updated. The book also encourages students to apply, try, and explain what they have discovered. More resources are available online. Teachers appreciate the instructor resource package, which contains a power point presentation, a resource manual, and a test bank.