An informative, introductory text which brings together psychological and sociological perspectives of human development. It highlights the connection between the internal, intimate concerns of individuals and the external social, economic and political orders that govern our lives, highlighting key stages and themes throughout the life course.

An original and witty guide to the world of smart-thinking that uses pictures to show where it goes right and wrong, by the creator of BBC Radio 4's More or Less.

This text aims to help students think psychologically, encouraging them to think creatively, analytically and critically, to show them how to be an active learner, to help them understand and question the assumptions psychologists make about the world and the kind of knowledge we can have about it.

Walks the thin line between the apologists who deify difference and the zealots and bigots who vilify the different, to argue that to create a fairer world, we need to enhance our capacities for discrimination, not stifle them.

The first edition of this classic work from 1905 shows a radically different psychoanalysis

The author builds on time-tested techniques of psychotherapy and reveals how regression to past lifetimes may provide the necessary breakthrough to healing mind, body and soul.

This book presents a theory of interaction in adult life when the dynamics of careseeking and caregiving are elicited. It sets out a framework for thinking about the way adults interact with one another, particularly when they are anxious, under stress or frightened.

Combining great storytelling with practical takeaways and a litany of fascinating, funny and insightful case studies, Truth is a sobering and engaging read about how profoundly our mindsets and actions are influenced by the truths that those around us choose to tell.

This unique textbook eloquently introduces students to international perspectives on cross-cultural psychology (both Eastern and Western cultures), adopting a truly accessible narrative approach throughout. The main thrust of the book's content is to discuss the framework of culture, family structure, health, and bereavement. Intercultural interaction-and all of their intersections-and consideration are also given to methodological and ethical research issues and their application to differing cultures.

The author critically reviews research on human development from the earliest studies to the theories and issues of the 21st century, including recent breakthroughs in neuropsychology, cross-cultural psychology and in the application of dynamic systems theory.

This book helps nursing students recognise why they need to know about psychology, how it can affect and influence their individual nursing practice as well as the role it plays in health and illness.

Presents an introduction to the key readings on human and close relationships. Organized into twelve thematic chapters with editorial commentary throughout, this book offers a critical reading of the major research articles in the field of relationship studies published in the last few years.

Updated to include recent developments in cross-cultural psychology, this text offers extensive coverage of social psychological theories and how these relate to cross-cultural research made accessible to the reader using practical examples from everyday life.

Understanding the Life Course provides a uniquely comprehensive guide to the entire life course from an interdisciplinary perspective. Combining important insights from sociology and psychology, the book presents the concept's theoretical underpinnings in an accessible style, supported by real-life examples.

Wicked stepmothers and beautiful princesses ...magic forests and enchanted towers ...little pigs and big bad wolves ...Fairy tales have been an integral part of childhood for hundreds of years. But what do they really mean? This book presents an exploration of the best-known fairy stories.

In a book of intellectual breadth, James Wertsch not only offers a synthesis and critique of all Vygotsky's major ideas, but also presents a program for using Vygotskian theory as a guide to contemporary research in the social sciences and humanities.

'Addresses the paradox of our age: why as we become progressively wealthier, our diets become ever poorer . . . the villains of the piece are familiar and plentiful and Wilson lays them bare' The Times

Taking us through every stage in our lives, from the womb to falling in love to old age, the author shows that we don't just have brains: we are our brains.

Demonstrates how to modify your subconscious statements to your advantage. This book helps you read what other people are 'saying' nonverbally. These skills can increase your ability to assess moods, decode behaviors, anticipate problems, avoid hidden pitfalls, influence negotiations, and understand the secret motivations of those around you.