Description
AQA Psychology (6th Ed.)
AS and A-level Year 1
Author: Eysenck Michael
Language: English
Subject for AQA Psychology:
Keywords
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy; AS Level Psychology; AQA-A Specification A; Eysenck; Exam Hint; OCD Patient; Spinal Cord; Multi-store Model; VSSP; Normative Social Influence; Retroactive Interference; Informational Social Influence; Pe Rc; Bps Code; SAM System; Milgram Situation; Interactional Synchrony; Proactive Interference; Phonological Loop; Matched Pairs Signed Ranks Test; Endogenous Pacemakers; Independent Groups Design; Internal Working Models; Episodic Buffer; Asch Situation; Stanford Prison Experiment; Eyewitness Memory; Ideal Mental Health
Publication date: 06-2017
· 21.9x27.6 cm · Hardback
Publication date: 04-2015
· 21.9x27.6 cm · Paperback
Description
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AQA Psychology for AS and A-level Year 1 is the definitive textbook for the new 2015 curriculum. Written by eminent psychologist Professor Michael Eysenck, in collaboration with a team of experienced A-level teachers and examiner, the book enables students not only to pass their exams with flying colours, but also to fully engage with the science of psychology. As well as covering the six core topics students will study, the book includes:
Activities which test concepts or hypotheses, bringing theory to life
Key research studies explained and explored, showing the basis on which theory has developed
Case studies which show how people?s lives are affected by psychological phenomena
Evaluation boxes which critically appraise key concepts and theories
Self-assessment questions which encourage students to reflect on what they?ve learnt
Section summaries to support the understanding of specific ideas ? perfect for revision
Exam hints which steer students towards complete and balanced answers
Key terms defined throughout so students aren?t confused by new language
200 figures, tables and photos
End of chapter further reading to enable students to develop a deeper understanding
End of chapter revision questions and sample exam papers to consolidate knowledge and practice exam technique
A full companion website with a range of further resources for both students and teachers, including revision aids and class materials
Incorporating greater coverage of research methods, as well as key statistical techniques, the sixth edition of this well-loved textbook continues to be the perfect introduction to psychology. Accessible yet rigorous, the book
1 Preparing for the Exam 2 Social Influence 3 Memory 4 Attachment 5 Approaches in Psychology 6 Biopsychology 7 Psychopathology 8 Research Methods
Michael W. Eysenck is Professor of Psychology at Royal Holloway, University of London. He is the best-selling author of a number of introductory textbooks for A-level students and beyond.