Publisher's Synopsis
Psychology draws on a wide range of disciplines, from medicine to the social sciences, and its terminology can be confusing for those encountering the subject for the first time.;This dictionary is designed to help those beginning courses in psychology to understand the many new concepts and terms they will encounter.;It has been updated to meet current student needs and has been expanded to include much significant new research, particularly in the fields of social and developmental psychology. A cross-referencing system makes the book easy to use as a guide for everyone beginning the study of psychology.;It is suitable for students on psychology A-level courses, further education psychology courses and first-year psychology courses at universities and polytechnics.
