Publisher's Synopsis
Psychology From The Standpoint Of A Behaviorist is a book written by John B. Watson, a prominent American psychologist who is widely considered to be the founder of behaviorism. The book was first published in 1919 and is an important work in the history of psychology.The book is written from the perspective of behaviorism, which is a school of psychology that emphasizes the study of observable behavior rather than internal mental processes. Watson argues that psychology should focus on behavior that can be observed and measured, rather than on subjective experiences or unconscious processes.In the book, Watson discusses a range of topics related to behaviorism, including the nature of behavior, the role of environment in shaping behavior, and the importance of conditioning in learning. He also discusses the application of behaviorism to various fields, including education, advertising, and child-rearing.Overall, Psychology From The Standpoint Of A Behaviorist is an important work in the history of psychology that provides a detailed overview of behaviorism and its applications. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the field of psychology, particularly those interested in the study of behavior and learning.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
