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Are the effects of hypnosis real or imagined?

Is intelligence determined by nature or nurture?

Will ordinary people perform acts of cruelty if ordered to do so by authority figures?

Are anorexia and bulimia nervosa forms of depression?

Why do some groups outscore others on IQ tests?

Is there any real evidence of ESP?

These are some of the questions that continued to generate fierce arguments among psychologists and excite considerable general interest in the 1980s and beyond. But where does the truth lie? Originally published in 1987, Facts, Fallacies and Frauds in Psychology looks closely at these six popular and controversial issues. In each case the central ideas are explained and research findings presented in such a way that readers can begin their own voyage of scientific discovery, develop a clearer, deeper understanding – and find out how psychologists really think. Reputations are assessed: fraud is unflinchingly exposed.

This entertaining and provocative book will still fascinate the general reader and provide an excellent introduction for students of psychology.

This book is a re-issue originally published in 1987. The language used is a reflection of its era and no offence is meant by the Publishers to any reader by this re-publication.

Are the effects of hypnosis real or imagined?

Is intelligence determined by nature or nurture?

Will ordinary people perform acts of cruelty if ordered to do so by authority figures?

Are anorexia and bulimia nervosa forms of depression?

Why do some groups outscore others on IQ tests?

Is there any real evidence of ESP?

These are some of the questions that continued to generate fierce arguments among psychologists and excite considerable general interest in the 1980s and beyond. But where does the truth lie? Originally published in 1987, Facts, Fallacies and Frauds in Psychology looks closely at these six popular and controversial issues. In each case the central ideas are explained and research findings presented in such a way that readers can begin their own voyage of scientific discovery, develop a clearer, deeper understanding – and find out how psychologists really think. Reputations are assessed: fraud is unflinchingly exposed.

This entertaining and provocative book will still fascinate the general reader and provide an excellent introduction for students of psychology.

This book is a re-issue originally published in 1987. The language used is a reflection of its era and no offence is meant by the Publishers to any reader by this re-publication.

Psychology plays an increasingly important role in today''s society. Its influence can be seen all around us - be it in the home, the workplace, the school or our private lives. A uniquely diverse discipline, it ranges from social psychology to biological aspects of behaviour, and from basic research to the applied professions. This Companion Encyclopedia covers all these main branches of psychological research and professional practice. The thematic arrangement is the result of the Editor''s extensive research into syllabi, from which he distilled the 13 most frequently taught units. Students can consult and be referred to sections relating to their lecture programme, and can find lucid definitions of frequently used terms in the Glossary. Headings and sub-headings are clearly highlighted at the beginning of each chapter - ideal for quick reference.* Provides authoritative and in-depth reference material on all major branches of psychological research and professional practice* Contributors include many of the world''s most eminent psychologists* Written in a lively style without assuming previous knowledge of the subject* Structured according to the core topics appearing most often as discrete modules in contemporary psychology courses* Detailed bibliographies, further reading sections, exhaustive index and glossary of technical terms* Containing 165 supporting illustrations

Psychology plays an increasingly important role in today''s society. Its influence can be seen all around us - be it in the home, the workplace, the school or our private lives. A uniquely diverse discipline, it ranges from social psychology to biological aspects of behaviour, and from basic research to the applied professions. This Companion Encyclopedia covers all these main branches of psychological research and professional practice. The thematic arrangement is the result of the Editor''s extensive research into syllabi, from which he distilled the 13 most frequently taught units. Students can consult and be referred to sections relating to their lecture programme, and can find lucid definitions of frequently used terms in the Glossary. Headings and sub-headings are clearly highlighted at the beginning of each chapter - ideal for quick reference.* Provides authoritative and in-depth reference material on all major branches of psychological research and professional practice* Contributors include many of the world''s most eminent psychologists* Written in a lively style without assuming previous knowledge of the subject* Structured according to the core topics appearing most often as discrete modules in contemporary psychology courses* Detailed bibliographies, further reading sections, exhaustive index and glossary of technical terms* Containing 165 supporting illustrations

Psychology plays an increasingly important role in today''s society. Its influence can be seen all around us - be it in the home, the workplace, the school or our private lives. A uniquely diverse discipline, it ranges from social psychology to biological aspects of behaviour, and from basic research to the applied professions. This Companion Encyclopedia covers all these main branches of psychological research and professional practice. The thematic arrangement is the result of the Editor''s extensive research into syllabi, from which he distilled the 13 most frequently taught units. Students can consult and be referred to sections relating to their lecture programme, and can find lucid definitions of frequently used terms in the Glossary. Headings and sub-headings are clearly highlighted at the beginning of each chapter - ideal for quick reference.* Provides authoritative and in-depth reference material on all major branches of psychological research and professional practice* Contributors include many of the world''s most eminent psychologists* Written in a lively style without assuming previous knowledge of the subject* Structured according to the core topics appearing most often as discrete modules in contemporary psychology courses* Detailed bibliographies, further reading sections, exhaustive index and glossary of technical terms* Containing 165 supporting illustrations

Psychology plays an increasingly important role in today''s society. Its influence can be seen all around us - be it in the home, the workplace, the school or our private lives. A uniquely diverse discipline, it ranges from social psychology to biological aspects of behaviour, and from basic research to the applied professions. This Companion Encyclopedia covers all these main branches of psychological research and professional practice. The thematic arrangement is the result of the Editor''s extensive research into syllabi, from which he distilled the 13 most frequently taught units. Students can consult and be referred to sections relating to their lecture programme, and can find lucid definitions of frequently used terms in the Glossary. Headings and sub-headings are clearly highlighted at the beginning of each chapter - ideal for quick reference.* Provides authoritative and in-depth reference material on all major branches of psychological research and professional practice* Contributors include many of the world''s most eminent psychologists* Written in a lively style without assuming previous knowledge of the subject* Structured according to the core topics appearing most often as discrete modules in contemporary psychology courses* Detailed bibliographies, further reading sections, exhaustive index and glossary of technical terms* Containing 165 supporting illustrations

Psychology plays an increasingly important role in today''s society. Its influence can be seen all around us - be it in the home, the workplace, the school or our private lives. A uniquely diverse discipline, it ranges from social psychology to biological aspects of behaviour, and from basic research to the applied professions. This Companion Encyclopedia covers all these main branches of psychological research and professional practice. The thematic arrangement is the result of the Editor''s extensive research into syllabi, from which he distilled the 13 most frequently taught units. Students can consult and be referred to sections relating to their lecture programme, and can find lucid definitions of frequently used terms in the Glossary. Headings and sub-headings are clearly highlighted at the beginning of each chapter - ideal for quick reference.* Provides authoritative and in-depth reference material on all major branches of psychological research and professional practice* Contributors include many of the world''s most eminent psychologists* Written in a lively style without assuming previous knowledge of the subject* Structured according to the core topics appearing most often as discrete modules in contemporary psychology courses* Detailed bibliographies, further reading sections, exhaustive index and glossary of technical terms* Containing 165 supporting illustrations