Paul D. Meier - Böcker

This standard introduction to psychology and counseling offers an explanation of classic theory and a holistic Christian view of humanity and counseling. The book includes over one hundred "spotlights" (brief essays featuring persons, ideas, and applications relevant to Christian counseling), copious illustrations, a glossary explaining technical terms, and thorough indexes. The text, organized according to the way introductory counseling courses are taught, serves as a helpful reference tool of enduring value.Subject areas include:• personality• classic psychological theory• the biological basis of behavior• emotions and motivation• memory, cognition, self-concept• child and adult development• sensation and perception• social psychology• individual and family counseling• psychology of religion• abnormal psychology• individual and group therapy