William J. Jenkins Books

Charles Darwin's permanent legacy is his broad, abstract theories of evolution and natural selection, theories which he tested against an array of natural history evidence in his writing.

Color print. Psychology 2e is designed to meet the scope and sequence requirements for the single-semester introduction to psychology course. The book offers a comprehensive treatment of core concepts, grounded in both classic studies and current and emerging research. The text also includes coverage of the DSM-5 in examinations of psychological disorders. Psychology incorporates discussions that reflect the diversity within the discipline, as well as the diversity of cultures and communities across the globe.The second edition contains detailed updates to address comments and suggestions from users. Significant improvements and additions were made in the areas of research currency, diversity and representation, and the relevance and recency of the examples. Many concepts were expanded or clarified, particularly through the judicious addition of detail and further explanation where necessary. Finally, the authors addressed the replication issues in the psychology discipline, both in the research chapter and where appropriate throughout the book.

Focusing on core psychological concepts, this textbook provides a thorough introduction to the field, integrating classic studies with contemporary research. It includes detailed discussions on psychological disorders, referencing the DSM-5, and emphasizes the diversity of both the discipline and global cultures. This comprehensive approach ensures that students gain a well-rounded understanding of psychology.