Psychology and the Challenges of Life

Adjustment and Growth
12. Auflage 2013
ISBN: 978-1-118-37036-0
Verlag: John Wiley & Sons

Buch, Englisch, 624 Seiten, Format (B × H): 216 mm x 284 mm, Gewicht: 1450 g

In the 12th edition of Psychology and the Challenges of Life: Adjustment and Growth, authors Jeffrey Nevid and Spencer Rathus continue to reflect on the many ways in which psychology relates to the lives we live and the important roles that psychology can play in helping us adjust to the many challenges we face in our daily lives. Throughout this text, the authors explore applications of psychological concepts and principles in meeting life challenges such as managing our time, developing our self-identity, building and maintaining friendships and intimate relationships, adopting healthier behaviors and lifestyles, coping with stress, and dealing with emotional problems and psychological disorders. The text's modular organization goes even further to increase student's understanding by breaking down lengthy chapters into individualized study units designed to fit the busy lifestyles of today's students

Autoren/Hrsg.

Nevid, Jeffrey S.

Rathus, Spencer A.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Chapter 1: Psychology and the Challenges of Life
Chapter 2: Personality
Chapter 3: Stress: What Is It and How to Manage It?
Chapter 4: Psychological Factors and Health
Chapter 5: Developing Healthier Behaviors
Chapter 6: The Self in a Social World
Chapter 7: Social Influence: Being Influenced By - And Influencing - Others
Chapter 8: Psychological Disorders
Chapter 9: Therapies: Ways of Helping
Chapter 10: Interpersonal Attraction: Of Friendship and Love
Chapter 11: Relationships and Communication: Getting from Here to There
Chapter 12: Gender and Sexuality
Chapter 13: Adolescent and Adult Development: Going Through Changes
Chapter 14: The Challenges of the Workplace