Themes, Issues and Debates in Psychology

Themes,Issues and Debates in Psychology provides an integrated view of Psychology by identifying underlying themes,issues,and debates that permeate the discipline. It adopts a critical approach to mainstream Psychology and challenges traditional assumptions about human nature and how it can be investigated. The text draws on and brings together a number of different theories and methodologies from a wide range of other disciplines,including philosophy,biology,anthropology,and sociology. It also includes chapters on Parapsychology,Positive Psychology,and Religion and Spirituality,which highlight some of the themes,issues,and debates discussed in earlier chapters. The fifth edition of the book is inflected by a new concern with decolonizing the curriculum and discussions of cultural and gender-based issues are integrated into all aspects of the text to offer a new and critical perspective on issues such as political and scientific colonialism. It is ideal reading for all students and is relevant to undergraduate courses in psychology.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 340 pages
Publication date: 26 June 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Themes, Issues, and Debates in Psychology presents an in-depth exploration of the field, offering a comprehensive and integrated perspective on Psychology by identifying fundamental themes, issues, and debates that permeate the discipline as a whole. This text adopts a critical approach to mainstream Psychology, aiming to challenge and scrutinize some of the underlying assumptions traditionally made about human nature and the methodologies employed to investigate it.

One of the unique aspects of Psychology is its recognition of Psychologists as active participants in their own field of study. Unlike other scientific disciplines, Psychology does not rely on copying the methods of physicists or chemists to understand and explore human behavior. Instead, Psychology draws upon and integrates a diverse range of theories and methodologies from various disciplines, including philosophy, biology, anthropology, and sociology. This interdisciplinary approach allows Psychologists to approach their subject matter from a holistic and multifaceted perspective, fostering a deeper understanding of human behavior and mental processes.

The fifth edition of Themes, Issues, and Debates in Psychology includes chapters on Parapsychology, Positive Psychology, and Religion and Spirituality, which are rarely found together in a single text. These chapters not only provide a non-mainstream perspective on Psychology but also highlight some of the themes, issues, and debates discussed in earlier chapters. By integrating discussions of cultural and gender-based issues into all aspects of the text, the book offers a fresh and critical perspective on issues such as political and scientific colonialism. Additionally, the text features "Question Time breaks" that relate to methodological, theoretical, and other issues, designed to assist readers in engaging with the material and developing a deeper understanding of the subject matter.

In conclusion, Themes, Issues, and Debates in Psychology provides a comprehensive and critical exploration of the field, offering a rich and diverse perspective on Psychology by identifying fundamental themes, issues, and debates that shape the discipline. Through its interdisciplinary approach and focus on challenging traditional assumptions, this text is an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and professionals interested in understanding the complexities and nuances of human behavior and mental processes.

Weight: 632g
Dimension: 174 x 247 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032413556
Edition number: 5 ed