Psychology, 7th edition

Published by Pearson (August 13, 2024) © 2025

  • G Neil Martin Regents University London
  • Neil R. Carlson University of Massachusetts, Amherst

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Title overview

Explore the Key Fields of Psychology with an Authoritative and Accessible Textbook

Discover the world of psychology with Psychology, the internationally best-selling introduction to this fascinating science.

This invaluable textbook covers every major branch of psychology, helping you engage with classic and contemporary topics, theories, and applications.

The 7th edition has been extensively revised and updated, featuring over 1,000 new references, a major new section on replication in psychology, and a new interview feature offering insights from 14 leading researchers and practitioners.

Richly illustrated with global examples, each chapter is packed with features that connect the diverse strands of psychology, bringing the subject to life and enhancing your learning experience.

Table of contents

Preface

Guided Tour

The teaching package

The authors

Acknowledgements

Publisher's acknowledgements

  1. The science of psychology
  2. How to study behaviour
  3. Evolution, genetics and behaviour
  4. Psychobiology and neuroscience
  5. Sensation
  6. Perception
  7. Learning and behaviour
  8. Memory
  9. Consciousness
  10. Language and communication
  11. Intelligence and thinking
  12. Developmental psychology
  13. Motivation and emotion
  14. Personality
  15. Social psychology
  16. Psychology and health
  17. Mental health and illness

Glossary

References

Indexes

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