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Demystify the core concepts of cognitive psychology

Written specifically for psychology students - and not other academics - Cognitive Psychology For Dummies is an accessible and entertaining introduction to the field. Unlike the dense and jargon-laden content found in most psychology textbooks, this practical guide provides readers with easy-to-understand explanations of the fundamental elements of cognitive psychology so that they are able obtain a firm grasp of the material.

Cognitive Psychology For Dummies follows the structure of a typical university course, which makes it the perfect supplement for students in need of a clear and enjoyable overview of the topic. The complexities of a field that explores internal mental processes - including the study of how people perceive, remember, think, speak, and solve problems - can be overwhelming for first-year psychology students. This practical resource cuts through the academic-speak to provide a clear understanding of the most important elements of cognitive psychology.

  • Obtain a practical understanding of the core concepts of cognitive psychology
  • Supplement required course reading with clear and easy-to-understand overviews
  • Gain confidence in your ability to apply your knowledge of cognitive psychology
  • Prepare for upcoming exams or topic discussions

    • Cognitive Psychology For Dummies is the perfect resource for psychology students who need a clear and readable overview of the core concepts of cognitive psychology.

    ISBN-13: 9781119953210

    Media Type: Paperback

    Publisher: Wiley

    Publication Date: 04-11-2016

    Pages: 384

    Product Dimensions: 7.40(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.90(d)

    Series: For Dummies (Lifestyle)

    Dr Peter J. Hills, PhD, is a principal lecturer and Head of Education in psychology at Bournemouth University. Dr J Michael Pake is a senior lecturer in Psychology at Anglia Ruskin University.

    Table of Contents

    Introduction 1

    Part I: Getting Started with Cognitive Psychology 5

    Chapter 1: Understanding Cognition: How You Think, See, Speak and Are! 7

    Chapter 2: Studying Cognitive Psychology Means Studying the Everyday 19

    Chapter 3: Improving Academic Performance with Cognitive Psychology 27

    Part II: Attending to the Subtleties of Perception 41

    Chapter 4: Perceiving the World around You 43

    Chapter 5: Seeing How People See Depth and Colour 63

    Chapter 6: Recognising Objects and People 81

    Chapter 7: Atten‐hut! Paying Attention to Attention 99

    Par t III: Minding Your Memory 115

    Chapter 8: Where Did I Put My Keys? Short‐Term Memory 117

    Chapter 9: You Don’t Remember Our Wedding Day? Long‐Term Memory 135

    Chapter 10: Knowing about Knowledge 153

    Chapter 11: Discovering Why You Forget Things 167

    Chapter 12: Memorising in the Real World 179

    Par t IV: Communicating What Your Brain Thinks about Language 191

    Chapter 13: Communicating the Extraordinary Nature of Language 193

    Chapter 14: Studying the Structure of Language 211

    Chapter 15: Talking about Language Perception and Production 225

    Chapter 16: Discovering the Links between Language and Thought 239

    Part V: Thinking Your Way around Thought 253

    Chapter 17: Uncovering How People Solve Problems 255

    Chapter 18: Thinking Logically about Reasoning 267

    Chapter 19: Making Up Your Mind: Decision-Making 281

    Chapter 20: Thinking Clearly about the Role of Emotions 293

    Par t VI: The Part of Tens 311

    Chapter 21: Studying Patients with Brain Damage 313

    Chapter 22: Ten Tips for Writing Successful Research Reports 321

    Chapter 23: Busting Ten Cognitive Psychology Myths 329

    Index 335