Psychology exists all around us. In Essentials of Psychology, Second Edition, authors Krisstal D. Clayton, Gregory J. Privitera, and Saul Kassin take students on a journey from the laboratory to the real world, demonstrating the breadth of applications of psychological science to everyday life. In every chapter, students assume the role of a psychologist, carrying out experiments, making predictions, and investigating the results. Compelling storytelling, real-life examples, and the authors’ applied pedagogy encourage critical thinking and engagement throughout. In the new edition, the authors expand the coverage of research methods and scientific thinking, while addressing what matters most to today′s students—from social media′s psychological impact to evidence-based sleep strategies—preparing them to be smart consumers of information.

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