{"product_id":"cognitive-psychology-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Cognitive Psychology for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003ePeter J. Hills\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eMichael Pake\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDemystify the core concepts of cognitive psychology\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten specifically for psychology students - and not other academics - \u003ci\u003eCognitive Psychology For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCognitive Psychology For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eObtain a practical understanding of the core concepts of cognitive psychology\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupplement required course reading with clear and easy-to-understand overviews\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGain confidence in your ability to apply your knowledge of cognitive psychology\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare for upcoming exams or topic discussions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCognitive Psychology For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect resource for psychology students who need a clear and readable overview of the core concepts of cognitive psychology.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLearn to: \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGrasp the fundamentals of cognitive psychology\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply key concepts concerning perception, memory, language and thought\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWrite better research reports\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDemystify the core concepts of cognitive psychology\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten specifically for psychology students and professionals, this hands-on guide provides an accessible and entertaining introduction to the field of cognitive psychology. Unlike the dense and jargon-laden content found in most psychology textbooks, it offers easy-to-understand explanations of the fundamental elements of cognitive psychology, giving you a firm grasp of the material. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePut the 'fun' in fundamentals\u003c\/b\u003e -- get a fascinating introduction to the field of cognitive psychology, from its history and relationship to other areas of psychology to how it's now studied\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGo cerebral\u003c\/b\u003e -- discover how cognitive psychology can be applied in the real world and find useful pointers for how you can use it to aid your learning\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIt's all about perception\u003c\/b\u003e -- grasp how sensation, visual perception, object processing and attention play a major role in psychology\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eForget about it\u003c\/b\u003e -- understand how short and long-term memory work, why we don't remember everything we've learnt and how critical aspects of everyday memory function\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSomething to talk about\u003c\/b\u003e -- find out the role that language and thought play in cognitive abilities\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOpen the book and find: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCognitive models that are used to explain rationality\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow humans solve simple and complex problems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe cognitive processes involved in making decisions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow emotion affects thought\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTen eye-opening case studies\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDo's and don'ts for writing research reports\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDr Peter J. 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