"Ludden's text is a breath of fresh air, enabling students of all
backgrounds to see themselves reflected in well-researched and
humanized portrayals of the pioneers of the field, working within
the context from which psychological science has emerged." -Cynthia
A. Edwards, Meredith College A History of Modern Psychology: The
Quest for a Science of the Mind presents a history of psychology up
to the turn of the 21st century. Author David C. Ludden, Jr. uses a
topical approach to discuss key thinkers and breakthroughs within
the context of various schools of thought, allowing students to see
how philosophers, researchers, and academics influenced one another
to create the rich and diverse landscape of modern psychology.
Through detailed timelines and Looking Back and Looking Ahead
sections, the book provides connections between movements and gives
students a deeper appreciation for the transference of knowledge
that has shaped the field. Included with this title: The
password-protected Instructor Resource Site (formally known as SAGE
Edge) offers access to all text-specific resources, including a
test bank and editable, chapter-specific PowerPoint (R) slides.
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