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This standard introduction to psychology and counseling offers an explanation of classic theory and a holistic Christian view of humanity and counseling. The book includes over one hundred "spotlights" (brief essays featuring persons, ideas, and applications relevant to Christian counseling), copious illustrations, a glossary explaining technical terms, and thorough indexes. The text, organized according to the way introductory counseling courses are taught, serves as a helpful reference tool of enduring value. Subject areas include: * personality * classic psychological theory * the biological basis of behavior * emotions and motivation * memory, cognition, self-concept * child and adult development * sensation and perception * social psychology * individual and family counseling * psychology of religion * abnormal psychology * individual and group therapy