Essentials of Understanding Psychology
15th Edition
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© 2026 | Published: April 10, 2026
About the Book:This book Essentials of Understanding Psychology follows a “Students First” approach, aiming to make psychology engaging, understandable, and relevant to learners. It presents content in a modular format, breaking chapters into sma…
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Psychology
Chapter 2: Neuroscience and Behavior
Chapter 3: Sensation and Perception
Chapter 4: States of Consciousness
Chapter 5: Learning
Chapter 6: Memory
Chapter 7: Thinking, Language, and Intelligence
Chapter 8: Motivation and Emotion
Chapter 9: Development
Chapter 10: Personality
Chapter 11: Health Psychology: Stress, Coping, and Well-Being
Chapter 12: Psychological Disorders
Chapter 13: Treatment of Psychological Disorders
Chapter 14: Social Psychology
Appendix
Subject Index
Chapter 2: Neuroscience and Behavior
Chapter 3: Sensation and Perception
Chapter 4: States of Consciousness
Chapter 5: Learning
Chapter 6: Memory
Chapter 7: Thinking, Language, and Intelligence
Chapter 8: Motivation and Emotion
Chapter 9: Development
Chapter 10: Personality
Chapter 11: Health Psychology: Stress, Coping, and Well-Being
Chapter 12: Psychological Disorders
Chapter 13: Treatment of Psychological Disorders
Chapter 14: Social Psychology
Appendix
Subject Index
About the Book:
This book Essentials of Understanding Psychology follows a “Students First” approach, aiming to make psychology engaging, understandable, and relevant to learners. It presents content in a modular format, breaking chapters into smaller, manageable sections that enhance learning. The book includes helpful features such as Study Alerts to highlight important concepts and guide effective preparation, along with real-world applications through sections like Applying Psychology in the 21st Century, which connect psychological theories to everyday issues such as stress and mental health. Overall, it focuses on helping students deeply understand the subject while developing interest and enthusiasm for psychology.
Key Features:
• Aligns with the latest curriculum guidelines
• Explores core domains of psychology, from neuroscience to social behavior & mental health
• Bridges theory, research, and real-world applications across health, work, and daily life
• Highlights cultural diversity, ethics, and contemporary psychological issues
This book Essentials of Understanding Psychology follows a “Students First” approach, aiming to make psychology engaging, understandable, and relevant to learners. It presents content in a modular format, breaking chapters into smaller, manageable sections that enhance learning. The book includes helpful features such as Study Alerts to highlight important concepts and guide effective preparation, along with real-world applications through sections like Applying Psychology in the 21st Century, which connect psychological theories to everyday issues such as stress and mental health. Overall, it focuses on helping students deeply understand the subject while developing interest and enthusiasm for psychology.
Key Features:
• Aligns with the latest curriculum guidelines
• Explores core domains of psychology, from neuroscience to social behavior & mental health
• Bridges theory, research, and real-world applications across health, work, and daily life
• Highlights cultural diversity, ethics, and contemporary psychological issues