Hergenhahn's An Introduction to the History of Psychology

by Tracy B. Henley

Dreams puzzled early man, Greek philosophers spun elaborate theories to explain human memory and perception, Descartes postulated that the brain was filled with ""animal spirits"" and Psychology was officially deemed a ""science"" in the 19th century. In the new HERGENHAHN'S AN INTRODUCTION TO THE HISTORY OF PSYCHOLOGY, noted author Tracy Henley shows you that most of the concerns of contemporary psychologists are manifestations of themes that have recurred for hundreds--or even thousands--of years. Photographs and learning tools, along with fascinating biographical material on key figures in Psychology, engage you and aid your understanding.Important Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Genres: Psychology, History

720 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 1, 2018

Reviews

[Zoë]

A comprehensive read on the Euro-American field of psych. Considering it covered other fields (early philosophy, medicine), it would have been nice to see examples of the mind and mental health in other regions of the world. Could do with a little less of "what defines circleness" but I was the one to sign up for the field ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[Ella · Rating 4 out of 5]

Do not take psych 303 or 304 if you are reading this

[Morgan Blackledge · Rating 5 out of 5]

The text is certainly not without problems. It is pretty heavily oriented to the ‘Great Man’ hypothesis of history, and it essentially terminates in the late 1990’s.

That being said. It was an adventure to work through the material in this text. I feel deeply enriched and restored in my pride and interest in the field.

My historical scope has been widened and my depth has been....um....deepened I guess?

Anyway.

I’m completely convinced of the necessity for all Psychologists, clinicians, theoreticians and technicians alike, to study the history and philosophy of our field, and the history and philosophy of science more broadly.

I think there is a bit of shame that accompanies being a Psychologist, at least being a therapist anyway.

You don’t start that way, but over time it sticks to you.

People are overtly hostile to our field. And they frequently feel entitled to tell you all about it.

Even if it’s more covert, people generally react negatively when you disclose that you’re a therapist.

Usually, they are operating under a false understanding of who we are, what we do, why we do it, and why therapy is important.

It’s gotten to the point that I no longer tell people what I do.

But our work is important. And we are part of an illustrious tradition of inquiry and application that dates back to the ancients.

The questions we ask, and the issues we address are as important to the human condition as any.

Our work is hard. Our work is sacred. And our lineage includes some of the finest, wisest humans that have ever walked the earth.

All therapists need to know the history and philosophy of this field. It’s a thread that binds us to the power and vitality of the brilliant thinkers that came before us.

Our clients deserve this, the world needs it, and it’s our sacred duty to proved this quality of work to those whom we have been entrusted to serve.

Psychology is the heir of the western wisdom traditions, and we are the keepers of the flame.

So the next time your facing a raging borderline, or tapping out - yet another - useless fucking treatment plan. Remember. Love is a battlefield, and we stand on the shoulders of giants.

[Bhargav Koduru · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very americo-euro centric textbook. Primordially, starts off with philosophical discources that touches the "humanistic" elements covered by "great" european thinkers. The chapters are temporally chronological and sections are divided by thinkers. But as soon as you touch Renaissance the chapter tone shifts to ideas. But nearing the 18th century thoughs, you are introduced with Helmholtz frog experiments and Weber's Law, that's the onset of history of psychology, but most of the book is about philosophy though.

If you have lot of time in hand, and just want a philosophical funneling to phychology's history in great breadth, then this book is for you. It has a very academic handbook flow of writing, if that's your cup of tea.

[Courtney McCrea · Rating 2 out of 5]

This textbook was not my style. It isn't chronological so I found it very hard to follow. It also contains so much content. There was a lot of interesting stuff in it and I think if I was just reading it to read it I may have enjoyed it more. However, reading to learn from it made it extremely unenjoyable.

[Arleta · Rating 1 out of 5]

Terlalu tebal , tak suka , bintang 1 tak ramah