Psychology 2e: Official OpenStax [paperback, B&W]

by OpenStax

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About the textbook

This Psychology 2e textbook is written and designed to meet the needs of today's learners. With comprehensive coverage of core concepts grounded in classic studies and current research, this textbook is aligned to the traditional scope and sequence of single-semester introduction to psychology courses. With engaging visuals, coverage of the DSM-5, and discussions reflecting the diversity within the discipline and of cultures and communities across the globe, it is no surprise that Psychology 2e by OpenStax is widely regarded as one of the best psychology textbooks available.

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Genres: Textbooks, Psychology, Nonfiction

781 pages, Paperback

Published April 22, 2020

Reviews

[📚 Alana (professional book nerd)]

Loved the class honestly, it was really fun and interesting

[Brandon Vaughan · Rating 1 out of 5]

Psychology definitely gives us some valuable tools. The problem is that it has such a corrupt anthropology that it’s really difficult to overcome. It’s really hard to take a book like this seriously when the writers deny basic biology, such as the reality of two genders. Psychology is much more subjective than other branches of science. Much of the realm is more philosophical than purely scientific. This is problematic when their worldview looks at man, not as a soul in need of redemption but as a machine in need of repair, with some of those machines being beyond repair. Humanism is a hopeless, purposeless worldview.

[esther]

schoollll

[Rom]

Not the worst textbook, not the best.

[Jacob James · Rating 4 out of 5]

Longest book I've ever read (that is, until I read through War and Peace next year).

An excellent overview of tons of psychology concepts and terminology. With this and my intro to psych class finished, I'm feeling better equipped to discern where I want to go with a psych career!

[Luminescence Goh · Rating 5 out of 5]

*Psychology 2e: Official OpenStax* is a comprehensive and accessible textbook ideal for both students and general readers interested in psychology. The book covers essential psychological concepts, from cognitive and social psychology to developmental and clinical psychology, making it a valuable study resource. Written in clear language, the text breaks down complex ideas, ensuring that readers of all levels can understand the material.

This offers an insightful exploration of human behaviour and mental processes. For those interested in writing a fantasy novel, understanding psychological principles can help writers create rich, multi-dimensional characters with realistic emotional responses and motivations. Authors can infuse their fictional worlds with psychological realism by applying concepts such as personality theory, mental health, or human development, making their characters and plots more engaging and believable.

The book also includes helpful diagrams, examples, and summaries reinforthat reinforceng. As an OpenStax publication, *PsychoPsychology 2ees is a high-quality, affordable, and accessible educational resource, making it an excellent choice for academic study and creative inspiration in novel writing. Overall, it’s a valuable text that combines practical knowledge with opportunities for creative application.

[Nebedikt · Rating 3 out of 5]

Für das gelegentliche Interesse ein ganz guter Read. Verständlich, kompakt & (zumindest dem Anschein nach) fundiert. Auf der Kontraseite ist ein klarer Amerikafokus zu vermerken, der aber im Kontext der Entstehung und des Fundings wohl zu erwarten sein musste. Desweiteren gerät der große Rundumschlag durch die Fachrichtung hier streckenweise doch arg oberflächlich (ist wohl aber auch kaum zu verhindern) und Niveau und Stil passen auch nicht so ganz zu dem, was ich von einem Lehrbuch für einen Hochschulstudiengang erwartet hätte. Unterm Strich bin ich aber durchaus zufrieden mit dem, was ich für meine Zeit bekommen habe.

[Chrysanthemum · Rating 1 out of 5]

Unfortunately, I was unable to give this book a no-star review. If you didn't have depression, anxiety, and anger issues before this book, you most certainly will have them by the time you finish reading it. It had, at most, one useful concept buried deep within its pages. If this isn't a requirement for school, don't waste your time.

[Edyn Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read for college Psychology at Southeastern University. Good book, learned a lot. I don’t really know what else to say hahaha it was for school. 🏫

[Claire Jeffers · Rating 5 out of 5]

So much good information!

[Leon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun read for class.

[Adia]

Read for Psych 101

[stoki · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 stars cause i hope it will make me pass this subject

[R · Rating 4 out of 5]

Honestly not that bad

Lots of good, accurate information that was good to help read up and learn. I've read better, but not the worst by far

[Emilie Thomas]

Read for my psych class. Hated every word of it. That’s all.