Introduction to Psychology and Counseling
Author | : Paul D. Meier |
Publisher | : Baker Academic |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2010-09-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 0801039320 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780801039324 |
Rating | : 4/5 (20 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: 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