Introduction to PSYCHOLOGY : Exploring the Science of Mind and Behaviour
Dr. Monica Thongam Nakra, Ms. Sneha Narayan · Raghav Publications
Exploring the Science of Mind and Behavior is a comprehensive and student-friendly textbook designed for undergraduate and graduate learners of psychology, education, and related social sciences. The book provides a systematic overview of psychology as a scientific discipline, integrating classical foundations with contemporary developments to help learners understand human behavior and mental processes in a holistic manner. The book is structured into twelve well-organized chapters that cover the core areas of psychology. It begins with an introduction to the nature, scope, and methods of psychology, enabling readers to understand its scientific roots, major schools of thought, and ethical research practices. Subsequent chapters explore the biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, and states of consciousness, offering insights into how the brain, nervous system, and physiological processes influence behavior and experience. Main psychological processes such as learning, memory, motivation, and emotion are explained using established theories and real-life applications. The book emphasizes the information-ocessing approach, conditioning principles, and cognitive strategies, making complex concepts accessible and relevant for academic study as well as practical use. Human development across the lifespan is discussed through major theoretical perspectives, highlighting physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional changes from infancy to old age. The later chapters focus on individual differences, including personality, intelligence, and creativity, along with their assessment methods. Psychological disorders and mental health are addressed with sensitivity, covering classification systems, causes, prevention, and treatment approaches. The final chapter highlights the practical applications of psychology in education, industry, health, counseling, and modern technological contexts such as cyber-psychology and artificial intelligence. Overall, this book aims to build conceptual clarity, critical thinking, and applied understanding of psychology. Its concise structure, clear language, and balanced integration of theory and application make it an ideal resource for students, teachers, and competitive examination aspirants.
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