The Complete Idiot's Guide to Psychology, 4th Edition (Electronic book text)

Mind over matter. Interest in psychology extends well beyond the walls of academia. Sigmund Freud, Carl Jung, and William James are just a few examples of the many people in psychology whose works remain popular sellers, demonstrating an ongoing vast interest in this field. From students looking for a comprehensive resource to those looking for a self-help book, The Complete Idiots Guide to Psychology, Fourth Edition provides an easy-to-understand look at both the history and modern practice of psychology. Comprehensive, but pays extra attention to contemporary issues such as: fear/anxiety, child psychology, health psychology, mood altering drugs, and forensics Author is an award-winning, practicing clinical psychologist The Princeton Review identifies psychology as the ninth most popular college degree in the United States