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sanexiah's review against another edition
3.0
Plz don’t ask me why I’m a Psych student and yet read this introduction book lmfaooo
Only 3 stars because some context was missing and impacted the understanding of certain theories for uninformed readers. As well as the questionable choice of studies to illustrate certain theories (my opinion is that they didn’t always choose the most effective ones).
It is a good introduction book though.
Only 3 stars because some context was missing and impacted the understanding of certain theories for uninformed readers. As well as the questionable choice of studies to illustrate certain theories (my opinion is that they didn’t always choose the most effective ones).
It is a good introduction book though.
sannvd's review against another edition
4.0
Really enjoyed reading this book as an upcoming psychology student! I'm more familiar now with famous theories and other things. Now I'm even more excited to go to university!
klb72's review against another edition
3.0
My attention span has come to this, 30 seconds on complex theories. But let's face it, I was never going to do a psychology degree, and the topic is quite interesting. Two points that particularly struck me were the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis, and Loftus' False Memories.
The Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis considers the myth of Eskimos having many words for snow with the underlying presumption that we can't think about concepts for which we lack the words. I remember discussing this with others in the past. I suspect the distinction is that you can think about anything, and create language around it, but with a smaller vocabulary it is harder to express yourself to others.
Loftus' False Memories recognises that 'memories are highly malleable and easily distorted by suggestion and misinformation'. Elizabeth Loftus ran experiments asking people their childhood memories, particularly getting lost in a shopping centre. Many described the incident even though their parents stated it never happened. I think I'm guilty of this once describing something I had done in my childhood to Mum, who then said she thought it was someone else who did it. Had I picked up family folklore and transposed it to myself? Anyway, Loftus ended up speaking on behalf of alleged rapists, child-killers and mass murderers. Interesting. I'd probably like to read more about her.
Each theory is almost always limited to a page of text, broken down into the key part (the 30-second theory), the 3 second psyche summary, the 3 minute analysis, a key quote, and then some related theories. It is generally easy enjoyable reading.
The Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis considers the myth of Eskimos having many words for snow with the underlying presumption that we can't think about concepts for which we lack the words. I remember discussing this with others in the past. I suspect the distinction is that you can think about anything, and create language around it, but with a smaller vocabulary it is harder to express yourself to others.
Loftus' False Memories recognises that 'memories are highly malleable and easily distorted by suggestion and misinformation'. Elizabeth Loftus ran experiments asking people their childhood memories, particularly getting lost in a shopping centre. Many described the incident even though their parents stated it never happened. I think I'm guilty of this once describing something I had done in my childhood to Mum, who then said she thought it was someone else who did it. Had I picked up family folklore and transposed it to myself? Anyway, Loftus ended up speaking on behalf of alleged rapists, child-killers and mass murderers. Interesting. I'd probably like to read more about her.
Each theory is almost always limited to a page of text, broken down into the key part (the 30-second theory), the 3 second psyche summary, the 3 minute analysis, a key quote, and then some related theories. It is generally easy enjoyable reading.
mexican_ninjas's review against another edition
4.0
This book was perfect for me since I love to people-watch.
etienne02's review against another edition
5.0
Fidèle aux autres livres de cette collection. Très bien fait, résume et survole de grands noms de la psychologie et les principales théories/expériences. Les nouveaux venus s'y retrouveront assez facilement et ceux qui s'y connaissent un peu plus y trouveront une révision utile et intéressante.
mydreamsaresilent's review
4.0
I enjoyed it. It's a great jumping off point to see what sparks your interest in certain theories and disciplines in Psychology. Beautifully put together, really enjoyed the vintage-y illustrative graphic designed art.