Dictionary of Psychological Testing, Assessment and Treatment
Title | Dictionary of Psychological Testing, Assessment and Treatment PDF eBook |
Author | Ian Stuart-Hamilton |
Publisher | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
Total Pages | 289 |
Release | 2007 |
Genre | Psychology |
ISBN | 1843104946 |
Over 3000 definitions offer clear explanations of statistical procedures commonly used in psychology; major psychometric and other psychological tests; categories of mental illness, mental disability, and brain damage; frequently used medical terms; basic neuroanatomy; and types of psychological therapies.
Dictionary of Psychological Testing, Assessment and Treatment
Title | Dictionary of Psychological Testing, Assessment and Treatment PDF eBook |
Author | Ian Stuart-Hamilton |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 286 |
Release | 1996 |
Genre | Psychology |
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Intended as a guide to the basic 'tools of the trade', this dictionary provides over 5000 definitions of key terms in psychological testing, assessment and treatment. It includes simple explanations of common procedures and therapies.
Dictionary of Psychological Testing, Assessment and Treatment
Title | Dictionary of Psychological Testing, Assessment and Treatment PDF eBook |
Author | Ian Stuart-Hamilton |
Publisher | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
Total Pages | 288 |
Release | 2007-06-15 |
Genre | Psychology |
ISBN | 9781846426575 |
`A useful book for the specialist engaged in assessment and research'. - Journal of Analytical Psychology `This book is a must-have for the bookshelf if you are a student or practitioner in the fields of psychology or even sociology. It will be of equal value to anyone working in the fields of brain injury, mental health or related fields. It is a handbook of references, terms and abbreviations related to neuroanatomy, psychology, medicine and their experiments and therapies, as well as dipping in and out of statistical processes and their meanings. The book will have broad appeal from student to practitioner to doctor. This book is a new and improved second edition. I only wish I had known of the existence of the first edition as it will most certainly prove a valuable tool.' - The Encephalitis Society The fully revised and updated second edition of this well-established reference provides over 400 new or improved terms, and is an exhaustive guide to the key terms used in psychological testing, assessment and measurement. Over 3000 definitions offer clear explanations of statistical procedures commonly used in psychology; major psychometric and other psychological tests; categories of mental illness, mental disability, and brain damage; frequently used medical terms; basic neuroanatomy; and types of psychological therapies. This book is suitable for all levels of understanding, from undergraduate and postgraduate students to practitioners of psychology and associated fields, with particular attention to statistical terms used in typical university syllabuses, as well as tests commonly available in computer packages and cited in psychological journals and similar publications.
Dictionary of Developmental Psychology
Title | Dictionary of Developmental Psychology PDF eBook |
Author | Ian Stuart-Hamilton |
Publisher | Jessica Kingsley Pub |
Total Pages | 168 |
Release | 1996-01 |
Genre | Psychology |
ISBN | 9781853021466 |
Now in paperback, these dictionaries provide comprehensive and up-to-date definitions in each specialist area. Definitions are written in plain English and aim to meet the reader's level of knowledge: basic terms are explained as though to a novice, more complex terms assume a higher level of knowledge, the comprehensive system of cross-referencing ensures that the reader will always be able to find a simple explanation. The three volumes cover developmental and cognitive psychology and psychological testing, assessment and treatment. The books will be of especial interest to psychology students, but will also be invaluable to specialists in other fields who require information about specific areas of psychology. The dictionary provides definitions of over 2000 key terms in cognition, equipping the reader to understand and use the terminology of the subject. It includes not only comprehensible and comprehensive definitions of terms, but also explanations of key experiments and theories.
Dictionary of Cognitive Psychology
Title | Dictionary of Cognitive Psychology PDF eBook |
Author | Ian Stuart-Hamilton |
Publisher | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
Total Pages | 140 |
Release | 1996 |
Genre | Psychology |
ISBN | 9781853021480 |
Now in paperback, these dictionaries provide comprehensive and up-to-date definitions in each specialist area. Definitions are written in plain English and aim to meet the reader's level of knowledge: basic terms are explained as though to a novice, more complex terms assume a higher level of knowledge, the comprehensive system of cross-referencing ensures that the reader will always be able to find a simple explanation. The three volumes cover developmental and cognitive psychology and psychological testing, assessment and treatment. The books will be of especial interest to psychology students, but will also be invaluable to specialists in other fields who require information about specific areas of psychology. The dictionary provides definitions of over 2000 key terms in cognition, equipping the reader to understand and use the terminology of the subject. It includes not only comprehensible and comprehensive definitions of terms, but also explanations of key experiments and theories.
Study Skills for Psychology Students
Title | Study Skills for Psychology Students PDF eBook |
Author | Sylvie Collins |
Publisher | Routledge |
Total Pages | 284 |
Release | 2014-05-01 |
Genre | Psychology |
ISBN | 1444165550 |
""The problem with the first year was I didn't know what I didn't know, and even when I thought there was something I was supposed to know I didn't know what to do about it."" This quote from a perplexed undergraduate student illustrates the plight of many first-years who feel overwhelmed by the demands made on them at university, combined with the expectation of lecturers and tutors that they will already know how to study independently. 'Study Skills for Psychology Students' is a light-hearted yet comprehensive guide to studying psychology at university. Covering topics such as using the library and other resources, making effective notes in lectures and successful revision skills, the authors provide a practical guide to help the new student get the most out of their psychology course. Finally, in addition to the generic information needed by all students embarking on a degree course, 'Study Skills for Psychology Students' includes psychology specific material on Ethics, Professional Data Acquisition and Interviewing Skills.
Dictionary of Behavioral Assessment Techniques
Title | Dictionary of Behavioral Assessment Techniques PDF eBook |
Author | Michel Hersen |
Publisher | Eliot Werner Publications/Percheron Press |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 2002 |
Genre | Behavioral assessment |
ISBN | 9780971242722 |
The field of behavior therapy has expanded to the point where it is impossible to be knowledgeable about all the assessment strategies practiced by clinicians on a daily basis. This resource incorporates descriptions of both major and minor behavioral assessment techniques written by their leading proponents and practitioners in the field. A new preface by the editors contributes to the book's currency. Originally published by Pergamon Press in 1988.