Controversy and psychology

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Controversy and psychology

Phillip Banyard

Routledge, 2022

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This book was originally titled: Controversies in psychology,[Routledge, 1999]

Includes bibliographical references (p. [112]-122) and index

Summary: "Controversy and Psychology examines a range of areas studied in psychology which have sparked controversy, encouraging readers to think critically about the research they engage with in order to develop their own opinions by recognising biases in this discipline"-- Provided by publisher

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Description

1. This is a concise text with accessible coverage of a range of topical issues in psychology, both present and historical. 2. Contains study aids such as annotated further reading, sample essays, and key research articles 3. Banyard is also one of the series editors, and is an experienced writer and examiner

Table of Contents

Why is psychology controversial? Psychology's methods: Are they all they are cracked up to be? Is psychology racist? Why are we still categorising and quantifying people? Mental testing Psychology at War Psychology and persuasion

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