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Cognitive Psychology Student Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide to the Fascinating World of the Mind

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The mind is a complex and fascinating organ that has captivated philosophers, scientists, and artists for centuries. Cognitive psychology is the scientific study of the mind and how it works. It seeks to understand how we learn, remember, think, perceive, and speak. This handbook is designed to provide students with a comprehensive to the field of cognitive psychology.

Cognitive Psychology: A Student's Handbook

by Michael W. Eysenck

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	99100 KB
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled
Print length	:	980 pages

Chapter 1: The History of Cognitive Psychology

This chapter traces the history of cognitive psychology from its roots in philosophy and physiology to its emergence as a modern scientific discipline. Students will learn about the key figures and experiments that have shaped the field.

Chapter 2: Basic Concepts of Cognitive Psychology

This chapter introduces the basic concepts of cognitive psychology, such as attention, memory, and thinking. Students will learn about the different models of the mind and how they can be used to explain cognitive phenomena.

Chapter 3: The Cognitive Neuroscience of Memory

This chapter examines the neural mechanisms of memory. Students will learn about the different types of memory and how they are stored and retrieved in the brain.

Chapter 4: Language and Cognition

This chapter explores the relationship between language and cognition. Students will learn about the different components of language and how they are used to produce and understand speech.

Chapter 5: The Cognitive Psychology of Perception

This chapter examines the cognitive processes involved in perception. Students will learn about the different senses and how they are used to create a representation of the world around us.

Chapter 6: The Cognitive Psychology of Thinking

This chapter examines the cognitive processes involved in thinking. Students will learn about the different types of thinking and how they are used to solve problems and make decisions.

Chapter 7: The Cognitive Psychology of Learning

This chapter examines the cognitive processes involved in learning. Students will learn about the different types of learning and how they can be used to acquire new knowledge and skills.

Chapter 8: The Cognitive Psychology of Emotion

This chapter examines the cognitive processes involved in emotion. Students will learn about the different theories of emotion and how they can be used to explain emotional experiences.

This handbook provides students with a comprehensive to the field of cognitive psychology. It covers the major topics of the field and provides students with a foundation for further study. The handbook is written in a clear and concise style, and it is packed with examples and illustrations to help students understand the concepts.

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