History and Philosophy of Psychology

History and Philosophy of Psychology is a lively introduction to the historical development of psychology. Its distinct inclusion of ideas from both Eastern and Western philosophies offers students a uniquely broad view of human psychology.

• Whilst covering all the major landmarks in the history of psychology, the text also provides students with little-known but fascinating insights into key questions â?? such as whether Freud really cured his patients; what was nude psychotherapy; and were the early psychologists racist?
• Encourages students to explore the philosophical and theoretical implications of the historical development of psychology
• Explores key theoretical ideas and experiments in detail, with background to their development and valuable suggestions for further reading

Authors: Man Cheung Chung, Michael E. Hyland

Format: Paperback

Pages: 408

ISBN-13: 9781405179461

Publication date: 20120126