Isbn: 9781330267493 - the new psychology (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the emerging field of "new psychology," exploring its shift from philosophical introspection to a scientific approach grounded in rigorous observation, experimentation, and measurement. It contrasts the limitations of traditional, subjective self-analysis with the objectivity and precision offered by statistical methods, controlled experiments, and quantitative assessments. Emerging at a time when psychology was transitioning from philosophical speculation to empirical science, the book challenges the historical reliance on introspection as the primary method for understanding the mind. It advocates for a more scientific methodology, employing tools and techniques borrowed from established disciplines like physics and physiology. The author delves into the complexities of human perception, memory, and cognition, dissecting topics such as reaction time, sensory thresholds, and the interplay of physical and mental fatigue. By examining the intricacies of human thought and behaviour through a scientific lens, the book ultimately underscores the potential of the "new psychology" to illuminate the mysteries of the mind and pave the way for a deeper understanding of human nature. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …