Discovering Research Methods in Psychology: A Student's Guide

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Discovering Research Methods in Psychology: A Student's Guide presents an accessible introduction to the research methodology techniques that underpin the field of psychology Offers a unique narrative approach to introducing the complexities of psychological research methods to first year students Introduces the reader to the three main types of research methods used in psychology – observation, experimentation and survey methods Provides clear summaries of 21st-century published studies that reflect diversity and best illustrate issues in research methodology Includes an emphasis on topics of most interest to students, from those with a personal perspective such as romantic relationships, prejudice and career decisions, to clinical topics including eating disorders, heavy drinking and paranoia Features a comprehensive glossary of all research terminology used in the narrative No preview available - 2009 - 344 pages

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Title	Discovering Research Methods in Psychology: A Student's Guide
Author	L. D. Sanders
Edition	illustrated
Publisher	John Wiley & Sons, 2009
ISBN	1405175311, 9781405175319
Length	344 pages
Subjects	Psychology - Research Psychology / General Psychology / Research & Methodology Psychology / Statistics Psychology/ Research