ABSTRACT

Debates in Psychology tackles some of the major issues and controversies within the field of psychology. The book includes a discussion of the major debates in psychology prescribed by the AQA Specification A-Level syllabus, such as free will and determinism, whether or not psychology can (or indeed should) be a science, reductionism, and the nature-nurture debate. Additionally, the 'mind-body question' is examined as an example of reductionism in psychology. A chapter on behaviourism is also included in order to draw together the debates covered throughout the book.
Each topic covered in Debates in Psychology is presented in a highly readable and accessible manner. The book will be invaluable for students wishing to gain a greater understanding of this exciting area.

chapter 1|6 pages

Introduction to debates in psychology

chapter 2|26 pages

Free will and determinism

chapter 3|24 pages

Reductionism

chapter 4|18 pages

Reductionism and the mind–body problem

chapter 5|28 pages

Can psychology be a science?

chapter 6|22 pages

The nature–nurture debate

chapter 7|20 pages

Behaviourism

chapter 8|12 pages

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