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The Psychology of Everything


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People are fascinated by psychology, and what makes humans tick. Why do we think and behave the way we do? We’ve all met armchair psychologists claiming to have the answers, and people that ask if psychologists can tell what they’re thinking. The Psychology of Everything is a series of books which debunk the popular myths and pseudo-science surrounding some of life’s biggest questions.

The series explores the hidden psychological factors that drive us, from our subconscious desires and aversions, to our natural social instincts. Absorbing, informative, and always intriguing, each book is written by an expert in the field, examining how research-based knowledge compares with popular wisdom, and showing how psychology can truly enrich our understanding of modern life.

Applying a psychological lens to an array of topics and contemporary concerns - from sex, to fashion, to conspiracy theories - The Psychology of Everything will make you look at everything in a new way.

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The Psychology of Artificial Intelligence

The Psychology of Artificial Intelligence

1st Edition

Forthcoming

By Tony Prescott
July 02, 2024

What is Artificial Intelligence? How will AI impact society? Is AI more powerful than human intelligence? The Psychology of AI explores all aspects of the psychology–AI relationship, asking how closely AI can resemble humans, and whether this means they could have some form of self-awareness. It ...

The Psychology of Trauma

The Psychology of Trauma

1st Edition

Forthcoming

By Shanti Farrington, Alison Woodward
July 02, 2024

What emotional, physical, and psychological effects might there be on those who have experienced traumatic events? How does neurodiversity, culture, and individual experience affect trauma responses? How can you support someone experiencing symptoms of trauma? The Psychology of Trauma integrates ...

The Psychology of Memory

The Psychology of Memory

1st Edition

Forthcoming

By Megan Sumeracki, Althea Need Kaminske
May 16, 2024

How can I improve my memory? Do my emotions affect my memories? How will my memory change as I get older? The Psychology of Memory provides a unique insight into a fundamental part of being human, debunking many common misconceptions about what memory is, how memory works, and the accuracy of our ...

The Psychology of Vaccination

The Psychology of Vaccination

1st Edition

Forthcoming

By Olivier Klein, Vincent Yzerbyt
April 24, 2024

Why do some people choose to be vaccinated and others do not? What is the difference between vaccine hesitancy and anti-vaccinism? What can social psychology tell us about attitudes towards vaccination? The Psychology of Vaccination identifies the social psychological drivers of vaccine mindsets, ...

The Psychology of Time

The Psychology of Time

1st Edition

By Richard Gross
March 07, 2024

What is the meaning of time? Do we have an internal clock? Can time speed up or slow down? The Psychology of Time considers how we define, describe, and experience time. From a discussion of how our language around time is dependent on metaphor, to the role of biology in controlling our bodily ...

The Psychology of the Teenage Brain

The Psychology of the Teenage Brain

1st Edition

By John Coleman
December 11, 2023

Why do teenagers stay up late and struggle to get up in the morning? Do teenagers really take more risks? What is happening with teenagers’ hormones? The Psychology of the Teenage Brain offers all those involved in teenagers’ lives insight into what’s happening in their brains and how understanding...

The Psychology of Running

The Psychology of Running

1st Edition

By Noel Brick, Stuart Holliday
September 20, 2023

Why do people run? How can I improve my running performance? Will running help me feel better? The Psychology of Running provides a unique insight into why running is such a popular form of exercise and competition. From evolutionary perspectives on why humans have needed to run and how our ...

The Psychology of Attachment

The Psychology of Attachment

1st Edition

By Robbie Duschinsky, Pehr Granqvist, Tommie Forslund
August 15, 2023

What do we actually mean by ‘attachment’? How do different caregiving styles impact attachment in children? How do early caregiving experiences impact later development? The Psychology of Attachment is an essential introduction to attachment, offering an accessible explanation of the theory, ...

The Psychology of Travel

The Psychology of Travel

1st Edition

By Andrew Stevenson
May 02, 2023

Why do we travel? Are holidays good for our health? What are the social and psychological factors that drive us to move? The Psychology of Travel provides an eclectic introduction to the range of travel experiences from commuting, to going on holiday, to studying abroad. Travel is a near-universal ...

The Psychology of Counselling

The Psychology of Counselling

1st Edition

By Marie Percival
April 13, 2023

What is counselling and how can it help? Does counselling work? How is counselling different from talking to my family and friends about my problems? The Psychology of Counselling explains the different approaches to therapy and how they are used in practice, giving information on what ...

The Psychology of Democracy

The Psychology of Democracy

1st Edition

By Darren G. Lilleker, Billur Aslan Ozgul
September 15, 2021

What is a democracy? Why do we form democratic systems? Can democracy survive in an age of distrust and polarisation? The Psychology of Democracy explains the psychological underpinnings behind why people engage with and participate in politics. Covering the influence that political campaigns and ...

The Psychology of Comedy

The Psychology of Comedy

1st Edition

By G Neil Martin
August 18, 2021

What makes us laugh? Why is comedy so important? How does comedy affect our behaviour? The Psychology of Comedy provides a unique insight into the role of laughter and humour in our lives. From the mechanics of comedy and what makes a good joke, to the health benefits of laughter, the book delves ...

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