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Distinguished by its current-events emphasis, strong diversity coverage, and engaging connections drawn between social psychology and students' everyday lives, Social Psychology, Seventh Edition, remains one of the most scholarly and well-written texts in its field. Integrating classic and contemporary research, the text also includes comprehensive coverage of social cognition and evolutionary psychology, and features authoritative material on social psychology and the law. For this edition, Saul Kassin and Steven Fein welcome Hazel Rose Markus to the author team. As a leader and respected researcher in the study of cultural psychology, Markus has made significant contributions from her area of expertise to every chapter of this new edition. ... Read more

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I just had to buy it again!
I love this book! i had this book way back but i did a buyback. it was a mistake. i bought it again from amazon and i love it! i'm re-reading ! lol

this Social Psychology book rocks more than the social psychology books for my upper-divs!

Another great buy
This book was exactly what I needed. I ordered it a little last minute but it still got to me before my class began! The little writing that was in the book was pretty helpful - and I loved that it wasn't a suprise aspect.

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The book was fine and in good shape. I ordered it 2 weeks prior to my class and I did not receive it in time.
It took almost 3 weeks to get the book.

Theresa, Trinidad
This book was in magnifiscient condition when received.Greater than I expected.It was delivered in a timely manner.

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Received book before time and in the condition as stated by seller.I was very pleased with my order. ... Read more

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The text of choice at schools across the country, by an author who garners more accolades from instructors and students with each succeeding edition, INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY: GATEWAYS TO MIND AND BEHAVIOR attracts-and holds-the attention of even difficult-to-reach students. Dennis Coon and new contributor John Mitterer have updated the proven-effective SQ4R learning system (Survey, Question, Read, Reflect, Review, Recite) by harnessing critical thinking to better help students understand psychology's broad concepts and great diversity of topics. Throughout every chapter, these active learning tools-together with the book's example-laced writing style, cutting-edge coverage of the field's new research findings, and superb new media resources-ensure that students will find the study of psychology fascinating, relevant, and above all, accessible. ... Read more

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I received the book in about 4 days. Was an online class so I really needed it soon and was more than happy with a delivery that fast.

Introduction to psychology: Gateways to Mind and Behavior
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I paid extra shipping and it has been 5+ weeks and I still have no book!

Shipping is horrid
I ordered this book paying extra for overnight shipping, because my next class was 4 days away, and a week later, the book is still not here, along with the estimated shipping date being another week away.

I've called Amazon and they said it was in the hands of UPS now. I call UPS and they state it's a backlog from the holidays.

If I pay for overnight shipping, which is quite expensive, I expect it to be here in at least 3 days. The book was ordered before the holidays, and honestly, I wouldn't mind if my book were to be backlogged one or two days, but it's taking two weeks now and I'm falling behind in class.

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ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY: AN INTEGRATIVE APPROACH, Fifth Edition, is the perfect text to help you succeed in your abnormal psychology course! Authors Barlow and Durand show you how psychological disorders are rooted in multiple factors: biological, psychological, cultural, social, familial, and even political. You can test your understanding of topics with the text?s built-in concept checks and chapter quizzes. Then, watch the text?s integrated case studies come to life with CengageNOW? for Abnormal Psychology, which provides real case profiles to give you a realistic context for the scientific findings of the book. ... Read more

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Abnormal Psychology
The book was in pretty good condition despite the previous owners sloppy underlining. I did not appreciate the fact the the book is advertised as having a CD when it, in fact, does not come with a CD.

Shipped fast
The book got here fast and was what I ordered. I am a satisfied customer.

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arr, when i chose super saving shipping, i have no idea that it will take 47 days to deliver this book. i purchased this book on 31/1/2010 and till now 3/3/2010 i havent get the book yet. And then where the hell can i seek for help from the amazon customer service. what if i cant receive my good, what am i going to do to get back the money?

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Book was sent quickly and was in great condition.Would do bussiness with this business/person again.

Inaccurate
Inaccurate on ME (CFS). For example, it says there is no evidence to support immune dysfunction and virus as causes. ... Read more

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Internships in Psychology: The APAGS Workbook for Writing Successful Applications and Finding the Right Fit, Second Edition provides you with all the resources you will need to successfully navigate the internship application process. Designed specifically for doctoral-level psychology students, this volume will act as your personal mentor with step-by-step instructions to help you land an internship placement that is the best fit for you.

Thoroughly updated, this edition contains a variety of new information: a new chapter on finding unfilled internship positions through the APPIC internship clearinghouse; a discussion of the supply and demand situation; new data on matching trends; new information on filling out the AAPI application and on APA accredited programs. Helpful checklists, sample real-life application essays, and realistic advice for writing cover letters, thank you notes and CVs are included, as well as:

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Great Help!
In the process of applying to internship now and this book is a huge help!

Where's my stuff?
Never received my item...I wrote to Amazon and they never responded to me.I have to go through my credit card company now to dispute the charge.Amazon's customer service really disappointed me.

Very helpful book for internship applications
I'm just beginning the internship application process and this book has already provided me with a ton of useful information.

essential book for internships
I would highly recommend this book for anyone who is applying for an APPIC internship.

VERY useful
Great book whether you have a lot of guidance during the internship process or only a little.The book provides great essay examples and instructions for the whole application process from start to finish.Definitely recommend. ... Read more

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Why Things Go Right. The Science of Psychology: An Appreciative View by Laura King (University of Missouri at Columbia) is the first text to bring a truly appreciative view of psychology-as a science and for exploring behavior-to introductory students. It is built around the idea that students must study the discipline of psychology as a whole, that the sub-disciplines are intricately connected, and that human behavior is best understood by exploring its functioning state in addition to its potential dysfunctions.For example, imagine that you have been asked to create a science of "watchology." You have two watches that both have had the unfortunate "trauma" of being left in the pocket of someone's jeans through the washer and dryer. One watch has suffered the worst possible fate-it no longer tells time. The other has emerged from the traumatic event still ticking. Which watch would you use to develop your new science of watchology? Clearly, the working watch will help you understand watches better than the broken one. What does watchology have to do with psychology?Quite simply, in psychology as in watchology, it makes sense to start with what works: to gain a general understanding of human behavior and then apply that knowledge to those who have emerged from life's experiences in dysfunction. ... Read more

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this book was in great condition! it seemed like it wasnt touched at all. and the book came in a lot quicker than i expected, so the previous owner is pretty reliable.

Pretty Good.
The book is in great condition with absolutely nothing wrong with it except for a small amount of wear on the binding, just as in the description. However, I order the book on August 23, had a scheduled delivery date of September 15 (which is really long as is), and didn't actually receive the book until September 21.

I loved the book,it was well packed in a wonderful condition.
I loved the book,it was well packed in a wonderful condition. Overall, my experience with this seller was great. It also arrived safely package to my home.

Awesome!!!
I ordered my textbooks a week before classes started and this one arrived within a day or so of my order. The book was new and perfect. I will definetely order from them again! Also the book was priced a lot less than what my school bookstore had it priced.

Great Textbook!
Very easy to follow! Uses decent examples. Has a ton of vocabulary, but allows for easy highlighting! The website listed doesn't work anymore unfortunately, so that's not a good thing.Great pictures too! ... Read more

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THE PSYCHOLOGY OF JUDGMENT AND DECISION MAKING offers a comprehensive introduction to the field with a strong focus on the social aspects of decision making processes. Winner of the prestigious William James Book Award, THE PSYCHOLOGY OF JUDGMENT AND DECISION MAKING is an informative and engaging introduction to the field written in a style that is equally accessible to the introductory psychology student, the lay person, or the professional. A unique feature of this volume is the Reader Survey which readers are to complete before beginning the book. The questions in the Reader Survey are drawn from many of the studies discussed throughout the book, allowing readers to compare their answers with the responses given by people in the original studies. This title is part of The McGraw-Hill Series in Social Psychology. ... Read more

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Scientific rundown on decision making in lay terms
Making the right decisions is seldom easy. Situations change and choices confound. Faulty perceptions and biases can block clear thinking and undermine the ability to weigh alternatives rationally. As U.S. Supreme Court Justice Benjamin N. Cardozo explained 90 years ago, "We may try to see things as objectively as we please. Nonetheless, we can never see them with any eyes except our own." This is the vexing paradox involved in making decisions: People who are in the process of deciding cannot always trust their own perceptions and thought processes. Psychologist Scott Plous, winner of numerous awards and honors, examines decision making in this rigorously scientific yet mostly accessible book, itself an award winner. getAbstract believes it will interest decision analysts, researchers, psychologists and strategists, as well as readers who want to know why they may make poor decisions and how to make better ones.

Are we rational decision makers?
First we need to define what we understand under rational. Initially, researchers measured human rationality by analyzing the degree of "maximization" of utility (net wealth) of their decisions. Using this approach, we seemed not too "rational". Then they came up with a value function, defined in terms of gains and losses as deviations from a reference point and which incorporates decreasing returns. (For a deeper explanation read Origin of Wealth: Evolution, Complexity, and the Radical Remaking of Economics). This curve makes the loss segment steeper than the profit segment ("S-shaped curve"). When measured against this function we seemed a bit more rational. For me, this should come as no surprise since decision making was probably a bit more oriented at preserving our lives and escaping dangers (loss part of the function) than at obtaining food. It would not be too useful to be the best food gatherer if you succumbed to your enemies at the first opportunity. (This is probably my first "hindsight bias", which means that after knowing the outcome of a study, we tend to say that we knew it from the beginning).

Apparently we tend to "satisfice" not "optimize", which for me is obvious (second hindsight bias) and I will try to explain why: In several of the examples, in order to "maximize" value, you need to multiply one probability with one or several others to obtain the "combined probability result" of two or more events happening one after the other. In other problems, you need to add up the individual probabilities in order to obtain the probability of one or the other event happening. Assuming that you knew how to state the problem in terms of probabilities and the rules to calculate them, you would still need to actually perform the calculations (consciously or unconsciously) in order to take a decision. Many decisions need to be taken quickly and even if there is enough time, I do not think people usually do these calculations, so they probably rely on some sort of intuition (what the author calls heuristics or rules of thumb). These rules of thumb will depend on past experiences specially on those that are easily accesible to memory because they were frequent or recent or because they had a great emotional impact on us (positive or negative). If to "maximize value" we need to perform complex calculations, then I am sure we do not "maximize", we rather settle with a fairly good decision. Further, if we need to "maximize value" in order to be considered rational, then we are probably not rational.

It would have been interesting to know how people decide when previously given the calculated expected values of each choice (considering the probabilities). I think that "rationality" would increase a bit, but not significantly, since some people believe they can "outperform" the odds (by special luck), while others try to avoid undesirable risks, even if the probabilities are very low (specially if the impact of the risk is big).

The book explains thoroughly how we deviate from what would be "rational" decision making. Each of the 20 chapters presents research that exemplifies one or more biases like inconsistency, perception and memory biases, framing, intransitivity, neglecting base rates, attribution errors, social loafing, sunk costs and behavioral traps. It makes quite clear that we do not decide in a "rational" way, but it does not explain the actual process we use to make decisions. Additionally, the author shows that we are not good at probability and statistical analysis, but he does not explain the calculations we should have done were we "rational decision makers". (He could have included it in an Appendix). If you already know this kind of math or if you are not interested, then the book can be read without it. Finally and although the book is very interesting and full of insights, I need to say that I am glad that I bought a used one, since its price seems not too rational to me either.

A Wonderful Work
This work by Scott Plous should not be taken lightly. Dr. Plous, indeed, reviews the literature, but he also puts the missing pieces to the puzzle together as you try to understand how we got to the point we are today in the Psychology of judgment and decision making. Without this comprehensive review, it is hard to put other books in context. Many books explore specific persuasion principles and the psychological aspects of decision making. The problem is, how to you put all of the pieces together to make sense of it all. Plous gives the big picture so you will have a place from which to view all the other articles and books you read. I read this book four times and tried to pick apart each paragraph to see how it could apply to influencing others. I promise you the pearls are there if read each page with the goal of understanding how it can be applied in the real world. This book was my top 2 of all time!

Outstanding
One of my favorite recommendations to non-cognitive psychologist friends in addition to required reading in several of my courses.

Loved it and will read it again.
I think it is probably the best book on decision-making psychology I read. This book is full of great insights and tipsinto the decision making. It gives a very well rounded overview of the many aspects of decision making: selective perception, memory, biases and heuristic, behavioral traps, etc. It is also one of the more easily read books on the very complex subject. It has a large number of relevant and easy to digest examples.

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Getting In, Second Edition is an update of the American Psychological Association's essential resource for anyone considering graduate study in psychology. This handy, readable book simplifies the process for applicants and increases their chances of being accepted. Useful timelines, tips, and tools break the tasks into manageable steps and help readers define their goals, select programs, and navigate the application process. A monthly timetable and detailed worksheets for selecting the best program matches are included, and a resource section provides a list of publications and organizations that are useful in the various phases of applying. Readers will learn what criteria admissions committees use to evaluate applicants, how to improve their qualifications, and how to showcase their talents in personal essays, letters of recommendations, and preselection interviews. The costs of a graduate education and financial aid information specific to graduate students are also discussed. Members of special populations, such as women, ethnic minorities, gay and lesbian applicants, and applicants with disabilities will find resources and guidance particular to their needs. While applying to graduate school can be challenging, this book demystifies the process and allays students' concerns about how to tackle it. ... Read more

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The Ultimate Resource
This book is, hands-down, the best preparatory instrument I have encountered over the course of planning a graduate education in psychology. Anyone planning to apply to psychology graduate programs NEEDS this book. It is far more than just a checklist for graduate applications, as the title first suggested to me. I found this book to be useful in defining my personal goals, identifying my own strengths and skill sets, and creating a carefully thought-out template for my applications to Clinical Psychology PhD programs. As a "non-traditional student" with a master's degree in psychology already under my belt, I was surprised by just how much I needed to read this book before preparing my applications. It is an excellent tool for both the focusing/narrowing down stage of the application process, and in preparing the applications themselves.

Very helpful indeed
I'm an undergrad in my senior year of Psychology. I bought this book to help guide me through the entire process, and so far it has been very helpful. I'll be graduating in 2010, and i'll update to note if I'm excepted to a Psych MA program.

Not a lot of new info
If you are already looking into faculty to work with or areas of study then you're probably going to buy the "Insider's Guide to Graduate Programs in Clinical and Counseling Psychology" anyways. I bought both thinking that this would help me more with figuring out the process, but most of the info is in the Insider's Guide already. It's well written and clear, but doesn't bring a lot of unique info.

Pretty good
this book was good but alot of the info found in this book could be found online for free. This book comes with forms you can use to break down everything you need to do which are very useful though.

Not much of use
The book I received was an old one and it had hardly any information that would be useful if you want to join school now. ... Read more

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Mastering the World of Psychology is a briefer paperback version of the text that does more to support student learning than any other introductory psychology text available.  It makes the connection between scientific principles and the everyday lives of today's diverse student population.

Now organized around numbered Learning Outcomes, the Third Edition of Mastering the World of Psychology is even better equipped to help readers succeed and to apply their knowledge of psychology to their lives. The SQ3R methodology, wealth of pedagogical features, MyPsychLab resources, and built-in Study Guide and Practice Tests make this the ideal learning and study resource.

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Book came within reasonable timing, book had a abnormal amount of highlighting/ writing inside it; however, still a good buy Thanks.

Very Good Quality
The book was delivered in a timely manner. Actually less time than what was stated.The book is also in very good quality.No markings,no tares--good shape!

Horrible shipping
The shipping was awful. By the time I got my book, both ends of my book were uncovered, the pages were bent, and it looked like water had spilled all over them.
This person is not worth buying from because they will ruin your book before you get it.

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I did not get the book between the given dates, and I already started class before i recieved it. I did appreciate the over-night shipping though. plus the highlighting is really going to help me throughout the class. so thank you.

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I never received my textbook I ordered from this site and its carrier, textbooks r us. The company claims they shipped it out to the post office and the post office claims they never received it. I don't know who is lying but either way I paid expedited shipping for an expensive textbook I needed for class and never received it. All associates I talked to at amazon and textbooks r us were very unhelpful and clueless as to what was going on. Do not order from either site. Try a new book ordering site. ... Read more

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With 50 Psychology Classics: Who We Are, How We Think, What We Do-Insight and Inspiration, Tom Butler-Bowdon introduces readers to the great works that explore the very essence of what makes us who we are. Spanning fifty books and hundreds of ideas, 50 Psychology Classics examines some of the most intriguing questions regarding cognitive development and behavioral motivations, summarizing the myriad theories that psychologists have put forth to make sense of the human experience. Butler-Bowdon covers everything from humanism to psychoanalysis to the fundamental principles where theorists disagree, like nature versus nurture and the existence of free will. In this single book, you will find Carl Jung, Sigmund Freud, Alfred Kinsey, and the most significant contributors to modern psychological thought. From the author of the bestselling 50 Self-Help Classics, 50 Success Classics, and 50 Spiritual Classics, 50 Psychology Classics will enrich your understanding of the human condition. ... Read more

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Enjoyable
As a psychology student, I was already aware of many of these authors and their work. However, 50 Psychology Classics gave nice, brief overviews that were interestingand informative, so I was never bored. I also got some new ideas for additions to my reading list! This book is written in easy-to-understand language, and I would recommend it to anyone with an interest in why human beings are the way we are.

A bit of a stretch
I have mixed feelings about this book. It's fun to be reminded, for example, of the "games people play" (Eric Berne) and, finally, I've learned how to pronounce the last name of flow theorist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi ("Chick-sent-me-hi"). But I don't consider Malcolm Gladwell, however smart and entertaining and interesting he is, to be on a par with Carl Jung and Karen Horney. I only recommend this book if you're looking for a Reader's Digest approach to psychology.

Time well spent!
I was seeking a Cliff's Note version of every notable Psychology theorist of our time in reference to Who We Are and How We Think. This collection delivered that and more! Not only were notable Psychology greats covered with an excellent summary of their key findings/beliefs; but contemporary thought leaders in Communication and Business were mentioned as well with relevant theories. As a result, you gain the most comprehensive understanding on the topic - so YOU can draw your own findings, opinions and debate. ABSOLUTELY, POSITIVELY TIME WELL SPENT listening to this collection.

Need more talk on subject matter
I purchased this on audio and feel it needed more discussion on subject matter in the books.It seemed like there was about an equal amount of time listing "books in a simiar vein" and not enough time discussing what the point of that particular book was.Felt kind of like reading the credits of a movie that were an hour long but the movie was only 20 minutes.

Come to Your Senses
As a psychology instructor, I found 50 Psychology Classics by Tom Butler-Bowdon to be a well-written, informative treasure trove of information about the theories, concepts, and lives of some of psychology's greatest. In fact, for weeks I've been sharing so many tidbits of information (like Erik Erikson changing his name after he became a United States citizen) with my students that many are probably getting tired of hearing about this awesome book. As expected, the BIG names such as Freud, Skinner, Watson, Erikson, and Maslow are included, and so were some lesser known people whose work I admire. Howard Gardner and his theory of multiple intelligences, Gail Sheehy and her passages of adult life, and Daniel Coleman and his concept of emotional intelligence are but a few of the psychologists included.

My personal favorites include Fritz Perls, noted Gestalt psychologist of yesteryear, and Daniel Seligman, cognitive psychologist. I had forgotten about Perls and his original way of thinking and of dealing with patients. His admonition to "lose your mind and come to your senses" is a concept that I've thought about many times since reading this passage. Perls felt that people think too much, and that with their tendency to overanalyze and fret about things, they fail to truly experience life and its richness. The summary of how Seligman gained insight into his grouchiness at age 50 was quite interesting, and I was fascinated by how he turned this insight into research about the cognitive elements of happiness.

Well-organized and easy to read, each of the 50 classics begins with a few famous quotes from the psychologist before proceeding to "in a nutshell," an overview of the psychologist's work, and a brief biographical sketch. It's reassuring to see this reference book on my shelf, and I'm thinking of buying some for gifts. Yes, it's that good.
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nice content but...
It's a great textbook for psychology but don't get the looseleaf version. I didn't realize it was, so I had to put it in a binder to keep it all together!

Fast shipping and economical alternative to bound textbook
5 stars for shipping and affordability.I am taking a Psychology survey course online and registered late...needed textbook quickly and didn't want to pay the prices at the campus bookstore...this arrived on time (yay Prime shipping!) and I have it in a simple 3 ring binder and it works just fine for what I need it to be.You will need to be careful turning pages, as this is loose leaf, but a good D-ring binder that doesn't pull on the pages will suffice. Arrived in perfect condition, shrink wrapped and with no signs or use or wear.I am rating the process and the product, of course, not the content. I have to buy what the Prof tells me to, no matter what I think of the content, lol!!

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This book arrived in a few short weeks.The pages seemed to have been wet before, but overall in good shape.

Fast!!!
I found the book in good condition and was delivered in a timely manner. Thanks.

Very Satisfied
I received this book within about 2 weeks.I was little nervous about purchasing the ring bound version because of the previous reviews, I'm glad everything turned out okay.This was the best $5.00 I've ever spent. ... Read more

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Kring, Davison, Neale, and Johnson's Abnormal Psychology sets the standard for clarity, cutting-edge coverage, authoritative content, and clinical emphasis. The authors invite students to examine the many different facets of psychopathology -- to search for clues, follow-up on hunches, and evaluate evidence on the origins of these disorders and the effectiveness of specific interventions.

Now in their new 10th Edition, the authors have also greatly expanded the text's pedagogical features, making it even more student-friendly, engaging, and informative.

"Current trends in the field are well reflected with the sections on genetics, neuroscience, and cognitive science." - Jack Nitschke,University of Wisconsin

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  Very Satisfied Customer
  I received this book within a week of placing the order, and it was in much better condition than the seller said it would be.I was very satisfied with the book and the seller.

  Abnormal Psychology Textbook: Perspective of a Psychology Student
  The textbook, Abnormal Psychology, fed my growing interest of not only psychology in general, but clinical psychology. Being a student of psychology that is searching to find a niche, this book provided me with the general knowledge needed in order to make a decision about what I want to do with my degree, my job, and my life.

  I bought this text twice
  Why? Because I sold it to the book store and for some dumb reason had to buy it again. It came in perfect condition and is now a permanent staple in my library. Perfect condition and arrived on time.

  Saved me a bunch of money.
  My professor said using the 10th edition was okay even though others used the 11th edition.
  
  The book came in immaculate condition.
  
  
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  Valuable book. Speeding shipping.
  Valuable book; probably not the best of it's kind, but good content. Worth the reduced price. Speedy shipping. ... Read more

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Advice on how to transform high expectations into real outcomes, concentrate on desire and the rewards of success instead of fear and failure, and how to visualize and act out winning situations to guarantee success. ... Read more

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SIMPLE AND BASIC
Dr. Waitley apparently spoke to my father and grandfather years ago about success, both of whom instilled in me a basic love and appreciation of life, starting with simple questions "is the glass half-full or half-empty?" He discusses the top ten qualities of a successful life, and he reminds all of us that it is so basic by taking a positive approach to life.He talks about taking action today and forget all that "maybe tomorrow" downers/patterns that keep us bogged down, and never moving to the winner's circle.Winning is so sweet and it is available by appying his formulas for for being successful. Some of the book is dated, like OJ and and his appearance in the book, and possibly some his concepts could be challenged in psychology and research, but still very appropriate and applicable to our lives today.I bought a copy for each of my three teenagers - a good primer for their upcoming careers.

Great book!
This is what is called an "essential book" not only for business people but for all individuals that want to achieve goals in life. The book is a reminder of all those important things some of us know, and for other people that may never had the "concept of winning" as a principle when they were growing upit is a great tool.

Timeless Advice that really works
My introduction to Dr. Denis Waitley was in 1984. I bought a 90 minute condesnsed verion of this book. I was sold immediately and the 10 qualities of a total winner had an immediate impact in my life, personally and professionally.

Aside from the fact that Dr. Waitley has a doctorate in behavorial therapy, there is something special about Dr. Waitley, his writings and the way he speaks. He is much more than a motivational rah-rah guy and he is much more than just a behavorial therapist. Dr. Waitley seems to combine his scientific background with motivational and inspiritional concepts that really work. Listening to him in person is a delight. And his audio programs are outstanding. He mixes humor with education and comes across like he genuinely cares about you....becuase he does.
The Psychology of Winning will bring out that winner in you. A fantastic program that actually delivers on it's promises. And you can get the paperback for less than the price of a good meal.

Dr. Waitley's "New Dynamics of Winning" is also a must read for anyone who wants to bring out their best.

Great stuff. Thank you Dr. Waitley. I am looking forward to your next foray.

Very Interesting & Easy Reading
Even though this book references O.J. Simpson it is still an awesome mind booster for those who want to make positive changes in their life.Each chapter is just the right length and I really like the way he recaps at the end of the chapter and makes it so simple to understand how to be a winner!!

Unscientific
Waitley talks as if he studied Olympic athletes and successful people, then codified their strategies.This is obviously an exaggeration.Ninety percent of this book is speculation prefaced with, "Winners do such and such."The such and such is something that Waitley did not observe winners doing.It's his own pet religion.

Another reason to avoid this book is his take on self-esteem.He fooled a lot of people a decade ago, including me, but now we know that high self-esteem is a better predictor of bullying and aggression than good grades or success.Self-acceptance is preferable.Don't ever wish self-esteem on your kids.

"Winners use a warm, open smile to project interest through active listening.That's why we have 2 eyes and two ears and only one mouth."

These are prescriptions, not descriptions, of what winners do and think.

How did he study "winners."He's constantly saying that "winners do such and such.Winners volunteer their names first.Winners care about the environment and are against nuclear energy."

So what measurement or standard did you have to meet to be counted in the winners category?Had to be an Olympic medalist or an officer in the military?Obviously, you don't do some research and find out that "the winners never meet you halfway or go 50/50.And winners use the KISS formula.Keep It Straightforward and Simple.They use words that don't evoke a double meaning."I guess that makes Shakespeare the biggest loser (unless you count Waitley).
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Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Fourth Edition, the new edition of the best-selling sport and exercise psychology book on the market, continues to provide a thorough introduction to the key concepts in the field. Written by internationally respected authors, it provides students and new practitioners with a comprehensive view of sport and exercise psychology, bridges the gap between research and practice, conveys principles of professional practice, and captures the excitement of the world of sport and exercise.

A supreme effort has been made to meet the increasing needs of professors, practitioners, and students. To further improve the total learning experience, the new edition features
• an online study guide that provides an interactive learning experience for students;
• thoroughly updated material that reflects the latest research and practice in the field to keep students aware of recent findings and hot topics in the field; and
• more contemporary practical examples, case studies, and anecdotes to help students understand various theories and concepts.

Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Fourth Edition, allows students to gain an understanding of the field while learning how to apply sport and exercise knowledge. The book contains seven parts that may be studied in any sequence. Part I introduces students to the field, detailing its history, current status, and the various roles of sport and exercise psychologists. Part II focuses on personal factors that affect performance and psychological development in sport, physical education, and exercise settings. In part III, the authors focus on two major classes of situational factors that influence behavior: competition and cooperation, and feedback and reinforcement. Part IV focuses on group interaction and processes, while part V discusses how psychological techniques may be used to help people perform more effectively. Part VI addresses the various roles psychological factors play in health and exercise. The final section, part VII, deals with main topics of psychological development and well-being that are important to both society and sport and exercise psychology, including children’s psychological development through sport participation, aggression in sport, and moral development and good sporting behavior in sport and physical activity contexts.

The online study guide is a trend-setting addition that will allow the subject of sport psychology to come alive to its users. The study guide is written to work directly with the text; mentions of the study guide appear in each chapter to encourage readers to take advantage of the study guide’s learning tools. Audio clips feature esteemed experts in the field discussing key course concepts that they have studied and refined during their professional careers. Video clips provide students with a realistic look at how sport psychologists interact and communicate with athletes to improve athletic experiences. These multimedia formats help students understand the research and practice of sport psychology in today’s society. This online study guide also features more than 90 individual and small-group learning activities that may be printed and handed in or e-mailed to instructors for assessment. These activities require students to

• use actual sport and exercise psychology instruments to assess their skills,
• determine how to respond to real-life scenarios (with short answers or essays),
• review and design research studies and experiments,
• search the Internet for relevant information, and
• apply and test their understanding of sport and exercise psychology principles and concepts.

Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Fourth Edition, also supplies in-depth learning aids to help students think more critically about applying the material. These aids include chapter objectives and summaries, informative sidebars, key terms, key points, and discussion questions in each chapter. Even the design, artwork, and photos have been updated to make the material more interesting and accessible to readers. To accommodate a variety of preferences and teaching styles, chapters are written so that they stand alone and can be taught either in or out of order.

In addition to the inclusion of the new online study guide for students, the instructor ancillaries have also been improved. Updates have been made to the presentation package containing more than 900 PowerPoint slides, the test bank of more than 800 questions, and the instructor guide. These resources may all be found at the book’s Web site.

Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Fourth Edition provides a powerful learning tool for understanding human behavior in sport and exercise settings. This new edition continues to ensure that future researchers and practitioners in the field are well equipped and enthused about the possibilities and challenges they will encounter. ... Read more

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Horribly organized and written but quite informational
Perhaps I'm not being fair on discussing how this book is being organized since so many of the ideas overlap so heavily... Nonetheless, this book seems to have almost no logical organization. Sometimes, when I'm reading a chapter, I'll feel like I'm reading something straight out of the last chapter. Not to mention the hierarchy within a chapter is chaotic at best. The use of the same size, same bold font for every heading makes it feel more like a poorly made wikipedia page on the topic than a logical chapter presenting the information. For god's sakes, change the font to reflect the hierarchy of the chapter. I've never seen a textbook fail to do so so miserably.

On top of this, it often feels like the authors just "threw" as much information in on a given topic as they could. Reading the little bullet points every few pages seems to almost conflict with some of the things mentioned in the book.

All in all, this is a VERY frustrating book to read and if you aren't somewhat interested in the topic already, it will not be an easy read. I have never used a worse textbook in my studies and I am in my second year of university, having taken psychology and exercise physiology courses with a lot in common with the course I use this for now.

If there's a way to avoid using this book (note to professors), please spare your class. You might understand it fairly well but students with less knowledge in the field will find it ridiculously boring and overwhelming.

Great!
The book is great and I am learning a lot! It is soo easy to read also!

Great Book
The book was in great condition just like the seller said. It arrived it great time. I would buy from this seller again.

happy customer
I really am enjoying this textbook. it covers exactly what i thought it woudl and then some. since having bought it i have found out that it is the gold standard for sports psychology -added incentive. its easy to read adn cpmprehend adn the online study guide is just great, full of activities and review options. it arrived sooner than expected too, and i just had it on normal shipping :)

Foundations of Sports and Exercise Psychology
Book is in great condition, very informative and professsionally written. Purchased this book for a college course.
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This in-depth casebook takes mental disorders from the realm of theory into the complex reality of human lives. It explores the full range of psychopathologies and types of patients, allowing practicing clinicians to see how disorders affect patients in real life. The eighth edition does a better job than other books in the field because it uses real clients and the most up-to-date research. Each case is based on an actual client of the authors and covers the entire scope of the disorder; from symptoms to treatment. Practicing clinicians will gain real-world insight into a variety of disorders. ... Read more

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Great Book!
Bought this book for an Abnormal Psych class and it's awesome! Doesn't feel like reading a textbook; the authors give a very in-depth description of each case (Symptoms, Social History, Diagnosis, Treatment, Discussion, etc) and explain each section in a way that is clear and easy to read. A little on the pricier side but definitely worth it!

Prompt delivery!
The product was in great shape and I received it before I even expected it!

GREAT PRICE!
Best way to buy college textbooks! This vendors product was right on the money and I can't believe I haven't been buying my books like this all along.

Excellent
The book arrived very quickly and it was in excellent brand new condition. I never had to contact the seller and my transaction was as smooth as possible.

Easy 1st timer!!!
Got this book 1st just cause!No extra charges for sending seperately from other book ordered!I recommend online purchases! ... Read more

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The second edition enables psychologists to gain a better understanding of what is unique and intriguing about this area of study. It follows a groundbreaking visual approach that helps them quickly and easily learn the subject. With numerous illustrations and graphics, the book brings complex concepts to life. The links between theory and application are also clearly presented. Psychologists will benefit from this visually-oriented look into the field because it’s more engaging than other resources. ... Read more

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Setting up students for success
The authors of Visualizing Psychology have created an excellent introductory text to the study of psychology.They even have a section on how students can succeed in learning psychology throught their text.If readers take even 60% of the authors' advice, they can't fail to learn the material.The illustrations connect superbly with the content, and it's aparent that the authors have conscientiously presented the material to be accessible and engaging to the student.The online supplemental materials provide yet another medium to learn the content.I highly recommend getting this book. ... Read more

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This market-leading text has received wide acclaim for providing an applied, practical, and student-oriented approach to educational psychology. Psychology Applied to Teaching takes complex psychological theories and demonstrates how they apply to the everyday experiences of in-service teachers. The Twelfth Edition combines fresh concepts and contemporary research with long-standing theory and applications to create a textbook that addresses the needs of today's teachers and students. This new edition also reflects the Houghton Mifflin Education mission to help bridge the gap from preservice to practice. To that end, several of the program's features foster in students an appreciation of reflection. The first and last chapters discuss the concept and importance of reflective teaching; by providing Pause & Reflect and Journal Entry opportunities throughout the text prompt active reflection; and a new feature, Revealing & Challenging Assumptions, offers aspiring teachers opportunities to confront and reflect on problematic assumptions about teaching and learning. ... Read more

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Psychology Applied to Teaching
The packaging was opened when I received the textbook. But I received the book in good time.

very thankful!
fast shipping and the book arrived with a very good condition! THANKS FOR THE SELLER

Most Interesting School Book I've Ever Read
This book was the required text for a class I was taking in grad school and it was seriously the most interesting book I've ever read. I can honestly say I read every page. If this is an assigned book for your class be thankful because I think this is as good as it gets in terms of textbooks. Also since it wasn't a hardback it was easy to throw in my gym bag and take to the beach.

Psychology Applied to Teaching
I was very impressed on how well the book was packaged and happy because the post office ripped the envelope but thank goodness the book was double packaged and no damage was done.Book was in excellent condition!

Excellent Condition, Delivered pretty quickly!
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Covering all the major concepts and theories while still presenting the exciting and practical applications of psychology is a challenge. In order to meet this challenge, Huffman presents a fully integrated package that sets the stage for a perfectly choreographed learning experience. It includes a pedagogical system that makes psychology easier to learn. Readers will also find a robust suite of multimedia learning resources, including animations, interactive exercises, simulations and virtual experiments, and brief video clips. Psychologists can use the ninth edition as a reference for the theories and concepts. ... Read more

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Delivered as promised
I needed this text for a college class and ordered two days before the start of the quarter.Although the projected delivery was two weeks after class started, the book arrived within five days of being ordered.Not only was the price a 40% savings over the college book store price, I received the text in time to start assignments for the second class.Thanks.

brand new
it is hard to believe that this is a used book. it looks just like new, don't regret my money spent

Seller great to work with!
Book was a good price and seller took care of me and shipped item quick!

Too many references
The information in the book is well written and useful, but there are too many mid-paragraph references.It's very distracting.It's almost as if they were trying to lengthen the book and did not have enough information to write.Here's an example from page 552 which appears mid-paragraph:
(Anderson & Hamilton, 2005; Bennett et al., 2004; Kassin, Fein, &Markus, 2008; Levitan, 2008; Livingston & Drwecki, 2007; Neto & Furnham, 2005).
That's just one reference from the first paragraph.There are 6 more on that page and hundreds throughout the book.

It's a textbook.
This book is, for the most part, easy to follow and understand. Some things are out of order and placed in random sections, which can make taking notes hard. And some complicated things are broken down in easy enough steps and definitions to fully understand the concept unless you google it. It's not a terrible book, but it could be a lot better. ... Read more

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Psychology: Core Concepts represents the marriage of great science with great teaching--Applying the principles of psychology to the teaching of psychology.

Within this fourteen-chapter text, the authors focus on the core topics the majority of introductory psychology instructors cover—all while applying the principles of psychology to the teaching of psychology. Psychology: Core Concepts focuses on a manageable number of core concepts (usually three to five) in each chapter, allowing students to attain a deeper level of understanding of the material. Learning is reinforced through focused application and critical thinking activities, and connections between concepts are drawn across chapters to help students see the big picture of psychology as a whole. The 6^th Edition features an enhanced critical thinking emphasis, with new chapter-opening "Problems" and new end-of-chapter critical thinking applications that promote more active learning of the content. 

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Psyc Core Concepts
The book is in excellent condition. The only thing is, is that the book was highlighted by the previous owner. It doesn't bother me, only because it seemed like the previous owner did a good job on what exactly to highlight. I find it more helpful than anything. So, I give this product and seller a good rating!

poor packaging
When I received the book from the postman the flimsy brown paper was all torn and the top and sides of the book was exposed. Do not know the original condition of the book because of this. The top right corners were all folded over and corner of cover was torn off. The book was still useable, however my son said it looked like it went thru the war. Will not order from amazon again an expensive collage book and will not recommend it to anyone either.
Postman said shipper could of packaged much better....

love three ring binder book
I absolutely love this book, not a problem ordering it... as with my other 2 classes.... this is an awsome way to have a book!!!!!!!

Psychology Core Concepts 6th edition
I received my order promptly and the product was in very good condition.I will order again whenever I need textbooks.

BLU10GT Problematic
Poor vendor service.I tried to cancel the order but the vendor sent this book.I tried to return the book but the vendor indicates he/she does not accept returns (note,the vendor does not disclose this"no return policy" to consumers - you find out about it after the fact.In an e-mail the vendor wrote:"I am not a buisness nor have I claimed to be. I am a regular person. . ."If I had know this person did not consider himself/herself a "business" I would never have purchased the book from them. ... Read more