An Introduction to Applied Cognitive Psychology - David Groome - 9781138840133

An Introduction to Applied Cognitive Psychology offers an accessible review of recent research in the application of cognitive methods theories and models. Using real-world scenarios and engaging everyday examples this book offers clear explanations of how the findings of cognitive psychologists have been put to use. The book explores all of the major areas of cognitive psychology including attention perception memory thinking and decision making as well as some of the factors that affect cognitive processes such as drugs and biological cycles. Now in full colour this new edition has been thoroughly updated to include cutting-edge research and theories. There are also new chapters on perceptual errors and accidents the influence of emotion and the role of cognitive factors in music and sport. Written by well-respected experts in the field this textbook will appeal to all undergraduate students of cognitive psychology as well as professionals working in the areas covered in the book such as education police work sport and music.

TITLE: An Introduction to Applied Cognitive Psychology

AUTHOR: David Groome

SKU: 9781138840133

PUBLISHER: Taylor & Francis Ltd

DATE PUBLISHED: 01/03/2016

PLACE PUBLISHED: United Kingdom

PAGES: 410

BINDING: Paperback / softback

LANGUAGE: English

DIMENSIONS: 171 mm x 248 mm

WEIGHT: 839 gr