Psychology - William McDougall - Bog

Psychology: The Study of Behavior is a seminal work in the field of psychology, written by William McDougall in 1912. The book is an exploration of the fundamental principles of psychology, and covers topics such as perception, attention, memory, emotion, and motivation. McDougall's approach to psychology is heavily influenced by the work of Charles Darwin, and he emphasizes the role of evolution in shaping human behavior. He also draws on the work of other prominent psychologists of his time, such as William James and Sigmund Freud. The book is divided into four main sections: the first section provides an overview of the field of psychology and its history, while the second section focuses on the biological basis of behavior. The third section delves into the psychological processes that underlie behavior, such as perception, attention, and memory. Finally, the fourth section explores the social and cultural factors that influence behavior, such as motivation, emotion, and personality. Throughout the book, McDougall emphasizes the importance of empirical research in psychology, and provides numerous examples of experiments and studies that illustrate his points. He also includes a number of case studies and anecdotes to help readers understand the practical applications of psychology. Overall, Psychology: The Study of Behavior is a comprehensive and influential work that continues to be studied and referenced by psychologists today. Its emphasis on the biological and evolutionary basis of behavior, as well as its focus on empirical research, have had a lasting impact on the field of psychology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.