An Introduction to Psychology (Paperback)  | Released: 15 Nov 2021

A comprehensive, inter-disciplinary foundational book on psychology with socio-cultural contexts and practical applications This textbook is specifically designed to provide foundational knowledge to students of psychology. It explains the basic principles of psychology in a clear and accessible manner. It uses examples drawn from real life to provide a context for the theories of psychology. The book is unique in the way it introduces the study of psychology in the context of Indian issues and culture. It integrates indigenous perspectives on topics such as yoga, cognition and health with conventional theories of psychology without compromising on scientific rigour. Each chapter is designed to engage the learners by presenting practical applications of theories as well as relevant stories from Indian and international media. These features along with recent research studies and possible future research questions in the field make Introduction to Psychology an indispensable manual for Indian students of psychology. Key Features: - Examples from the Indian context to make the content more relatable to students - Inter-disciplinary approach which relates psychology to allied subjects like sociology and cognitive sciences - Updated with information about current trends in research in the subject - Follows the curriculum of major Indian universities