psychology

While scrolling through TikTok or Instagram can simply be an enjoyable way to pass the time, research is finding social media can have serious mental health consequences. Young people likely have firsthand experience with issues such as feelings of missing out (FOMO), social media addiction, and insecurity. This intriguing title tackles these and other concerns social media can cause. It features explainatory text that breaks down problems that stem from social media. Additionally, relatable illustrated characters guide readers through scenarios involving these issues, and possible resolutions. A glossary to ensure lasting comprehension of key terms and a section with further information make this a valuable resource that empowers readers to balance social media usage with other healthier pastimes.

Prejudice is an often invisible issue that continues to permeate many facets of society. Young people may have encountered discrimination, either personally or towards someone else, and been unsure what to do. This one-of-a-kind title aims to be their guide. It offers carefully-crafted explanatory text that covers what prejudice is and how it can be addressed. Illustrated characters enhance critical thinking and understanding by guiding readers through relatable situations involving discrimination based on gender, sexuality, skin color, and religion. A glossary and a further information section ensure lasting comprehension of ways to stand up to and prevent the spread of untrue stereotypes and opinions.

Bullying in its many forms is a serious problem students face worldwide. This title aims to empower those experiencing bullying by uniquely helping young readers understand the different perspectives of those involved. The explanatory text first defines bullying. Then it presents multiple scenarios in which bullying can take place, from physical harm to cyberbullying and a "friend's" mean actions. It even has guidance for unintentionally becoming a bully. Throughout the text, key ideas are emphasized with "Top Tips" and "Red Flag" fact boxes. Colorful illustrations show relatable fictional characters dealing with each situation--They provide first-person accounts of their conflicting viewpoints. Young readers are also challenged to think critically about the decisions each should make in their bullying scenario. Complete with a glossary of important terms and a list of additional resources and helplines, this valuable title promotes empathy and understanding to combat bullying in all of its forms.

Announcing a new Myers/DeWall text, created specifically for the Fall 2019 AP(r) course framework! You are likely familiar with the name Dr. David G. Myers. Now, he and his new co-author, Nathan DeWall, bring you a book that will allow you to use College Board's new Personal Progress Checks and Dashboard more effectively. This updated edition includes 100% of the new course content in the new nine-unit structure. All teacher and student resources will also be updated to correlate to the new student edition; this includes the TE, TRFD, TB, Strive, and LaunchPad. Everything will publish in summer 2020 such that you can use this new program for Fall 2020 classes. If you're not familiar with Myers/DeWall texts, you are in for a treat! Drs. Myers and DeWall share a passion for the teaching of psychological science through wit, humor, and the telling of poignant personal stories (individually identified in the text by the use of each author's initials [DM and ND]). Through close collaboration, these authors produce a unified voice that will teach, illuminate, and inspire your AP(r) students. -- Publisher.

"Change isn't anything new to Riley Andersen. When she was eleven years old, she and her parents moved across the country from Minnesota to San Francisco. But through it all, Riley's Emotions--Joy, Sadness, Anger, Disgust, and Fear--guided and supported her. Now Riley is thirteen years old, and her Emotions can't wait to see what her teenage years will bring. But the idea of starting high school elicits all kinds of feelings, including four new Emotions! Anxiety, Envy, Embarrassment, and Ennui enter Headquarters, ready to help Riley succeed in high school. Joy and the core Emotions aren't sure about these newcomers and how much they're changing Riley; the new Emotions think it's time to take a different approach now that she's a teenager. Although change happens to everyone--and especially to Riley--this chaos both inside and outside of Headquarters is unlike anything Riley and her Emotions have experienced before!"--Provided by publisher.

"Change isn't anything new to Riley Andersen. When she was eleven years old, she and her parents moved across the country from Minnesota to San Francisco. But through it all, Riley's Emotions--Joy, Sadness, Anger, Disgust, and Fear--guided and supported her. Now Riley is thirteen years old, and her Emotions can't wait to see what her teenage years will bring. But the idea of starting high school elicits all kinds of feelings, including four new Emotions! Anxiety, Envy, Embarrassment, and Ennui enter Headquarters, ready to help Riley succeed in high school. Joy and the core Emotions aren't sure about these newcomers and how much they're changing Riley; the new Emotions think it's time to take a different approach now that she's a teenager. Although change happens to everyone--and especially to Riley--this chaos both inside and outside of Headquarters is unlike anything Riley and her Emotions have experienced before!"--Provided by publisher.

Provides study tools for preparing to take the Advanced Placement Psychology Exam, including a study plan, a diagnostic test, test-taking strategies, review questions, and 3 practice exams with explained answers.

A guide to preparing for the psychology exam for advanced placement, featuring topic reviews, lists of key terms, and full-length practice tests with explained answers.

A study guide for the Advanced Placement exam in psychology that includes a diagnostic test, full-length practice tests with explained answers, topic reviews, and test-taking tips.

Psychologist Woo-kyoung Ahn devised a course at Yale called "Thinking" to help students examine the biases that cause so many problems in their daily lives. It quickly became one of the university's most popular courses. Now, for the first time, Ahn presents key insights from her years of teaching and research in a book for everyone. She shows how "thinking problems" stand behind a wide range of challenges, from common, self-inflicted daily aggravations to our most pressing societal issues and inequities. Throughout, Ahn draws on decades of research from other cognitive psychologists, as well as from her own groundbreaking studies. And she presents it all in a compellingly readable style that uses fun examples from pop culture, anecdotes from her own life, and illuminating stories from history and the headlines. Thinking 101 is a book that goes far beyond other books on thinking, showing how we can improve not just our own daily lives through better awareness of our biases but also the lives of everyone around us. It is, quite simply, required reading for everyone who wants to think--and live--better. -- Provided by publisher.