Psychology of Human Behavior

By: David W. Martin, The Great Courses

Narrated by: David W. Martin

Today's psychologist is apt to be very different from the image most people conjure up when asked to picture one - an image that almost always suggests Sigmund Freud or someone like him, complete with leather couch.

But as indebted as they may be to Freud's landmark explorations of our psychological landscape, modern psychologists are involved in far more than helping people cope with their inner demons. Instead, they are working in areas that now encompass every part of the process by which we develop and function as people:

• How we perceive, remember, and learn
• How we select our friends and partners and retain their affection and love
• The things that motivate us

Now you can gain a basic introduction to psychology - beginning with its historical context and looking ahead to some of the directions it is likely to take in the future - in this fascinating series of 36 lectures from an acclaimed teacher and author. It explores all of the many new areas that now fit comfortably beneath psychology's umbrella and the sophisticated new research methods that have emerged.

These lectures are both an excellent summary of a transformed profession and an ideal starting point for those eager to expand their understanding of the human mind.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio.

©2006 The Teaching Company, LLC (P)2006 The Great Courses

great read

great book. on my second read. looking forward to listening to more great lecture courses. hopefully they are all delivered this well

A must for Psychology students!

This is a fascinating read. The author was great and easy to listen to. I'd fully recommend it.

grest

loved it, listen to the lectures several times and learned more each time. my favorite so far.

Outstanding Lectures For Intro To Psych

What does Professor David W. Martin bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

The narrator is the Professor giving the lectures. He has experience in the field of psychology, and brings this experience to his lectures.

Any additional comments?

Go with this over the "Great Ideas" also by the Great Courses. Worth every second of listening.

Highly informative

Absolutely loved it. The course is highly informative and educational, well structured and presented by an obviously knowledgeable and experienced professor. Highly recommend!