An Introduction to Applied Cognitive Psychology

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By David Groome and Michael Eysenck

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An Introduction to Applied Cognitive Psychology provides an accessible overview of how cognitive psychology theories and models are applied in real-world contexts. Covering key areas such as attention, perception, memory, and decision making, it integrates recent research with practical examples. This updated edition includes new chapters on perceptual errors, the impact of emotion, and cognitive aspects of music and sport, making it a comprehensive guide for understanding applied cognitive processes.
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Ideal for undergraduate students of cognitive psychology and professionals in fields like education, law enforcement, sport, and music seeking to understand the practical applications of cognitive psychology research.

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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.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781138840133

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 March 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Psychology Press Ltd

Edition: 2nd edition

Illustration: 12 Tables, color; 63 Line drawings, color; 58 Halftones, color; 133 Illustrations, color

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 174.0mm

Height: 246.0mm

Weight: 800g

Pages: 410

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David Groome Education & Reference Michael Eysenck Non-Fiction Philosophy & Psychology

About the Author

David Groome was formerly Principal Lecturer and Senior Academic in Psychology at the University of Westminster, where he worked from 1970 to 2011. He retired from teaching in August 2011 but continues to carry out research and write books. His research interests include cognition and memory, and their relationship with clinical disorders. He has published a number of research papers on these topics, and is the co-author of six previous textbooks.

Michael W. Eysenck is Professorial Fellow at Roehampton University and Emeritus Professor and Honorary Fellow at Royal Holloway, University of London. He is especially interested in cognitive psychology and most of his research focuses on the role of cognitive factors in anxiety within normal and clinical populations. He has published nearly 50 books and about 160 book chapters and journal articles.