A Critical History and Philosophy of Psychology - Diversity of Context, Thought, and Practice - Grand Format

A Critical History and Philosophy of Psychology emphasizes the philosophical, cultural, and social elements that have influenced psychology's development. The authors demonstrate that psychology is both a human (i.e. psychoanalytic or phenomenological) and natural (i.e. cognitive) science, presenting a fresh and balanced perspective on what has traditionally been viewed as the collected achievements of a few "great men." In this comprehensive undergraduate textbook, the authors explore broad social-historical and philosophical themes that shift across eras and link historical figures.
These themes include : the role of diverse cultures and women in psychology ; the complex relationship between objectivity (natural science) and subjectivity (philosophy, spirituality, and religion) in the development of psychological knowledge. Integrating history with its philosophical foundations, the authors link these themes to our current understanding and practice of psychology. With a variety of learning features, including thematic summaries, case studies, study questions, thought experiments, and a glossary, this textbook encourages students tó critieally engage with chapter material, and analyse themes and topics within a social, historical, and philosophical framework.