Discovering Research Methods in Psychology

<i>Discovering Research Methods in Psychology: A Student’s Guide</i> presents an accessible introduction to the research methodology techniques that underpin the field of psychology <ul> <li>Offers a unique narrative approach to introducing the complexities of psychological research methods to first year students</li> <li>Introduces the reader to the three main types of research methods used in psychology – observation, experimentation and survey methods</li> <li>Provides clear summaries of 21st-century published studies that reflect diversity and best illustrate issues in research methodology</li> <li>Includes an emphasis on topics of most interest to students, from those with a personal perspective such as romantic relationships, prejudice and career decisions, to clinical topics including eating disorders, heavy drinking and paranoia </li> <li>Features a comprehensive glossary of all research terminology used in the narrative</li> </ul> <p> </p>