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Foundations of Psychological Thought: A History of Psychology provides students and scholars with a thorough examination of psychology’s development across centuries. Written by Barbara F. Gentile and Benjamin O. Miller, this SAGE Publications work traces the evolution of psychological ideas from their roots in ancient philosophy through contemporary applications.
The text covers pivotal moments in psychological history, including the emergence of experimental psychology, the development of major theoretical schools, and the contributions of influential figures who shaped the discipline. Readers will discover how historical context influenced the development of psychological concepts and methodologies. This comprehensive approach helps students understand not only what psychologists discovered, but why and how those discoveries came about, providing essential context for contemporary psychological practice and research.
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