Applied Psychology—Research, Training and Practice

This text is for undergraduate and Master's students in psychology considering a career in applied psychology. This second edition adds 11 new chapters. Offering a context for applied psychology, the first three chapters rethink the relationship between research, theory, and practice. Part 2 looks at training and practice in many areas, including clinical, educational, occupational, marketing, forensic, and counseling psychology. Part 3 includes thoughts on further areas of applied psychology, plus supplements to areas reviewed in the main chapters, and perspectives on psychological ethics. Pedagogical features include key points, discussion questions, case boxes, and suggestions for further reading. Editors Bayne and Jinks are affiliated with the School of Psychology at the University of East London. Annotation c2013 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)