The Everything Psychology Book: Explore the Human Psyche and Understand Why We D

<i>What do dreams mean? How important is childhood, really? Why do we forget this--and remember that?</i> <p/>There's nothing more fascinating--or frightening--than the ins and outs of the human mind. But understanding the complex links between our brains, our emotions, and our behavior can be challenging. This book unravels even the most arcane mysteries of psychology, including: <p/><ul><li>The human drive for food, sex, and other desires</li><li>What happens when thinking and emotions go awry</li><li>Why we fall in love with one person and not another</li><li>How we can develop a strong sense of self</li><li>When traumatic events can change who we are</ul><br>Scientific information is coupled with real-life examples to help you grasp the basic principles and theories of psychology. You'll be able to achieve a better understanding of yourself--and everyone else around you, too<br><br><b>Author:</b> Kendra Cherry, Paul G. Mattiuzzi<br><b>Publisher:</b> Everything<br><b>Published:</b> 11/16/2010<br><b>Pages:</b> 304<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Paperback<br><b>Weight:</b> 1.05lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 9.10h x 7.90w x 1.00d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9781440506918<br><p><b>About the Author</b><br><b>Kendra Cherry</b> is a writer specializing in psychology, child development, and education. She writes about personality, social behavior, and child therapy for several online magazines, and she is the About.com Guide to Psychology. Cherry previously worked with children suffering from emotional distur