Introduction to Psychology from a Christian Worldview

Introduction to Psychology from a Christian Worldview is an introductory Psychology textbook designed to familiarize students with the science and practice of Psychology while also equipping them to critically analyze research and theory. In addition to presenting research and theory in the major subfields of Psychology, this text also presents students with a Biblical foundation from which to evaluate research and grow in their understanding of human behavior. Students are encouraged to explore what the Bible says on different psychological phenomena and are also challenged to understand the benefits and limitations of science as they study human behavior.

Introduction to Psychology from a Christian Worldview:

• is groundbreaking! The publication includes all of the essential terms, concepts, studies, historical figures, and real-world applications necessary for beginning students but also frames these findings under the authority of a decidedly Christian perspectivethe book encompasses the four C's: content knowledge, critical analysis, creative application, and Christian perspective.
• is comprehensive! It features 8 chapters, including the Science of Psychology, the Biology of Behavior, Sensation & Perception, Learning, Memory, & Intelligence, Motivation & Emotion, Developmental Psychology, Personality & Social Psychology, and Psychological Disorders & Treatments (most chapters cover two core areas of psychology).
• is student friendly! It keeps the student in mind by providing an efficient, effective, and engaging approach complete with contemporary applications related to real-world issues.
• is easy to adopt! Adopting instructors will be pleased with the book's readability and complement of supplemental materials. Each chapter, as well as the supporting materials, provides students with an introductory and biblically-based look at the field of Psychology while training them to be thoughtful consumers and practitioners of psychological science.