Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology

Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology
ISBN-10
1108502385
ISBN-13
9781108502382
Series
Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology
Category
Psychology
Language
English
Published
2018-11-30
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Authors
Maureen A. McCarthy, Bernard C. Beins

Description

Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology provides a seamless introduction to the subject, identifying various research areas and analyzing how one can approach them statistically. The text provides a solid empirical foundation for undergraduate psychology majors, and it prepares the reader to think critically and evaluate psychological research and claims they might hear in the news or popular press. This second edition features updated examples of research and new illustrations of important principles. It also includes updated coverage of ethical issues in research and of current diversity issues.

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