Genetic Psychology: An Introduction to an Objective and Genetic View of Intelligence (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Edwin A. Kirkpatrick

 
9780428993115: Genetic Psychology: An Introduction to an Objective and Genetic View of Intelligence (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore how mind and behavior grow from the ground up, starting with structure and action to illuminate thinking, learning, and intelligence.

This introduction presents a genetic view of mind, showing how simple beginnings evolve into more complex mental life across species, from animals to humans.

The book argues that to understand the growth of mind we must study the physical and behavioral foundations first. It explains why consciousness is treated as a practical feature of nervous functioning and how habits, instincts, and learning shape development over time.

  • How mind development is traced from simple forms to more complex capabilities
  • How structure and behavior reveal effects of evolution and development
  • How consciousness is linked to nervous activity and adaptive action
  • Overview of different types of intelligence and learning discussed in the text

Ideal for readers curious about psychology, animal behavior, and the evolution of intelligence.

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