SIMPLIFIED PSYCHOLOGY FOR BEGINNERS: EQUIP YOURSELF WITH SOME COMMON TERMS IN PSYCHOLOGY

Simplified Psychology for Beginners: Equip Yourself with Some Common Terms in Psychology: is an introductory course for beginners. It introduces key terms in psychology such as introvert, extrovert, self-esteem, defense mechanism, stress-management, causes of depression, Schizophrenia, Neurosis, psychosis, perception, Psychoanalysis among others. It also helps us to think about the human nature. That is, why do people behave the way they do? What are the factors that influence human action? Coupled with this, the book introduces the various schools of psychology, psychology of religion, key figures in psychology, child & adolescent psychology & psychological stages of faith development. It is a must read for lay people who may want to know what psychology is all about. It is critical for all beginners in psychology studies, as it plays the role of an eye opener!

Dr. Julius Gathogo,is a prolific writer and lecturer at Kenyatta University. He is also the author of four major books:The Pangs of Birth in African Christianity, Liberation and Reconstruction in Africa, African Hospitality From a Missiological Perspective and Christ's Hospitality From an African Theological Perspective.