Written for the A2 Psychology syllabus of the AQA Specification A (formerly AEB), this book is aimed at students pursuing their studies in psychology beyond AS level. It covers areas, such as: Social Psychology; Physiological Psychology; Cognitive Psychology; Developmental Psychology; Comparative Psychology; and, Individual Differences.

The book includes a number of helpful features: tailored to the new AQA(A) specification so that students can easily use the text for their A2 studies; mapped clearly and comprehensively to the requirements of three parts of the A2 assessment - Options paper, Synoptic paper, and Coursework; careful explanations that are easy to read and enable clear understanding; case studies of real life examples; important key studies, each with critical evaluation and discussion points; detailed end-of-chapter summaries; and, exam-style questions to test understanding and to give exam practice. The book also includes: suggested activities and self-assessment questions to stimulate thought and interpretation; suggestions for further reading, in print and on-line; many illustrations and humorous drawings to reinforce learning objectives; tips and suggestions for studying, learning, choosing options and preparing for exams and coursework; and, a glossary of key terms.

Preparing for the A2 Exam. Social Psychology: Relationships. Social Psychology: Pro-and Anti-Social Behaviour. Physiological Psychology: Biological Rhythms, Sleep and Dreaming. Developmental Psychology: Cognitive Development. Developmental Psychology: Social and Personality Development. Comparative Psychology: Evolutionary Explanations of Human Behaviour. Individual Differences: Psychopathology. Individual Differences: Treating Mental Disorders. Perspectives: Issues. Perspectives: Debates. Perspectives: Approaches. Coursework: The Coursework Report. Coursework: Statistical Tests. Appendix A: Tables of Significance. Appendix B: Sample answers to Approaches. References. Author Index. Subject Index. Illustration credits