Introduction to Psychology

Introduction to Psychology: Gateways to Mind and Behavior, 15th Edition, is a textbook published by Cengage Learning for college and university study. The text introduces core principles of psychological science, exploring mental processes and observable human behavior.

The volume presents foundational psychology concepts alongside recent research findings. Written in a conversational style, the narrative integrates active learning tools with illustrative anecdotes and real-world examples to help readers examine psychological topics relevant to everyday life.

To encourage deliberate study habits, the textbook incorporates the SQ4R reflective learning framework. This structured approach guides students to examine, question, and review course topics actively throughout their reading.