Psychological Science

Psychological Science, 7th Edition, authored by Elizabeth A. Phelps, Elliot Berkman, and Michael S. Gazzaniga, introduces college students to empirical inquiry across the psychological discipline. Published by W. W. Norton & Company, this 784-page textbook presents core scientific principles and research practices across fifteen chapters.

The content outlines major domains in psychology, connecting physiological mechanisms with cognitive and social behaviors. Topics range from scientific research methodology, biological processes, consciousness, sensation, and perception to learning, memory, decision-making, intelligence, language, human development, emotion, motivation, and health and well-being.

The text further addresses personality theories, social psychology, psychological disorders, and clinical treatment methods. To support practical application, the text integrates ZAPS 3.0 interactive labs, allowing college students to participate in psychological research and discovery under instructor guidance.