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Book Synopsis

A unique approach to human behavior

that integrates and interprets the latest research from cell to society

Incorporating principles and findings from molecular biology, neuroscience, and psychological and sociocultural sciences, Human Behavior employs a decidedly integrative biosocial, multiple-levels-of-influence approach. This approach allows students to appreciate the transactional forces shaping life course opportunities and challenges among diverse populations in the United States and around the world.

Human Behavior includes case studies, Spotlight topics, and Expert''s Corner features that augment the theme of each chapter. This book is rooted in the principles of empirical science and the evidence-based paradigm, with coverage of:

  • Genes and behavior
  • Stress and adaptation
  • Executive functions
  • Temperament
  • Personality and the social work profession
  • Social exchange and cooperation

    Table of Contents

    Preface xv

    Human Behavior and the Core Competencies (EPAS) xix

    About the Authors xxiii

    CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCING THE CELL TO SOCIETY FRAMEWORK 1

    CHAPTER 2 GENES AND BEHAVIOR 23

    CHAPTER 3 STRESS AND ADAPTATION 43

    CHAPTER 4 EMOTION 63

    CHAPTER 5 EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONS 83

    CHAPTER 6 TEMPERAMENT 103

    CHAPTER 7 PERSONALITY 127

    CHAPTER 8 COGNITION AND LEARNING 149

    CHAPTER 9 SOCIAL EXCHANGE AND COOPERATION 171

    CHAPTER 10 SOCIAL NETWORKS AND PSYCHOSOCIAL RELATIONS 195

    CHAPTER 11 TECHNOLOGY 217

    CHAPTER 12 THE PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 237

    CHAPTER 13 INSTITUTIONS 261

    CHAPTER 14 BELIEF SYSTEMS AND IDEOLOGY 283

    Glossary 309

    References 319

    Author Index 357

    Subject Index 367

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    A Paperback / softback by Michael G. Vaughn, Matt DeLisi, Holly C. Matto

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      Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
      Publication Date: 01/11/2013
      ISBN13: 9781118121542, 978-1118121542
      ISBN10: 1118121546
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      Description

      Book Synopsis

      A unique approach to human behavior

      that integrates and interprets the latest research from cell to society

      Incorporating principles and findings from molecular biology, neuroscience, and psychological and sociocultural sciences, Human Behavior employs a decidedly integrative biosocial, multiple-levels-of-influence approach. This approach allows students to appreciate the transactional forces shaping life course opportunities and challenges among diverse populations in the United States and around the world.

      Human Behavior includes case studies, Spotlight topics, and Expert''s Corner features that augment the theme of each chapter. This book is rooted in the principles of empirical science and the evidence-based paradigm, with coverage of:

      • Genes and behavior
      • Stress and adaptation
      • Executive functions
      • Temperament
      • Personality and the social work profession
      • Social exchange and cooperation

        Table of Contents

        Preface xv

        Human Behavior and the Core Competencies (EPAS) xix

        About the Authors xxiii

        CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCING THE CELL TO SOCIETY FRAMEWORK 1

        CHAPTER 2 GENES AND BEHAVIOR 23

        CHAPTER 3 STRESS AND ADAPTATION 43

        CHAPTER 4 EMOTION 63

        CHAPTER 5 EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONS 83

        CHAPTER 6 TEMPERAMENT 103

        CHAPTER 7 PERSONALITY 127

        CHAPTER 8 COGNITION AND LEARNING 149

        CHAPTER 9 SOCIAL EXCHANGE AND COOPERATION 171

        CHAPTER 10 SOCIAL NETWORKS AND PSYCHOSOCIAL RELATIONS 195

        CHAPTER 11 TECHNOLOGY 217

        CHAPTER 12 THE PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 237

        CHAPTER 13 INSTITUTIONS 261

        CHAPTER 14 BELIEF SYSTEMS AND IDEOLOGY 283

        Glossary 309

        References 319

        Author Index 357

        Subject Index 367

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