{"product_id":"work-psychology-the-basics-paperback","title":"Work Psychology: The Basics - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eLaura Dean\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eFran Cousans\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWork Psychology: The Basics\u003c\/em\u003e provides an accessible, jargon-free introduction to the fundamental principles of work and occupational psychology. Covering key theories and models in this dynamic area, it offers a solid understanding of both academic theory and practical applications. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book follows the structure of the British Psychological Society curriculum for Masters courses, exploring psychological assessment at work, learning, training and development; wellbeing at work, work design, organisational change and development, and leadership, engagement and motivation. These core topics are supplemented by deep dives into the development of the discipline, research and practice in the field, and suggestions for the future of work psychology. Giving a detailed look into the world of work, it answers questions such as: \u003cem\u003eCan we accurately select people for jobs? How can work positively and negatively affect mental and physical health? How can we motivate people in the workplace? What makes a good leader? \u003c\/em\u003eIt also explores issues around types of research and what effective research looks like in this area. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupported by a helpful guide on the routes to chartership in the UK and working in the area, as well as a glossary of key terms and suggestions for further reading, this is the ideal introductory text for students. It will also interest those looking to understand the subject more generally and complete training in the area. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDr Laura Dean\u003c\/strong\u003e is a chartered psychologist with the British Psychological Society and a registered health psychologist with the UK Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). She is the programme director for the Stage 1 Occupational Psychology programme at the University of Sheffield, UK. Her research interests are focused on equality and diversity issues, particularly the effects of social class and the disadvantages faced by autistic people.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFran Cousans\u003c\/strong\u003e is an independent business psychologist with over a decade of experience in consulting and academia. She specialises in working with organisations to help them assess and select the best talent and is a university tutor of quantitative research methods and occupational psychology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 184\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.42 x 7.81 x 5.06 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 12, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47372486344882,"sku":"9781138048966","price":44.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/3891\/1666\/files\/NRxRXfsCAj9781138048966.webp?v=1782928974","url":"https:\/\/box.dadyminds.org\/products\/work-psychology-the-basics-paperback","provider":"DADYMINDS BOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}