Psychology Research Methods: A Writing Intensive Approach

Author: Elizabeth Brondolo

Psychology Research Methods: A Writing Intensive Approach is a comprehensive guide that provides instruction in critical concepts and processes in behavioral science research methods. This book focuses on developing skills in formulating and writing research papers, creating an experiential approach to learning.

The chapters are organized around the task of writing a complete APA-style research paper, consisting of instructional text, excerpts from published research articles, and learning activities. These activities help students develop skills in reading scientific research, evaluating and analyzing scientific information, and assembling evidence to make a scientific argument.

The writing activities in the book help students break down the process of writing a research paper into manageable and meaningful components. As students complete the chapter activities, they assemble their research paper, gaining practical experience in the process.

Psychology Research Methods: A Writing Intensive Approach teaches research methods in a clinical context, inspired by the National Institute of Health’s Science of Behavior Change Program. Students acquire knowledge about research methods as they read research articles about behavioral health disorders, including studies about their prevalence, causes, and treatment. This clinical focus helps students appreciate the value of psychological research.

Product Details

Publisher: Elsevier Science

Publication Date: April 25, 2021

Language: English

ISBN: 9780128156803, 9780128156810