Personality, Individual Differences and Intelligence

"Already the standard textbook in the field, the latest edition adds some interesting further discussion of cutting-edge applied research whilst continuing to provide an engaging and comprehensive introduction."

Dr Christopher Bale, University of Hudderfield

"A very detailed and easily accessible textbook suitable for undergraduates new to the discipline of psychology, alongside students who need to explore and revisit these topics at a deeper level of understanding."

Dr Kamena Henshaw, University of East Anglia

The fourth edition of the marketing leading Personality, Individual Differences and Intelligence continues to offer a comprehensive, accessible and thoroughly up to date introduction to this fascinating field. A thoughtfully developed pedagogical approach guides the reader from the foundations to the more advanced topics, employing a range of features to encourage reflection, critical thinking and thereby a deeper understanding.

Key features

Thoroughly revised and updated to include a range of new research across the book.

Reworked and extended coverage coverage of motivation, creativity and optimism.

Updated with reference to DSM-5 throughout.

Student focused pedagogical approach including:

o   Stop and think to encourage students to consolidate their understanding and reflect upon key issues

o   Critical thinking section to help students to build their skills in this area

o   Career focus sections offer an insight into relevant professional avenues.

o   Going Further section to help students learn how to gain a deeper understanding through their independent study

Dr John Maltby is Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Leicester.

Dr Liz Day is Senior Lecturer in Psychology at the Sheffield Hallam University.

Professor Ann Mackaskill is at Sheffield Hallam University.  She is a Chartered Health Psychologist and trained in cognitive behavioural therapy.