Author(s): Lisa J. Cohen

Psychology

Featuring more than 800 answers to questions of how the human mind and the science of psychology really work, this fascinating discussion gives readers the real facts of modern psychology in a fun, approachable way. Avoiding the entertainment fluff of pop psychology and the mind-numbing dullness of overly academic works, this exploration gives insight into the current science of the mind by answering questions such as: what makes a marriage last; why do toddlers have temper tantrums; and, can we exercise ourselves into happiness. In addition to the question-and-answer section, an overview looks at the psychology of money, sex, and morality.