Cognition

Cognition, authored by Marvin Chun and Steven B. Most, brings a modern vitality to the study of the human mind by presenting exciting findings from cognitive psychology in an accessible and engaging manner. Published by Sinauer Associates, an imprint of Oxford University Press, this text highlights everyday-life applications to motivate students through highly relevant examples, discussions, and demonstrations. Its prose and pedagogical features, including “Think for Yourself” and “See for Yourself” sections, are designed to immerse readers in the process of scientific discovery.

This comprehensive volume balances classic foundational research with contemporary breakthroughs, emphasizing conceptual understanding and lifelong learning. The authors expand the traditional scope of the subject by integrating essential topic areas such as emotion and highlighting critical connections to social, clinical, and developmental psychology. To support mastery of the material, the text is accompanied by a robust suite of resources, including Discovery Labs, high-quality videos, and assessment tools that bridge the gap between theory and practice.

• Title: Cognition
• Author: Marvin Chun and Steven B. Most
• Publisher: Sinauer Associates (Oxford University Press)
• Series: Sinauer Series
• Publication Date: November 9, 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0199950636
• ISBN-13: 978-0199950638