Comprehensive, clear, and practical, Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology, fifth edition, by Dennis Howitt, serves as an essential student guide to understanding and undertaking quantitative and qualitative research in psychology. The book breaks down the research process into manageable steps to equip students with the skills necessary to ask intelligent research questions, carry out a literature review, choose an appropriate research design, collect data, and write up their findings. Throughout the text, research examples from various fields such as forensic, social, educational, and abnormal psychology are discussed, offering insights into how research advances our understanding in these areas. The fifth edition includes revised content and two new chapters: ‘Data Analysis Issues and Scientific Progress,’ which explores complexities in research, discussing issues such as questionable research practices and replication studies; and ‘Improving a Qualitative Write-Up,’ providing advice and guidance on writing up qualitative studies with a detailed illustrative example. This book is ideal for students just beginning their research journey and those moving on to more advanced projects in psychology.