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Last updated: June 04, 2024

Applied psychology takes all our findings from scientific study and aims to take these principles, concepts and methods and turn them into real-life results.  Here experts recommend books on all angles of applied psychology.

Clinical psychologists, through cognitive, behavioural or analytic therapies, hope to make us happier and better able to cope with distressing events in our lives. Family and relationship psychologists use talking therapies to help us better communicate with our nearest and dearest. Other applied psychologists offer specialist insight into the human mind to those working in fields like business, police investigation, town planning and education.

Applied psychologists ask questions like: What qualities make a good leader or manager? What stops criminals reoffending? How can we harness what we know about the human mind to repair failing relationships or toxic work environments?

We've spoken to experts like the relationship therapist and bestselling author Mira Kirschenbaum  and educational psychologist Jacqueline Leighton , asking them to recommend the best books in their specialist fields of applied psychology.

The best books on Disagreeing Productively , recommended by Ian Leslie

The enigma of reason: a new theory of human understanding by dan sperber & hugo mercier, knowing mandela: a personal portrait by john carlin, the five percent: finding solutions to seemingly impossible conflicts by peter coleman, mere civility: disagreement and the limits of toleration by teresa bejan, learning lessons from waco: when parties bring their gods to the negotiation table by jayne docherty.

Many of us avoid conflict in our relationships with family and friends or at work, but that's probably a mistake, says Ian Leslie , author of a number of nonfiction books on human behaviour. Here, he recommends books that offer insight into how to disagree productively, from evolutionary biology to 17th century Rhode Island, from Nelson Mandela to seemingly intractable conflicts.

Many of us avoid conflict in our relationships with family and friends or at work, but that’s probably a mistake, says Ian Leslie, author of a number of nonfiction books on human behaviour. Here, he recommends books that offer insight into how to disagree productively, from evolutionary biology to 17th century Rhode Island, from Nelson Mandela to seemingly intractable conflicts.

The best books on Sports Psychology , recommended by Bill Cole

The inner game of tennis by w. timothy gallwey, golf is not a game of perfect by bob rotella, zen putting: mastering the mental game on the greens by joseph parent, heads-up baseball: playing the game one pitch at a time by ken ravizza & tom hanson, the champion’s mind: how great athletes think, train, and thrive by jim afremow.

What do you think about when you’re training at the gym, or on the tennis court? And what should you think about, if your goal is maximizing performance and results? Seasoned sports psychologist Bill Cole , coach for numerous Olympic teams and top-level international athletes, reveals that the number one road block to athletic performance often isn’t physical—it’s overthinking.

What do you think about when you’re training at the gym, or on the tennis court? And what should you think about, if your goal is maximizing performance and results? Seasoned sports psychologist Bill Cole, coach for numerous Olympic teams and top-level international athletes, reveals that the number one road block to athletic performance often isn’t physical—it’s overthinking.

The best books on Forensic Psychology , recommended by David Canter

Forensic psychology for dummies by david canter, the criminal by havelock ellis, inside the criminal mind by stanton samenow, the psychology of criminal conduct: theory, research and practice by ronald blackburn, introduction to forensic psychology: research and application curtis & anne bartol.

There's more to criminal psychology than Mindhunter and  Silence of the Lambs would have you believe, says the offender profiling pioneer David Canter . Here, he selects five of the best books on forensic psychology.

There’s more to criminal psychology than Mindhunter and  Silence of the Lambs would have you believe, says the offender profiling pioneer David Canter. Here, he selects five of the best books on forensic psychology.

The best books on Clinical Psychology , recommended by Susan Llewelyn

The theory and practice of group psychotherapy by irvin d yalom, introduction to cognitive analytic therapy: principles and practice by anthony ryle & ian b kerr, managing your mind: the mental fitness guide by gillian butler, tony hope & nick grey, what works for whom: a critical review of psychotherapy research by anthony roth & peter fonagy, why don't i feel good enough: using attachment theory to find a solution by helen dent.

Clinical psychologists look at how we feel, how that affects how we behave, and whether we can change. Here, the Oxford academic and clinician Susan Llewelyn discusses five key books in the field of clinical psychology, why clinicians must keep their minds open to new approaches, and why aspiring psychologists should read as many novels as they can.

The best books on Emotional Intelligence , recommended by Daniel Goleman

The triple focus: a new approach to education by daniel goleman and peter senge, handbook of social and emotional learning: research and practice by ed. durlak et al, the oxford handbook of compassion science by ed. seppälä et al, emotional alchemy: how the mind can heal the heart by tara bennett-goleman, marrow: love, loss, and what matters most by elizabeth lesser.

We are taught to value intelligence and academic ability, but raw mental firepower does not always translate into success at work or a life of contentment. Just as important are the skills that make up 'emotional intelligence,' says Daniel Goleman , whose bestselling book popularised the concept. Here he chooses five emotional intelligence books that explore its practical applications.

We are taught to value intelligence and academic ability, but raw mental firepower does not always translate into success at work or a life of contentment. Just as important are the skills that make up ’emotional intelligence,’ says Daniel Goleman, whose bestselling book popularised the concept. Here he chooses five emotional intelligence books that explore its practical applications.

The best books on Educational Testing , recommended by Jacqueline Leighton

Measuring the mind: conceptual issues in contemporary psychometrics by denny borsboom, protocol analysis: verbal reports as data by ericsson and simon, knowing what students know: the science and design of educational assessment by pellegrino and chudowsky and glaser (eds), how children fail by john holt, freedom to learn by carl rogers.

At school, children get tested a lot. How do those tests impact their learning? How can tests be made fairer? Educational psychologist Jacqueline Leighton introduces the best books in the evolving field of educational testing.

The best books on Leadership , recommended by Brett Wigdortz

Tribal business school by jo owen, the tipping point by malcom gladwell, from good to great by jim collins, freedom from fear by aung san suu kyi, the book of exodus by various.

Good leaders combine iron will with a dose of humility, says the founder of groundbreaking teaching charity Teach First. He traces leadership skills back to Moses, and tells us about books we can all learn from.

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Team of rivals by doris kearns goodwin, perestroika by mikhail gorbachev, bodyline autopsy by david frith, every second counts by lance armstrong with sally jenkins, alone in berlin by hans fallada.

Alastair Campbell , Tony Blair’s former communications chief, takes a look at leadership in politics and in sport, recognising that ordinary citizens can show courageous moral leadership

Alastair Campbell, Tony Blair’s former communications chief, takes a look at leadership in politics and in sport, recognising that ordinary citizens can show courageous moral leadership

The best books on Happiness at Work , recommended by Jessica Pryce-Jones

First, break all the rules by jessica pryce-jones, authentic happiness by martin e p seligman, happiness: lessons from a new science by richard layard, stumbling on happiness by daniel gilbert, the no asshole rule by robert i sutton.

The CEO of iOpener, a human asset management consultancy, explains how you can increase happiness and thus productivity in the workplace. She picks five essential reads for bosses and employees.

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Applied Psychology

Print ISSN: 0269-994X

Online ISSN: 1464-0597

Impact Factor: 4.9

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Edited By:Alex Newman & Serge da Motta Veiga

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Advanced Research Methods for Applied Psychology

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Advanced Research Methods for Applied Psychology provides a comprehensive discussion of 21 key topics for the completion of an applied psychology (or similar) research thesis/project.

The book provides a one-stop shop for the current issues and discussions of key research methods and common statistical analysis techniques, but avoids being a step-by-step instruction guide. The book is divided into four sections, representing the stages of thesis completion: getting started, data collection, data analysis, and reporting research. Each chapter presents a detailed scholarly discussion on a topic and represents the most up-to-date reference for that topic. The Chapters also provide key references for further detailed readings and guides. The chapters are authored by leading researchers from all around the world. This book discusses both emerging and traditional research methods commonly utilised within applied psychology research projects and directly assists early researchers in providing an informed discussion of their decisions relating to their choice of, for example, research sampling, the use of diary studies, appropriate survey time-lags, conducting systematic reviews, and the macro and micro process issues involved with conducting organisational interventions.

This book is an important reference text for applied psychology research thesis/project students and researchers, including both undergraduate and postgraduate students. It will be of interest to applied psychology researchers in all fields (clinical, organisational, developmental, forensic, etc.) and to those in other disciplines. The book provides coverage of advanced research methods and statistical topics and is suitable for adoption for these courses in honours/post-graduate levels of study within applied psychology and related fields.

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Chapter 1 | 3  pages, introduction to advanced research methods for applied psychology, section section 1 | 63  pages, getting started, chapter 2 | 10  pages, designing impactful research, chapter 3 | 21  pages, research sampling, chapter 4 | 11  pages, research ethics for human research and legal issues, chapter 5 | 19  pages, integrating artificial intelligence in research methods, section section 2 | 139  pages, data collection, chapter 6 | 16  pages, systematic reviews, chapter 7 | 12  pages, research using archival data, chapter 8 | 12  pages, qualitative research approaches to social phenomena, chapter 9 | 11  pages, case studies, chapter 10 | 18  pages, experimental and quasi-experimental designs – verities and balderdash 1, chapter 11 | 13  pages, social media, web, and panel surveys, chapter 12 | 11  pages, assessing cognitive processes, chapter 13 | 14  pages, longitudinal data collection, chapter 14 | 12  pages, diary studies, event sampling, and smartphone apps, chapter 15 | 18  pages, organisational interventions, section section 3 | 94  pages, the nitty-gritty, chapter 16 | 13  pages, missing data, chapter 17 | 14  pages, data preparation, chapter 18 | 11  pages, thematic analysis, chapter 19 | 14  pages, structural equation modelling, chapter 20 | 14  pages, best practices in testing moderated mediation in applied psychological studies, chapter 21 | 15  pages, multilevel analyses, chapter 22 | 11  pages, producing an academic thesis and an organisational report.

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Applied Psychology demonstrates the power of applied psychology to promote human welfare and optimal human functioning as well as the vast career opportunities that exist for those with a psychology education. Some of the most eminent psychologists in the world today examine how psychological science is and can be used to prevent and ameliorate pressing human problems to promote positive social change. Part one provides an overview of the history and rise of applied psychology. The second part provides examples of how psychological science has been, and can be used, to prevent and ameliorate human problems. Part three presents examples of cutting-edge research in applied psychology, while exploring non-traditional career opportunities. The contributors provide evidence for the range of career opportunities, discuss skill and educational requirements, and explore the quality of work life in a wide range of areas within psychology. Advice on what it takes to prepare for a rewarding career in applied psychology is also provided. Intended as a supplement for courses in introductory or applied psychology, contemporary issues, professional development, social and organizational psychology, this book will also be a valued addition to campus career centers. Psychologists considering new career options will also appreciate this volume.

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"It is powerful, both in its content and in its list of authors, who in many cases developed much of the seminal scientific research in their areas of study." — PsycCRITIQUES "This is a wonderful book that shows students that psychology can make a difference to their own lives, to the lives of others, and to the world...This book helps right that balance. I recommend it most highly." — Robert J. Sternberg, Ph.D. Yale University "This book has the potential, for the first time, to offer prospective and current psychology students a systematic overview of career opportunities in applied psychology..." — Icek Ajzen, Ph.D. University of Massachusetts Amherst

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Cara Flanagan, Dave Berry, Rob Liddle, Jock McGinty, Advisor: Mark Walsh

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