Elephants on Acid: And Other Bizarre Experiments by Alex Boese
- Craziest psychological experiments from the 70’s before measures in place to protect participants where there.
- What happens to an elephant given a massive dose of LSD. Will babies instinctively pick a well-balanced diet? Will the average dog summon help in an emergency? Why can’t we tickle ourselves? And is it possible to bring back life to the dead?
The Little Book of Psychology by Emily Ralls and Caroline Riggs
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All of the best bits about psychology with none of the fluff. This is a good book to read if you want a basic overview of psychology and to learn about the key theories.
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The book gives an overview on the famous psychologists, theories, psychological studies and themes you need to know for your course and its only 128 pages.
Reaching Down the Rabbit Hole, by Dr Allan H. Ropper & Brian David Burrell
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The phrase “tell the doctor where it hurts” seems simple enough, but “Reaching Down the Rabbit Hole” accurately describes what happens when the very organ that produces awareness is damaged.
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Patient stories from a clinician’s perspective (Dr Ropper) in a distorted play on the Alice in Wonderland world which the title refers to, the book examines the lives of those who find themselves trapped in their own minds.
Career Paths in Psychology: Where Your Degree Can Take You, by Robert J. Sternberg
- There are over 30 different career paths discussed in the book, over three different areas: academia, clinical and counselling psychology, as well as using psychology in specialised settings such as within the military, schools or businesses. You will learn about the typical daily activities involved, including some of the advantages and disadvantages to the job roles.
