Alphabetical arrangement by topic. Each entry has a bibliography. There is an index, a synoptic outline of contents, and a directory of contributors. 1987 Dictionary designed to provide information about individuals whose names have become part of common psychological terms, such as Freudian slip, Montessori method, etc. The encyclopedia consists of over 400 articles about cognitive sciences and related disciplines such as psychology, neuroscience, linguistics, philosophy, anthropology, evolutionary biology, and computer science.
Most articles have a list of references and further readings.
Has a subject index, name index, and list of contributors. Signed articles often include bibliographies and cross references. Also includes Bylaws of the Association, the Ethical Principles of Psychologists, and information about certification and licensing. Also includes information about the organization of psychological research, teaching, and accreditation in individual countries. Provides overview of many of the fundamental problems facing psychologists and gives a summary of managerial approaches needed for psychologists to practice successfully.