This standard introduction to psychology and counseling offers an explanation of classic theory and a holistic Christian view of humanity and counseling. The book includes over one hundred "spotlights" (brief essays featuring persons, ideas, and applications relevant to Christian counseling), copious illustrations, a glossary explaining technical terms, and thorough indexes. The text, organized according to the way introductory counseling courses are taught, serves as a helpful reference tool of enduring value.<br/><br/>Subject areas include:<br/>• personality<br/>• classic psychological theory<br/>• the biological basis of behavior<br/>• emotions and motivation<br/>• memory, cognition, self-concept<br/>• child and adult development<br/>• sensation and perception<br/>• social psychology<br/>• individual and family counseling<br/>• psychology of religion<br/>• abnormal psychology<br/>• individual and group therapy