Thinking about Thinking Cognition, Science, and Psychotherapy [Hardcover]

This book examines cognition with a broad and comprehensive approach. Drawing upon the work of many researchers, McDowell applies current scientific thinking to enhance the understanding of psychotherapy and other contemporary topics, including economics and healthcare. Through the use of practical examples, his analysis is accessible to a wide range of readers. In particular, clinicians, physicians, and mental health professionals will learn more about the thought processes through which they and their patients assess information.

1. Thinking About Psychology 2. Thinking About the Brain 3. Thinking About Emotions 4. Thinking About Thinking 5. Thinking About Our Selves 6. Thinking About Science and Contemporary Issues 7. Re-Thinking Psychotherapy

Undoubtedly, the text can be of interest to novices who seek an engaging introduction to psychology and its most notable application (i.e., psychotherapy), and to a more specialized readership who may be attracted by the opportunity of a quick knowledge update.  Maura Pulotti, Ph.D., Ashford University, Metapsychology

Thinking About Thinking: Cognition, Science, and Psychotherapy is an ambitious undertaking that explores the most fundamental of human attributes--thinking... This timely and important effort and the myriad of supporing neuropsychological, cognitive, and cultural studies challenge assumptions concerning the nature of our cognitive processes. The rich tapestry of evidence-based knowledge presented in the book depicts a complex picture of our thinking processes, illustrating both their potential capabilities as well as their ever-present pitfalls... McDowell's approach to diagnosing and treating patients' problems is active and directive... WE need this optimism, especially in a field where we attempt to offer patients alternatives to maladaptive behaviors. Although taking into accountlñ