Individual Differences, Personality and Intelligence
Autor Colin Cooperen Limba Engleză Paperback – 24 mar 2027
The content includes:
Theories
· Biological social and cognitive origins of personality and abilities, including the “Big Five” traits, emotional intelligence, psychopathy, and schizotypy
· Mood and motivation states
· Personality and ability change over time
· Clinically-relevant models of personality
Methods
· Psychometrics, factor analysis, test construction
· Principles of behavioural and molecular genetics, network analysis
Applications
· Education, work and sport
· Health, medicine, forensic and clinical psychology
Distinctive features include:
· An engaging, non-technical writing style
· A description and critical evaluation of theories and empirical studies
· Self-assessment questionnaires to check understanding of key concepts
· Links to external videos and webpages to amplify content
· A focus on evidence-based research
· A requirement of minimal mathematical background
The 5th Edition includes a chapter on personality dynamics, differences and change, as well as updated coverage throughout the book, particularly on the biological/genetic underpinnings of personality and intelligence, and their applications.
It is written for intermediate or advanced undergraduates studying individual differences, personality, intelligence, education or psychological assessment. Postgraduate students in areas involving psychological assessment -- such as work psychology, educational-psychology and sport -- will also find it valuable. Being self-contained, it is also ideal for students on modular pathways where prior methodological knowledge (e.g., genetics) cannot be assumed.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781032763385
ISBN-10: 1032763388
Pagini: 520
Ilustrații: 162
Dimensiuni: 189 x 246 mm
Ediția:5
Editura: Taylor & Francis
Colecția Routledge
Locul publicării:Oxford, United Kingdom
ISBN-10: 1032763388
Pagini: 520
Ilustrații: 162
Dimensiuni: 189 x 246 mm
Ediția:5
Editura: Taylor & Francis
Colecția Routledge
Locul publicării:Oxford, United Kingdom
Public țintă
Postgraduate, Undergraduate Advanced, and Undergraduate CoreCuprins
Contents
Preface
1 Introduction to Individual Differences
2 Personality by introspection
3 Measuring individual differences
4 Depth psychology
5 Factor analysis and network analysis
6 Broad trait theories of personality
7 Reliability and validity of psychological tests
8 Narrow personality traits
9 Sub-clinical and antisocial personality traits
10 Biological, social and cognitive bases of personality
11 Structure and measurement of abilities
12 Ability processes
13 Emotional intelligence
14 Ability change over time
15 Environmental and genetic influences on personality and intelligence
16 The psychology of mood and motivation
17 Personality differences and dynamics
18 Applications in health, clinical, counselling and forensic psychology
19 Applications in education, work and sport
20 Performing and interpreting factor analyses
21 Constructing a test
22 Problems with tests
23 Integration, concerns and conclusions
Appendix
Recenzii
'The fifth edition of Cooper's classic book offers a comprehensive and refreshingly nuanced perspective on individual differences research. It will be an essential read for students and teachers of the psychology at universities around the world. And given the ubiquity of individual differences, a copy should be on everybody else's bookshelf too.'
Professor Sophie von Stumm, Department of Education, University of York.
'The 5th edition of Dr. Colin Cooper's complete, comprehensive and most readable book continues the legacy of the previous editions with a contemporary and in-depth critical analysis of the theoretical foundations, measurement and applications as well as forward looking description of current advances on individual differences. The chapters on the the broad domains of intelligence and personality are fully researched and presented to make this a fascinating and engaging book, most certainly for psychology students but also for the more seasoned researcher, teacher, and practitioner.'
Professor Don Saklofske, University of Western Ontario and University of Calgary, Canada.
'This is an outstanding and engaging introduction to individual differences that students will find both accessible and intellectually stimulating. It brings together classic ideas and contemporary perspectives while consistently connecting theory to real-world applications with plenty of interactive examples. I would highly recommend this book to any advanced undergraduate course — it’s a resource that students will genuinely learn from and enjoy.'
Professor Jakob Pietschnig, University of Vienna, Austria.
'This is an outstanding and deeply impressive contribution to the field of individual differences by Colin Cooper who has a lifetime of dedicated research in this area. What makes this book truly exceptional is the way it combines conceptual clarity, methodological rigour, and critical evaluation into a coherent and highly engaging whole. It is rare to find a text that not only explains what we know about personality and cognitive abilities, but also consistently asks how we know it and whether we should trust it. The treatment of core topics such as measurement, factor analysis, and reliability and validity is particularly strong and really plays again to Cooper’s expertise, providing readers with the essential tools needed to think like critical scientists rather than passive consumers of research.
The book’s emphasis on distinguishing theoretical constructs from their operational definitions is both timely and vital, reinforcing the idea that psychological science rests on careful measurement and critical scrutiny . Equally impressive is the breadth of coverage. From broad trait theories to narrow and socially significant traits, from intelligence structure to the biological and cognitive processes underlying ability, and from emotional intelligence to genetic and environmental influences, the text offers a comprehensive and intellectually integrated account of the field. The chapters on ability processes and emotional intelligence are particularly noteworthy for their willingness to engage critically with popular theories, separating well-supported conclusions from claims that are less robust .
Perhaps most striking, however, is the consistent emphasis on scientific thinking. Throughout, the reader is encouraged to question assumptions, evaluate evidence, and consider alternative explanations. This commitment to critical analysis, whether in discussing controversial topics such as the dark side of personality or the heritability of intelligence, ensures that the book informs and educates. It is rigorous without being inaccessible, comprehensive without being superficial, and critical without being dismissive. In terms of its audience, it will be a valuable resource for students, researchers, and practitioners alike, and stands as one of the clearest and most intellectually honest treatments of individual differences research.'
Professor Christopher Jackson, University of New South Wales, Australia.
'The fifth edition of Prof. Cooper's indispensable text on Individual Differences, Personality and Intelligence is an essential addition to the library of anyone working in the field. Students will benefit from the thorough coverage and professionals will appreciate the up-to-date compendium of information on the full breadth of pertinent topics in a single comprehensive volume.'
Professor Robert Krueger, Distinguished McKnight University Professor, University of Minnesota, USA.
This outstanding fifth edition offers a rare combination of conceptual clarity, methodological depth, and intellectual ambition. It guides the reader through the complexity of personality, abilities, and motivation with remarkable coherence, while continually inviting critical reflection. What makes this book truly distinctive is how it brings together theory, measurement, and real-world applications into a unified vision of individual differences. An essential and inspiring resource for anyone seeking to understand not just how people differ, but why those differences matter.
Professor Malgosia Fajkowska.
Professor Sophie von Stumm, Department of Education, University of York.
'The 5th edition of Dr. Colin Cooper's complete, comprehensive and most readable book continues the legacy of the previous editions with a contemporary and in-depth critical analysis of the theoretical foundations, measurement and applications as well as forward looking description of current advances on individual differences. The chapters on the the broad domains of intelligence and personality are fully researched and presented to make this a fascinating and engaging book, most certainly for psychology students but also for the more seasoned researcher, teacher, and practitioner.'
Professor Don Saklofske, University of Western Ontario and University of Calgary, Canada.
'This is an outstanding and engaging introduction to individual differences that students will find both accessible and intellectually stimulating. It brings together classic ideas and contemporary perspectives while consistently connecting theory to real-world applications with plenty of interactive examples. I would highly recommend this book to any advanced undergraduate course — it’s a resource that students will genuinely learn from and enjoy.'
Professor Jakob Pietschnig, University of Vienna, Austria.
'This is an outstanding and deeply impressive contribution to the field of individual differences by Colin Cooper who has a lifetime of dedicated research in this area. What makes this book truly exceptional is the way it combines conceptual clarity, methodological rigour, and critical evaluation into a coherent and highly engaging whole. It is rare to find a text that not only explains what we know about personality and cognitive abilities, but also consistently asks how we know it and whether we should trust it. The treatment of core topics such as measurement, factor analysis, and reliability and validity is particularly strong and really plays again to Cooper’s expertise, providing readers with the essential tools needed to think like critical scientists rather than passive consumers of research.
The book’s emphasis on distinguishing theoretical constructs from their operational definitions is both timely and vital, reinforcing the idea that psychological science rests on careful measurement and critical scrutiny . Equally impressive is the breadth of coverage. From broad trait theories to narrow and socially significant traits, from intelligence structure to the biological and cognitive processes underlying ability, and from emotional intelligence to genetic and environmental influences, the text offers a comprehensive and intellectually integrated account of the field. The chapters on ability processes and emotional intelligence are particularly noteworthy for their willingness to engage critically with popular theories, separating well-supported conclusions from claims that are less robust .
Perhaps most striking, however, is the consistent emphasis on scientific thinking. Throughout, the reader is encouraged to question assumptions, evaluate evidence, and consider alternative explanations. This commitment to critical analysis, whether in discussing controversial topics such as the dark side of personality or the heritability of intelligence, ensures that the book informs and educates. It is rigorous without being inaccessible, comprehensive without being superficial, and critical without being dismissive. In terms of its audience, it will be a valuable resource for students, researchers, and practitioners alike, and stands as one of the clearest and most intellectually honest treatments of individual differences research.'
Professor Christopher Jackson, University of New South Wales, Australia.
'The fifth edition of Prof. Cooper's indispensable text on Individual Differences, Personality and Intelligence is an essential addition to the library of anyone working in the field. Students will benefit from the thorough coverage and professionals will appreciate the up-to-date compendium of information on the full breadth of pertinent topics in a single comprehensive volume.'
Professor Robert Krueger, Distinguished McKnight University Professor, University of Minnesota, USA.
This outstanding fifth edition offers a rare combination of conceptual clarity, methodological depth, and intellectual ambition. It guides the reader through the complexity of personality, abilities, and motivation with remarkable coherence, while continually inviting critical reflection. What makes this book truly distinctive is how it brings together theory, measurement, and real-world applications into a unified vision of individual differences. An essential and inspiring resource for anyone seeking to understand not just how people differ, but why those differences matter.
Professor Malgosia Fajkowska.
Notă biografică
Colin Cooper lectured in Psychology at Queen’s University Belfast for 20 years before emigrating to Canada. He is the author of several books on personality, intelligence and psychological measurement and of numerous research articles. He was elected president of the International Society for the Study of Individual Differences from 2021-2023.
Descriere
This book provides a comprehensive, modern and student-friendly guide to the psychology of human personality, cognitive abilities, mood and motivation. It covers all aspects of the field – from social and biological origins and mechanisms, to measurement, and applications, together with the necessary psychometric theory.