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PublisherCambridge University Press

ISBN-100521850126

ISBN-139780521850124

eBay Product ID (ePID)50345626

Product Key Features

Number of Pages356 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication NameMathematics of Behavior

SubjectMethodology, Cognitive Psychology & Cognition, Statistics

Publication Year2006

TypeTextbook

Subject AreaSocial Science, Psychology

AuthorEarl Hunt

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.9 in

Item Weight21.2 Oz

Item Length9.3 in

Item Width6.2 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional

LCCN2005-030591

Reviews"In summary, this book represents an interesting, if mathematically daunting, show of force strongly suggesting the pursuit of formal mathematical thinking in behavioral science research and inclusion of expanded mathematical requirements and skill acquisition for behavioral science students. The book would serve well as a senior undergraduate text or introductory graduate text for courses in mathematics in psychology. I would also recommend it to all behavioral scientists, regardless of their math proficiency levels. It will serve as a pleasant intellectual walk through a park for the former and a healthy jog through the forest for the latter" - David Nussbaum, PsycCritiques, 'Traditionally, texts on mathematical modeling rarely select topics from social sciences, and this interesting book is a welcome addition to existing literature. It appeals to students and researchers in social and behavioral sciences, natural sciences, engineering, mathematics, as well as to anyone curious enough to patiently go through clearly explained and not very difficult mathematical passages in order to understand the chemistry of marital interactions, residential segregation and genocide, intelligence theories or approaches to learning. Believe me; your efforts will be generously rewarded!' Zentralblatt MATH, 'A great book for anyone looking for an introduction to mathematical modelling within the social sciences.' Psychometrika, "A fairly comprehensive survey of experimental psychology... A good introduction to a contentious subject at an appropriate level. A good survey of much of experimental psychology. It is also of interest to anyone pursuing the mathematics of psychology and to a lesser extent political science." James M. Cargal, Troy University for The UMAP Journal

TitleLeadingThe

Dewey Edition22

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal150.1/51

Table Of Content1. Introduction; 2. Applying probability theory to problems in sociology and psychology; 3. From physics to perception; 4. When systems evolve over time; 5. Non-Linear and chaotic systems; 6. Defining rationality - personal and group decision making; 7. How to evaluate evidence; 8. Multidimensional scaling surveying the geography of the mind; 9. The mathematical models behind psychological testing; 10. How to know you asked a good question; 11. The construction of complexity: how simple rules make the complex organizations; 12. Connectionism: computation connects mind and brain; 13. L'Envoi; References; Index.

SynopsisThis book illustrates how mathematics can be used to understand human and animal behavior, using examples in psychology, sociology, economics, ecology, and even marriage counseling. It is intended as an introduction to the use of mathematical thinking in the social and behavioral sciences., Mathematical thinking provides a clear, crisp way of defining problems. Our whole technology is based on it. What is less appreciated is that mathematical thinking can also be applied to problems in the social and behavioral sciences. This book illustrates how mathematics can be used to understand human and animal behavior, using examples in psychology, sociology, economics, ecology, and even marriage counseling.

LC Classification NumberBF39 .H86 2006