Characters on the Couch: Exploring Psychology through Literature and Film

Exploring Psychology through Literature and Film

Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Psychology, Social Psychology

• Author: Dean Haycock
• ISBN: 9781440836992
• Publisher: ABC-CLIO
• Publication: August 29, 2016
• Imprint: Greenwood
• Language: English

Providing intriguing insights for students, film buffs, and readers of various genres of fiction, this fascinating book delves into the psychology of 100 well-known fictional characters.

• Provides an engaging and entertaining way to learn about both positive psychology and mental health issues through the behavior of interesting and often familiar characters, leading to a better understanding of human behavior

• Helps readers distinguish realistic depictions of psychological disorders from inaccurate ones, providing a basis for avoiding negative mental health stereotypes and stigma associated with mental illness

• Covers a wide range of behaviors and psychological disorders arranged in a convenient format, making it easy to find and learn about particular topics that can be read in or out of order