Book Launch Seminars
2024-05-24
Book Launch Seminar: Psychology in Asia: An Introduction

Time : 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Venue : 5/F floor, Library Complex, Hong Kong Shue Yan University

 

(中文版本詳見於下半部分)

 

In today's interconnected world, the demand for culturally relevant and inclusive resources in psychology education has never been more pressing. "Psychology in Asia" is a collaborative effort by educators in Asia who recognized the need for a textbook that captures the nuances of Asian societies, going beyond traditional Western-centric perspectives.

This comprehensive textbook covers essential topics in psychology, ranging from cognition and consciousness to personality and psychotherapy. By integrating research, philosophical reflections, and psychological practices rooted in Asia, this book offers a holistic understanding of psychology that reflects the diverse tapestry of Asian cultures, ensuring students are exposed to globally informed and culturally relevant perspectives.

The latest edition of "Psychology in Asia: An Introduction" incorporates cutting-edge findings and emerging theories tailored to unravel the intricacies of Asian cognitive, emotional, and behavioral patterns. From foundational concepts to specialized topics, each chapter serves as a gateway to deeper exploration, equipping students with the tools to navigate the complexities of cross-cultural interactions with sensitivity and insight.

Want to explore the book in a more in-depth way? Join us for the book launch event of "Psychology in Asia: An Introduction," on 24. All are welcome!

Date: 24 May 2024
Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Venue: 5/F floor, Library Complex, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Language: English
Eligibility: Open to public
Fee: Free

Registration here: https://hksyu.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6uiCIiw8ftnFjbo?Q_CHL=qr

 

在當今高度全球化的世界,心理學教育前所未有並迫切地需要具有文化相關性和包容性的資源。在亞洲心理學教育工作者的共同努力下編製出來的 "Psychology in Asia: An Introduction",是一本能夠仔細刻畫亞洲社會文化細微差別,並提出超越傳統的西方中心主義觀點的教科書。

這本教科書涵蓋了心理學的基本主題,如認知和意識,到人格和心理治療。通過統整亞洲的心理學研究、哲學反思和實踐,這本書反映了亞洲文化的多樣性,建構了對心理學更全面的理解,為學生提供具全球化視角、文化相關性的觀點。

"Psychology in Asia: An Introduction" 的最新版本加入了最前沿的發現和新興理論,旨在揭示亞洲社會中認知、情感和行為模式的複雜性。有助培養學生的文化敏感度和洞察力,以應對跨複雜的文化互動,同時為進一步深入探索心理學基礎概念或特定議題提供了堅實的起步點。

有興趣了解更多?歡迎你來參與5月24日在香港樹仁大學圖書館舉辦的新書發佈會!

日期:2024年5月24日
時間:下午3:00 - 5:00
地點:香港樹仁大學圖書館大樓5樓
語言:英文
對象︰公眾
費用︰免費

報名連結:https://hksyu.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6uiCIiw8ftnFjbo?Q_CHL=qr