Baron is a master at bringing the science of psychology to life for readers, linking applications of psychological research to issues such as gender, stress, and drug addiction. Newly updated pedagogical features interwoven throughout each chapter ensure that readers will be able to grasp and remember even the most complex topics in introductory psychology. With even more current references and discussion of today"s hottest topics, Essentials gives readers a cutting-edge slant on psychology"s core subjects.