Psychology (Book)

Psychology is an introductory work authored by Nurettin Topçu, examining human behavior, mental processes, and personality structure at a fundamental level. Published by Dergâh Yayınları, the book is also regarded as a textbook prepared by Topçu for high school and university students.

Subject of the Book

The work is written to explain the fundamental concepts of psychology, understand human behavior, and systematically introduce mental mechanisms. It presents organized information under headings such as the definition of psychology, its fields, history, sensory organs, mental structure, attention, memory, imagination, learning, character, and will.

Content of the Book

Definition and Methods of Psychology

The book defines psychology as a scientific discipline that studies the human mind. Basic scientific approaches such as observation, experiment, comparison, and autobiographical method are explained.

Mental Processes

Mental functions such as perception, attention, memory, thought, and imagination are examined under separate headings. Concepts are defined, illustrated with examples, and presented within a conceptual framework.

Emotions and Will

Psychodynamic aspects such as emotions, feelings, and willpower are analyzed. The book explains human decision-making processes and the moral foundations of behavior.

Personality and Character

Topics such as character structure, individual differences, and the development of personality are discussed in simple language. The book emphasizes that an individual’s behavior is shaped by both hereditary and environmental factors.

Style of the Book

The work features an instructional and descriptive style. Technical terms are explained in clear, accessible language, avoiding conceptual confusion. An education-oriented tone is adopted throughout.

The Author’s Approach

Nurettin Topçu treats psychology as a discipline intrinsically linked to the moral structure of the human being. While incorporating modern psychological approaches, the book presents explanations that preserve the spiritual unity of the individual.