
The Psychological Brain: A New Paradigm for Understanding How the Mind Works
Author: Herbert J. Greenwald PhDPublisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing PlatformPaperback:ISBN 10: 1544077521ISBN 13: 978-1544077529In The Psychological Brain: A New Paradigm for Understanding How the Mind Works, Herbert J. Greenwald, PhD, presents a lucid explanation of his new theory of psychology: psychological systems theory. Dr. Greenwald’s theory explains human psychology as a network of interrelated systems that operate below awareness. One of these systems is psychological homeostasis—a state of mental stability. When homeostatic extremes are exceeded, emotional states result such as depression, anxiety, addiction, and other states of uncontrollability. Another major system—psychological roots—consists of beliefs, goals, expectations, concerns, interests, and certain other aspects that operate subconsciously. Psychological problems are often caused by distress-prone psychological roots and must be addressed for improvement to occur. Psychological roots are the key to hi