Only contributions from members of the Harvard Psychological Laboratory will be printed in these volumes, which will appear at irregular intervals.

Only contributions from members of the Harvard Psychological Laboratory will be printed in these volumes, which will appear at irregular intervals.

In more ways than we may sometimes care to acknowledge, the human being is just another primate--it is certainly only very rarely that researchers into cognition, emotion, personality, and behavior in our species and in other primates come together to compare notes and share insights. This book, one of the few comprehensive attempts at integrating behavioral research into human and nonhuman primates, does precisely that--and in doing so, offers a clear, in-depth look at the mutually enlightening work being done in psychology and primatology. Relying on theories of behavior derived from psychology rather than ecology or biological anthropology, the authors, internationally known experts in primatology and psychology, focus primarily on social processes in areas including aggression, conflict resolution, sexuality, attachment, parenting, social development and affiliation, cognitive development, social cognition, personality, emotions, vocal and nonvocal communication, cognitive neuroscience, and psychopathology. They show nonhuman primates to be far more complex, cognitively and emotionally, than was once supposed, with provocative implications for our understanding of supposedly unique human characteristics. Arguing that both human and nonhuman primates are distinctive for their wide range of context-sensitive behaviors, their work makes a powerful case for the future integration of human and primate behavioral research.

Harvard Psychological Studies, Volume 1, represents a pioneering foray into the multifaceted field of early American psychology. Assembled by a distinguished group of early 20th-century psychologists, this collection showcases a breadth of literary styles from empirical studies to theoretical essays, reflecting the burgeoning interest in experimental and applied psychology of the time. The anthology captures the era's intellectual zeitgeist, grappling with foundational questions of human behavior, cognition, and emotion. Through a diverse array of investigations, ranging from sensory perception to animal psychology, the volume embodies the dynamic and interdisciplinary nature of psychology as it began to establish itself as a scientific discipline. The contributing authors, Hugo Münsterberg, Edwin B. Holt, Harvey A. Peterson, Robert Macdougall, and Robert M. Yerkes, alongside Gurry E. Huggins, were central figures in the early development of American psychology. Their collective work in this volume speaks to the rich interplay of ideas that characterized the period, drawing on and contributing to contemporary understandings of psychological processes. Their backgrounds, spanning experimental psychology, philosophy, and biology, mirrored the cross-disciplinary origins of psychology, providing the anthology with a nuanced exploration of its subjects that resonated with both national and international scholarly debates. For students, scholars, and anyone with a keen interest in the roots of psychology, Harvard Psychological Studies, Volume 1 offers an invaluable glimpse into the early challenges and triumphs of the field. The diversity of approaches and topics not only illuminates the historical path of psychological inquiry but also encourages a deeper appreciation for the complexity and depth of human psychology. This volume stands as a testament to the rich dialogue among some of the fields earliest innovators, offering readers the opportunity to trace the evolution of psychological thought through a pivotal period in its history.