The Research of Native Chinese Psychology

<p>"Human nature is an area of great concern to educational psychologists. It is also a topic frequently discussed by ancient Chinese thinkers and teachers." -Zhu Yongxin</p><p><strong>A detailed study of how modern psychology and ancient philosophy impacts education  </strong></p><p>Drawing from his extensive background in psychology, years of historical research, and groundbreaking work in education, China's acclaimed Professor Zhu Yongxin combines the disciplines of modern psychology and ancient philosophy in one essential volume. These enlightening articles and essays can be used as a starter kit by students and researchers alike. Divided into three informative sections, the book features:</p><ul><li>Case studies of applied psychology, including educational, personnel, criminal, military, medical, management, and dream psychology</li> <li>Insights of prominent Chinese figures and schools of thought, from Cheng Hao and Cheng Yi to Wang Fuzhi and Yan Yuan</li> <li>Reviews of ancient scholars and modern psychologists, from the lessons of Confucius to the social reforms and brain research of modern China</li> </ul><p>For modern educators, the study of psychology has proven to be an invaluable academic discipline and applied science that helps us better understand the human mind and behavior. Many of its basic principles are not modern at all, but reach back hundreds, even thousands of years to the world's greatest schools of thought-most notably those in ancient China.</p><p>In <i>Research of Native Chinese Psychology</i>, China's foremost educator Zhu Yongxin explores these timeless teachings and ideas which have formed the foundation of modern psychology, social reform, and educational excellence. Covering a wide range of topics, Yongxin takes us on a fascinating tour of the inquisitive mind, from the ancient debates on how we gain knowledge to the latest discoveries in brain research and beyond.</p><p>Articles include:</p><ul><li>Basic Theoretical Issues of Ancient Chinese Educational Psychology</li> <li>Educational Psychological Thought in Modern China</li> <li>Psychological Thoughts of Metaphysicians</li> <li>Ancient Chinese Scholar's Exploration of Zhi and Yi</li> <li>Analysis on Social Political Psychology of Chinese People</li> <li>Contributions of Ancient Chinese Scholars to Brain Research</li> <li>Chinese Psychology in the Social Reform</li> <li>Review of the Research on Chinese Psychology History</li> </ul><p>By comparing and contrasting our rich cultural heritage with more recent examples of applied psychology, Zhu Yongxin brings a refreshing modern perspective to the wisdom and traditions of ancient China. To quote Confucius, "I am not one who was born in the possession of knowledge; I am one who is fond of antiquity, and earnest in seeking it there."<br/> </p