An Introduction to Social Psychology
Verlag | Wiley & Sons |
Auflage | 2020 |
Seiten | 880 |
Format | 18,1 x 4,3 x 26,1 cm |
Gewicht | 1756 g |
Artikeltyp | Englisches Buch |
Reihe | BPS Textbooks in Psychology |
EAN | 9781119486268 |
Bestell-Nr | 11948626UA |
This definitive resource in social psychology includes engaging study tools designed to help students grasp the underlying theories and the latest research in the field.
In the 7th edition of An Introduction to Social Psychology, students will discover a wealth of tools to help them understand the theories and fundamental knowledge in the ever-evolving field of social psychology. With contributions leading psychologists, this feature-rich edition includes Theory Boxes, Research Close-ups, and Lab Boxes to help cement students' understanding of the study material.
This essential study guide has been engaging and educating students on social psychology theories and research for over 34 years. For students entering into the world of social psychology for the first time, this book covers foundational topics, such as:
_ The history of social psychology throughout Europe
_ Updated research methods and newly developed theories
_ In-depth looks at s ocial cognition, aggression, prosocial behavior, and relationships
_ Strategies for changing attitude and behavior
_ Critical study materials for multiple-choice testing
The combination of traditional academic study with cohesion of topics, accessibility of material, and pedagogy in this 7th edition makes it a definitive resource for both instructors and beginning psychology students alike.
Inhaltsverzeichnis:
Notes on Contributors xvii
Preface to Seventh Edition xx
Guided Tour xxiii
Accompanying Online Resources for Instructors and Students xxix
Chapter 1 Introducing Social Psychology 1
Wolfgang Stroebe and Miles Hewstone
Chapter 2 Research Methods in Social Psychology 35
Andrew G. Livingstone and Antony S. R. Manstead
Chapter 3 Social Perception and Attribution 75
Brian Parkinson
Chapter 4 Social Cognition 120
Roland Deutsch and Jenny Roth
Chapter 5 The Self 161
Carolyn C. Morf
Chapter 6 Attitudes 213
Geoffrey Haddock and Gregory R. Maio
Chapter 7 Strategies of Attitude and Behaviour Change 254
Wolfgang Stroebe
Chapter 8 Social Influence 293
Miles Hewstone and Robin Martin
Chapter 9 Aggression 347
Barbara Krahé
Chapter 10 Prosocial Behaviour 395
Mark Levine, Rachel Manning, and Richard Philpot
Chapter 11 Attraction and Close Relationships 445
Johan C. Karremans and Catrin Finkenauer
Chapter 12 Group Dynamics 485
Bernard A. Nijstad
Chapter 13 Group Performance and Leadership 526
Stefan Schulz-Hardt and Felix C. Brodbeck
Chapter 14 Prejudice and Intergroup Relations 565
Russell Spears and Nicole Tausch
Chapter 15 Cultural Social Psychology 619
Peter B. Smith
Glossary 666
References 685
Name Index 792
Index 823