An Introduction to Social Psychology (eBook, ePUB)

Redaktion: Hewstone, Miles; Stroebe, Wolfgang

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

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 social 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.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: John Wiley & Sons
• Seitenzahl: 672
• Erscheinungstermin: 5. Januar 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781119486374
• Artikelnr.: 60938576

Autorenporträt

MILES HEWSTONE is Emeritus Professor, University of Oxford. He has (co)authored 3 books, edited 25 books, and has published over 250 articles relating to the study of social psychology. He has been awarded the Presidents' Award for Distinguished Contributions to Psychological Knowledge (2001) and the Kurt Lewin Medal for Distinguished Research Achievement (2005). He is a Fellow of the British Academy. WOLFGANG STROEBE has taught social psychology in the United States, Great Britain, Germany, and the Netherlands. He is currently Emeritus Professor, Utrecht University and visiting professor at the University of Groningen. He has authored and co-authored multiple books and numerous scientific articles on social and health psychology. He has received several awards, including an honorary doctorate from the University of Louvain (Belgium), the Tajfel Award for lifelong contributions to European Social Science, and the lifetime achievement award of the German Psychological Association.

Inhaltsangabe

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