Social Psychology
Nyla R. Branscombe
Social Psychology by Nyla R. Branscombe - 14th Ed - India Pearson Education 2017 - xx, 570 pages: Illustrations; 26 cm.
Table of Content
1 Social Psychology
2 Social Cognition
3 Social Perception
4 The Self
5 Attitudes
6 Causes and Cures of Stereotyping, Prejudice, and Discrimination
7 Liking, Love, and Other Close Relationships
8 Social Influence
9 Prosocial Behavior
10 Aggression
11 Groups and Individuals
12 Dealing with Adversity and Achieving a Happy Life "
Dozens of new topics have been added to reflect exciting current research trends. The importance of belonging and group ties; Self-esteem and group memberships; Why some people are happier than others.
• A revamped Chapter 12: Dealing with Adversity and Achieving a Happy Life which examines strategies people can use to handle the setbacks they may experience and reveal the ingredients for increasing happiness.
• Content in the Indian context include discussion on acid attack victim, Laxmi Agarwal, and her crusade to ensure justice and rehabilitation for victims of acid attack (Chapter 12); an updated 'Section 1.2.6: Taking Full Account of Social Diversity' with additional input on multiculturalism in the Indian setting (Chapter 1).
9789332586116
Psychology
302 BRA
Social Psychology by Nyla R. Branscombe - 14th Ed - India Pearson Education 2017 - xx, 570 pages: Illustrations; 26 cm.
Table of Content
1 Social Psychology
2 Social Cognition
3 Social Perception
4 The Self
5 Attitudes
6 Causes and Cures of Stereotyping, Prejudice, and Discrimination
7 Liking, Love, and Other Close Relationships
8 Social Influence
9 Prosocial Behavior
10 Aggression
11 Groups and Individuals
12 Dealing with Adversity and Achieving a Happy Life "
Dozens of new topics have been added to reflect exciting current research trends. The importance of belonging and group ties; Self-esteem and group memberships; Why some people are happier than others.
• A revamped Chapter 12: Dealing with Adversity and Achieving a Happy Life which examines strategies people can use to handle the setbacks they may experience and reveal the ingredients for increasing happiness.
• Content in the Indian context include discussion on acid attack victim, Laxmi Agarwal, and her crusade to ensure justice and rehabilitation for victims of acid attack (Chapter 12); an updated 'Section 1.2.6: Taking Full Account of Social Diversity' with additional input on multiculturalism in the Indian setting (Chapter 1).
9789332586116
Psychology
302 BRA