Social Psychology

Social Psychology
ISBN-10
0805835202
ISBN-13
9780805835205
Series
Social Psychology
Category
Psychology
Pages
509
Language
English
Published
2002
Publisher
Psychology Press
Authors
Kenneth S. Bordens, Irwin A. Horowitz

Description

Emphasizing methods for understanding, interpreting, and analyzing social psychological research, this introductory text book covers core issues like social behavior, the social self, social perception, prejudice and discrimination, attitudes, persuasion and attitudinal change, group processes, close relationships, interpersonal aggression, altruism, conformity, compliance, and obedience. Taking a socio-historical perspective, Bordens (Indiana University/Purdue University-Fort Wayne) and Horowitz (Oregon State University) apply social psychological theory to current and historical events.

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