Social psychology
With chapter reviews, profiles of classic research studies, real-life examples and connections tables to link each chapter to the field as a whole, this book provides an introduction to the fundamentals of social psychology
Print Book, English, ©2008
12th ed View all formats and editions
Pearson, [Place of publication not identified], ©2008
xxi, 520 pages : illustrations ; 29 cm + CD-ROM
9788131728192, 8131728196
813835160
Social psychology: the science of the social side of life
Social cognition: how we think about the social world
Social perception: perceiving and understanding others
The self: answering the question "who am I?"
Attitudes: evaluating and responding to the social world
Stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination: the causes, effects, and cures
Interpersonal attraction and close relationships
Social influence: changing others' behavior
Prosocial behavior: helping others
Aggression: its nature, causes, and control
Groups and individuals: the consequences of belonging
Social psychology: applying its principles to law, health, and business