Essentials of Social Psychology provides a clear, concise and engaging introduction to the field. Covering all the major topics and theoretical perspectives, this exciting new book provides straightforward explanation of key terms and concepts in a lively and student-friendly manner.Debates and cont[...]
Can we ever be genuinely unprejudiced? What can we learn about people from how they speak? How can a minority change the world? Why do people obey authority, even when ordered to do evil? Why do groups sometimes make bad decisions? Can we study love scientifically, or should we leave it to the poets[...]
Leadership and associated power issues lie at the core of group life in a variety of contexts. Even the most informal of groups typically have some form of leadership in their organization, and the understanding of leadership and power from a psychological standpoint can inform a greater understandi[...]
Understanding the social conditions and individual psychological factors that facilitate extremism is an increasing important task in contemporary society. This collection of essays presents the most cutting-edge scientific research on the relationship between uncertainty and extremism.[...]
Somewhere between 40 and 50, the ageing process starts in most men. It impacts negatively on their mood, energy levels and their sex drive. It's a downward spiral that most men notice with dread and which influences the rest of their lives. Michael Hogg spent the first 40 years of his life learning [...]
This handbook provides an authoritative, up--to--date overview of the social psychology of group processes. The topics covered include group decisions, juries, group remembering, roles, status, leadership, social identity and group membership, socialization, group performance, negotiation and bargai[...]