An Introduction to Social Psychology
Autor Suhas Shetgovekaren Limba Engleză Paperback – 16 noi 2017
An Introduction to Social Psychology offers a thorough understanding of all basic concepts and methods of social psychology in a lucid and interactive manner. It enables readers to grasp the idea of the self or the individual in the social context and understand the recent developments in the area of applied social psychology.
The book is written for undergraduate and postgraduate students of social psychology, sociology, social works and other related disciplines. Every chapter begins with a well-defined set of learning objectives and includes review exercises and project-based activities. Readers would be introduced to the fundamentals and the emerging perspectives in the subject through numerous illustrations, exercises, activities, research data, case studies and links to further reading.
Key Features
· The language used emphasises clarity and avoids technical jargons to aid ease of understanding
· Covers current perspective, trends and research in social psychology, with a special focus on the Indian context · Text supported by tables, figures and boxed-examples to aid in understanding and retention of concepts learned
· Inclusion of chapter-wise review questions and multiple choice questions to test learner’s progress and comprehension of the subject
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9789386446831
ISBN-10: 9386446839
Pagini: 344
Dimensiuni: 184 x 241 x 16 mm
Greutate: 0.5 kg
Ediția:First Edition
Editura: SAGE Publications
Colecția Sage Publications Pvt. Ltd
Locul publicării:New Delhi, India
ISBN-10: 9386446839
Pagini: 344
Dimensiuni: 184 x 241 x 16 mm
Greutate: 0.5 kg
Ediția:First Edition
Editura: SAGE Publications
Colecția Sage Publications Pvt. Ltd
Locul publicării:New Delhi, India
Cuprins
Foreword by Vimala Veeraraghavan
Preface
Acknowledgement
SECTION I: INTRODUCTION
Chapter 1. Introduction to Social Psychology
What is Social Psychology?
Social Psychology as Science
Theories of Social Psychology
Historical Developments in Social Psychology
Social Psychology in India
Current Trends and Challenges in Social Psychology
Chapter 2. Research Methods in Social Psychology
Research in Social Psychology
Key Concepts in Research
Components of Research Process
Types of Research in Social Psychology
Qualitative Research in Social Psychology
Ethical Issues in Research
Deception in Social Psychology Research
Challenges and Problems while Conducting Research in Social Psychology
Trends and Prospects in Social Psychology Research
SECTION II: THE INDIVIDUAL
Chapter 3. The Self
The Concept of ‘Self’
Self-concept
Self-esteem and Self-efficacy
Introspection and Self-perception
Other Concepts Related to Self
Self in Cyberspace
Gender Identity
Chapter 4. Social Cognition
The Concept of Social Cognition
Automatic and Controlled Processing
Aspects of Social Thought
Schemas: The Mental Representation
Cognitive Heuristics: The Mental Shortcuts
Social Categorisation
Cognition and Emotions
Chapter 5. Social Perception
Person Perception
Impression and Impression Formation
Attribution
Nonverbal Communication
Chapter 6. Interpersonal Attraction
Affiliation
What is Interpersonal Attraction?
Theories of Attraction
Determinants of Attraction
Similarity and Proximity in Attraction
Online Attraction
Friendship and Close Relationships
Homosexual Couples and Relationships
Troubled Relationships and Breakups
Chapter 7. Attitude
What is Attitude?
Measurement of Attitude
Attitude Formation
How Attitudes Guide Behaviour
Attitude Change
Stereotype, Prejudice and Discrimination
Ways to Overcome Stereotype Prejudice and Discrimination
SECTION III: THE INDIVIDUAL AND THE SOCIETY
Chapter 8. Social Influence
What is Social Influence?
Conformity
Normative Social Influence and Informational Social Influence
Minority Influence
Compliance
Obedience
Social Influence and Social Reality
Social Norms
Chapter 9. Prosocial Behaviour
What is Prosocial Behaviour?
Approaches and Perspectives to Prosocial Behaviour
Situational Factors that Determine Prosocial Behaviour
Who is more Likely to Receive Help?
Bystander’s Apathy
Outcome of Receiving Help
Social Support
Chapter 10. Aggression
What is Aggression?
Theories of Aggression
Determinants of Aggression
The Concept of Anger
Prevention and Control of Aggression
Chapter 11. Group Dynamics
Nature of Group
Roles and Norms
Group Cohesiveness
Performance of Individuals in Groups
Deindividuation
Decision Making Process in Groups
Leadership
Conflict and Conflict Resolution
Chapter 12. Culture
Concept of Culture
Culture and Individual
Socialisation
Psychological Perspective on Influence of Culture on Behaviour
Cross-cultural Research
SECTION IV: APPLIED SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Chapter 13. Introduction to Applied Social Psychology
The Concept of Applied Social Psychology
Historical Developments in Applied Social Psychology
Social Psychology Theories
Role of Applied Social Psychologists
Social Issues and Problems
Social Change
Intervention
Evaluation
Chapter 14. Application of Social Psychology
Application of Social Psychology to Health Psychology
Application of Social Psychology to Industrial and Organisational Psychology
Application of Social Psychology to Sports
Application of Social Psychology to Clinical and Counselling Psychology
Application of Social Psychology to other Areas
Appendix—Exercise: Multiple Choice Questions
Bibliography
Answers to Multiple Choice Questions
Index
Preface
Acknowledgement
SECTION I: INTRODUCTION
Chapter 1. Introduction to Social Psychology
What is Social Psychology?
Social Psychology as Science
Theories of Social Psychology
Historical Developments in Social Psychology
Social Psychology in India
Current Trends and Challenges in Social Psychology
Chapter 2. Research Methods in Social Psychology
Research in Social Psychology
Key Concepts in Research
Components of Research Process
Types of Research in Social Psychology
Qualitative Research in Social Psychology
Ethical Issues in Research
Deception in Social Psychology Research
Challenges and Problems while Conducting Research in Social Psychology
Trends and Prospects in Social Psychology Research
SECTION II: THE INDIVIDUAL
Chapter 3. The Self
The Concept of ‘Self’
Self-concept
Self-esteem and Self-efficacy
Introspection and Self-perception
Other Concepts Related to Self
Self in Cyberspace
Gender Identity
Chapter 4. Social Cognition
The Concept of Social Cognition
Automatic and Controlled Processing
Aspects of Social Thought
Schemas: The Mental Representation
Cognitive Heuristics: The Mental Shortcuts
Social Categorisation
Cognition and Emotions
Chapter 5. Social Perception
Person Perception
Impression and Impression Formation
Attribution
Nonverbal Communication
Chapter 6. Interpersonal Attraction
Affiliation
What is Interpersonal Attraction?
Theories of Attraction
Determinants of Attraction
Similarity and Proximity in Attraction
Online Attraction
Friendship and Close Relationships
Homosexual Couples and Relationships
Troubled Relationships and Breakups
Chapter 7. Attitude
What is Attitude?
Measurement of Attitude
Attitude Formation
How Attitudes Guide Behaviour
Attitude Change
Stereotype, Prejudice and Discrimination
Ways to Overcome Stereotype Prejudice and Discrimination
SECTION III: THE INDIVIDUAL AND THE SOCIETY
Chapter 8. Social Influence
What is Social Influence?
Conformity
Normative Social Influence and Informational Social Influence
Minority Influence
Compliance
Obedience
Social Influence and Social Reality
Social Norms
Chapter 9. Prosocial Behaviour
What is Prosocial Behaviour?
Approaches and Perspectives to Prosocial Behaviour
Situational Factors that Determine Prosocial Behaviour
Who is more Likely to Receive Help?
Bystander’s Apathy
Outcome of Receiving Help
Social Support
Chapter 10. Aggression
What is Aggression?
Theories of Aggression
Determinants of Aggression
The Concept of Anger
Prevention and Control of Aggression
Chapter 11. Group Dynamics
Nature of Group
Roles and Norms
Group Cohesiveness
Performance of Individuals in Groups
Deindividuation
Decision Making Process in Groups
Leadership
Conflict and Conflict Resolution
Chapter 12. Culture
Concept of Culture
Culture and Individual
Socialisation
Psychological Perspective on Influence of Culture on Behaviour
Cross-cultural Research
SECTION IV: APPLIED SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Chapter 13. Introduction to Applied Social Psychology
The Concept of Applied Social Psychology
Historical Developments in Applied Social Psychology
Social Psychology Theories
Role of Applied Social Psychologists
Social Issues and Problems
Social Change
Intervention
Evaluation
Chapter 14. Application of Social Psychology
Application of Social Psychology to Health Psychology
Application of Social Psychology to Industrial and Organisational Psychology
Application of Social Psychology to Sports
Application of Social Psychology to Clinical and Counselling Psychology
Application of Social Psychology to other Areas
Appendix—Exercise: Multiple Choice Questions
Bibliography
Answers to Multiple Choice Questions
Index
Descriere
An essential textbook for students of psychology and related disciplines to help them understand the fundamentals of social psychology and its application in the Indian context.