Updated to include over 250 new references, this trusted, market-leading textbook remains as comprehensive as ever. The 7th edition of this lively introduction places social psychology in a contemporary, real-world context and explores new, cutting-edge research as well as bringing classic theories to life.
Key features: · In-depth coverage of social psychological theory and research
· Includes numerous features to aid independent study, such as psychology in action boxes, research highlights and real world applications
New to the 7th edition:
· More detailed coverage of social neuroscience, affect and emotion, group processes, leadership and decision-making, intergroup behaviour, research ethics and scientific best practice.
· Thoroughly revised chapters on culture, language and communication, including coverage of social media, discourse and intergroup communication
· Significant updates throughout the text capture new developments in the field and provide up-to-date real world examples. from back cover.
1. Introducing social psychology --- 2. Social cognition and social thinking --- 3. Attribution and social explanation --- 4. Self and identity --- 5. Attitudes --- 6. Persuasion and attitude change --- 7. Social influence --- 8. People in groups --- 9. Leadership and decision making --- 10. Prejudice and discrimination --- 11. Intergroup behaviour --- 12. Aggression --- 13. Prosocial behaviour --- 14. Attraction and close relationships --- 15. Language and communication --- 16. Culture.
