traditional & critical perspectives traditional and critical perspectives Dickerson, Paul creator author. text cau 2024 2nd edition. monographic eng

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xxxii, 843 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm. "This thoroughly updated second edition of Social Psychology addresses pressing topics such as climate change activism, digital technology, pandemics and AI. With three new chapters on group behaviour, culture and social cognition, this edition engages in even more detail with both classic and contemporary approaches and draws on a wider range of critical perspectives. Through accessible, section-by-section critiques, a vibrant sense of relevance, debate and new possibilities are brought to the world of social psychology. This essential resource is a must-have for students who want to go beyond a superficial awareness of names and theories to develop a deep, critical understanding of social psychology and its relevance to the real world"-- Provided by publisher. Perspectives in social psychology -- Social cognition -- Prejudice -- Attribution -- Explanatory talk -- Attitude change and persuasion -- Self and identity -- Group behavior -- Aggression -- Relationships -- Prosocial behaviour -- Communication and interaction -- Culture -- Social influence. Paul Dickerson. Includes bibliographical references and index. Social psychology HM1033 .D535 2024 302 D558s 9781529732085 2023943582 DLC 230731 20260923095209.0 23252717 eng