Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

Buying, having, and being: an introduction to consumer behavior -- Decision making and consumver behavior -- Cultural influences on consumer decision making -- Consumer and social well-being -- Perception -- Learning and memory -- The self -- Attitudes and persuasion -- Group and situation effects on consumer behavior -- Consumer identity I: sex roles and subcultures -- Consumer identity II: social class and lifestyles -- Networked consumer behavior: word-of-mouth, social media and fashion.

Solomon goes beyond the discussion of why people buy things and explores how products, services, and consumption activities contribute to shape people’s social experiences. This program will provide a better teaching and learning experience–for you and your students. Here’s how: Digital Consumer Focus: This text continues to highlight and celebrate the brave new world of digital consumer behavior. Help Students Apply the Case to the Chapter’s Contents: A case study has been added to the end of each chapter along with discussion questions to help students apply the case to the chapter’s contents. Keep your Course Current and Relevant: New examples, exercises, and research findings appear throughout the text.

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