The social animal
By: Aronson, Elliot
Title By: Aronson, Joshua
Material type: BookPublisher: New York : Worth Publishers, c2012.Edition: 11th ed.Description: xiii, 514 p. ; 24 cm.ISBN: 9781429233415; 1429233419 (pbk.)Program: PSYC015Subject(s): Social psychologyDDC classification: 302 AR SO Online resources: Location Map
Summary:
A compelling introduction to modern social psychology. Through vivid narrative, lively presentations of important research, and intriguing examples, Aronson probes the patterns and motives of human behavior, covering such diverse topics as terrorism, conformity, politics, race relations, advertising, and interpersonal attraction.
Item type | Home library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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REGULAR | University of Wollongong in Dubai Main Collection | 302 AR SO (Browse shelf) | Available | T0056166 |
Total holds: 0
Includes bibliographical references (p. [438]-485) and indexes.
1. What is social psychology? -- 2. Conformity -- 3. Mass communication, propaganda, and persuasion -- 4. Social cognition -- 5. Self-justification -- 6. Human aggression -- 7. Prejudice -- 8. Liking, loving, and interpersonal sensitivity -- 9. Social psychology as a science -- Glossary.
A compelling introduction to modern social psychology. Through vivid narrative, lively presentations of important research, and intriguing examples, Aronson probes the patterns and motives of human behavior, covering such diverse topics as terrorism, conformity, politics, race relations, advertising, and interpersonal attraction.
PSYC015