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SAGE PUBLISHING Essential Social Psychology by Crisp
From aggression to altruism, prejudice to persuasion, Essential Social Psychology 3e introduces students to the discoveries and debates that define social psychology today. It covers both classic and cutting edge research studies and provides plenty of real life examples and illustrations to help students to develop a good understanding of the subject whilst building the confidence to apply this knowledge successfully in assignments and exams. An extensive range of learning aids including a glossary, summary sections and memory maps - combined with an array of features on the student section of the companion website - will help reinforce this learning and check retention at specific milestones throughout the course. _x000D__x000D__x000D_New to the third edition:_x000D__x000D__x000D__x000D__x000D_A new full-colour design _x000D_Two brand new chapters on Applied Social Psychology and Social Psychological Methods _x000D_Coverage of some developing research perspectives including social neuroscience and evolutionary psychology_x000D_New 'Back to the Real World' textboxes which situate academic findings in the context of the world around you _x000D_An enhanced SAGE edge (TM) companion website (study.sagepub.com/crispandturner3e) with a suite of features to enhance your learning experience._x000D_ _x000D_
Chapter 1: History, Methods and Approaches_x000D_
A History_x000D_
Research Methods_x000D_
Research Ethics_x000D_
Chapter 2: Attribution_x000D_
The Naive Scientist_x000D_
Attribution Theory_x000D_
Making Attributions_x000D_
Attributional Biases_x000D_
Attribution and Social Processes_x000D_
Social Representations_x000D_
Chapter 3: Social Cognition_x000D_
The Cognitive Miser Versus the Naive Scientist_x000D_
Heuristics_x000D_
The Motivated Tactician_x000D_
Social Categorization_x000D_
Dual Process Theories_x000D_
Chapter 4: Attitudes_x000D_
Attitude Formation_x000D_
Attitudes and Behaviour_x000D_
Attitude Change_x000D_
Chapter 5: Social Influence_x000D_
Social Norms_x000D_
Confirmity_x000D_
Minority Influence_x000D_
Obedience_x000D_
Social Impact Theory_x000D_
Chapter 6: Group Processes_x000D_
Groups_x000D_
Leadership_x000D_
Chapter 7: Self and Identity_x000D_
Self-awareness_x000D_
Organization of Self-knowledge_x000D_
Theories of Self-concept Maintenance_x000D_
Self-esteem_x000D_
Self-motives_x000D_
Cultural Differences in Self and Identity_x000D_
Chapter 8: Prejudice_x000D_
Prejudice: Old and New_x000D_
Individual Differences in Prejudice_x000D_
Reducing Prejudice_x000D_
Chapter 9: Intergroup Relations_x000D_
Theories of Intergroup Relations_x000D_
Improving Intergroup Relations_x000D_
Chapter 10: Aggression_x000D_
Theories of Aggression_x000D_
Person-Centred Determinants of Aggression_x000D_
Situation-Centred Determinants of Aggression_x000D_
Disinhibition_x000D_
Forms of Agression in Society_x000D_
Chapter 11: Prosocial Behaviour_x000D_
What is Prosocial Behaviour?_x000D_
Origins of Prosocial Behaviour_x000D_
Situation-Centred Determinants of Helping_x000D_
Perceiver-Centred Determinants of Helping_x000D_
Recipient-Centred Determinants of Helping_x000D_
Receiving Help_x000D_
Chapter 12: Affiliation and Attraction_x000D_
Affiliation_x000D_
Interpersonal Attraction_x000D_
Chapter 13: Friendship and Love_x000D_
Friendship_x000D_
Romantic Relationships_x000D_
Relationship Satisfaction and Commitment_x000D_
Chapter 14: Applications_x000D_
A History of Applying Social Psychology_x000D_
Organizations_x000D_
Health_x000D_
Tolerance_x000D_