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基本説明
An introduction to the field of applied social psychology which focuses on understanding social and practical problems and on developing intervention strategies directed at the amelioration of such problems.
Full Description
This is an introduction to the field of applied social psychology which looks at the nature of social psychological theory and how it is used to enhance our understanding of social and practical issues. The book begins with separate chapters that define the field, examine social psychological theory, review research methods, and consider the design and evaluation of interventions. Subsequent content chapters focus on the application of social psychological theory and knowledge to such areas as counseling, sports, media, health, education, organizations, criminal justice, community, environment, and diversity.Key Features:* offers a greater level of expertise with contributing authors to each chapter while ensuring unity of perspective and approach in their writing style * balances theory and research methods and the role they play in applied social psychology * provides broad coverage to give students a more thorough appreciation of the scope of this field and the variety of social problems it addresses * includes a "Culture Context" discussion in most chapters to highlight cross-cultural concerns and perspectives* provides "Focus on Research" and "Focus on Intervention" boxes that provides students with a more in depth appreciation of the processes of designing, executing, and evaluating research studies and interventions.New to this Edition:* new separate chapters on personal relationships (chapter 15) and applying social psychology to the classroom (chapter 16)* new cutting-edge research and topics that explore social psychology in everyday life such as research on the effects of embedded sexual content in the media, team goal-setting and social cohesion in teams, and new strategies for inducing pro-environment behaviorThe Second Edition of Applied Social Psychology is reader friendly and emphasizes the connection between academic material and the student's real-world experiences. It is designed for undergraduate students in the social and behavioral sciences studying applied social psychology.
Contents
PrefacePart I. Foundations of Applied Social Psychology1. Defining the Field of Applied Social Psychology - Frank Schneider, Jamie Gruman, Larry Coutts2. Social Psychological Theory - Greg Chung-Yan, Shelagh Towson3. Research Methods - Kenneth Cramer, Louise Alexitch4. Intervention and Evaluation - Adam Lodzinski, Michiko Motomura, Frank SchneiderPart II. Applying Social Psychology to Arenas of Life5. Applying Social Psychology to Clinical and Counseling Psychology - Kenneth Hart, David Ledgerwood, Phillip Ianni6. Applying Social Psychology to Sport Teams - Philip Sullivan, Deborah Feltz, Lori Dithurbide7. Applying Social Psychology to the Media - David Ewoldsen, Beverly Roskos-Ewoldsen8. Applying Social Psychology to Health - Kathryn Lafreniere, Kenneth Cramer9. Applying Social Psychology in Education - Louise Alexitch10. Applying Social Psychology to Organizations - Larry Coutts, Jamie Gruman11. Applying Social Psychology to the Criminal Justice System - David Day, Stephanie Marion12. Applying Social Psychology to the Community - Kathryn Lafreniere, Stewart Page, Charlene Senn13. Applying Social Psychology to the Environment - Robert Gifford14. Applying Social Psychology to Diversity - Catherine Kwantes, Sherry Bergeron, Ritu KaushalPart III. Applying Social Psychology to One's Own Life15. Applying Social Psychology to Personal Relationships - Ann Weber16. Applying Social Psychology to the Classroom - Randolph Smith17. Applying Social Psychology to Positive Well-Being: Focus on Optimism - Kenneth Hart, Phillip IanniReferencesAuthor IndexSubject IndexAbout the EditorsContributors
